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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’s Texas Gigafactory Receives Parts For The Giga Presses To Build The Model Y

By Tinsae Aregay on January 22, 2021 - 4:45AM

Tesla Gigafactory Texas has received the first parts of the Giga Press machines to be installed on the site. The parts come from IDRA, an Italian company and Tesla's manufacturing partner for the Giga Press.

Tesla 4th Quarter Registrations in California Jump 63% Thanks To Model Y

By Armen Hareyan on January 21, 2021 - 9:01PM

Musk Says Tesla Is Literally Trying To Build Cars Like Toys

By Armen Hareyan on January 21, 2021 - 8:48PM

The Boring Company's Branded Model X Gets Ready For Vegas Loop Testing

By Armen Hareyan on January 21, 2021 - 8:45PM

Mustang Mach-E vs. Tesla Model Y image courtesy of media kits

Three Surprises Ford's Mustang Mach-E Has For Tesla Shoppers With a $50K Budget

By John Goreham on January 21, 2021 - 4:17PM

The Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range All-wheel Drive Premium is better than the Tesla Model Y in three key ways. Here is why Tesla's Model Y is no longer the only game in town.

Tesla Gets Preliminary Approval To Get State Aid And Add Battery Manufacturing facility To Giga Berlin

By Tinsae Aregay on January 21, 2021 - 3:44PM

Tesla has been granted permission from Germany's Economy Ministery to start preliminary work on Giga Berlin. The EV maker might also get financial support from the EU.

We Drive and Compare the Tesla Model Y vs. Ford Mustang Mach-E - You Pick A Winner

By John Goreham on January 20, 2021 - 10:43AM

We drove the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD back to back with the Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD Premium to see how they compare and contrast. Tell us which you would pick and why.

Tesla Signs A 5 Year Exclusive Deal With Jeff Dahn, Possibly The Best Battery Researcher In The World

By Tinsae Aregay on January 19, 2021 - 3:45AM

Tesla has extended the battery research deal it had with Jeff Dahn's Lab. The electric car market has also added two researchers as chairmen.

Boring Company To Start Tests in February with Free Rides

By Armen Hareyan on January 18, 2021 - 8:21PM

Tesla Delivers First Shanghai Gigafactory Built Model Y In China

By Tinsae Aregay on January 18, 2021 - 2:35PM

According to reports coming out of China and confirmed by Reuters, Tesla has begun deliveries of made in China Model Y for the local market.

Tesla Model Y image from Tesla press kit

Surprise - Tesla's Model Y Has A Twice-Annual Service Requirement

By John Goreham on January 15, 2021 - 2:12PM

Tesla's Model Y is an amazing vehicle that has the potential to be a very low cost to own green crossover. However, rumors that the vehicle requires "No maintenance" are wrong according to the manual. Here's where the pesky twice-annual service need comes from.

Tesla Asked To Recall All Vehicles Built From 2012-2018, Except The Model 3

By Tinsae Aregay on January 15, 2021 - 2:31AM

Tesla has been asked by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA) to recall all Model S and X vehicles built up to 2018. This is due to a memory failure that stops the screen from working.

Model Y image courtesy of Tesla Press Kit.

Comparison Chart: Tesla's New Base Model Y vs. Toyota RAV4 Prime - You Pick A Winner

By John Goreham on January 14, 2021 - 4:11PM

We compare and contrast two similar green crossovers. The similarities include price, acceleration, cargo space, passenger space, and green credentials. Which would you choose and why?

Plug-In Hybrid Crossovers Are Better At Towing Than Battery-Electric Vehicles Like Tesla’s Model Y

By John Goreham on January 14, 2021 - 12:26PM

Vehicles like the Toyota RAV4 Prime plug-in hybrid crossover utility vehicle are more practical for towing than are battery-electric vehicles like the Tesla Model Y. Here’s what experts and owners say are the reasons.

Toyota RAV4 Prime charging image courtesy of Kate S

Why One Toyota RAV4 Prime Owner Passed On The Tesla Model Y and Honda CR-V Hybrid

By John Goreham on January 13, 2021 - 8:02AM

Different shoppers have different priorities. Here is why one green crossover shopper purchased a plug-in hybrid Toyota RAV4 Prime crossover, and why she opted to pass on the battery-electric Model Y from Tesla and the CR-V Hybrid From Honda.

Tesla global market share pie chart by John Goreham

What Tesla’s Global Market Share Pie Chart Tells Us About Tesla's Coming Acquisitions

By John Goreham on January 12, 2021 - 9:50AM

Tesla cannot build its way to any meaningful market share. If Tesla really wants to play in the big leagues it will have to acquire other automakers or buy their production capacity. Here’s why it isn't already happening.

