His Model S P85, renowned for its resilience, has undergone significant updates, including 13 motor replacements and three battery pack changes, to achieve this extraordinary distance.
Contrary to what one might assume, Gemmingen-Hornberg’s driving habits are cautious. He typically doesn't exceed 100 km/h, even in a country known for unrestricted speed zones. His charging approach, maintaining battery levels between 15-70 percent, has proven effective. The current battery exhibits only an 8 percent degradation after 150,000 km, maintaining a 400 km range. In contrast, the previous battery had significantly deteriorated, offering a mere 260 km range.
Gemmingen-Hornberg purchased his Model S in 2014 with 30,000 km already logged. His extensive driving includes trips across Europe and ventures to Morocco and China (via shipping), offering him a front-row seat to the evolving landscape of EV chargers globally.
Apart from the Model S, Gemmingen-Hornberg also owns an original Tesla Roadster, which itself has clocked 735,000 km.
While the Model S has required substantial maintenance to achieve its high mileage, it stands as a testament to early EV durability. Noteworthy is the car's physical condition, including well-preserved leather interiors, despite its intensive use.
Source: Watt Energy
