Elon Musk lies a lot. He lies about being a “utopian socialist.” He lies about being a “free speech absolutist.” He lies about which companies he founded:
https://www.businessinsider.com/tesla-cofounder-martin-eberhard-interview-history-elon-musk-ev-market-2023-2
He lies about being the “chief engineer” of those companies:
He lies about really stupid stuff, like claiming that comsats that share the same spectrum will deliver steady broadband speeds as they add more users who each get a narrower slice of that spectrum:
The fundamental laws of physics don’t care about this bullshit, but people do. The comsat lie convinced a bunch of people that pulling fiber to all our homes is literally impossible — as though the electrical and phone lines that come to our homes now were installed by an ancient, lost civilization. Pulling new cabling isn’t a mysterious art, like embalming pharaohs. We do it all the time. One of the poorest places in America installed universal fiber with a mule named “Ole Bub”:
Previous tech barons had “reality distortion fields,” but Musk just blithely contradicts himself and pretends he isn’t doing so, like a budget Steve Jobs. There’s an entire site devoted to cataloging Musk’s public lies:
https://elonmusk.today/
But while Musk lacks the charm of earlier Silicon Valley grifters, he’s much better than they ever were at running a long con. For years, he’s been promising “full self driving…next year.”
Tesla is a giant shell-game masquerading as a car company. The important thing about Tesla isn’t its cars, it’s Tesla’s business arrangement, the Tesla-Financial Complex:
Once you start unpacking Tesla’s balance sheets, you start to realize how much the company depends on government subsidies and tax-breaks, combined with selling carbon credits that make huge, planet-destroying SUVs possible, under the pretense that this is somehow good for the environment:
That valuation represents a bet on Tesla’s ability to extract ever-higher rents from its customers. Take Tesla’s batteries: you pay for the battery when you buy your car, but you don’t own that battery. You have to rent the right to use its full capacity, with Tesla reserving the right to reduce how far you go on a charge based on your willingness to pay:
That’s just one of the many rent-a-features that Tesla drivers have to shell out for. You don’t own your car at all: when you sell it as a used vehicle, Tesla strips out these features you paid for and makes the next driver pay again, reducing the value of your used car and transfering it to Tesla’s shareholders:
To maintain this rent-extraction racket, Tesla uses DRM that makes it a felony to alter your own car’s software without Tesla’s permission. This is the root of all autoenshittification:
This is technofeudalism. Whereas capitalists seek profits (income from selling things), feudalists seek rents (income from owning the things other people use). If Telsa were a capitalist enterprise, then entrepreneurs could enter the market and sell mods that let you unlock the functionality in your own car:
But because Tesla is a feudal enterprise, capitalists must first secure permission from the fief, Elon Musk, who decides which companies are allowed to compete with him, and how.
Once a company owns the right to decide which software you can run, there’s no limit to the ways it can extract rent from you. Blocking you from changing your device’s software lets a company run overt scams on you. For example, they can block you from getting your car independently repaired with third-party parts.
But they can also screw you in sneaky ways. Once a device has DRM on it, Section 1201 of the DMCA makes it a felony to bypass that DRM, even for legitimate purposes. That means that your DRM-locked device can spy on you, and because no one is allowed to explore how that surveillance works, the manufacturer can be incredibly sloppy with all the personal info they gather:
All kinds of hidden anti-features can lurk in your DRM-locked car, protected from discovery, analysis and criticism by the illegality of bypassing the DRM. For example, Teslas have a hidden feature that lets them lock out their owners and summon a repo man to drive them away if you have a dispute about a late payment:
DRM is a gun on the mantlepiece in Act I, and by Act III, it goes off, revealing some kind of ugly and often dangerous scam. Remember Dieselgate? Volkswagen created a line of demon-haunted cars: if they thought they were being scrutinized (by regulators measuring their emissions), they switched into a mode that traded performance for low emissions. But when they believed themselves to be unobserved, they reversed this, emitting deadly levels of NOX but delivering superior mileage.
The conversion of the VW diesel fleet into mobile gas-chambers wouldn’t have been possible without DRM. DRM adds a layer of serious criminal jeopardy to anyone attempting to reverse-engineer and study any device, from a phone to a car. DRM let Apple claim to be a champion of its users’ privacy even as it spied on them from asshole to appetite:
Now, Tesla is having its own Dieselgate scandal. A stunning investigation by Steve Stecklow and Norihiko Shirouzu for Reuters reveals how Tesla was able to create its own demon-haunted car, which systematically deceived drivers about its driving range, and the increasingly desperate measures the company turned to as customers discovered the ruse:
The root of the deception is very simple: Tesla mis-sells its cars by falsely claiming ranges that those cars can’t attain. Every person who ever bought a Tesla was defrauded.
