Long Island, New York-based Sudeep Moniz works in the energy industry and is interested in technological developments. Areas in which Sudeep Moniz is especially interested include vehicle automation and companies developing electric cars such as Tesla.
Amidst the tragic wildfires that recently spread across Northern California, Tesla Models X and S were in the news for a feature that had previously drawn skepticism. CEO Elon Musk announced bioweapon defense mode as one that takes advantage of the vehicle’s HEPA filter, which is 10 times larger than those found in average cars.
This provides passengers with protection from airborne pollutants such as those from wildfires. The HEPA filter is described as being 100 times more effective than traditional automotive filters, with 99.97 percent of gaseous pollutants and fine particulate matter eliminated. In tests, the HEPA filtration system of the Model X was able to scrub air throughout the SUV interior within two minutes and even improve air quality outside the vehicle.
In addition to promoting Tesla’s air filtration capacities, Musk has been active in encouraging employees, many of whom have been impacted, to volunteer in relief efforts “without worrying about payment.” A key form of assistance might involve transporting people through areas of high pollution with Tesla's air filtration system at work.
