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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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SolidEnergy super battery for electric cars

Story of a Tesla Fanboy's Fascination With The SolidEnergy Battery

By Allan Honeyman on September 9, 2016 - 12:13PM

Super batteries for electric cars are announced and crash and burn within weeks of the announcement. Many of them are "laboratory batteries' with short lives, high costs, and impossible to scale up for commercial manufacture. But consider this announcement. In spite of myself, I’m a little excited about it.

Does Tesla's Model X Production Point to Failure For Model 3?

How Will Tesla Build 400K Model 3s If It Can't Build 1K Model Xs per month?

By John Goreham on September 1, 2016 - 12:56PM

With less than 1,000 Model X units sold per month in its first year, Tesla fails an important test for Model 3.

Tesla Adopts a Typical Auto Dealership Gimmick In New Lease Promotion

By John Goreham on August 22, 2016 - 1:57PM

Tesla opts to promote its current vehicles with the low-ball lease offers many car dealerships do.

Ford Mustang Stomps Tesla Model S at Roadkill Nights

By Patrick Rall on August 22, 2016 - 12:44PM

While racing at the 2016 Roadkill Nights by Dodge event in Pontiac, Michigan, a Tesla Model S went head to head on a slippery surface with a Ford Mustang GT, and the highly touted electric super sedan took a serious beating at the hands of the American muscle car.

Would you rent a Tesla Model X for $10 a day?

By John Goreham on August 8, 2016 - 12:24PM

You may soon have that option if a new green car rental company has its way.

Why Tesla Model 3 Needs a Black Box

By Armen Hareyan on July 16, 2016 - 12:03PM

If Tesla Model 3 going to be more autonomous and the trend is to make the Autopilot fully autonomous then the Model 3, Model S and Model X need a Black Box, just like airplanes.

The Biggest 3 Causes of Tesla Model S and Nissan LEAF Battery Capacity Loss

By Armen Hareyan on July 16, 2016 - 11:37AM

There are ways you can minimize the battery degradation and range loss on your Tesla Model S, Nissan LEAF or other electric vehicles, but for that you need to know the biggest causes of battery capacity loss.

How To Afford Your Tesla Model 3 and Pay For It

By Armen Hareyan on July 15, 2016 - 1:41PM

The excitement is abating and Tesla Model 3 owners raise concerns and worries about how to pay for their new Model 3. New cars are expensive and involve big monthly payments if you don't have enough cache available.

Simple Reason Why All-Alectric BMW 3 Series Will Be a Hard Sell Against Tesla Model 3

By Armen Hareyan on July 14, 2016 - 10:21AM

Tesla Model 3 so far had the Chevy Bolt as its real competitor, but now we have the all-electric BMW 3 Series coming up and code-named G20 and here is why it will be very hard to sell, especially against Tesla Model 3.

When Is the Tesla Model 3's Second Unveil: Few Ideas

By Armen Hareyan on July 13, 2016 - 11:57AM

Nearly half a million people who have pre-ordered Tesla Model 3 are waiting for the second unveiling of the vehicle, but no one knows when that will be. Here are few ideas and you are welcome to write your own date of anticipation.

Tesla, Allow Model 3 Customers To Move Delivery Date

By Armen Hareyan on July 12, 2016 - 4:13PM

Most people who have put pre-orders for their Tesla Model 3 anxiously wait for the vehicle's delivery, but there are some who will need to have some flexibility on when their Model 3 is delivered. Here is why.

Apparently some businesses near a supercharger or destination charger offer "Tesla discounts"

By Armen Hareyan on July 12, 2016 - 11:15AM

"Our hotel had a "Tesla rate." A restaurant and a spa gave us 10% off today. Each time, we simply thanked them for having a Tesla charger and then they told us about the discount," writes Jason in Tesla Model S owners group on Facebook.

Elon Musk on Twitter Confirms Bigger Trunk Lid for Tesla Model 3

By Armen Hareyan on July 11, 2016 - 9:13AM

It looks like Tesla Model 3 will have a bigger trunk lid, at list this is what Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirmed on his twitter.

It's Time for Tesla To Change The Name of AutoPilot and Here is One Good Name

By Armen Hareyan on July 8, 2016 - 1:23PM

There is a difference between Tesla Model S Autopilot system and passenger jet Autopilot systems, and because of this big difference Tesla should consider changing the name of the Autopilot to something more telling and something more precies.

Tesla Model S Long Trip Planner When You Take a 1000 Mile Road Trip

By Armen Hareyan on July 8, 2016 - 10:10AM

This long trip planner will help Tesla Model S owners to plan their road trip when taking a 1000 or longer mile trip with their Model S. Here are things you should watch out for, shared by Tesla Model S owners.

