15/09/2026 7:36 pm
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Just picked up my new Model 3 Highland last week and honestly I feel like a total idiot because I have no idea what I am doing with this thing. Everything is so different from my old gas car and I keep reading online about people doing all these upgrades but I dont even know where to start or if I should even bother. I drive a ton for my sales job around the Chicago area so I really need to make sure the ride is comfy and maybe a bit more protected from the salt and snow coming up. I have like 1000 bucks set aside for mods right now but I dont want to void my warranty or mess something up since I am basically a complete beginner.
Are there actually any mods that make a difference for someone just commuting? Like are those screen protectors worth it or are they just a scam? What about mud flaps or those floor mats everyone talks about? I see so many accessories on Amazon and Im super overwhelmed. Should I be looking at performance stuff or just stick to protection things? Sorry if this is a dumb question but I just want to make sure I am not missing out on something major...
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15/09/2026 7:37 pm
Congrats on the new ride. Honestly, skip the performance mods for now since you drive for work. Focus on protection given that Chicago winter. Get some 3D MAXpider Kagu Floor Mats because they fit perfectly and save your carpet from salt. Definitely grab Basenor Mud Flaps to protect your paint. Screen protectors are cheap and keep fingerprints off, so they are worth it. You wont void any warranty with these, and you have plenty of budget left.
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15/09/2026 8:20 pm
@Reply #1 - good point! Also, dont sleep on the Spigen Tesla Model 3 Screen Protector if you hate fingerprints. It saves the screen from smudges during your long commutes.
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15/09/2026 8:00 pm
> Are there actually any mods that make a difference for someone just commuting? Like are those screen protectors worth it or are they just a scam? Saw this earlier but just now getting to my desk. Since you are in Chicago, protection is your best move. Screen protectors are not a scam, they actually cut down on the crazy glare and fingerprints. I am super happy with the Spigen Tesla Model 3 Highland Tempered Glass Screen Protector because it is basically invisible once it is on. For interior protection that handles the nasty salt better than standard mats, look into TuxMat Tesla Model 3 Highland Custom Floor Mats. They cover way more of the carpet than anything else on the market. They are extremely durable and keep the cabin looking clean despite the weather. Stick to these and ignore the performance stuff for now.
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15/09/2026 9:10 pm
Great info, saved!