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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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Why I am proud to be a Tesla Owner

By Jason Cobb on May 20, 2016 - 9:38AM

Tesla announces "we will never be a company that by our action does, or by our inaction allows, the wrong thing to happen just to save money."

Tesla Raising $1.7 billion will it be enough?

By Jason Cobb on May 19, 2016 - 9:33AM

Another piece of the Tesla model 3 puzzle is fitting into place. Tesla filed a Prospectus to offer 9,577,901 shares of common stock that should bring in on the top end $1.7 billion to fund the Model 3 rollout.

Tesla prevents accidents with new Auto Summon upate

By Jason Cobb on May 18, 2016 - 9:50AM

Tesla releases a new software version for drivers to confirm the direction of the Auto Summon feature in an effort to prevent accidents.

Start dreaming of your Model 3 with this fan designed on-line design studio

By Jason Cobb on May 17, 2016 - 8:59AM

A Tesla Fan from the Tesla Motor Forum named Bayol has used his skills once again to create a Model 3 design studio to show the various features on the upcoming Tesla model 3.

To All Model 3 Reservation Holders: How Do You Feel About New Tesla VP Addition?

By Jason Cobb on May 16, 2016 - 9:05AM

Peter Hochholdinger with 22 years experience at Audi hired to deliver Tesla's promise of 500,000 vehicles by 2018.

You Park Your Tesla Model S, Return And It's Underneath a Tractor: Is Tesla Responsible?

By Jason Cobb on May 13, 2016 - 9:26AM

A Tesla owner Jared Overton of Utah parked his Tesla Model S on the side of the road only to return to the car several minutes later to find it sitting underneath a tractor trailer.

Seeing the the new Tesla Model S first hand.

By Jason Cobb on May 10, 2016 - 12:27PM

Newly redesigned Tesla Model S available in many stores. Now is your chance?

How oil companies are competing with Tesla

By Jason Cobb on May 9, 2016 - 2:28PM

Global oil producer Total is hedging its bets in a $1.1 billion dollar deal to buy Saft, a French maker of nickel and Lithium batteries.

Your Model 3 order could be illegal in your state

By Jason Cobb on May 9, 2016 - 10:48AM

It is still illegal for Tesla to sell its cars in several states due to strong opposition from car dealership lobbying efforts.

Tesla offering new 70kWh owners the ability to upgrade their battery via software

By Jason Cobb on May 6, 2016 - 11:32AM

For an extra $3000 Tesla Model S owners who purchase a 70kWh model can upgrade their battery to the new 75kWh via a software upgrade.

Tesla Needs 3 Pieces Before 500K Model 3s Roll Off The Production Line

By Jason Cobb on May 5, 2016 - 9:51AM

Tesla confirms they are on track to deliver the Model 3 in late 2017 and increase their production capacity to 500,000 vehicles by 2018.

Tesla bumping up its smallest battery to 75kWh, but stops short of providing one factor

By Jason Cobb on May 4, 2016 - 1:35PM

A Tesla spokesperson confirmed that a 75kWh battery will be available for the Tesla Model S in the future, however stopping short of providing a timeline for the release.

Tesla Proves BioWeapon Defense Mode is true to its word

By Jason Cobb on May 4, 2016 - 11:42AM

When the Model X was introduced in September of last year Tesla CEO Elon Musk got on stage and spent an abundance of time discussing a concept no one predicted would be a feature on the upcoming all electric SUV; BioWepon Defense Mode.

Will German Money Help Jump-Start EV Sales?

Will German Money Help Jump-Start Tesla, VW, BMW EV Sales?

By John Goreham on April 29, 2016 - 12:15PM

Germany’s electric vehicle population is far below that of the U.S. Will pouring money on the problem help solve it?

3 Big Changes Tesla Just Made to the 2016 Model S

By John Goreham on April 28, 2016 - 4:58PM

The Model S continues to evolve. Here’s what’s new for this model year.

Electric cars have the worst resale value of any type of vehicle, with one notable exception.

Report: Tesla Model S only EV without a terrible resale value

By John Goreham on April 27, 2016 - 9:55AM

Electric cars have the worst resale value of any type of vehicle, with one notable exception.

