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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 Model 3 Sales One-tenth of What Was Promised

By John Goreham on October 2, 2017 - 10:30PM

Stop us if you've heard this one before, Tesla just missed its delivery promise.

The Tesla Model S GPS Problem, and How to Fix It

By Alex Reichenbach on October 2, 2017 - 11:45AM

Tesla Model S owners have reported a strange issue recently, the onboard GPS is getting stuck in a single position. Moving, not moving, charging not charging, the car on the GPS display never changes positions, even when the car is miles away, assumable stuck where the problem first occurred. If the owner tries to map a route somewhere the GPS begins it at the perceived point of the car and will not find the car at its actual location to properly map the route.

What Happens To Tesla, Nissan Leaf and ICE Cars if California Bans ICE Vehicles

By Armen Hareyan on September 28, 2017 - 10:23AM

California is considering a ban on gas cars. If this becomes reality it will be both threat and opportunity for Tesla vehicles, Nissan Leaf, other EVs as well as ICE cars.

Cross European Tesla Model X Adventure From Norway To Greece

By Alex Reichenbach on September 27, 2017 - 10:32PM

Tesla haters and electric skeptics all like to sight the same arguments when talking about why not to buy an electric vehicle. One of the big ones is “well what happens when you run out of power?” The answer is nothing really. You don’t unless you are extremely careless or unlucky. And If that’s the case well, yeah, you’re in a bit of a situation.

Here Are Some 9 New Color Requests for Tesla Model 3

By Armen Hareyan on September 27, 2017 - 12:18PM

New colors of Tesla Model 3 have emerged online, but those are only color requests by Model 3 fans.

Tesla Model S and Model 3 Paint defects from factory

Video Shows Model 3, Model S Paint Defects From Factory, But Is This Really and Issue?

By Armen Hareyan on September 26, 2017 - 7:42PM

When you a brand new Tesla Model S or a Model 3 you don't expect a paint defect from factory. But apparently many new cars have them and only obsessively careful people can notice them.

I Am Not a Green Person, But I Bought a Tesla Model S

By Christopher Russo on September 22, 2017 - 3:11PM

I think Tesla fans can be equated at times like that of sharks in a feeding frenzy. They attack with an amount of voracity that can at times be overwhelming. They can swarm with the aggressiveness of hornets. They are quite proud of Model S, X and Model 3 and my experience in this one instance is that it can do no wrong. Sorry to burst a bubble but that is incorrect.

Model S Owners Too See Useful Benefits from Recent Tesla Software Update

By Alex Reichenbach on September 22, 2017 - 10:10AM

Tesla released one of their most useful software updates recently, it’s unclear how soon every Tesla currently on the road will get the update but it has a promising feature many Model S owners will be thankful to have.

Model S Owners Are Unhappy With a New Adapter Allowing Other EVs To Charge at Tesla Chargers

By Armen Hareyan on September 21, 2017 - 9:13PM

Recently there were lots of mentions in the media that Tesla Destination Chargers are becoming crowded and as if this was not enough, now a new J1772 adapter allows other electric cars to charge at Tesla’s Destination Chargers. Not every Tesla Model S owner is happy with that, we all need to adjust and make space.

How Long Can PHEVs Hold in Light of Nissan Leaf and Tesla Model 3

By Armen Hareyan on September 21, 2017 - 11:01AM

Plug-in Hybrid vehicles (PHEV) can hold little longer, but not much longer in light of Tesla Model 3 and Nissan Leaf advance.

Tesla Model S Wave, A Trick Out of The Jeep Playbook

By Alex Reichenbach on September 21, 2017 - 7:25AM

If you have ever owned a Jeep you are probably aware of the phenomenon known as the Jeep Wave. Well, you will undoubtedly be delighted to know that such an action is not strictly limited to Jeeps. Tesla Model S owners seem to have gotten in on the fun as well.

Tesla Wall Connector Install Price Was Too High, So I Did It Myself

By Armen Hareyan on September 18, 2017 - 11:27AM

Some cities have strict electric ordinances making it more expensive for Tesla Model S owners to have a Wall Connector installed at an affordable prices. Yes, if you can pay the price of Model S you should be able to afford the cost of Wall Connector installation. But one man did it himself and here is how he did it.

This Button In Model 3 Looks Like Either Emergency E-Stop of Self-Destruction

By Armen Hareyan on September 18, 2017 - 10:56AM

Tesla Model 3 is found in San Luis Obispo carrying a big red self destruct button, but some people comment that it may be an emergency e-stop. What do you think?

From Jeep Wrangler To Tesla Model S, Going From One Extreme To The Other

By Christopher Russo on September 15, 2017 - 11:13PM

Going from a Jeep Wrangler to a Tesla Model S is not an easy change because you go from one extreme to another, but here is how it happened in my case.

