Model Y

Tesla Model Y Lease Option Debuts in the United States

Earlier today, Tesla quietly launched a new lease option for its Model Y compact SUV in the United States, as spotted by a user on Reddit. If you go to the Model Y configurator on Tesla.com, if you click on ‘Estimate Payment’ along the bottom, a pop up now shows an option for ‘lease’. You...

Tesla Model Y May Get Track Mode Soon Says Elon Musk

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has had an active evening tonight on Twitter and his latest reply to an inquiry has confirmed track mode may make its way to the Tesla Model Y. "Can we get track mode for the model Y? Is it possible?”, asked @teslaownersSV. Musk just replied with a “yes”, essentially answering the...

Tesla Model Y Price Drops $3,000 in USA, $6,000 in Canada

Tesla has dropped the price of its newest electric vehicle, the Model Y, surprising new and existing customers on Saturday afternoon (via Reddit). The Model Y Long Range AWD now starts at $49,990 USD, a price drop of $3,000 USD (was $52,990 USD). The Performance Model Y dropped $1,000 to now start at $59,990 USD,...

Tesla Lands Tax Break for Gigafactory in Austin, Texas

Elecktrek reports Tesla has been approved for a tax break from local school district Del Valle Independent School in Austin, Texas. This is a key move for Tesla as it saves over $50 million in taxes for the next decade. Money Tesla would have paid in taxes for the new Gigafactory will go to the […]

First Tesla Model Y Hits Turo in Canada at Rate of $259 Per Day

Peer-to-peer car sharing platform, Turo, has announced the first Tesla Model Y has hit its listings in Canada. Tesla delivered the first Model Y in Canada back in June and according to Turo, the company tells Tesla North, "guests have the unique opportunity to experience one of the only Model Ys available in the country."...

Tesla Model Y Dyno Test Surpasses 500 Horsepower [VIDEO]

Mountain Pass Performance recently put a Model Y on a dyno, which measures a car’s performance (horsepower and torque figures). The model they tested was the Model Y AWD Performance variant, in which the EV database estimates a power output of 456hp (via InsideEVs). But, when the Canadian garage based in Toronto, Ontaro, tested the Model […]

Tutorial – Driving the Tesla Model Y in Cold Weather

image via Tesla Model Y Owner’s Manual The Tesla Model Y offers a versatile driving experience. With an impressive battery range and plentiful storage options, the electric SUV can handle all kinds of road trips. But what about driving in cold weather? In this week’s tutorial, we’ll take a look at some best practices for […]

Tesla Model Y Deliveries Arrive for Owners in Victoria, B.C.

We’ve already seen the first Tesla Model Y delivered in Canada earlier this month and now more and more are making their away to owners across British Columbia, including those in the province’s capital of Victoria. One of the first Model Y deliveries for a resident in Victoria took place on June 22, 2020. According...

Tesla Model Y Reviewed in Canada: “Best Tesla Ever” [VIDEO]

The first Tesla Model Y deliveries made their way to Canada earlier this month and now we have one of the first video reviews from Toronto-based Tesla Owners Online’s Trevor Page. https://youtu.be/i_ygm7JAue8 The 20-minute video has Page review one of the first Model Y units delivered in Toronto, Ontario. Page reviews the Model Y with...

Tesla Model Y Tow Package Hits Online Store for $1,200 USD

The Tesla Model Y has seen some upgrades and additions roll out since its initial release in March of 2020. The vehicle operates as a daily driver and a family sport utility vehicle for many drivers, separating it from Tesla’s sportier rides. As a result, many drivers were disappointed to see that the initial launch […]

Tesla Model Y Long Range Reviewed by Car and Driver

Car and Driver remains a longstanding trusted source in the world of automobile reviews. With a wealth of knowledge on a wide range of cars, consumers place their faith in the publication for comprehensive perspectives on the latest automobiles. In a new review, Car and Driver takes a deep dive into the Tesla Model Y. […]

Tesla Model Y Owner Asks If the Car is Worth $68,000 or Not [VIDEO]

image via Ben Sullins on YouTube The Tesla Model Y has experienced some recent hiccups in production and in the marketplace. As a result, many people are beginning to question the electric vehicle’s worth. However, despite some problems as of late, the Model Y received widely favorable reviews upon its launch in March 2020. In […]