Model Y
Tesla Model Y Deliveries are Coming with Protection Film on Door Sills [PIC]
One Tesla Model Y owner recently took delivery of their compact crossover SUV, only to find their front door sills now having paint protection film (PPF) installed on them. “I just realized this, aren’t the door sill panels [supposed] to have Model Y on them?”, said Shane L. from the Tesla Model Y Canadian Group […]
Tesla Heat Pump in Camp Mode Holds 25C Temperature in -40C Windchill
Tesla’s heat pump in its newer vehicles such as the Model 3 and Model Y isn’t always plagued with problems some owners are seeing, with lack of heat (a software update is coming to fix a current problem). One Tesla Model Y Long Range owner in the United States recently shared their experience using Camp […]
Tesla Model Y Paint Protection Film Back in Stock
Tesla has restocked its Model Y Paint Protection Film, which costs $50 USD. “Protect your Model Y from snow, salt, sand and small debris with the Model Y Paint Protection Film. Protect your paint from stone chips and driving conditions that can accelerate wear and tear,” explains Tesla. This film is applied just in front […]
How Tesla’s Model Y Exceeded the Model 3 in IIHS Crash Tests [VIDEO]
Last week, the Tesla Model Y was awarded the highest safety ratings possible by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and was named the organization’s 2021 Top Safety Pick+ in the midsize luxury SUV / 4-door SUV category. The Model Y took the crown from the Model 3, which scored exceptionally well in the […]
Here are Images of Tesla’s New Deep Crimson Multicoat from Giga Berlin [PICS]
We’re seeing more images of Tesla’s new deep crimson multicoat color leak from Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg, according to insider @SawyerMerritt. Unnamed sources shared four images with Merritt, showing the new crimson color on a Tesla body, likely a Model Y. Here is a sneak peek at the new Model Y Deep Crimson color coming soon to […]
Tesla Model Y vs. Hyundai IONIQ 5 Compared [VIDEO]
In a recently published YouTube video, Canadian car reviewer Motormouth compares the Tesla Model Y — the gold standard for all-electric crossovers, against Hyundai’s answer to it — the IONIQ 5. Hyundai unveiled the IONIQ 5 electric vehicle (EV) earlier this year in February. It was originally slated to launch earlier but was delayed to […]
Here’s the Tech Behind Tesla’s Matrix LED Headlights [VIDEO]
Newer (2021+) Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Performance vehicles feature adaptive headlights with an outer projector lamp that supports a matrix LED. The new headlamps not only allow for a more powerful headlight with better low-light visibility but the matrix LEDs inside can even be programmed to project light in certain shapes or even […]
Tesla Model Y Gets ‘Boombox Megaphone’ and Subwoofer Adjustment in Holiday Update
With Tesla’s release of its 2021 holiday update, build 2021.44.25.2, the company also gave some extra features for the Model S refresh such as a new Boombox Megaphone. But now it appears this feature is not exclusive to the Model S refresh, as it’s also available on 2021 Model Y vehicles as well, confirmed Tesla […]
2021 Tesla Model Y Performance vs. 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E GT Performance [VIDEO]
In a recently published YouTube video, Redline Reviews compares the 2021 Tesla Model Y Performance and the 2021 Ford Mach-E GT Performance — the higher-end performance models of the two popular all-electric crossovers on the market right now. The 2021 Tesla Model Y Performance has a dual-motor (all-wheel-drive) powertrain that delivers 450 horsepower, a 75 […]
Tesla: ‘Safety Part of Our Iterative Design Process’, in Accepting Model Y Award
Yesterday the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) awarded the Tesla Model Y a Top Safety Pick+ status, the highest possible accolade from the non-profit that crash tests vehicles. On Wednesday, the Tesla Team shed some details on its Model Y award and reiterated the company’s ethos when it comes to safety. Tesla says aside […]
2021-22 Tesla Model Y Earns Highest Safety Awards from IIHS [VIDEOS]
The non-profit Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has released its safety ratings for Tesla’s Model Y compact crossover SUV, for model years 2021-2022. According to the IIHS, the Model Y has earned its TOP SAFETY PICK+ award. In order to qualify for either of the IIHS’s two awards, good ratings must be earned in […]
Tesla Launches Model Y Glass Roof Sunshade
Tesla continues to launch new accessories today, as its online store gained new Wall Connector colored face plates, and now we’re seeing a Model Y Glass Roof Sunshade available for $120. “Constructed of lightweight mesh fabric with a collapsible rigid frame, the Model Y Glass Roof Sunshade further reduces heat transmission into the cabin by […]
Tesla Model 3, Model Y Become Most Popular Luxury Cars in the U.S.
Apart from absolutely dominating the electric vehicle (EV) market so far this year, the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y have also sold more units in the U.S. through October than any other ‘premium’ vehicles, including gas guzzlers from mainstay luxury automakers like Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, and BMW — reports Automotive News. The news comes just […]
2022 Tesla Model Y Review by Carwow in the UK: Best Electric SUV? [VIDEO]
Mat Watson from carwow in the UK has reviewed the 2022 Tesla Model Y. Watson compares the Model Y to the Model 3 and was overall impressed with the roomier cabin of the compact crossover SUV, particularly in the backseat and the trunk. Watson shared 5 good things and bad things about the Model Y, […]
Tesla Model 3/Y Said to Get User Interface from Model S/X Refresh and More [LIST]
According to Whole Mars Catalog (@WholeMarsBlog), Tesla’s upcoming holiday firmware update for the company’s electric vehicles (EVs) will bring the new Model S/X User Interface (UI) to the Model 3 and Model Y. Looks like the holiday update will have the UI from the new S & X — Whole Mars Catalog (@WholeMarsBlog) December 8, […]