Police Officer Gives 6 Reasons Why Tesla Model S Isn't a Good Patrol Car

By Armen Hareyan on September 15, 2017 - 10:51AM

As Denver joins Los Angeles employing Tesla cars one man claiming to be a police officer explains why Tesla Model S is not yet fully suited to be a police patrol car, giving six valid reasons.

Tesla Model 3 With Silver Aero Wheels With Both Styles on All Colors

By Armen Hareyan on September 14, 2017 - 3:03PM

Amazing Photoshop, posted on Imgur, shows Tesla Model 3 with silver aero wheels with both styles on all colors. You can see them here in two images.

Removing and Attaching The Aero Wheel Covers on Tesla Model 3

By Armen Hareyan on September 14, 2017 - 1:38PM

Tesla Model 3 owner posts a video showing how easy it it to remove and attach the aero wheel covers on Model 3. When he opens the aero cover I see a nice surprise from Tesla.

Tesla Model S Wheelspin Is Limited Compared To Performance Cars

By Jeff Schneider on September 14, 2017 - 10:04AM

The shaft of the Tesla Model S electric motor inserts into an open differential gear box that then drives the two wheels. This gearing allows the outside drive wheel to rotate faster than the inner drive wheel during turns. Without this gearing either the inside wheel will rotate too fast or the outside wheel will drag.

Video Captures Tesla Roadster Hitting BMW in San Francisco

By Armen Hareyan on September 13, 2017 - 10:44AM

Motorcycle driver's GoPro records a Tesla Roadster hitting a BMW in downtown San Francisco in an apparent attempt to avoid pedestrians.

Volt to become CUV to avoid obsolescence

By Jeff Schneider on September 12, 2017 - 2:25PM

With several reports & rumors circulating around the EV world that GM is planning on killing off the Volt by 2020, there is some speculation that they will turn it into a small crossover instead.

NTSB finds Tesla Autopilot contributed to deadly crash.

NTSB Panel Findings Include Tesla Autopilot Lack of Safeguards In Deadly Crash

By John Goreham on September 12, 2017 - 2:24PM

A safety review panel at the National Transportation Safety Board found that Tesla's Autopilot had a lack of safeguards contributing to a death while a Model S was on Autopilot.

Tesla Model S Owner Demonstrates How Autopilot Works at Daytime and Night Time

By Armen Hareyan on September 12, 2017 - 9:24AM

In this video demonstration you can see how Tesla Model S P100D autopilot fails after the recent firmware update and needs to be overridden a number of times.

Here Is Tesla's Updated Supercharger Network Map and the New Urban Supercharger

By Armen Hareyan on September 11, 2017 - 8:42PM

Tesla updates Supercharger network with new upcoming stations enabling new routes and city charging. Also look at its new urban superchargers in the video in this story.

What happens when you fall asleep with your Tesla Model S on Autopilot

By Armen Hareyan on September 9, 2017 - 3:58PM

Many car enthusiasts know that Tesla is a leader in Autopilot technology, but do you know for example what will happen when you fall asleep with your Tesla Model S on Autopilot?

Tesla Already Delivers Model S with New Rear Seat

By Armen Hareyan on September 8, 2017 - 8:31PM

Here is Tesla's new rear seats for Model S. One of the owners who just bought his Model S, reported having the new back seat in the interior. Note the difference in the middle.

Plug-in EV sales for Aug: Bolt EV leads and who sold how many

By Jeff Schneider on September 8, 2017 - 7:41PM

The Chevrolet Bolt EV continued a steady sales rise last month as it solidified its position among the top three plug-in electric cars for which monthly U.S. sales are reported.

Plug-in vehicles and tax planning. It's that time again

By Buzz Smith on September 7, 2017 - 7:21PM

In my day job as a vehicle salesperson, specializing in plug-in vehicles, I am constantly amazed to see how little understanding there is about the federal government’s Income Tax Credit for EVs and plug-in hybrids. I’ve even had tax professionals give incorrect guidance to their clients, so here’s a bit of info...

People Who Have Sat in Tesla Model 3 and Model S Compare Them

By Armen Hareyan on September 7, 2017 - 5:42PM

We have read and seen many comparisons of Tesla Model S vs Tesla Model 3, but what about from the people who have actually sat at the driver's seat of both cars and compare them.

I turned in my Model 3 reservation today for a Tesla Model S 75D, PUP and Autopilot order

By Armen Hareyan on September 7, 2017 - 8:21AM

There is so much excitement around the Tesla Model 3 and anticipation for it that we forget that there is another trend too. I have already heard number of stories that people turned in their Model 3 reservation for Tesla Model S. One of them is this story.

How the Tesla Model S Narrowly Missed A Poor Crash Test Rating

By John Goreham on September 6, 2017 - 3:24PM

When IIHS tested the Tesla Model S the second time, something unexpected happened. Here’s the behind the scenes story.

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