Stories by Sarah Lee-Jones

Tesla has finally launched the latest iteration of the Model 3 Performance (based on its ‘Highland’ update), promising an exhilarating blend of power, responsiveness, and luxury for a starting price of $40,490 USD, after federal tax credits and estimated gas savings. This new model brings a series of upgrades designed for those who want the […]

Tesla has disbanded its recently established marketing team as part of broad company layoffs, signaling a move away from conventional advertising efforts initiated by CEO Elon Musk less than a year ago. According to unnamed sources speaking to Bloomberg, the decision resulted in the elimination of the U.S. “growth content” team, comprising roughly 40 members, […]

Tesla recently launched a proactive recall to fix an issue with Cybertruck pedals to secure them, where the pedal plate could get stuck if you floor the accelerator. The fix is also being issued to service centers as well. “On affected Cybertruck vehicles, when a high amount of force is applied to the accelerator pedal […]

Hold onto your hats, folks. Tesla has implemented a $2,000 price drop across various trims of its Model S, Model X, and Model Y vehicles in the United States. The new pricing structure is as follows: Model S: Long Range: Now $72,990 (was $74,990) Plaid: Now $87,990 (was $89,990) Back on September 1, 2023, Tesla […]

Tesla has announced a voluntary recall affecting all Model Year 2024 Cybertruck vehicles manufactured between November 13, 2023, and April 4, 2024. The recall, involving approximately 3,878 vehicles, addresses a critical safety issue where the accelerator pedal pad may dislodge under high force, potentially becoming trapped in the interior trim above the pedal, thereby increasing […]

Image via @the_alfather Tesla recently announced a major spring update was coming for select vehicles with the latest AMD Ryzen infotainment chip, to bring forth a new v12 user interface. Model Y vehicles with Intel chips won’t be getting this update, nor Model 3 vehicles with the latter as well. Now, we are seeing this […]

Tesla has officially announced its 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, scheduled for June 13, 2024, at 3:30 p.m. Central Time. The meeting will be accessible both virtually via the Internet and in person at Tesla’s Gigafactory in Austin, Texas, with a live webcast available on Tesla’s website. “In 2023, the Model Y became the best-selling […]

Tesla has eliminated inventory discounts for all its vehicle models across the United States, sparing only demo cars from this change. This move, highlighted by @SawyerMerritt, marks the first time since 2022 that Tesla has offered no discounts on its Model 3, Model Y, Model S, and Model X vehicles in the U.S. market. Previous […]

Tesla has announced an array of new features in its upcoming Spring Release, aimed at enhancing user experience and vehicle functionality across its models. The update, filled with visual upgrades and innovative functionalities, promises to make Tesla vehicles even more intuitive and enjoyable to use. Key Features of the Spring Release: Visual Updates for Model […]

Tesla has initiated a temporary suspension of all Cybertruck deliveries for a period of seven days to address a problem identified with the vehicle’s accelerator pedal. The pause in deliveries was first reported by @WholeMarsBlog, indicating the halt is due to an issue requiring immediate attention. Further details shared by @SawyerMerritt on X reveal that […]

Tesla has announced plans to reduce its global workforce by more than 10%, as revealed in a memo obtained by Electrek. The decision comes as part of Tesla’s efforts to prepare for its next phase of growth, amidst rapid expansion and the resultant duplication of roles across its global factories. According to the memo, the […]

Tesla has launched Full Self-Driving (FSD) subscriptions in Canada, as promised. It was a busy Friday for Tesla, as the company slashed FSD subscription pricing in the U.S. to $99 per month, down from $199. Shortly afterwards, Tesla revealed this $99 pricing would also apply to Canada. On Friday night, Tesla enabled FSD subscriptions in […]

Tesla has unveiled an addition to its high-performance Model S Plaid – the new Sport Seats designed specifically for enthusiasts of high-speed driving and precision cornering. The announcement highlights the seats’ enhanced lateral support and modular architecture, ensuring both comfort and support. These seats maintain the standard 12-way power adjustability, heating, and ventilation features, but […]

Tesla some updates coming for the new Model 3 Performance for the European market, as disclosed by Julien (@eivissacopter) on X. The update reveals more about the Performance version new Model 3, notably labeled as the “M3H Performance” by Tesla, with no mention of “Ludicrous” as seen on badging in the U.S. The upgraded European […]

Tesla has launched a new version of the Model Y for Europe, a Long Range version that’s only rear-wheel drive. The company said on Thursday this variant has “Maximum range that allows you to commute all week without charging—at an even more accessible price.” You get 600 km range based on the WLPT testing standard […]