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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 China Denies New Vehicle In Development Is $25,000 Model 2, Here Is The Other Possibility

By Tinsae Aregay on February 16, 2021 - 11:50AM

Tesla China in a response to a Shanghai-based news site has said, the rumors claiming the new vehicle under development is the $25,000 Model 2 are false. Based on all the information we know so far there is one other possibility.

GM’s New SUV Has Better Range And Is $9,000 Cheaper Than The Tesla Model Y

By Tinsae Aregay on February 16, 2021 - 2:09AM

GM has unveiled their new Chevy Bolt EUV. The SUV has a better EPA estimated range and comes in $9000 cheaper than the Model Y.

Tesla Adding 4680 Batteries To Its Model Y EV Crossover

By Dean McManis on February 15, 2021 - 10:18PM

Tesla's Battery Day revealed their new 4680 batteries. But when will they be used in production Teslas? And how do we know that they are not already being used in Tesla's EVs today?

Elon Musk: The Man, The Myth, The Legend

By Peter Neilson on February 14, 2021 - 5:33PM

The success of Telsa Motors happened 15 years ago. It was not because Tesla Motors is an electric car. Sure, that is cool but it is deeper than that. Take a look at why Tesla will succeed moving forward.

Tela Chooses Karnataka India For The Company’s 6th Gigafactory

By Tinsae Aregay on February 14, 2021 - 1:41AM

According to Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa Tesla has chosen Karnataka state in India for the company's next gigafactory location.

2021 Toyota Mirai 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime Supersonic Red

Look out Tesla: Toyota’s Shocking Announcement Shows they are All-In on Electrified Vehicles

By Jeff Teague on February 12, 2021 - 10:01AM

Toyota announces new U.S. market battery electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles for 2021. What this means for Toyota and for Tesla now.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Indonesian capital Jakarta

Rumor Says Tesla May Have Completed 1st Round of Indonesia Battery Talks Involving Panasonic

By Armen Hareyan on February 12, 2021 - 12:37AM

A credible rumor says Tesla has completed its first round of talks with local government officials in Indonesia to possibly build a 4680 battery cell factory in Indonesia involving Panasonic.

Tesla May Make Solar Vans, Elon Musk Says

By Armen Hareyan on February 11, 2021 - 11:49PM

Tesla's Near-Double Headcount Growth Witnesses It's Global Expansion

By Armen Hareyan on February 11, 2021 - 5:00PM

GREEN Act Gives Tesla and GM a New $7,000 Tax Credit

By Armen Hareyan on February 11, 2021 - 11:13AM

The Boring Company May Build a Sea-Level Tunnel in Miamia

By Armen Hareyan on February 10, 2021 - 11:08AM

Elon Musk In Support Of Tesla And SpaceX’s Mission Announces $100M Challenge On Twitter

By Tinsae Aregay on February 9, 2021 - 1:49PM

Elon Musk has teamed up with the XPRIZE foundation to offer a $100M dollar carbon capture breakthrough challenge. The competition should also help in greatly advancing Tesla and SpaceX's stated missions.

Watch Tesla's Two Founders Speak About Goals and Visions and Never Say "Autonomy"

By John Goreham on February 8, 2021 - 6:13PM

Tesla’s two original founders share a lot of backstory on how and why Tesla was founded and also on Elon Musk’s role. The video is fascinating. Particularly since the word “Autonomy” or the phrase “self-driving” is never the focal point.

Tesla Purchases Bitcoin - Signals Company May Accept It As Payment

By John Goreham on February 8, 2021 - 12:23PM

Tesla is moving towards bitcoin. Here's what is happening and what sources are reporting these changes.

Tesla Buys $1.5B Bitcoin, Legality Of Elon Musk Propping Up Bitcoin Value On Twitter Questioned

By Tinsae Aregay on February 8, 2021 - 11:34AM

Tesla has bought 1.5B in Bitcoin. The company to also accept bitcoin payments. While Elon Musk's recent tweets supporting cryptocurrencies questioned for their legality.

Consumer Reports' List of Most Satisfying Vehicles Shines A Light On Tesla

By John Goreham on February 8, 2021 - 9:34AM

Tesla's owner satisfaction scores reveal some interesting things about how owners view their Tesla. Here is how Tesla did on this annual survey of owners.

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

Consumer Reports: Ford's Mustang Mach-E Tops Tesla Model Y In This Key Area

By John Goreham on February 6, 2021 - 11:00AM

Consumer Reports is a big fan of Tesla products. Here’s one critical area that they find the new Mustang Mach-E is “definitely better” than the Tesla Model Y.

