Tesla Extends Range of Cars for Free to Help Owners Escape Hurricane Irma

Millions of people are evacuating Florida as Hurricane Irma buckles down on the state. According to Electrek, Tesla has temporarily extended the range of some of its cars to help owners evacuate the area, remotely unlocking the full battery pack capacity of Model S/X 60/60D vehicles through their over-the-air software system. Originally, Tesla owners could purchase a vehicle with a 75 kWh battery that was software-locked to 60 kWh range for a lower price. Owners of said battery package could lif...