Model 3

Tesla has updated the estimated delivery timelines on its online configurator for new orders of both Model Y variants and select Model 3 trims in many parts of the U.S., extending them from 1–3 weeks to 4–6 weeks. The longer wait times are likely driven by a surge in orders from customers hoping to secure […]

Regulatory filings in China have revealed the official range figures and specifications for Tesla’s upcoming Model Y L and Model 3+ variants, weeks after both vehicles were formally announced. The data, released as part of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT)’s latest vehicle batch eligible for purchase tax exemptions, confirms Tesla is pushing […]

Tesla is now offering all paint color options for free on new Model 3 Performance orders in the U.S. — a move that brings every configuration of the high-performance EV under the threshold to qualify for the full $7,500 federal EV tax credit. This incentive is part of a push to spur deliveries before the […]

Tesla has just started offering a new ambient LED lighting upgrade for the front trunk — or frunk — of the Model 3 and Model Y, now available in the U.S. for $100 USD. The OEM lighting strip is designed to improve visibility and make the frunk more functional, especially in low-light conditions. Whether you’re […]

Tesla has officially sold more than 3 million Model 3 units worldwide since the electric sedan first launched back in 2017 — a major milestone for the automaker that helped bring electric vehicles into the mainstream. According to Tesla, that averages out to one Model 3 sold about every 90 seconds over the last seven […]

Tesla has rolled out a new wave of promotions for the Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertruck in the U.S., as the automaker looks to boost demand in what could be a critical quarter for electric vehicle sales. The move comes on the heels of a 14% year-over-year drop in Tesla’s global deliveries during Q2 […]

Tesla aftermarket leader Unplugged Performance has officially launched what it’s calling the world’s first “indestructible” forged wheel — designed for the Tesla Model 3, Model Y, and the company’s upcoming Cybercab and Robotaxi fleet. Dubbed the UP Forged Road Warrior (UP-RW), this new forged wheel was built from the ground up with durability, efficiency, and […]

Tesla has officially unveiled two new variants of its best-selling electric vehicles in China: the Model 3 Plus and a long-rumoured stretched Model Y L with a real third row. Both launches come as Tesla faces intensifying competition in the world’s largest EV market, with Chinese automakers like BYD, NIO, and even Xiaomi in full-on […]

Tesla’s Model 3 has officially been named the most “American-made” vehicle for 2025, according to the latest annual index from Cars.com. Every year, the publication releases an independent ranking of some 400 current model-year vehicles based on assembly location, parts sourcing, and manufacturing employment footprint. Tesla snagged the top four spots on this year’s list […]

Tesla has launched a new promotion in China running from June 5 to June 30, 2025, offering customers and referrers extra incentives on Model 3, Model Y, and other S3XY series vehicles. Customers who place a new order and take delivery by June 30 will receive an ¥8,000 paint option credit. This credit can be […]

On June 3, 2025, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) announced that Tesla’s Model 3 and Model Y vehicles were included in a government-backed campaign to promote electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid sales in rural areas, marking their debut in this initiative, which has been running since at least 2020. The campaign features […]

Tesla has released a new interior upgrade for Model 3 and Model Y owners — a Charcoal Suede Dashboard Décor Wing, now available for $250 USD. Designed to give the dashboard a more premium look and feel, the new trim features a deep matte gray finish made from 100% vegan suede. Tesla says the material […]

Tesla has announced a new paint color for the Model 3 and Model Y in the USA and Canada. The new color is called ‘Diamond Black’ and a short video shared by Tesla shows specs of brilliant shine, like sparkles. This color replaces Solid Black and is a $1,500 US upgrade from the included Stealth […]

Tesla’s latest software update 2025.8.4 (that first debuted a week ago) quietly includes a handy feature for Model 3 Performance owners — even though the release notes only mention “minor fixes and improvements.” As pointed out by @WholeMarsBlog, the update now lets drivers automatically switch to the standard setting on adaptive suspension whenever Autopilot is […]

After successfully integrating Teslas into its police fleet, Newport, Kentucky, is planning to add more electric vehicles (EVs) for other city departments. The move comes after the Newport Police Department saw cost savings and efficiency improvements with their new EVs. The city’s journey with EVs began in December 2023, when the police department added three […]