Buying a Tesla in 2026 is a bit different than shopping for most cars. Prices are set, dealers are out of the picture, and discounts are rare. For buyers in Canada and the United States, the referral program has quietly become the main way to get extra value when placing an order.
Instead of promo codes or seasonal sales, Tesla’s referral system applies built-in incentives at checkout, as long as the order is started the right way.
Tesla showrooms across North America continue to offer demo drives that let customers experience Full Self-Driving (Supervised) in real traffic. This can help buyers decide whether the feature is worth adding long-term.
Tesla notes: “Full Self-Driving (Supervised) requires the driver to remain attentive and does not make the vehicle autonomous.”
Why North American Buyers Are Using Referrals
For Canadian and American customers, referrals fill the gap left by the lack of traditional incentives. There are no negotiation tactics or dealership promotions. If a referral isn’t used at the start of an order, the benefits usually aren’t added later.
In practical terms, the referral program can mean:
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