But this fraud would be easy to detect. If you bought a Tesla rated for 353 miles on a charge, but the dashboard range predictor told you that your fully charged car could only go 150 miles, you’d immediately figure something was up. So your Telsa tells another lie: the range predictor tells you that you can go 353 miles.
But again, if the car continued to tell you it has 203 miles of range when it was about to run out of charge, you’d figure something was up pretty quick — like, the first time your car ran out of battery while the dashboard cheerily informed you that you had 203 miles of range left.
So Teslas tell a third lie: when the battery charge reached about 50%, the fake range is replaced with the real one. That way, drivers aren’t getting mass-stranded by the roadside, and the scam can continue.
But there’s a new problem: drivers whose cars are rated for 353 miles but can’t go anything like that far on a full charge naturally assume that something is wrong with their cars, so they start calling Tesla service and asking to have the car checked over.
This creates a problem for Tesla: those service calls can cost the company $1,000, and of course, there’s nothing wrong with the car. It’s performing exactly as designed. So Tesla created its boldest fraud yet: a boiler-room full of anti-salespeople charged with convincing people that their cars weren’t broken.
This new unit — the “diversion team” — was headquartered in a Nevada satellite office, which was equipped with a metal xylophone that would be rung in triumph every time a Tesla owner was successfully conned into thinking that their car wasn’t defrauding them.
When a Tesla owner called this boiler room, the diverter would run remote diagnostics on their car, then pronounce it fine, and chide the driver for having energy-hungry driving habits (shades of Steve Jobs’s “You’re holding it wrong”):
The drivers who called the Diversion Team weren’t just lied to, they were also punished. The Tesla app was silently altered so that anyone who filed a complaint about their car’s range was no longer able to book a service appointment for any reason. If their car malfunctioned, they’d have to request a callback, which could take several days.
Meanwhile, the diverters on the diversion team were instructed not to inform drivers if the remote diagnostics they performed detected any other defects in the cars.
The diversion team had a 750 complaint/week quota: to juke this stat, diverters would close the case for any driver who failed to answer the phone when they were eventually called back. The center received 2,000+ calls every week. Diverters were ordered to keep calls to five minutes or less.
Eventually, diverters were ordered to cease performing any remote diagnostics on drivers’ cars: a source told Reuters that “Thousands of customers were told there is nothing wrong with their car” without any diagnostics being performed.
Predicting EV range is an inexact science as many factors can affect battery life, notably whether a journey is uphill or downhill. Every EV automaker has to come up with a figure that represents some kind of best guess under a mix of conditions. But while other manufacturers err on the side of caution, Tesla has the most inaccurate mileage estimates in the industry, double the industry average.
Other countries’ regulators have taken note. In Korea, Tesla was fined millions and Elon Musk was personally required to state that he had deceived Tesla buyers. The Korean regulator found that the true range of Teslas under normal winter conditions was less than half of the claimed range.
Now, many companies have been run by malignant narcissists who lied compulsively — think of Thomas Edison, archnemesis of Nikola Tesla himself. The difference here isn’t merely that Musk is a deeply unfit monster of a human being — but rather, that DRM allows him to defraud his customers behind a state-enforced opaque veil. The digital computers at the heart of a Tesla aren’t just demons haunting the car, changing its performance based on whether it believes it is being observed — they also allow Musk to invoke the power of the US government to felonize anyone who tries to peer into the black box where he commits his frauds.
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READ @ominus-potato 's SERIES ON AO3!!! - The Pining Mario Series
The Pining Mario Series (Short Animation/ an Alternative AU)
NOTICE! - this animation started back in October 31st 2024 but was paused and decided finishing it from September 19-20th this year's 2025 making this the first pms animation to release before an sfm ani- wait- no wait I meant- UHHH... UUUUUUUUUHHH..
In context: this is JUST an alternative AU and not canon to the real series itself, a universe where Wren proposed to Mr. Puzzles and eventually both getting married.
In the end Puzzles will soonly realize that Mario had fallen head over heels for him without knowing until now that maybe... just maybe... Puzzles did share the same feeling for him but always supressed them assuming its all complicated.
Cause, who does he think he is for falling for someone like him?
