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Tesla

Read the latest Tesla news here. At TorqueNews we cover Tesla’s automotive and financial news, and do reviews so that you can make the best decision when it comes to buying your next car, or if you’re just in the mood to learn a little about Tesla.

Tesla is one of the most well known names in the modern day automotive industry. It is the leading automotive manufacturer for battery powered cars. Yes, that means zero gasoline usage. It is without question that the evil genius behind this company, Elon Musk, has done anything except the abnormal. Their brand released their first car in 2008 and today in 2020 it is one of the most popular and practical options you can get on the market. Tesla’s have entered the market from the top down as they are quickly on their way to meet the $20,000 to $30,000 price mark, but their most popular models are $35,000 and above.

The brand is most noted by their quirky leader, their long range capabilities under one singular charge, their surprising performance aspects, and their cutting edge technology. Currently, the Model S holds the record for the longest range on one charge which was 370 miles, but Elon claims 400 miles is coming soon and also claims that the coming soon 2nd gen Tesla Roadster will not only be the fastest production car, but it will also have a range of 620 miles which is absurd.

The Current Tesla Lineup

Teslas Model 3 ————————————— Starting MSRP $35,000
Tesla Model S ————————————— Starting MSRP $75,000
Tesla Model X ————————————— Starting MSRP $81,000
Tesla Model Y ————————————— Starting MSRP $52,990

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Tesla Director of Artificial Intelligence Adrej Karpathy Explains Neural Net Development in FSD

By Timothy Boyer on June 21, 2021 - 3:11PM

Wondering what Tesla engineers have been up to lately toward improving Tesla Autopilot and FSD? Here’s a must-see Zoom presentation where Tesla’s Director of Artificial Intelligence, Adrej Karpathy, reveals the work that is going on behind the scenes as we wait for out next FSD update.

FSD Sensor System Installed on Ford Mondeo Tested at Two Levels Above Tesla FSD

By Timothy Boyer on June 21, 2021 - 12:31PM

Here’s the latest about a live multi-city trial of one type of autonomy FSD software that is being outfitted on Ford Mondeos to operate across a five-mile area in varied traffic and weather conditions that is rated two levels above Tesla’s current FSD categorization.

Tesla Insurance Is Coming To European Countries

By Tinsae Aregay on June 21, 2021 - 11:08AM

According to a recent job posting on Tesla's Careers page, Tesla is planning to hire actuaries to help build out the company's revolutionary insurance business in Europe.

Tesla Deliveries by Quarters. Model Y Surging!

By Jeremy Johnson on June 21, 2021 - 1:15AM

Recently, the Twitter user, James Stephenson, posted 69 Tweets in the most detailed analysis of Tesla I've ever seen. Let's take a look at Tweet #3 of these which focuses on Tesla's delivery of vehicles quarter by quarter, year over year. Here is the details!

Tesla's Intention to Stick With The Yoke Steering Wheel Is A Double-Edged Sword

By Daniel Cappo on June 19, 2021 - 4:26PM

Tesla has made it clear that they don’t plan to drop the yoke steering wheel. The yoke is ultimately the foundation for a car with progressive steering.

Tesla Reveals Giga Berlin's New Big Changes

By Armen Hareyan on June 19, 2021 - 1:35PM

Tesla Revenue Growth - the Growth Story is Just Getting Started

By Jeremy Johnson on June 19, 2021 - 1:18PM

Recently, the Twitter user, James Stephenson, posted 69 Tweets in the most detailed analysis of Tesla I've ever seen. Let's take a look at Tweet #2 of these which focuses on Tesla's revenue growth quarter by quarter, year over year. The result is amazing.

Road trips are possible in EVS, even though charging architecture is still a little limited

The Porsche Taycan And Telsa Model S Can Charge In Just Minutes! Time For A Road Trip

By Frank DiMuccio on June 19, 2021 - 12:01PM

With vehicles like the Tesla Model S and Porsche Taycan being able to charge several miles worth of power in a single minute, the era of range anxiety appears to be approaching its end. Many potential owners felt that the long charge times required for many electric vehicles were prohibiting them from purchasing one, but as fast charging stations pop-up across the world, that may be less of an issue.

Elon Musk Says Tesla Model S Plaid Acceleration Is 20% Faster Than Falling Down

By Tinsae Aregay on June 19, 2021 - 4:29AM

Tesla CEO Elon Musk's favorite vehicle/Tesla and daily driver has been the Model S. And now with the launch of the Plaid variant Musk seems unable to hold back his excitement and now claims the Plaid Model S can accelerate 20% quicker than gravity.

An Important Tool all Tesla Owners Should Carry to Revive a Dead Tesla

By Timothy Boyer on June 18, 2021 - 2:48PM

Even though it’s been argued by Tesla that there is no real need for a car to carry a spare tire anymore, this does not mean that Tesla owners should be unprepared for other road mishaps. Here is at least one important simple tool all Tesla owners should carry to revive a dead Tesla as demonstrated by this one Tesla owner.

Tesla Road Map and Profitability - Explosive Growth Ahead!

By Jeremy Johnson on June 18, 2021 - 12:35PM

Recently, the Twitter user, James Stephenson, posted 69 Tweets in the most detailed analysis of Tesla I've ever seen. Let's take these and pull out the simple details for them. The first will be Tesla's road map and profitability.

What is the Sequel Elon Musk is Talking About?

By Jeremy Johnson on June 17, 2021 - 9:43AM

Elon Musk Tweeted recently that we should just skip the video games and movies and go straight to the sequel. What does he mean by this?

German Minister Wants Tesla To Open Its Supercharger Network To All EVs

By Daniel Cappo on June 16, 2021 - 10:13PM

The German Federal Minister of Transport wants Tesla to let all Electric Vehicles use its superchargers. Supporters of Tesla expanding access to their superchargers say it will speed up the wide scale adoption of EVs. There are still many logistical hurdles to overcome.

