Model 3

Tesla Promo Offers Paint Credit and Loyalty Points in China

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 […]

Tesla Joins China’s Rural EV Campaign Amid Growing Competition

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 Shop Adds Charcoal Suede Dash Upgrade for Model 3/Y

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 Launches ‘Diamond Black’ Paint for Model 3 and Y

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 Adds Auto Suspension Tweak for Model 3 in Quiet Update

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 […]

Newport Expands Tesla Fleet to More Departments After Police Success

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 […]

Tesla Set to Increase Prices in Canada on Feb. 1–Up to $9,000

Tesla is raising prices across its lineup in Canada starting February 1, affecting the Model 3, Model Y, Model S, and Model X. The increase appears to be linked to the falling Canadian dollar, which has driven up costs relative to U.S. pricing. Here’s a breakdown of the upcoming price hikes. Notice the Model 3 […]

Tesla Increases Price of Model 3 and Y in Canada: Bye Federal Rebate

Tesla has increased the price of the Model 3 and Model Y in Canada, ending its eligibility to qualify for the federal government’s $5,000 iZEV rebate. The price increases are as follows for Model 3: Long Range RWD: $55,990 (up $1000) Long Range AWD: $60,990 (up $1000) Performance AWD: $70,990 (up $1000) The price increases […]

Tesla Fixes TPMS Bug for Nearly 700k Cars with Software Update

Tesla is addressing a safety issue in 694,304 of its vehicles by rolling out a free software update. The affected cars include certain Tesla Model 3s (2017–2025), Model Ys (2020–2025), and the 2024 Cybertruck. The problem involved the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Normally, this system alerts drivers if there’s a malfunction, but Tesla’s software […]

Tesla’s Model 3 Received 69 Features Since 2022: Here’s the List

Tesla’s Model 3 continues to evolve as the company has introduced a staggering 69 new features since early 2022, through over-the-air software updates. Tesla shared an overview of all new features since 2022 on X today. The upgrades span various categories, from entertainment and convenience to safety and performance. Early 2022 saw improvements like cloud […]

Tesla Model 3 Deal: Save $1,500 Off Until End of Year

Tesla has ramped up its referral program savings in the U.S., now offering $1,500 off a new Model 3 until the end of the year, December 31, 2024. Previously, the Tesla referral program would offer $1,000 off a new Model 3, but for the final two weeks of the year, if someone buys through your […]

Tesla 0% APR for New Model 3/Y in Canada, USA Ends Today

Tesla’s limited-time promotion for buyers in the United States, featuring 0% APR financing on new Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, ends today December 15, 2024. Customers must take delivery by December 31, 2024, to qualify. In Canada, with the purchase of the Full Self-Driving (Supervised) option, you can get 0% APR too, as long […]

Tesla Model 3 Leads EV Fire Safety with Top Ratings in China

Tesla’s Model 3 has achieved top ratings in China’s Electric Vehicle Fire Safety Index and Automotive Fire Safety Certification, highlighting its strong safety performance. According to Tesla’s data, between 2012 and 2022, there was approximately one Tesla vehicle fire for every 130 million miles traveled. In contrast, data from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) […]

Tesla Adds Water Shields to Improve Rear Camera Visibility

Tesla is making a practical upgrade to its Model 3 and Model Y vehicles by adding water shields to the rear cameras. This new feature, designed to keep the camera lens clear during rain, aims to improve visibility for drivers in wet conditions. Interestingly, this isn’t a completely new addition for Tesla’s lineup. According to […]

New Tesla Model 3 Gets Acceleration Boost: Here’s What it Costs

Tesla has introduced an optional “Acceleration Boost” upgrade for its new Model 3 Long Range AWD (Highland), reducing the 0-100 km/h acceleration time from 4.4 seconds to 3.8 seconds. The upgrade is currently available in select regions, including Australia ($3000 AUD, about $1,948 USD), China, and Taiwan, with pricing varying by location. In China, the […]