2015 Tesla Model S 70D was named Green Car of the Year

2015 Tesla Model S 70D is AAA Green Car of the Year

By John Goreham on April 19, 2016 - 9:15AM

2016 Tesla Model S 70D takes three top green car prizes from AAA.

2018 Tesla Model 3 Will Have to Succeed Without Federal Tax Rebate

By John Goreham on April 4, 2016 - 9:08AM

The Tesla Model 3 most buyers take home won’t come with the $7,500 tax rebate. Here’s why.

2017 Chevy Bolt vs. Tesla Model 3 Detailed Comparison

By John Goreham on April 4, 2016 - 8:48AM

Facts, figures, and the promises of the two most exciting battery electric vehicles on the horizon: 2017 Chevy Bolt vs. Tesla Model 3.

Tesla Model 3 Will Kill EV sales for two years.

Why Tesla Model 3 Will Devastate EV Sales Through 2018

By John Goreham on April 1, 2016 - 10:52AM

EV sales are about to dive. Who would buy another EV with the Tesla Model 3 around the corner?

Watch the Tesla Model 3 Reveal - What to Expect

By John Goreham on March 31, 2016 - 10:07AM

Tonight At 11:30 Eastern Time Tesla Shows Us An Affordable, Long Range EV. Our predictions.

Forget Buying a Tesla Model 3 in 2017 Unless You Fit This Narrow Profile

By John Goreham on March 24, 2016 - 11:43AM

Even before the new Model 3 has been revealed Tesla is starting to hint that you won’t be able to get one this year or next year.

When will battery electric vehicles sell at one percent rate of vehicles?

Battery Electric Vehicles Make Up 0.3% of Current U.S. Auto Sales

By John Goreham on March 2, 2016 - 3:48PM

Battery electric vehicles are running at less than a third of one percent of U.S. auto sales year to date.

workers leave Tesla gigafactory jobsite in protest

Why did the workers at the Tesla gigafactory just walk off the job?

By John Goreham on March 1, 2016 - 10:00AM

Construction workers at Tesla new manufacturing plant claim the company is using out of state workers in violation of an agreement.

Motorweek's 2016 Tesla Model S P90D Test Says 0-60 MPH Takes 4 Seconds

By John Goreham on January 25, 2016 - 10:54AM

Motorweek’s entirely positive test cannot match other reports’ ludicrous launch times.

Following GM's Bolt Reveal Tesla says "Model 3 On Track"

Following Chevy's Bolt Reveal Tesla says "Model 3 On Track"

By John Goreham on January 7, 2016 - 6:17PM

Tesla wants you to remember this was their idea.

Tesla Only Delivers 208 Model X Vehicles In Q4

By John Goreham on January 4, 2016 - 9:35AM

The automaker’s soft launch is nothing new.

3 Things We Will See Happen, If People Show Demand For Electric Cars

By Armen Hareyan on December 17, 2015 - 8:30AM

EPA estimate shows the cost of electric cars exceeds the social cost of carbon. If we want to reduce emissions by 80 percent by 2050 governments need to almost completely remove carbon from transportation, this means from electric cars like Nissan LEAF, Tesla Model S, Chevy Volt, BMW i3 or Prius Plug In. How do we reconcile this?

The Reason Why Tesla May Curtail Model S Autopilot Capabilities in The Upcoming Update

By Armen Hareyan on December 15, 2015 - 2:48PM

A bit of bad news for Tesla Model S owners with autopilot. Looks like Tesla is planning to severely curtail the capabilities of autopilot in the next software upgrade (7.1). Reason is given as 'crazy behavior' of some of the Model S owners abusing the version 7.0 of the autopilot which was released in October, writes one EV owner at Electric Vehicle Assn. of Alberta (EVAA).

In the market for a used, early model Tesla? You might want to read this before you buy

By Armen Hareyan on December 11, 2015 - 7:17AM

Owner data, compiled by Plug In America, suggests that 2/3 of earliest Tesla Model S drivetrains need replacement at 60,000 miles. Now you know why Consumer Reports ejected this car from its coveted "recommended buy" list in October of 2015. However, can Tesla Motors correct the Model S drivetrain reliability issue with a design change?

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