Thats not your typical Villain x Hero scenario... not in this universe it's not...
Most Adventure Riders already know the importance of running proper tire pressure. Over the years, I’ve had countless tire pressure mishaps that have put me in precarious situations. Whether it be a slow leak, pinch flat, puncture, defective tire or simply forgetting to check the tires, tire pressure-related accidents are a danger we as motorcyclists …
We all know a TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) can save you time checking your tires, but it can also act as an early warning against flats giving you a great safety advantage. We test the new Cyclops TPMS device that works on virtually any motorcycle. Follow the link for more details on how it performed including a demo of this simple device in action!
TPMS Warning Light on Your EV? Here's Exactly What to Do
Modern electric vehicles are packed with advanced safety features, and one of the most important among them is the TPMS for EV (Tire Pressure Monitoring System). If you suddenly notice a TPMS warning light on your dashboard, it is important not to ignore it. Proper tire pressure plays a major role in safety, driving comfort, tire lifespan, and battery efficiency in electric vehicles.
This guide explains what the TPMS warning light means, why it appears, and exactly what you should do when it turns on.
What Is TPMS for EV?
TPMS for EV is a smart monitoring system that continuously checks the air pressure inside your vehicle's tires. When tire pressure drops below the recommended level or becomes unusually high, the system alerts the driver through a warning light on the dashboard.
Unlike traditional vehicles, EVs are generally heavier due to battery packs. This makes maintaining correct tire pressure even more important for safety and performance.
Why Does the TPMS Warning Light Turn On?
There are several reasons why your TPMS warning light may appear:
Low Tire Pressure
The most common reason is low air pressure in one or more tires. Tire pressure can decrease naturally over time or due to temperature changes.
Sudden Temperature Changes
Cold weather can cause tire pressure to drop quickly, triggering the TPMS warning light even if there is no puncture.
Tire Puncture or Leak
A nail, sharp object, or damaged valve stem can cause air to escape from the tire.
Overinflated Tires
Too much air pressure can also activate the TPMS system in some EV models.
Faulty TPMS Sensor
Sometimes the issue is not the tire itself but a malfunctioning TPMS sensor that requires inspection or replacement.
What Should You Do When the TPMS Warning Light Appears?
Step 1: Stay Calm and Check Your Tires
As soon as it is safe, stop your vehicle and visually inspect all tires. Look for:
Flat tires
Visible punctures
Uneven tire shape
Damage to sidewalls
Step 2: Check Tire Pressure
Use a reliable tire pressure gauge or view the pressure readings through your EV's display if available.
Compare the readings with the manufacturer's recommended tire pressure, usually found:
Inside the driver's door frame
In the owner's manual
On the tire information sticker
Step 3: Inflate Tires to the Recommended Level
If tire pressure is low, add air until it reaches the specified PSI level. Avoid overinflating the tires.
Step 4: Drive for a Few Minutes
Many TPMS systems automatically reset after driving for a short distance once proper tire pressure is restored.
Step 5: Reset the TPMS System If Needed
Some EV models require a manual TPMS reset through the infotainment system or dashboard settings.
Refer to your vehicle's user manual for the correct procedure.
Step 6: Visit a Service Center
If the warning light remains on after correcting tire pressure, have the tires and TPMS sensors inspected by a professional technician.
How Low Tire Pressure Affects EV Performance
Reduced Driving Range
Low tire pressure increases rolling resistance, causing the battery to work harder and reducing overall range.
Faster Tire Wear
Underinflated tires wear unevenly and may need replacement sooner.
Early detection of tire issues can prevent expensive repairs and replacements.
Enhanced Driving Comfort
Correctly inflated tires provide smoother handling and better ride quality.
Tips to Prevent TPMS in EV Warnings
Check Tire Pressure Regularly
Inspect tire pressure at least once every month.
Monitor Seasonal Changes
Pressure can fluctuate significantly during temperature changes.
Inspect Tires for Damage
Regular visual inspections can help identify problems before they become serious.
Replace Faulty Sensors Promptly
A malfunctioning TPMS sensor can provide inaccurate readings and compromise safety.
Use a Quality TPMS for EV Solution
Investing in a reliable TPMS system ensures accurate monitoring and timely alerts.
Why TPMS Is More Important for Electric Vehicles
Electric vehicles place additional load on tires because of their battery weight and instant torque delivery. Even a small drop in tire pressure can affect:
Driving range
Tire lifespan
Vehicle handling
Energy efficiency
This makes TPMS for EV an essential safety and performance feature rather than just a convenience.
