Tesla’s recent 2024.32.3 software update has changed the functionality of the 12V power outlets in the Model Y, impacting owners who rely on these outlets for accessories like coolers (this one is our choice that fits perfectly in the Model Y sub-trunk). Previously, the 12V outlets in the trunk and center console remained active when […]
Tesla has launched a new accessory for the Model 3 and Model Y, offering high-definition projection lights that display the Tesla wordmark on the ground when the vehicle’s doors are opened. The Model Y Projection Lights are priced at $65 USD ($90 in Canada) and include two lights, one for the driver’s side door and […]
Tesla is planning to launch a six-seat version of its Model Y in China starting late 2025, claims anonymous sources speaking with Reuters. A previous rumour claimed a 7 seat version was coming as well. Which is it? Suppliers have been asked to prepare accordingly for a double-digit increase of Model Y output at its […]
Tesla has extended its 1.99% APR financing offer for Model Y in the U.S., initially set to expire on August 31, 2024, to now include all vehicles delivered by September 30, 2024. The promotion, which was originally launched last month for orders placed after July 18, is available to well-qualified buyers. The updated terms on […]
Update November 26: You can now save $2,600 off your next Tesla in Canada as the program has doubled its discount for Q4. Tesla has re-launched its referral program in Canada, allowing customers to save $2,600 CAD when they buy a new car using a friend’s referral code. The reintroduction follows a recent relaunch of […]
Tesla is set to launch two updated versions of its popular Model Y in 2025, according to sources, reports Chinese publication Late Post (via @Tslachan). The refreshed 5-seater Model Y, internally codenamed “Juniper,” is expected to be delivered in the first quarter of 2025. A new 7-seater Model Y variant is slated for delivery in […]
Tesla has announced a price reduction for its CCS Combo 1 Adapter and retrofit services, expanding fast-charging options for its vehicles at third-party charging stations. The CCS Combo 1 Adapter is now priced at $125 USD, down from $250 USD in September 2022, and $175 CAD in Canada, reduced from $325 CAD. Tesla has also […]
Tesla continues to lead the luxury car market in China, with the Tesla Model Y emerging as the best-selling luxury vehicle for the third consecutive week. According to data shared by @Tslachan, 14,200 Teslas were insured in China last week alone, underscoring the brand’s strong performance in the competitive market. In August 2024, Tesla saw […]
Tesla UK has introduced a new promotional price for the Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD), available at £299 per month for a limited time. This offer is valid for 36 monthly payments with a downpayment of £4,499. The deal includes 10,000 miles per annum, with an excess mileage charge of £0.20 per mile. The total […]
Tesla continues to gain popularity in China, as the company’s vehicles were the best-selling luxury cars of any brand in the nation from August 5-8 (via @Tslachan). Elon Musk’s Tesla topped other brands such as Mercedes (2nd), Li Auto (3rd), and Audi (4th) and BMW (5th). But that’s not the only feat of Tesla in […]
Back in September 2023, Tesla added updates for the Model Y produced at Giga Shanghai which included ambient lighting and some other upgrades. Now, Tesla has offered an ambient lighting retrofit for the Model Y, but only in China, priced at 1299 CNY, or about $180 USD, which is a reasonable price, noted @Tslachan. Ambient […]
Rivian CEO and founder RJ Scaringe addressed the current state of the electric vehicle (EV) market and competition with Tesla in a recent interview with Nilay Patel, editor-in-chief of The Verge. Scaringe emphasized the lack of choice in the sub-$50,000 EV market as a primary reason for the perceived slowdown in EV sales. “What I […]
Tesla has announced a new financing promotion for its Model Y compact crossover SUV. In North America, Tesla is offering 1.99% APR financing for new Model Y orders placed before August 31, with delivery required by September 30. Additionally, Tesla is extending this promotion to New Zealand, where customers can also take advantage of the […]
The California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA) has released its California Auto Outlook for the first half of 2024, presenting a detailed analysis of new vehicle registrations and sales projections for the year. The report, based on data from Experian Automotive, highlights a slight overall decline in California’s new light vehicle registrations by 0.7 percent […]
Tesla has introduced an ‘Energy Boost’ upgrade for recent Model Y RWD owners in the United States, aimed at increasing the vehicle’s range. This new feature is available in two options: a $1,000 upgrade that adds up to 30 miles of range, and a $1,600 upgrade that provides up to 50 miles of additional range. […]
