Strong turnout for Tesla Test Drive event at Ballygarry

Tesla’s test drive event at Ballygarry Estate Hotel and Spa last Sunday drew a steady crowd of owners, fans, and curious first-timers.

The day offered a chance to hear real-world stories from Tesla drivers, as well as to get behind the wheel of the latest models.

One owner told how she drove her 231 Model 3 from Ballyduff to Newry, Co Down, on a single charge.

She stopped briefly in Moneygall but didn’t need to charge until she reached Newry. She added that she could have reached Belfast if she had wanted to push it.

Another visitor took the brand-new Model Y for a spin and was so impressed he phoned his wife.

She arrived shortly after in a Volkswagen SUV, swapped cars, and headed off on her own test drive.

Adding to the atmosphere, the local classic car club held a Cars and Coffee meet earlier in the day.

With vintage motors parked alongside high-tech EVs, there was a REEAL “Back to the Future” feel around the grounds.

Tesla staff were on hand throughout the day to explain the technology, safety features, and performance of the cars. Those who registered and completed a test drive received a voucher for the hotel’s restaurant or bar.

The event is part of Tesla’s ongoing partnership with Ballygarry Estate Hotel and Spa, which in 2021 became the first hotel in Ireland to install an official Tesla Supercharging Station