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Tesla Model Y (Page 5)

Tesla Model Y

In this section of Torque News you will find Tesla Model Y news and reports.

By Tinsae Aregay on September 1, 2023 - 5:55AM
Late last night, Tesla once again massively cut Model S & X prices. Model X now starts at $79,990 which makes it qualify for the $7,500 federal EV tax incentive. And even more surprisingly, Tesla has also cut the price of FSD by 25%.
By Tinsae Aregay on August 31, 2023 - 2:41PM
A new up close Project Highland Model 3 picture confirms the upgrade will not give the all-electric sedan a hatchback. However, for those disappointed, Tesla has implemented yet another price cut bringing the starting price of a Model 3 even lower.
By Tinsae Aregay on August 31, 2023 - 8:39AM
The Biden administration has once again opened an investigation into Elon Musk & his companies. The new SEC & DOJ investigation claims Musk used millions of dollars from Tesla to build himself a glass house. Musk has categorically denied all allegations.
By Tinsae Aregay on August 30, 2023 - 2:44PM
Tesla’s battery research partnership with Dr. Jeff Dahn of Dalhousie University has announced 4 breakthrough batteries. One of these breakthroughs is a 4 million-mile battery, however, 2 of the remaining cell prototypes are even more impressive.
By Tinsae Aregay on August 29, 2023 - 7:36AM
Elon Musk a couple of days back said that Tesa vehicles with HW4 computers will not get FSD for at least 6 months. However, late last night, in a surprising move, Tesla released FSD Beta 11.4.4 to HW4 vehicles in North America – here is what’s going on.
By Tinsae Aregay on August 27, 2023 - 2:15PM
Elon Musk has confirmed that Tesla will not start work on enabling FSD on HW4 vehicles until the EV maker solves level 5 autonomy on HW3 vehicles globally. Although great for HW3 vehicle owners, this could push FSD access on HW4 until 2025.
By Armen Hareyan on August 26, 2023 - 2:11PM
Tesla now includes estimated gas savings in the advertised starting price of their cars on their website. This change was also made on all order pages.
By Tinsae Aregay on August 24, 2023 - 8:49AM
Late last night, Tesla officially sent out Cybertruck Delivery Event invites. Although it costs 30,000 credits (≈$4,000) to attend the event, the 1st attendees have already started taking their place. Tesla has also confirmed the delivery event location.
By Tinsae Aregay on August 23, 2023 - 11:02PM
In a new leaked internal email, Elon Musk rallies Tesla employees to achieve the same build precision with the Cybertruck as that of LEGO and soda cans. Musk’s comments come after he reviewed a “production candidate” Cybertruck with fit & finish issues.
By Tinsae Aregay on August 23, 2023 - 12:36PM
A new South Korean video of the inside of Tesla’s Shanghai Gigafactory suggests Tesla is leaning towards South Korea as the location for the company’s upcoming Gigafacotry. Tesla is expected to announce the new location before the end of the year.
By Peter Neilson on August 21, 2023 - 4:38PM
Dive into the world of 'rare earth' minerals—more common than their name suggests and crucial in vehicles from Prius to Tesla.
By Armen Hareyan on August 21, 2023 - 10:11AM
As I wrench and tinker in the realm of electric vehicles (EVs), there's one name that's been buzzing like a high-voltage wire: Tesla. And in the world of affordable yet advanced electric SUVs, the Tesla Model Y takes the central position.
By Tinsae Aregay on August 18, 2023 - 8:14AM
Tesla famously has a deal to supply Hertz 100,000 Model 3 and Ys for the company’s rental car fleet. However, a new Tesla job opening suggests that the EV maker is in the early stages of setting up its own car rental service.
By Tinsae Aregay on August 17, 2023 - 2:19PM
Latest Project Highland Model 3 leaks suggest that Tesla has already started producing the refreshed Model 3 at Giga Shanghai. However, today, a new and more credible report pushes the start of Highland Model 3 production to next month.
By Tinsae Aregay on August 14, 2023 - 2:22PM
Tesla has once again cut vehicle prices in China. The new price cuts lower the starting price of the Model Y Long Range & Performance by $1,950. The price cuts are expected to further lower Tesla's operating gross profit which is already down 50% in 2023.
By Peter Neilson on August 9, 2023 - 12:35PM
Discover why Tesla's unique battery preconditioning is setting the gold standard in EV charging, ensuring smarter, longer-lasting battery health.
By Peter Neilson on August 8, 2023 - 12:33PM
It's not just about plugging in, but a rhythm of shared power, efficiency, and etiquette.
By Peter Neilson on August 7, 2023 - 3:03PM
Dive into the electrifying journey of auto shops in the EV era.
By Peter Neilson on August 7, 2023 - 2:05PM
From rollercoaster-like acceleration to silent speed, my ride on the Zero electric motorcycle was an adrenaline-charged dance with the future.
By Timothy Boyer on August 6, 2023 - 10:32AM
A popular mechanic revisits what consumers need to know before considering buying a car that provides different levels of autonomous self-driving features/capabilities.
By Peter Neilson on August 1, 2023 - 10:41PM
Explore the world of EVs with our comprehensive guide on charging infrastructure and onboard systems
By Jeremy Johnson on July 31, 2023 - 11:08AM
There are reports that Tesla is cutting prices. Tesla doesn't announce price cuts - they just do them and we don't see them happening.
By Timothy Boyer on July 30, 2023 - 11:53AM
These seven features offered in new and used cars will cost you more than they are worth down the road warns this mechanic.
By Timothy Boyer on July 29, 2023 - 10:23AM
Tesla and these other models fail to provide promised EV range claims. Plus, the model with the most accurate range prediction and the surprise of what environment temp promotes longest battery performance.
By Armen Hareyan on July 27, 2023 - 12:36PM
Let me take you on a journey through the astounding aspects of the Tesla Model Y and unveil the seven irresistible features that make this all-electric SUV a true game-changer in the automotive industry.
By Tinsae Aregay on July 27, 2023 - 9:35AM
Elon Musk has confirmed on X that he tested FSD v12 alpha build today and says that “it’s mind-blowing.” FSD v12 ditches Tesla’s HydraNet for a simple & elegant single AI model and Tesla expects v12 to be the final approach to reach level 4 autonomy.
By Jeremy Johnson on July 26, 2023 - 8:31PM
Tesla has released a video going over how the Model Y is engineered using first principles.
By Jeremy Johnson on July 25, 2023 - 11:59PM
Tesla vehicles are known for their safety and a crash that could have been worse was made safer because the driver was in a Tesla.
By John Goreham on July 25, 2023 - 11:26AM
Torque News had the opportunity to test Genesis’ new GV70 electric vehicle. We found it to be an exciting new option for those who might otherwise consider a Tesla Model Y but who want a luxury vehicle.
By Peter Neilson on July 24, 2023 - 4:01PM
Discover why holding off on purchasing an EV could be a smart move