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Gail’s Tesla Podcast Episode No. 43 featuring: Chuck Cook

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Austin, Texas

Welcome to my 43rd Podcast. Chuck Cook arrives in Austin and we greet him at the airport. We invite him to take a ride in the Model Y to experience FSD beta for the first time in Austin, Texas. One of the hallmark moments of this podcast is a four lane unprotected LEFT turn which is similar to the one that Chuck made famous in his indirect work with the Tesla AI team in Palo Alto. Enjoy the Video!

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Gail’s Tesla Podcast Episode No. 42 featuring: Cybertruck Delivery Event

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Austin, Texas

Join Gail Alfar as she takes you into the heart of the famous anticipated Tesla Cybertruck Delivery Event on November 30, 2023. You’ll feel like you are there too. Gail gets close-ups of the Tesla robot that installs the Cybertruck’s tires and takes you to a deconstructed Cybertruck. Don’t miss the baby Cybertruck and the amazing Cybertent! 

Watch a robot install the glass roof of the vehicle and take in the exciting moments of the very first Cybertruck deliveries in history! Enjoy the video!

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Gail’s Tesla Podcast Episode No. 41 featuring: Visit to Boring Company HQ

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Bastrop, Texas

Let’s head out of the city and visit the Boring Company’s beautiful HQ outside of Austin. But this is not just any trip. We are going to experience Tesla FSD beta all the way to the HQ. The smooth hassle-free driving is the envy of all the other stress-filled drivers on the road who must commute on human pilot. I’ll explain how tunnels can help solve traffic in Texas, and we will tour the new Hyperloop Plaza in Bastrop and even buy a snack before we head back! Enjoy the podcast!

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Gigafactory Texas. Photo courtesy Tesla, Inc.

Gail’s Tesla Podcast Episode No. 40 featuring: Starship Launch

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Image Courtesy SpaceX. This is Starship Launch 2 as seen from Isla Blanca Park on 11/18/23.

(South Padre Island, Texas) FSD beta takes you to SpaceX’s Starship launch with zero disengagement. It truly like a sci-fi future! Enjoy the podcast!

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Gail’s Tesla Podcast Episode No. 39: Johnna Crider talks on having inspiration & hope.

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Johnna Crider

(Baton Rouge, Louisiana) Join Gail and Johnna Crider in a FSD beta drive through Baton Rouge and then straight down to the river for a short interview that may help you if you are in need of a way to cope with difficult times in life.

We have a great talk, analyze a rare gemstone, and experience more Tesla FSD beta at night!

Johnna wanted to reach out to people with what works for her in difficult times and I hope it will also help you!

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Gail’s Tesla Podcast Episode No. 37: Nominated for Academy Award.

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Tesla FSD Beta goes over Pennybaker Bridge in Austin.

(Austin, Texas) Join me for what has been called 2023 Best FSD Beta Video!

FSD Beta IS AWARD WINNING!

Jokes aside, one of my followers on X loved the music so much in the video that he thought it should win an Academy Award for Seductive Category! I agree, Tesla FSD Beta is smooth as butter and could probably seduce even the biggest skeptic to enjoy Tesla’s incredible autonomy!

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Gail’s Tesla Podcast Episode No. 38: FSD in the backwoods of Louisiana with Johnna Crider

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Gail Alfar and Johnna Crider in Baton Rogue.

{Baton Rogue, Louisiana) Join Gail Alfar and special guest Johnna Crider for a drive down the backroads of Louisiana. You are in for a treat, because a certain joy comes with visiting friends, laughing, and discussing the amazing work Tesla is doing. Johnna inspired the series of Podcasts known as Gail’s Tesla Podcast.

Back around January 2023, Johnna and I were talking, and I was constantly going on about Tesla autonomy, and spending hours each day thinking about the profound impact it has now and will have on our earth. This energy was, and still is, seemingly unstoppable. Learning to channel that energy into something like my writing as well as this weekly podcast, has been not only good for me, but good for the thousands of people that are watching the podcast on the X app. In fact, I chose to ONLY release the Podcast in X. It is my desire to see X succeed where Twittter did not. Enjoy the podcast!

Model Y is great for road trips such as this one took from Texas to Louisiana.

Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y. Image Courtesy Tesla, Inc.

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Why Do We Use Kilowatts as the Standard for Electricity Measurement? What is a Kilowatt?

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Kilowatt-hours (kWh) provide a consistent way to understand and compare energy usage across various devices and appliances, including your Tesla or other EV. Understanding kW/h helps you understand EV cost better, as it relates to all forms of charging.

A Universal Practice

A kilowatt-hour (kWh) is a unit of electrical energy, measuring the amount of electricity consumed over one hour at a constant rate of one kilowatt (1 kW). This practice of measuring electricity in kilowatt-hours is widely accepted and used in many countries on Earth. Specific terms and pricing structures for electricity do vary, and the fundamental unit of measurement, the kilowatt-hour (kWh), remains a universal standard for understanding and managing electrical energy consumption.

Why Measured Per Hour?

KWh is measured per hour to quantify the total energy used over that time frame, similar to how you measure how quickly water flows from a faucet or how fast your car consumes gasoline. This standardized approach ensures consistency and uniformity in assessing electricity usage.

