In an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Tesla’s Giga Shanghai Factory, a rare glimpse at the production process of the Tesla Model Y was shown to South Korean YouTube channel, MOCAR (via @Tslachan). The nearly 18-minute video showcases the production process of a Model Y. It is definitely a sight to behold. Here are some of […]
Image credit: @brandonee916 Tesla continues to tweak its vehicles and the latest minor change is for the parcel shelf in the Model Y. According to Tesla owner Brandon (@brandonee916), his recent Model Y delivery from the company’s Fremont factory in California has a tweaked parcel shelf. “Rear Parcel Shelf differences of newly delivered Model Ys […]
In a recent video by the YouTube channel Gjeebs, the impact of Tesla’s Acceleration Boost for the Model Y Long Range was put to the test. The video aimed to provide a definitive analysis of the Acceleration Boost on Tesla vehicles. The plan was to conduct a before-and-after dyno test to determine the power added […]
Tesla’s 2023 Model Y Long Range continues to set the benchmark in the electric SUV market, despite the influx of competitors. The latest review from MotorTrend praises the vehicle, stating, “Damn, it’s good.” The Model Y, which has been on the market for three years, remains a top contender, even as rivals introduce their own […]
Tesla has cut the prices of its Model Y compact crossover SUV in China, as of August 13, 2023. The price cuts only apply to the Model Y Long Range and Performance variants. The announcement, made on Weibo, detailed the price drops (via @Tslachan): Model Y Long Range: 313,900 CNY to 299,900 CNY (roughly $41,460 […]
Tesla is pushing the boundaries of its vehicle performance in extreme cold conditions. In a recent video, the company showcased the rigorous testing of the Model Y in the challenging terrains of Norway, just a few kilometers below the Arctic Circle. Andreas and Johannes, members of Tesla’s peer quality engineering team, embarked on a journey […]
Prominent Tesla hacker, known as @greentheonly or ‘Green’ on X, has reported that the new Model Y Hardware 4 (HW4) infotainment system appears to be less capable than its predecessor, Hardware 3 (HW3). The revelation has sparked discussions about the potential impact on user experience and Tesla’s motivation for the change. Green divulged that the […]
Unplugged Performance, the electric vehicle (EV) upfitting pioneer, is making waves in the law enforcement industry by launching a new division, “UPfit,” with the unveiling of the inaugural Tesla Model Y Police vehicle. The company has the contract to upfit a fleet of Tesla vehicles for South Pasadena Police. This marks a significant step towards […]
Hawthorne, California-based Unplugged Performance is known as one of the best aftermarket Tesla tuners, and their latest showcase of what they can do for electric police cruisers from Tesla, was on display at the recent Tesla Takeover enthusiast event. A picture of the Tesla Model Y police kit from Unplugged Performance was on display, and […]
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced on Tuesday that it has initiated a preliminary evaluation of 280,000 Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The investigation follows twelve complaints from Tesla owners regarding sudden loss of steering control and power steering in their 2023 model vehicles. One Model 3 owner detailed an […]
Uber Japan, Hinomaru Kotsu, and Tesla Motors Japan have announced the integration of Tesla’s Model Y, into Uber Japan’s online taxi dispatch service, Uber Premium. The collaboration aims to deploy a total of 100 Tesla Model Y vehicles across Tokyo’s 23 wards by the end of 2024, marking a significant step towards greener urban transportation. […]
Tesla has filed paperwork with the Chinese government for the approval of its redesigned ‘Highland’ Model 3 and Model Y. The news, while not officially announced by Tesla, suggests we may be getting close to the debut of these refreshed vehicles. Amy @SF___Tahoe, a Tesla investor and enthusiast, shared her excitement on social media, stating, […]
Tesla will reportedly introduce a price reduction for its Model 3 and Model Y vehicles in Hong Kong, effective from August 4, claims a report from the Hong Kong Economic Times. This would mark the second price adjustment this year, following the previous one on April 15. According to the customs website and the post-tax […]
Image credit: Montana Free Press In the small eastern Montana town of Ekalaka (population: 400), an ‘unidentified electric vehicle,’ later revealed to be a Tesla Model Y, has drawn significant attention for tapping into the local electric utility. This sparked gossip and led to front page coverage in the local newspaper. The car belonged to […]
Coachella City Council has approved the purchase of 17 Tesla Model Y vehicles to be used for a community rideshare service in California. The decision, made in a recent city council meeting, is part of a new agreement with the Latino Equity Advocacy Policy Institute (LEAP). The city council authorized the city manager to sign […]
