It varies a lot, but in general it is placed somewhere where it will get as accurate a reading as possible – avoiding engine heat etc.
Every car enthusiast feels the temptation for a full-throttle blast every once in a while. A problem with that is that you usually need to mash on the brakes to slow back down. Neither is good for your car. Hard acceleration burns a ton of fuel (ok, maybe not for a Tesla) and places heavy load on drivetrain components. Full-force stops cause rapid wear to the brake pads and rotors . Resist the urge to drive like this. If you can’t, know that repair bills will arrive sooner than later.

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