Tesla market share chart by John Goreham

Here’s What Tesla’s Current Market Share Looks Like Globally, In the US, In China, and In Europe

By John Goreham on January 12, 2021 - 8:44AM

We calculate Tesla’s current share of the three main global marketplaces that have adopted green vehicles. Here’s Tesla’s present-day share worldwide, in the US, in Europe, and in China.

Delivery Chart - Tesla vs. Toyota by John Goreham

Tesla’s US Deliveries Remain Nearly Flat As Toyota Hybrids Grow By 37%

By John Goreham on January 11, 2021 - 9:14AM

Since 2018, Toyota’s American-market green vehicle deliveries have outpaced Tesla’s by a remarkable amount. Here is a detailed at look at why.

Business Analysts Believe Mustang Mach-E Can Add Value To Ford Stock And Possibly Negatively Impact Tesla’s Valuation

By Jimmy Dinsmore on January 10, 2021 - 11:27AM

As production and delivery ramps up of the 2021 Mustang Mach-E, how well it sells and how well its reviewed and received will be impactful for Ford Motor Company. Tesla’s stock value is historical and unheralded while Ford’s stock is middling.

Tesla Avoids Huge Recall After NHTSA Says Sudden Acceleration Is A Human Problem

By Armen Hareyan on January 9, 2021 - 11:17PM

NIO ET7's Autonomous Driving: Real Alternative To Tesla's Autopilot

By Armen Hareyan on January 9, 2021 - 11:06PM

Today NIO unveiled it's ET7 EV sedan with a catchy design. In addition to the purely electric drive and 620 miles (1000km) of range, it is equipped for autonomous driving. The ET7 knows how to discreetly accommodate the sensors and necessary technology in the exterior.

Tesla Using Mobile Heaters In Giga Berlin To Keep Workers Warm And Accelerate Manufacturing

By Tinsae Aregay on January 9, 2021 - 2:33PM

Footage of Gigafactory Berlin flyover seems to show Tesla has installed mobile heaters. These heaters are installed in the body in two areas of the plant and might be being used to warm the area for the workers or to provide heat for equipment installation.

GM, VW, and Hyundai Are More Realistic Competitors To Tesla Than Toyota

By Armen Hareyan on January 8, 2021 - 10:45PM

Recently when I published a video report about Toyota coming with an electric vehicle offensive in 2021, a number of observers doubted Toyota's strength saying GM, VW and Hyundai are more realistic competitors to Tesla than Toyota, when it comes to producing electric cars in 2021.

Hyundai and Apple Batteries Means Affordable EVs

By Keith Griffin on January 8, 2021 - 6:58AM

If Hyundai partners with Apple, affordable electric vehicles hit the U.S. market that much faster.

Tesla Releases The Long Awaited 7 Seat and RWD Versions Of The Model Y

By Tinsae Aregay on January 8, 2021 - 6:47AM

After first being announced at the unveiling event of the Model Y back in 2019, Tesla has finally opened up orders for the 7 seat and RWD versions of the Model Y.

Walmart Gatik self-driving truck and Tesla Semi

Walmart Directly Competes With Tesla Semi in Autonomous Driving

By Armen Hareyan on January 7, 2021 - 10:28PM

Walmart is known as a global retail group and controls a large part of the US market. But what many may not know: the retail giant is also active in the field of autonomous driving together with a startup Gatik, directly competing with Tesla.

MIC Model Y Demand Seems Skyrocketing

By Armen Hareyan on January 7, 2021 - 1:41PM

Tesla To Build a Battery Factory at Giga Texas

By Armen Hareyan on January 7, 2021 - 1:38PM

Tesla to build highway exit for Giga Berlin

Tesla Giga Berlin Is Allowed To Build a Costly Temporary Highway Exit

By Armen Hareyan on January 7, 2021 - 12:24PM

Tesla in Germany gets new permission to build a temporary highway exit for Giga Berlin's construction. However, it is going to be costly.

Tesla China VP Grace Tao on Giga Shanghai frontline technicians

Tesla Will Help Secure LT Residence Permits for Giga Shanghai Frontline Technicians

By Armen Hareyan on January 6, 2021 - 2:59PM

This is already second time in the past seven days that Tesla China's VP Grace Tao responds to a recent article by Ping West and defends how Tesla is committed to its front line technicians, engineers and their college education.

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