Prevent TPMS Warning Lights with Manatec Mobility
A TPMS warning light often appears when tire pressure drops below the recommended level. Using a reliable TPMS for EV solution can help detect pressure changes early and prevent unexpected issues on the road.
Manatec Mobility offers advanced TPMS systems that provide real-time tire pressure and temperature monitoring for electric vehicles. With instant alerts and accurate readings, drivers can maintain optimal tire pressure, improve battery efficiency, extend tire life, and enhance overall safety.
For EV owners, proactive tire monitoring is essential because proper tire pressure directly impacts driving range and vehicle performance. A trusted TPMS for EV from Manatec Mobility helps ensure safer, smoother, and more efficient journeys while reducing the chances of unexpected TPMS warning lights.
Why Owners Choose Manatec Mobility’s TPMS for EV
Real-time tire pressure and temperature monitoring
Instant alerts for abnormal tire conditions
Improved battery efficiency and driving range
Enhanced tire safety and longer tire life
Easy installation and user-friendly monitoring
Suitable for electric cars, scooters, and commercial EVs
By combining regular tire maintenance with a trusted TPMS for EV solution from Manatec Mobility, EV owners can reduce the risk of unexpected tire issues and keep their vehicles operating at peak efficiency.
Conclusion
A TPMS warning light should never be ignored. Whether the cause is low tire pressure, a puncture, temperature changes, or a faulty sensor, taking immediate action can improve safety, extend tire life, and maintain optimal EV performance.
By regularly checking tire pressure and using a reliable TPMS for EV, drivers can enjoy better efficiency, safer journeys, and lower maintenance costs. A few minutes spent monitoring tire health can save significant time, money, and inconvenience in the long run.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I drive my EV with the TPMS warning light on?
You can drive for a short distance if the tires appear safe, but you should check tire pressure immediately to avoid potential safety risks.
2. Does low tire pressure affect EV range?
Yes. Low tire pressure increases rolling resistance, which can reduce battery efficiency and driving range.
3. How often should I check tire pressure in my EV?
It is recommended to check tire pressure at least once a month and before long trips.
4. Can TPMS sensors fail?
Yes. TPMS sensors have batteries and electronic components that can wear out over time.
5. Is TPMS mandatory in electric vehicles?
Many modern EVs come equipped with TPMS as a standard safety feature, and regulations in several countries require tire pressure monitoring systems in new vehicles.
Inbuilt TPMS vs External TPMS – Which One is Better for Your Car?
Modern vehicles are becoming smarter and safer, and one important safety feature many car owners now prefer is the TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System). Whether you drive daily in the city or travel long distances on highways, maintaining correct tyre pressure improves safety, mileage, tyre life, and driving comfort.
Today, many car owners are confused between Inbuilt TPMS and External TPMS. Both systems help monitor tyre pressure, but they work differently and come with their own advantages and limitations.
In this blog, let’s clearly understand the difference between Inbuilt TPMS vs External TPMS, their benefits, disadvantages, pricing, and which one is suitable for your vehicle.
What is TPMS?
A Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) is a smart electronic system that monitors the air pressure inside your vehicle tyres and alerts you when tyre pressure becomes too low or too high.
Why TPMS is Important?
Improves road safety
Prevents tyre bursts
Increases tyre lifespan
Enhances fuel efficiency
Improves vehicle handling
Reduces uneven tyre wear
Many premium cars now come with factory-fitted TPMS, while aftermarket TPMS kits are also available for regular vehicles.
What is Inbuilt TPMS?
An Inbuilt TPMS (also called Internal TPMS) is installed inside the tyre, usually attached to the wheel valve or rim from within. These sensors continuously measure tyre pressure and temperature and send real-time data to the car display or mobile app.
How Inbuilt TPMS Works
The sensor is mounted inside each tyre and communicates wirelessly with the vehicle system.
Features of Inbuilt TPMS
Real-time pressure monitoring
Accurate readings
Temperature monitoring
Hidden inside tyre
Better protection from theft or damage
Long-lasting sensors
Advantages of Inbuilt TPMS
1. Highly Accurate Readings
Internal sensors provide more precise tyre pressure data because they directly measure pressure from inside the tyre.
2. Better Durability
Since the sensor stays inside the tyre, it is protected from rain, dust, heat, and physical damage.
3. Theft Resistant
Unlike external sensors, inbuilt TPMS sensors cannot be easily removed or stolen.
