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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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When all the bugs are worked out of the Model 3 I am sure CR will change its feelings

By John Falk on May 23, 2018 - 11:47PM

Consumer Reports has finally tested the Tesla Model 3. According to engineers at the magazine the Model 3 suffers on a number of fronts. Much of the report revisits the usual problems with Tesla cars. They again bring up construction quality issues with the car. The usual squeaks and rattles with the dash and gaps in the body panels. The main issue with the car that garnered a "not recommended", rating was it's braking performance.

Fact checking Tesla Model 3 brake problem response.

Fact Checking Tesla's Model 3 Brake Problem Response - Does It Pass the Sniff Test?

By John Goreham on May 22, 2018 - 12:59PM

Following the revelation that another test confirms Model 3 brake problems, Tesla promises a fix and offers an excuse. Are any of Tesla's comments on this issue fact-based and believable?

Model 3 fails to earn Consumer Reports recommendation.

Problematic Brakes and Other Issues Prevent Consumer Reports From Recommending Tesla Model 3

By John Goreham on May 21, 2018 - 4:16PM

Consumer Reports found that the Model 3 they paid $59,000 for has problematic brakes, controls issues, ride issues, and other problems that preclude the model from earning the group's “Recommended” stamp of approval.

Tesla is on HBO's Silicon Valley, but It Comes With Much Criticism

By John Falk on May 21, 2018 - 11:18AM

Tesla automobiles have been showing up on a number of TV series. With this exposure comes much criticism of product placement. The fact is HBO's Silicon Valley mined some great humor from a story line involving a Tesla

Tesla Informally Announces New $84K Model 3 Performance Trim - Still No Base Trims Being Delivered

By John Goreham on May 21, 2018 - 11:10AM

Tesla still isn't delivering the imaginary base Model 3 car, but will now take orders for a $78K performance variant.

Tesla Model X Towing a Qantas Boeing Dreamliner

Watch Qantas Using a Tesla 2nd Time in a Marketing Move as Model X Tows a Dreamliner

By Armen Hareyan on May 19, 2018 - 10:53AM

The Tesla Model X has a reported towing capacity of 5,000 pounds, but Australian Qantas Airlines shows that this electric SUV can tow more than any other electric car currently on the market. Watch this video, which shows how Model X tows a Boeing Dreamliner and beats a Guinness Record.

IIHS can't complete the safety testing of the Tesla Model 3.

IIHS Can't Complete Tesla Model 3 Crash & Safety Testing - Here's Why

By John Goreham on May 15, 2018 - 8:12PM

The Insurance Institute For Highway Safety has released a small part of the Tesla Model 3 safety test results. The reason the Institute can't complete the testing is unique.

Tesla Model 3 fails to earn highest IIHS safety ranking.

After Just Two Initial Tests, Tesla Model 3 Already Excluded From Top IIHS Safety Rating

By John Goreham on May 15, 2018 - 11:57AM

The Tesla Model 3 is presently undergoing testing by the Insurance Institute For Highway Safety. With just two tests performed, the Tesla Model 3 is already excluded from the top ranking.

Tesla reorganizing following huge losses.

Tesla's Reorganization - Cash Flow Improvement Plan or Shuffling Deck Chairs on the Titanic

By John Goreham on May 14, 2018 - 3:54PM

Tesla has 99 problems, but sales ain't one.

Update: Second Tesla Model S Slams Into the Back Of Firetruck - Occupant Says Car Was In Autopilot Mode

By John Goreham on May 14, 2018 - 2:57PM

If you think you've heard this before, its because it has now happened twice. Another Tesla Model S has slammed into the back of a firetruck.

Elon Musk's Twitter feed shows his true priorities.

If You Think Elon Musk Is Focused On Tesla Model 3 Production A Peek At His Twitter Feed Will Bring You Back To Earth

By John Goreham on May 14, 2018 - 1:02PM

Elon Musk recently told investors and fans he was taking over control of Model 3 production. Based on his Twitter feed, it sure looks like he has other interests.

Tesla's current delviery rate shows an 8-year wait for cars.

Easy Math - If Tesla Has 400K Model 3 Reservations, It will Take 8 Years To Fill Them At Current Delivery Rate

By John Goreham on May 11, 2018 - 1:54PM

Wo do some simple math and come to the conclusion that at its delivery rate, Tesla won't catch up to its Model 3 reservations until 2026.

Tesla Model 3 costs twice what a Chevy Volt or Prius Prime does.

Real World Pricing Comparison - Chevy Volt & Prius Prime Cost Half What the Tesla Model 3 Does

By John Goreham on May 11, 2018 - 12:01PM

We compare real-world prices of the 2018 Chevy Volt and Prius Prime to the Tesla Model 3.

Electrics, once nearly kings, starting way back up

By Marc Stern on May 9, 2018 - 11:49PM

Once nearly the kings of the market, electric vehicles lost ground to internal combustion engined cars due to changes in technology that increased the range of the internal combustion vehicles.

Over 1 Million Tesla Model 3 Leases?

