TLDR;
This video showcases several aftermarket modifications to customize the interior of a Tesla Model 3 or Y. It includes seat covers, dashboard and center console covers, a custom steering wheel, a screen swivel mount, and LED ambient lighting. The presenter also promotes Recurrent, a service that provides battery health reports for electric vehicles.
- Custom seat covers can change the interior color and provide extra padding.
- Dashboard and center console covers offer various wood or carbon fiber finishes.
- Custom steering wheels enhance the look and driving comfort.
- A screen swivel mount improves screen visibility and driving experience.
- LED ambient lighting adds a personalized touch to the interior.
Seat Covers [0:46]
The presenter installed custom-fit seat covers from Taptes, changing the seat color from white to red. These covers are available in over 15 colors and come in Nappa or Vegan leather. The design mimics the Tesla OEM look, including perforated sections for seat heater compatibility. Installation is straightforward, taking about 30 minutes, and involves sliding the covers on and securing them with hooks and straps. The covers provide extra padding, enhancing comfort, and include an armrest cover. They protect the original seats from wear and are available for all Tesla models.
Dashboard / Center Console Covers [1:50]
Dashboard and center console covers from HILLS allow owners to change the interior's look with options like real wood (walnut, maple, Black Ash, Ebony, and Purple Heart) or carbon fiber. The presenter has matte carbon fiber covers, but gloss options are also available. For Gen 2 Model 3/Y, door panel covers are included to complete the look. Installation takes about 5 minutes, involving cleaning the original surfaces and applying the adhesive-backed covers. The carbon fiber center console cover includes a key card holder. The covers have UV protection, Polyurethane coatings, and a 2-year warranty.
Custom Steering Wheel [3:05]
The presenter upgraded the stock steering wheel to a custom carbon fiber sport wheel by Tylard. This wheel features sport grips, a flat bottom, real carbon fiber, and perforated leather. Other styles like a fighter jet style or Yoke are also available. The wheels are fully customizable, with options for leather or Alcantara in various colors, different carbon fiber finishes, colored stitching, and even a carbon fiber Tesla logo. Installation involves transferring the airbag and components from the old wheel. Heated steering wheel options are available. The ergonomic design enhances driving comfort and grip.
Screen Swivel Mount [4:24]
A swivel mount was added to the Tesla's screen for improved visibility and a safer, more comfortable driving experience. The mount allows tilting the screen left or right, and newer models also tilt up and down. This upgrade enhances the driving experience, making it feel more personal and cockpit-like. Installation requires some patience.
LED Ambient Lighting [5:29]
Ambient LED lighting was installed in the front and rear of the car, adding a nice touch for nighttime driving. The lights are similar to those found in new BMW, Audi, and Mercedes cars. The lights are placed on the dashboard, center console, rear seats, and footwells. Controlled via Bluetooth through a phone app, the lights can be customized to any color, brightness, and pattern, including static, flash, fade, pulse, and music-sync modes.
Recurrent [6:32]
Recurrent provides free monthly battery performance reports to help track battery health, offering confidence in EV ownership. The service makes EV performance, value, and range more transparent. EV owner insights allow comparison of battery data with similar vehicles. Range Scores give a snapshot of the current expected range compared to when the vehicle was new. Recurrent Reports are like CarFax reports for EVs, useful when selling to show the battery's condition. The reports do not include chemical testing or onboard device data.
Final Thoughts [7:34]
The presenter summarizes the interior upgrades, highlighting how they transform and customize the Tesla. This is part 1 of a series, with part 2 focusing on exterior customization options.
