Model S
Hands-On with Tesla’s Model S Plaid Track Package at 205 mph (330 kph) [VIDEOS]
After launching its Model S Plaid Track Package, Tesla also has lifted the embargo on some hands-on reviews of its newest OEM add-on for its flagship electric sedan. Tesla invited some YouTube car reviewers out to the Circuit Paul Ricard in Le Castellet, Var, near Marseille in France. We get to see testers try out […]
Tesla Launches Model S Plaid 20″ Zero-G Wheel and Tire Package
After launching its Model S Plaid Track Package just moments ago, Tesla also has debuted a new wheel and tire package for the flagship electric sedan. Tesla says the Model S Plaid 20″ Zero-G Wheel and Tire Package will be available in June 2023 at a price of $6,000 USD. This package is specifically designed […]
Tesla Model S Plaid Track Package Coming in June, Unlocks 200 mph Top Speed
Tesla has announced the upcoming release of the Model S Plaid Track Package, set to be available in June 2023. Priced between $15,000 and $20,000 USD, this package is designed to provide the ultimate track experience with high-speed stability, maximum cornering force, and repeatable stopping power during high-performance driving, says the company. The Model S […]
Tesla Model S/X Orders in Thailand, Singapore, New Zealand Also Not Available
Previously we told you how Tesla had paused Model S and Model X orders on its website for Australian customers, and now it appears this is also the case in other Asia Pacific nations. According to Reuters, Tesla’s website for Thailand, Singapore, and New Zealand on Sunday also no longer allow for Model S and […]
Tesla Mysteriously Pauses Model S/X Orders in Australia
Want to pre-order a Model S or Model X in Australia? Well, you can’t anymore as Tesla has mysteriously paused orders of its flagship sedan and SUV on its website. The Tesla website now only shows a “Get Updates” button, a change made late Wednesday. Previously, those in Australia could pre-order a Model S or […]
Tesla Offers 6 Years of Free Supercharging for Select Model S/X Owners
Tesla has announced a new ownership loyalty benefit for current Model S and Model X owners with active unlimited free Supercharging. The perk appears to be an attempt to make legacy owners with rare unlimited free Supercharging to give it up. Eligible owners can now enjoy six years of unlimited Supercharging when trading in their […]
Tesla Debuts ‘Ultra Red’ Model S/X in Taiwan
Summary: Tesla’s Model S and Model X in “Ultra Red” are now available in Taiwan. The company debuted the new Ultra Red colorway in March. Ultra Red replaces Tesla’s Red Multi-Coat option and looks to be a slightly deeper shade than its predecessor. Tesla has officially debuted its Model S and Model X electric vehicles […]
Tesla Increases Price of Model S/X, Gives Free Supercharging for 3 Years
Tesla continues to tweak its pricing in the United States, this time increasing the price of the Model S and Model X, as noted by @Tslachan. Check out the price increases below for Model S: Model S AWD: $87,490 (was $84,990; +$2,500) Plaid: $107,490 (was $104,990; +$2,500) Here are the price increase for Model X: […]
Tesla Launches Cheaper Model Y AWD, Lowers All Car Prices Again [Update]
Tesla has continued to make vehicle price adjustments, this time lowering all car prices yet again, while also debuting a lower-cost Model Y All-Wheel Drive for the masses, that was previously only available in existing inventory in select states. The new AWD Model Y starts at $49,990 USD, and has a 0-60 mph time of […]
Tesla Launches Model S and X Orders in South Korea
Tesla has kicked off orders for its Model S and Model X in South Korea, which comes after the first deliveries of these vehicles debuted in mainland China. Available to order are Long Range and Plaid versions of the Model S and Model X. Pricing is as follows… Model S – 124,490,000 KRW Model S […]
Tesla Now Resets Forward Collision Warning to Medium After Each Drive in 2023.2 [Update]
Update: It appears this change to FCW settings has been available since 2023.2 (thanks @TeslaInfoCom) and not 2023.6. Nonetheless, it is still a new change from before. We’ve updated our story below to reflect this. == Since its 2023.2 software update rollout, Tesla has introduced a change to its Forward Collision Warning system, which now […]
Tesla Launches Model S/X Deliveries in China’s Mainland [VIDEO]
Tesla has officially launched Model S and Model X deliveries in China’s mainland, announced on Monday morning. The Tesla Asian account shared a cool promo video of Model S and Model X vehicles offloading from a delivery ship today, as part of the announcement: 2023 Model S & Model X Deliveries Begin in China’s Mainland!🎉 […]
Tesla Exploited at Pwn2Own 2023, Hackers Win $100,000 and Model 3 [Update]
Back in January the Pwn2Own security conference announced Tesla would be a sponsor again for 2023. The conference offers cash prizes for white hat hackers to demonstrate live exploits, allowing companies such as Tesla to learn more about beefing up their software and hardware security. This year saw the addition of the Steam VM Escape category […]
How Tesla’s Drag Strip Mode Works [VIDEO]
Tesla has aired a new video on its YouTube video to explain how Drag Strip Mode works on a Model S Plaid. Chris from Tesla Performance Engineering shared some key insights into how this feature works, which transforms the way Tesla Model S Plaid owners experience acceleration and speed on the drag strip. Drag Strip […]
First Private Tesla Model S Plaid at Nürburgring Raceway [VIDEO]
German racecar driver Sebastian Vittel shared footage of him driving his own personal Tesla Model S Plaid out to the Nüburgring racetrack on Sunday, marking the first private Model S Plaid to hit the track, according to the video. Vittel pointed out that conditions on the track were far from ideal, with some dirt and […]