Comparison to Water

To help myself understand it better, I compared it to my water bill. My water meter measures how many gallons of water I use, and I pay based on the volume I consume. Kilowatt-hours (kWh) are similar but for electricity. They measure how much electrical “energy” is used, and my bill is based on the amount of energy consumed. Just as you pay for the water that flows through your pipes, you pay for the electricity that flows through your wires. Whether it’s water or electricity, the more you use, the higher your bill. And, like water, the cost per kilowatt-hour (kWh) can vary depending on where you live or where you charge your EV. Having solar and power walls to charge your EV is like having a natural spring nearby. Your water well, pump, and filters that you invest in save you money from having your water delivered by a water-tank truck.

My Thoughts

I pay attention to how electricity prices change, always looking for the best rates per kWh to charge my Tesla Model Y via the Tesla App. Understanding kilowatt-hours (kWh) allows me to plan my charging more efficiently. During road trips, I also consider the cost per kWh at each Tesla Supercharger I encounter because these prices can vary due to multiple factors. On my recent road trip to San Antonio, where I visited Six Flags, I managed entire drive without needing to charge while on the road. The night before the journey, I charged my vehicle to 100%, providing a range of over 300 miles, which was more than enough for a round trip from near Leander to Six Flags Fiesta. To conserve energy, I disabled both Sentry Mode and Cabin Overheat Protection. When I returned home, I still had 20% of the battery charged. It’s all about making informed energy choices and optimizing efficiency.

Image Courtesy Zach on X @blkmdl3
Image Courtesy Zach on X @blkmdl3

Informative article by Gail Alfar, please credit accordingly. Have a wonderful day and may you take many happy road trips in your Tesla.

Tesla Cybertruck Delivery Event

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Tesla Cybertruck Delivery Event Invitation. Image Courtesy, Tesla, Inc.
Tesla Cybertruck Delivery Event Invitation. Image Courtesy, Tesla, Inc.

(Austin, Texas)

Recently, someone told me that all car companies have enthusiasts. “Tesla is nothing special, really.” False.

Tesla is something special. No other company is like Tesla in that it is not “just” a car company.

Only Tesla has supporters that are so numerous that a lottery must be conducted to ensure the Cybertruck Delivery Event is not so overcrowded that it violates the country fire code.

Why is there such a desire by so many people to see Tesla succeed? Why are there so many investors who support the company and care so much about Elon Musk?

The answer is complex. Some bought a Tesla vehicle, and at that very moment, they just knew Tesla is a rare and unexpected phenomenon.

Some care deeply about accelerating the transition of our world to sustainable energy. They own shares of TSLA.

I also know of some people employed at Tesla. The job has brought blessings to their family in many ways.

Regardless of the reason for loving the company, Tesla and its leadership, especially Elon Musk, want to mark milestones with celebrations with supporters.

The invitation by Tesla says, “Join us at Gigafactory Texas on Thursday, November 30, 2023, to celebrate the first deliveries of Cybertruck.”

Of course, Tesla does not have to put forth the effort these kind of events require. Tesla does it out of love for humanity.

Elon Musk speaks at these events and live streams all such events. His talks inspire people. His talks get people excited, and motivated, they are milestones not only for Tesla, but creators of memories for many people.

I think Tesla is deserving of this fantastic support, and I think that shareholders are amazing people. Owning even one share, or hundreds, is an act of trust in what Tesla will accomplish for years to come.

The Cybertruck Delivery Event is November 30, 2023, in Austin, Texas.

Image Courtesy Tesla, Inc.
Image Courtesy Tesla, Inc.

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Gail’s Tesla Podcast Episode No. 36: Toll Road Edge Case

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Photo Courtesy Caleb on X at @iCaleb7

(Austin, Texas) For this episode, Model Y is running FSD beta version 11.4.7.3 and the roads are wet because a rainstorm occurred just prior to the recording of the Podcast.

Toll Roads

What stands out in this episode on 11.4.7.3 is how well the AI manages to get onto a Toll Road. The vehicle moves smoothly in the video through the Toll entrance, it slows but does not stop. Following this, there’s a slightly complicated fork where it must move to the left. Watch as it performs this swift move. Once on the Toll, the software has good control, while the driver does adjust the speed on the hand controller a few times to keep up with the fast speed of the other drivers.

Gail’s Tesla Podcast No. 36

Tesla Updates Autonomy Software

For the one disengagement, and this is applicable to FSD beta version 11.4.7.3 (Tesla AI is constantly prompting owners to update new versions of software), the driver approaches the Toll exit booth and the AI is quickly approaching the blocked Toll lane, so the driver simply disengages and takes over.

I will emphasize that if you see this now, you should expect for certain that Tesla will work to improve and update the autonomous safttware to where it will conquer Toll Roads in every way. All FSD beta testers sign to agree they will fastidiously supervise the car when FSD is engaged.

My thoughts

I enjoy the challenges. I laugh because if Tesla AI was perfect already, I could not be here, enjoying testing it in the very early years. Tesla Autonomy must become 100X safer and better than the best human driver. Safety is critical. Tesla AI is never judged using the same litmus test as human drivers are judged by. When AGI is achieved, it will be by Tesla. Having the best AI team in the world, means the standards are higher and so are the stakes. Tesla will succeed.

Elon Musk talks to the team in Berlin, encouraging them and congratulating them on the extraordinary success of Gigafactory Berlin.

Gail Alfar, author. Exclusive to What’s Up Tesla – All Rights Reserved. My goal as an author and podcaster is to support Tesla (the most American vehicle manufacturer) and Elon Musk in both making life better on Earth for humans and becoming a space-fairing civilization.