The Cabin Noise in The New Model S and New HVAC Firmware

By Armen Hareyan on June 16, 2021 - 5:27PM

The cabin noise in the new refreshed Tesla Model S is amazing. If you are wondering how is the cabin noise in a new Model S, we are going to find out now and with a new update from Elon Musk about Tesla's new HVAC firmware.

Should Tesla Start Advertising?

By Jeremy Johnson on June 16, 2021 - 11:01AM

There has been some backlash against Tesla from prominent supporters that they should advertise to combat the fear, uncertainty, and doubt that is constantly spread. Should Tesla do this and if so, what should they do?

New Range Ratings Only Scratch the Surface Of Tesla’s Potential

By Daniel Cappo on June 15, 2021 - 10:03PM

The EPA just released the official range statistics for the Model S Long Range. The EPA has not released range data for the Model S Plaid which debuted last week at the delivery event.

Here’s What Yoke Steering in Tesla Looks Like in Actual Use

By Timothy Boyer on June 15, 2021 - 6:24PM

Are you undecided about whether Tesla’s yoke steering is right for you? Here’s a link to a video of yoke steering in action that illustrates at least one bothersome aspect of driving with this type of non-wheel, steering wheel.

The Original Tesla Roadster and Beyond

By Jeremy Johnson on June 15, 2021 - 2:49PM

In May, 2015, I had the honor of having my first Tesla car ride. It was in the original Tesla roadster with a friend in California. Let's talk about the Tesla Roadster then, now, and in the future.

Creative Use of Smart Summon Gets The Job Done for Tesla Owner

By Timothy Boyer on June 15, 2021 - 2:34PM

Here’s one use of Smart Summon you won’t find in your Tesla manual that helped one creative Tesla owner take care of a difficult part of his job.

Tesla Giga Berlin Needs To Undergo Another Public Review Rules State Office For Environment

By Tinsae Aregay on June 15, 2021 - 1:38PM

Brandenburg State Office for Environment has confirmed Tesla's decision to add a battery plant to the Giga Berlin plans will necessitate a second public review and possibly a public hearing.

Toyota Motor vs. Tesla - Which Stock is a Better Buy

Toyota vs Tesla: Which Stock To Buy These Days

By Armen Hareyan on June 14, 2021 - 4:58PM

European Tesla Model Y Reservation Holders Might Get Their Vehicles Soon From Giga Shanghai

By Tinsae Aregay on June 14, 2021 - 3:52PM

According to rumors, Tesla is planning to export made-in-China Model Ys to European customers. Model Y deliveries in Europe could begin as soon as the beginning of Q3 2021.

Tesla Owner Builds Automatic EV Charger in His Garage Using a Raspberry Pi

By Timothy Boyer on June 14, 2021 - 3:36PM

A recent YouTube video shows how one Tesla owner was able to automate his EV charging needs using a Raspberry Pi microcontroller and some mechanical hardware to turn his garage into a hands-off charging station.

Tesla Holds Bitcoin with Diamond Hands

By Jeremy Johnson on June 14, 2021 - 2:10PM

Elon Musk Tweeted recently that Tesla has only sold 10% of its Bitcoin and will begin accepting it again once mining moves to a higher percentage of renewable energy. Tesla is still holding 90% of its Bitcoin!

Tesla, Porsche, And Ford: New Hype Vs Experience And Excellence

By Frank DiMuccio on June 13, 2021 - 11:14PM

25 lucky folks have gotten their Tesla Model S Plaids. I can’t imagine the thrill. I’d have to guess It would be similar to what Ford’s CEO Jim Farley felt behind the wheel of the Mustang Mach E 1400. When Porsche says the Taycan will sprint you to 100 km/h in 2.6 seconds, but you get there in 2.4, it’s probably pretty fantastic, too.

Tesla Could Have Big Plans Up Their Sleeve For Future FSD Software Updates

By Daniel Cappo on June 12, 2021 - 11:15PM

Tesla is currently behind schedule and was supposed to come out with Version 9 almost a month ago. It is probably smart for Tesla to take their time on new updates given they just switched away from radar.

Environmental groups Are Making An Effort To Thwart Construction Of Gigafactory In Germany

By Daniel Cappo on June 12, 2021 - 8:30PM

Musk has voiced his frustrations lately with the German bureaucracy’s unwillingness to want to speed up the process to approve the new Gigafactory. Now, environmental groups have filed a complaint to try to block Tesla’s construction of the Gigafactory.

Stunning Aerial Footage of Giga Shanghai

By Jeremy Johnson on June 12, 2021 - 3:48PM

We have some stunning areal footage from up above Giga Shanghai, from YouTube user Jason Yang. It's impressive the sheer amount of infrastructure required for this Giga factory.

As we see more examples in the wild, we can hope that the dearth of new cars is nearly over.

Rivian R1S Sighting In Pasadena, Mustang Mach Es In The Wild; Is The Vehicle Drought Coming To An End?

By Frank DiMuccio on June 12, 2021 - 9:57AM

With Tesla’s spectacular Model S Plaid event and Ford’s Maverick reveal, it can be hard to remember that we’ve been suffering a shortage of both new and used vehicles. Today, we got sightings of both a Spy-shot Clad Rivian R1S, and a show-room floor Ford Mustang Mach E in the wild. I’d like to think that at least some of the waiting for deliveries on ordered vehicles may finally be coming to an end.

What Attracts Daimler's Top Managers To Tesla Giga Berlin

For Some Former Daimler Managers Daimler Is Authority, While Tesla Is Like a Startup

By Armen Hareyan on June 11, 2021 - 11:03PM

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