Tesla To Start Building New Model 2 Factory In Shanghai After Chinese Government Approval

By Tinsae Aregay on February 5, 2021 - 2:50AM

Tesla has gotten approval to expand and add a new plant to the Shanghai gigafactory. The new plant will be producing a China designed new vehicle expected to be the Model 2.

Tesla Model Y making its way through the body shop

Tesla Just Shared a Rare Video of Model Y Production

By Armen Hareyan on February 4, 2021 - 7:29PM

This evening Tesla shared a rare video footage on its Twitter page showing a Model Y making its way through the body shop.

Elon Musk Interview With Sandy Munro - New Li-ion 12v Battery In The Model S & X And More

By Tinsae Aregay on February 3, 2021 - 8:14AM

Elon Musk sat down for an interview with veteran engineer Sandy Munro. In their talk, they discussed the new 12v battery in the Model S & X, engineering changes coming to Tesla vehicles, and many more topics.

Updated Tesla Semi Seen Without Wraparound Windshield - One Cause Of Nikola Patent Lawsuit

By Tinsae Aregay on February 2, 2021 - 8:49PM

A new Tesla Semi prototype was spotted in California. The new truck has several changes to the design including the wraparound windshield which was one cause in Nikola's patent infringement case against Tesla.

New Model S & X Interior Blueprint - Elon Musk And Tesla’s Elegant First Principles Ethos

By Tinsae Aregay on February 1, 2021 - 4:19AM

For the refreshed Model S & X, Tesla has chosen to go with a yoke steering wheel and replaced the gear and turning stalk with AI. These changes have had a mixed reaction. However, they will undoubtedly be embraced since, like all Tesla vehicles, were underpinned with first principles design.

Pictures Of Elon Musk’s Boring Company Show Completed First Ever Loop Ahead Of Inauguration

By Tinsae Aregay on January 30, 2021 - 3:19AM

Pictures of The Boring Company tunnel at the Las Vegas Convention Center show, Elon Musk's tunneling start up is putting the final touches and is ready to commence service.

Tesla Releases Refreshed Model S and X With Lots of Replacements

By Tinsae Aregay on January 28, 2021 - 10:00AM

Tesla has released the refreshed Model S and X with the plaid powertrain. The new vehicles come with several changes to the powertrain, interior, and functionality, including replacing turning stalk and gear selector, rectangular steering wheel and Plaid powertrain.

Tesla Q4 Earnings: Largest Payday For Elon Musk And Launch Of Refreshed/Plaid Model S Possible

By Tinsae Aregay on January 27, 2021 - 9:03AM

Tesla's Q4 earnings report set to come out a few hours ago. Depending on the numbers Elon Musk might achieve the fifth trench of the CEO compensation package making it the largest payday in history. Refreshed/Plaid Model S might launch too.

Tesla To Get EU Subsidy For Berlin Battery Plant, But It Might Not Matter

By Tinsae Aregay on January 26, 2021 - 2:11PM

Tesla has been chosen as one of 42 companies to be granted a subsidy by the EU commission for the battery plant in Giga Berlin. However, the EV maker has already achieved many of the goals the EU is trying to hit by 2028.

Tesla's European Battery Production Will Soon Greatly Benefit from EU's $3.5B Aid

By Armen Hareyan on January 26, 2021 - 12:44PM

Tesla's Grunheide Battery Factory To Employ 1,000 People

By Armen Hareyan on January 25, 2021 - 3:06PM

Tesla is planning the world's largest factory for electric car batteries in Grünheide. It may be in Giga Berlin. Brandenburg's Public Radio RBB has now received details about the company's plans. Accordingly, Tesla is looking for some unusual job profiles for its Grünheid location and plans to employ 1,000 people.

Elon Musk Says Tesla Has Better AI Hardware & Software In Response To Waymo CEO Criticism

By Tinsae Aregay on January 25, 2021 - 2:07PM

Waymo CEO John Krafcik in an interview said Tesla isn't competition and suggested the EV maker won't achieve level 5 autonomy. Elon Musk in response said Tesla has better AI hardware and software than Waymo.

Tesla Partners With Samsung for Self-Driving 5nm Chips, Korean Report

By Armen Hareyan on January 25, 2021 - 11:06AM

A new report from Asia-E in Korea states that Tesla is partnering with Samsung on a 5-nanometer chip for self-driving, despite earlier reports that Tesla planned for its next-generation self-driving chip to use a 7-nanometer process by TSMC, a Taiwan semiconductor company.

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