Tesla Please Have This Little Thing in Model 3 Cup Holders Just Like Ford Fusion

By Armen Hareyan on July 6, 2016 - 11:19AM

People's habits change and they start using their own cups vs disposable cubs. Here is what Tesla can do with Model 3 in this regard, something that Ford Fusion did.

Moldy Odor in Tesla Model S, Here Is The Removal

By Armen Hareyan on July 4, 2016 - 8:22PM

Some Tesla Model S owners say that they notice a moldy odor when they get into their Model S and turn on the air conditioner. Below are few suggestions on removing mold odor from your car and what causes it.

One of These Things Can Be The Big Surprise at Part II of The Tesla Model 3 Reveal

By Armen Hareyan on July 4, 2016 - 2:28PM

What was Tesla CEO Elon Musk hinting when he said "wait until you see the real steering controls and system for the 3," referring to the upcoming part two reveal of Tesla Model 3? Here are few things we can expect from the 2nd reveal of Model 3.

What Will Be The Effect of Tesla Model 3 on Model S Resale

By Armen Hareyan on July 4, 2016 - 1:12PM

Tesla Model S targets and appeals to a different type of demographic than Model 3, but what will happen to Model S resale value when Model 3 comes?

Airline Pilot, a Tesla Model 3 Fan, Says It's Laughable To Put Autopilots in Cars With Untrained Masses

By Armen Hareyan on July 2, 2016 - 10:22AM

As an Airline Pilot, I find it both laughable and horrific that they are putting "auto" pilots in cars that the untrained and undisciplined masses can buy. And I'm a huge Tesla Fan with orders for two Model 3s.

Several Things That Can Go Wrong with Tesla Model S Autopilot

By Armen Hareyan on July 1, 2016 - 12:45PM

The Autopilot system of Tesla Model S is a technology and regardless of its sophistication level watchfulness is always needed because several things may always go wrong with any technology.

Tesla Model S Lease vs Loan - Buying vs Leasing

By Armen Hareyan on July 1, 2016 - 11:13AM

Some potential Tesla Model S buyers not seeing a big difference between leasing vs loaning to buy one, get confused as to which option to take. Let's take a look at pros and cons of leasing vs buying a Model S.

Interior Dimensions and Cargo Space of Tesla Model 3: What We Can Infer

By Armen Hareyan on June 29, 2016 - 11:40AM

Although nearly 400,000 people have pre-ordered Tesla Model 3, some people may be leery of purchasing a car they haven't driven or seen fully. I mean the interior and the cargo space of Tesla Model 3. We haven't seen Model 3's interior either, but there are certain things we can infer from what we know.

2017 Chevy Volt vs Tesla Model 3: Why Would Anyone Buy 2017 Volt

By Armen Hareyan on June 29, 2016 - 10:23AM

Not much has changed in the 2017 Chevy Volt model from the 2016 version, but it has advantages vs the upcoming Tesla Model 3.

Rebates Are Unlikely Be There By The Time of Tesla Model 3 Arrival

By Armen Hareyan on June 28, 2016 - 11:34AM

Tesla sales person tells a Model S test-driver that California ran out of money for the rebate already and adds that possibly no Fed incentives will be available next year when Model 3 arrives.

Why I Won't Buy My Reserved Tesla Model 3

By Armen Hareyan on June 27, 2016 - 8:10PM

Tesla Model 3 reservation holder who had put a pre-order for Model 3 now writes that he won't buy his reservation and explains why.

Glass Roof in Tesla Model 3, Standard Feature or One of Options

By Armen Hareyan on June 25, 2016 - 9:36AM

Many Tesla Model 3 owners are very much interested in Model 3 roof options and would like to know if the Model 3 will come in a glass room and if it will be a standard feature. We can't answer this question, but here is what we know about it.

Confirm Your Tesla Model S Order Before the Price Rise

By Armen Hareyan on June 24, 2016 - 11:03AM

The price of Tesla Model S will fluctuate after the United Kingdom votes to leave EU and I don't even know what will happen to the price of Tesla Model 3 and its reservations.

The Pros and Cons of Free Superchargers for Tesla Model S and Model 3 Owners

By Armen Hareyan on June 24, 2016 - 9:57AM

When Tesla announced that Superchargers won't be free for Model 3 owners Elon Musk said Tesla Superchargers will still be 'very cheap' for Model 3 owners. Is being free a good thing and what are the pros and cons of having free superchargers for Model 3 or even Model S owners?

How Can Tesla Model 3 Owners Benefit from SolarCity by Going to Home Depot

By Armen Hareyan on June 23, 2016 - 12:27PM

Tesla Model 3 reservation holders don't have free access to superchargers, but the can benefit from Tesla's (NASDAQ: TSLA) SolarCity acquisition (NASDAQ: SCTY). Here is how it may work well for them.

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