By Jerry Fielding on May 4, 2018 - 3:10PM

It’s pretty hard to go one day without there being several articles about Elon Musk and the future of Tesla. The next Apple or the the next Nokia. Batteries, solar shingles, flamethrowers, but have we overlooked the elephant in the room? What is the future demand for leasing the Model 3?

Tesla Model S on autopilot 1200x900 size

What would happen if Tesla goes broke under a massive burden of debt and unfulfilled promises

By Armen Hareyan on May 3, 2018 - 7:58AM

Most people can't imagine today's car industry without Tesla, but really, what will happen if the iconic EV maker of Model 3, Model S and Model X goes broke because of at least delayed promises and massive debt? Robert Malcolm Kay provides this commentary about the subject in Electric Cars forum.

Tesla Model 3 Deliveries Level Out - Production Woes Continue

By John Goreham on May 1, 2018 - 4:04PM

Another flat month of Tesla Model 3 deliveries is a bad sign.

Tesla driver loses license over dumb stunt.

Police Video: Driver Loses License Over Dangerous Tesla Autopilot Move

By John Goreham on April 30, 2018 - 9:31AM

A Tesla owner operating his Model S near London loses his license for this dumb stunt. Watch the video.

By John Falk on April 27, 2018 - 5:50PM

Henry Ford once said about his Model T, "you can have any color as long as it's black". When I was a kid in the 60's the cars in my neighborhood were always painted cool colors. One neighbor owned a 59 Nash Rambler painted Plumb Purple. There were Orange Plymouth Road Runners. We had a Harvest Gold 67 Chevy Impala wagon. With the spring weather here I am seeing all the classic cars out riding around the neighborhood. And they are beautiful.

Tesla seemingly deceptive Model 3 pricing will continue.

Tesla's Seemingly Deceptive Pricing For Model 3 Will Continue Into Second Year of Sales

By John Goreham on April 26, 2018 - 2:02PM

Tesla publicizes a low entry price for its Model 3, but has never sold a vehicle at even close to that price. With no push-back from the media or regulators, the flim-flam has now been extended.

Tesla Autopilot is the Perfect Precursor to Self-Driving

By Nick Puschak on April 24, 2018 - 12:04PM

Tesla's Autopilot 2.5 is advancing so well that I predict there will be a gradual transition into self-driving.

Why all the hate against Tesla?

By John Falk on April 23, 2018 - 9:57PM

Lately I have been seeing in blogs and Facebook pages words of disdain directed at Elon Musk and Tesla cars. Those of us who own electric cars and plug-in hybrids have our loyalties. I love my Volt and I do find myself being critical of other brands. I don't want to be a Volt snob.

Demand for the Tesla Model 3: Any reason to worry?

By John Falk on April 21, 2018 - 10:00PM

Elon Musk began building his first car, the Tesla Roadster way back in 2008. Now here we are 10 years later with 3 model cars currently for sale: the Model 3, Model X and the Model S. Coming soon an electric truck and new roadster. Companies such as Pepsi, Walmart and Anheuser-Busch have reserved Tesla Semis. Demand for Tesla products seems to be no problem. As we can see many are lining up to purchase the vehicles in the pipeline and currently for sale. What about the Model 3?

The Tesla Revolution - Man versus Machine

By Edward Brinson on April 19, 2018 - 3:11PM

"I Tesla" - The automaker’s visionary push to control the future of the autonomous automotive industry - from cars like the Model 3 to Commercial Trucking and beyond as well as various robotic industry applications.

2020 Tesla Roadster Spied on Race Track With Whopping Acceleration

By Armen Hareyan on April 18, 2018 - 6:13PM

New video emerges showing the 2020 Tesla Roadster in Fremont CA doing a 0-60 mph on a Race Track with a whopping acceleration.

Man's Tesla Model S is Damaged Twice: At Delivery and at Repair Facility

By Armen Hareyan on April 17, 2018 - 5:02PM

At Tesla Model S Owners Club on Facebook one owner told his story of how two times different Tesla dealerships damaged his Model S. What would you do?

Are You Pro Autonomous Driving or Against it? Take This Survey & Make Your Voice Heard

By John Goreham on April 17, 2018 - 11:26AM

Everyone has an opinion on self-driving cars and autonomous vehicles. Here's your chance to voice your opinion in a forum that matters.

How to Make Your Cell Phone Fit in the Tesla Model 3

By Nick Puschak on April 16, 2018 - 12:11PM

Do you know why your smartphone doesn't fit in your Tesla Model 3? Here is a little video presentation on how to fit your cell phone in your Model 3.

Musk on Model 3: "I am definitely under stress... I need to discover how to do better"

By Armen Hareyan on April 13, 2018 - 2:56PM

Elon Musk is sleeping on the floor of his Tesla factory - literally. At one point Musk tried sleeping on a couch in one of the production facility conference rooms, but he told the CBS This Morning co-host Gayle King that the couch was too narrow, so he ended up sleeping on the floor.

Tesla can't play nice with others. Add NTSB to the list.

Tesla & Musk Add the NTSB To the Long List Of Groups They Can't Play Nice With

By John Goreham on April 13, 2018 - 2:33PM

Tesla and Elon Musk can't play nice with others. We run down the list and add the NTSB to the running tally.

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