4. Professional OEM-Like Setup
Most premium vehicles use internal TPMS for a clean and factory-fitted appearance.
Disadvantages of Inbuilt TPMS
1. Higher Installation Cost
Installing internal TPMS requires tyre removal and professional fitting.
2. Battery Replacement is Difficult
When the sensor battery dies, the entire sensor may need replacement.
3. Maintenance Cost
Tyre replacement or repair may require recalibration.
What is External TPMS?
An External TPMS uses sensors attached outside the tyre valve stem. These sensors monitor tyre pressure externally and send alerts to a display unit or smartphone app.
External TPMS is popular in aftermarket car accessories because of its affordability and easy installation.
Features of External TPMS
Easy DIY installation
Budget-friendly
Wireless monitoring
App connectivity
Portable between vehicles
Advantages of External TPMS
1. Easy Installation
You can install external TPMS within minutes without removing tyres.
2. Affordable Pricing
External TPMS systems are generally cheaper compared to internal systems.
3. Easy Battery Replacement
Most external sensors use replaceable batteries.
4. Suitable for Multiple Vehicles
You can easily transfer the kit between cars.
Disadvantages of External TPMS
1. Slightly Less Accurate
External sensors may show minor pressure variation compared to internal TPMS.
2. Theft Risk
Because sensors are visible outside the valve, there is a chance of theft.
3. Exposure to Weather
External sensors are exposed to rain, mud, dust, and heat.
4. Bulky Appearance
Some users may not like the visible sensor caps on tyres.
Inbuilt TPMS vs External TPMS – Key Differences
Which TPMS is Better?
The answer depends on your needs and budget.
Choose Inbuilt TPMS If:
You want OEM-level performance
You drive long distances frequently
You own a premium vehicle
You need maximum accuracy
You prefer long-term durability
Choose External TPMS If:
You need a budget-friendly option
You want easy installation
You frequently switch vehicles
You need basic tyre pressure monitoring
You prefer low maintenance
Why Many Car Owners Prefer Manatec Mobility TPMS
When choosing between Inbuilt TPMS vs External TPMS, selecting a trusted TPMS brand is equally important for long-term performance and reliability. One such growing name in India’s automotive safety segment is Manatec Mobility, known for offering smart tyre pressure monitoring solutions for cars, bikes, commercial vehicles, and fleets.
The company provides both internal and external TPMS systems designed for Indian road conditions, helping drivers monitor tyre pressure and temperature in real time. Their TPMS solutions focus on improving driving safety, fuel efficiency, tyre life, and overall vehicle performance.
Whether you are looking for a premium inbuilt TPMS setup or an affordable external TPMS solution, Manatec Mobility offers multiple options with mobile app connectivity, wireless monitoring, and easy-to-use interfaces. Their products are widely used by individual car owners as well as commercial fleet operators across India.
For drivers who frequently travel on highways or long-distance routes, a reliable TPMS brand like Manatec Mobility can help reduce the risk of tyre damage, pressure loss, and unexpected breakdowns.
Is TPMS Worth Buying in India?
Yes. Indian road conditions, changing weather, potholes, and highway driving make TPMS extremely useful for car owners.
A good TPMS system can help prevent:
Sudden tyre punctures
Highway tyre bursts
Low mileage due to improper pressure
Uneven tyre wear
Unsafe driving conditions
Today, TPMS is becoming one of the most recommended car safety accessories in India.
Final Verdict
Both Inbuilt TPMS and External TPMS offer excellent tyre safety benefits. If your priority is accuracy, durability, and premium performance, an internal TPMS is the better choice. If you need affordability, convenience, and simple installation, an external TPMS is a practical option.
No matter which system you choose, maintaining proper tyre pressure always improves vehicle safety, comfort, and fuel efficiency.
FAQs – Inbuilt TPMS vs External TPMS
1. Which TPMS is more accurate?
Inbuilt TPMS is generally more accurate because sensors are located inside the tyre.
2. Is external TPMS reliable?
Yes, good-quality external TPMS systems provide reliable tyre pressure monitoring for daily driving.
3. Can TPMS improve fuel efficiency?
Yes. Proper tyre pressure helps reduce rolling resistance and improves mileage.
4. How long do TPMS sensors last?
Most TPMS sensors last between 5 to 10 years depending on usage and battery quality.
5. Is TPMS mandatory in India?
Currently, TPMS is not mandatory in all vehicles in India, but many modern cars now include it as a safety feature.
