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Tesla Cuts Model Y Prices in Europe, Offers 0% Interest in Germany
Tesla has announced significant price cuts for its Model Y vehicles in Germany, with reductions up to €5,000 (via @Tslachan). The new prices are as follows: Model Y RWD is now priced at €42,990 (previously €44,890), Model Y Long Range at €49,990 (down from €54,990), and Model Y Performance at €55,990 (reduced from €60,990). In […]
Tesla Model 3 Glass Roof Saves Family from Falling Tree
In what can be described as a stroke of miraculous luck combined with safety engineering, a family’s Monday holiday turned into a harrowing tale of survival when a massive eucalyptus tree, along with a light post, came crashing down on their Tesla on 19th Avenue in Golden Gate Park in San Francisco. The family, who […]
Tesla Model Y, Model 3 Lead Record U.S. EV Sales in 2023
A record-breaking 1.2 million U.S. vehicle buyers opted for electric vehicles (EVs) last year, as reported by Kelley Blue Book, a Cox Automotive company on Tuesday. The leader in EV sales? None other than Tesla. EVs have emerged as the fastest-growing segment in car sales, capturing a 7.6% share of the total U.S. vehicle market […]
Tesla Engineer Explains Cybertruck vs Porsche 911 Drag Race Limitations
In response to a YouTube video by Engineering Explained titled “No, Tesla Cybertruck Is Not Faster Than Porsche (While Towing)”, Wes Morrill, Cybertruck Lead Engineer at Tesla, provided a detailed reply on the weekend. Engineering Explained critically examines Tesla’s claim about the Cybertruck’s towing capabilities versus a Porsche 911—while the truck was towing the same […]
Tesla Cybertruck Heading to China for Showroom Displays
The buzz surrounding Tesla’s Cybertruck expansion has reached new heights with rumors circulating about its arrival in China—not for sale, but as an eye-catching store display. This speculation has been fueled by discussions within a dedicated Cybertruck chat group, which includes nearly 500 members, all holding preorders for the futuristic vehicle, with many eager to […]
2024 Tesla Model X Debuts Center Horn, New Camera Button
Image: Brandon Tesla has introduced notable changes to the steering wheel design in its 2024 Model X, featuring a traditional center horn and a new dedicated camera button. This update marks a shift from the previous model’s capacitive horn button on the steering wheel. The change was highlighted by a Tesla enthusiast, Brandon (@brandontsla), who […]
Tesla Says Federal Tax Credits Now Apply at Delivery
Tesla has updated its purchasing process, announcing that eligible buyers can now receive a $7,500 federal tax credit directly off the purchase price of new 2024 Model Y and Model X Dual Motor vehicles at the time of delivery. According to a post from Tesla’s North America account on X, this immediate discount will be […]
Tesla Drops Prices for Model 3 and Model Y in China
Tesla has lowered the price of select trims of its Model 3 and Model Y vehicles in China, as of January 12, 2024. Price drops range from 2% and up to nearly 6%, depending on vehicle. Clearly Tesla is trying to increase demand in China. Check out the price changes below… Model 3 Model 3 […]
Tesla Cybertrucks Delivering This Weekend for Non-Employees
Tesla has started the distribution of Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) for its much-anticipated Cybertruck to regular customers who are not employees of the company. This move signals the imminent delivery of the all-wheel drive (AWD) Cybertrucks, especially for those who ordered the Foundation Series, reports @SawyerMerritt. Reports confirm that individuals in California that are not […]
Upgraded Tesla Model 3 Delivery Dates Slip in Canada, U.S.
The recently launched upgraded Tesla Model 3 in North America has experienced a shift in its estimated delivery dates, moving from January-February 2024 to February-March 2024 in less than a day (via @Tslachan). This change suggests a high demand for the upgraded Model 3, available in Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) and Long Range versions. Tesla’s website […]
Upgraded Tesla Model 3 Launches in Taiwan
Beyond launching the upgraded Model 3 in North America on late Tuesday, Tesla has also debuted the refreshed electric sedan in Taiwan (via @Tslachan). Despite the close proximity of Tesla’s Gigafactory in Shanghai, China, the upgraded Model 3 for Taiwan will be imported from the company’s factory in Fremont, California, due to geopolitical reasons. The […]
Tesla Launches Upgraded Model 3 in North America
Tesla has announced the launch of its upgraded Model 3 in North America, a move that promises to redefine the electric vehicle experience for consumers. Available now on the Tesla website, the new Model 3 boasts several advancements in design, comfort, and technology. We knew the Model 3 refresh was imminent, as the new vehicle […]
Tesla Model 3 Child-Seat Anchor Points Questioned in Australia
Federal regulators in Australia have launched an investigation into Tesla’s Model 3 sedan. The focus of the investigation is a potential breach of motor-vehicle rules, following the removal of an accessible child-seat anchor point, which is crucial for gaining road-use approval. The updated Tesla Model 3, which began deliveries in December 2023, is certified as […]
Tesla’s Giga Mexico Expected to Create Record Jobs in Region
The announcement of permits for the construction of Tesla’s Gigafactory in Santa Catarina, along with the imminent start of infrastructure works, is set to generate a record number of jobs in 2024 in the region. Jorge A. Moreno, a professor at the Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (UANL), predicts the creation of approximately 140,000 jobs […]
Cybertruck Reviewed by Ford F-350 Truck Owner [VIDEO]
Tesla’s Cybertruck recently demonstrated its robust towing capabilities in a real-world test, impressively hauling a 3,000-pound load to the dunes. YouTube channel Minimal Duck, alongside fellow Tesla enthusiast Ryan Shaw (who had his own time with this same Cybertruck earlier), had a borrowed Cybertruck ‘Cyber Beast’ version to test from an owner. The Cybertruck’s design […]