Model 3

Tesla is once again facing regulatory scrutiny in the U.S., this time over concerns tied to emergency door releases in the Model 3. According to Reuters, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened a defect investigation into Tesla Model 3 sedans amid worries that the vehicles’ emergency door release controls may not be […]

Tesla is preparing to raise lease pricing across several models in the U.S., with increases of up to 67% set to take effect later this month. According to longtime Tesla watcher Sawyer Merritt (@SawyerMerritt), the higher pricing will apply to the Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertruck AWD beginning December 26, 2025. Customers looking to […]

Tesla has officially launched the new Model 3 Standard in Europe, marking the arrival of what is now the company’s most affordable electric vehicle outside the U.S. The news comes directly from Tesla Europe on X, where the company posted: “Meet Model 3 Standard – our most affordable Model 3. Ultra-low cost of ownership, engineered […]

Tesla’s refreshed Model 3 continues its winning streak in Oceania, picking up a major honor in New Zealand this week. DRIVEN Car Guide officially named the Model 3 the country’s Best Passenger Car of 2025, praising the sedan for its value, technology, and driving experience. Tesla’s local X account celebrated the achievement on the platform, […]

Tesla continues to dominate the global electric vehicle market, with the Model Y and Model 3 ranking as the #1 and #2 best-selling EVs for September 2025, respectively. CEO Elon Musk highlighted the milestone on X after tech watcher @XFreeze posted global sales data showing Tesla’s pair comfortably at the top of the charts. According […]

Tesla has officially started deliveries of its most affordable electric vehicle yet — the new Model 3 Standard Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) — in the United States. The milestone marks another major step in Tesla’s effort to make its lineup more accessible, following a wave of new entry-level trims across its range. The Model 3 Standard, […]

Tesla has rolled out new incentives for the Model 3 and Model Y in the U.S., offering reduced lease pricing, low-interest financing, and even free upgrades for select trims. The latest discounts come shortly after Tesla raised its lease prices for the Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertruck on November 4, following a limited-time price […]

Tesla has issued a recall for 12,963 vehicles in the U.S. due to a defect in a battery pack component that could lead to a sudden loss of drive power, according to a letter from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall affects certain 2025 Model 3 and 2026 Model Y vehicles. The […]

Tesla’s refreshed Model 3 is now starting to arrive at showrooms across China, according to photos shared by a Tesla North reader who reached out on X. The updated Model 3 features all-black exterior logos, a front bumper camera with a washer, and most notably, the return of the turn signal stalk — a feature […]

Tesla has officially begun production of the 2026 Model 3 at its Fremont, California, factory, according to longtime Tesla watcher Sawyer Merritt (@SawyerMerritt). The first units rolling off the line are the new Model 3 Premium, a rebranding of the “Long Range” trim with several subtle but notable updates. The 2026 Model 3 Premium includes […]

Tesla has refreshed its Model 3 lineup in Israel, introducing improved range across all trims, a new battery pack, and the return of a traditional turn signal stalk — marking a notable update for local buyers. The refreshed Model 3 and Model Y come less than two years after their major Highland and Juniper overhauls […]

Tesla has reportedly confirmed it has no plans to offer a front bumper camera retrofit for existing Model 3 owners, despite the feature now appearing on all new builds in the U.S. Longtime Tesla watcher Sawyer Merritt (@SawyerMerritt) shared on X that after double-checking with Tesla directly, the company “does not currently offer a front […]

Tesla has quietly launched turn signal stalk retrofits for the Model 3 in the U.S. The retrofit kit is now available for purchase online through the Tesla Shop for $595 USD, with shipping to a local Tesla Service Center and installation included in the price. According to Tesla’s official product listing, the package includes a […]

Tesla has begun offering a turn signal stalk retrofit for Model 3 owners in several European markets, including Germany, priced at €660 on the Tesla Shop. The retrofit includes both the installation of the traditional indicator stalk and the necessary steering wheel modifications, with the process handled by a Tesla Service Center. According to the […]

Tesla on Thursday announced the launch of its most efficient and longest-range Model 3 yet in Australia and New Zealand. The new Model 3 Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) delivers up to 750 km of WLTP-rated driving range (with 18-inch Photon wheels), making it the longest-range electric vehicle currently available in Australia. Model 3 Long […]