Model Y

Tesla Launches 0% APR Promo for Model 3/Y with FSD Purchase

Tesla has introduced a new promotion in the United States offering 0% APR financing on new Model 3 and Model Y vehicles for customers who purchase Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised. This limited-time offer is available for orders placed starting today. Under the promotion, eligible buyers can finance a new Model 3 or Model Y with […]

Tesla Launches Model 3/Y Long Range RWD in Canada

Tesla has made changes to its vehicle line up in Canada, adding a new Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive variant to the Model 3 and Model Y. This follows a similar move made in the UK and the US. The Model 3 and Model Y RWD are no longer available and with it ends LFP batteries, […]

Tesla Launches Model Y Long Range AWD, Quicksilver Model 3 in UK

Tesla has introduced a new Model Y Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive in the UK, priced at £46,990. The new variant boasts a range of 373 miles (WLTP), a top speed of 135 mph, and can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds—an improvement of 90 miles in range compared to the previous Model […]
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Tesla Update Disables 12V Outlet in Sentry Mode, Limits Usage

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 Introduces Model 3/Y Projection Lights for $65

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 Model Y with 6 Seats Planned, Claims Rumor

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 Extends Model Y 1.99% APR Promo in USA

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 […]

Tesla Referral Codes in Canada Back, 1.99% Model Y Promo

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 […]

2025 Tesla Model Y Refresh to Include 7-Seater, Claims Report

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 Cuts Pricing of CCS Adapter and Retrofits, Up to 50%

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 Model Y Leads as Best-Selling Luxury Car in China for 3rd Week

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 Model Y RWD Now from £299/month in the UK

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 Led Luxury Car Sales in China Last Week

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 […]

Tesla Launches Model Y Ambient Lighting Retrofit in China

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 Criticizes EV Market for Copying Tesla’s Model Y

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 […]