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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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New Tesla 'Range Anxiety' Software Is Just Like the Nissan LEAF

By Aaron Turpen on March 20, 2015 - 6:31PM

With much hype and a lot of fanfare, Tesla's Elon Musk announced a new software update that will "eliminate range anxiety." The software basically does what most other electric vehicles already do: estimates range based on certain factors and tells the driver how much battery they have left, in terms of miles.

2016 BMW X5 xDrive40e Plug-in will rival Volvo XC90 and Tesla Model X

By John Goreham on March 19, 2015 - 3:36PM

Starting this fall three new premium crossovers with a plug hit the market. Here’s what BMW’s X5 xDrive40e has to offer green SUV buyers.

Tesla’s industry influence on display in 2016 Volvo XC90

By John Goreham on March 16, 2015 - 2:19PM

Tesla is not just influencing the drivetrain of new vehicles.

The Slow Hellcat Challenger Owner Wants a Rematch with the Tesla

By Patrick Rall on February 17, 2015 - 5:00PM

About a month back or so, a video hit YouTube showing a Tesla P85D beating the tar out of a poorly driven Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat, but a new video showing that same 707 horsepower Challenger has it running proper quarter mile times – and reportedly wanting a rematch with the 691hp Tesla.

Tesla’s New Roadster 3.0 Said to Travel 400 Miles on One Charge

By Amie Williams on December 27, 2014 - 9:07AM

It’s safe to say that Tesla is the king of high-end electric cars. A Christmas announcement came straight from the Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla Motors, and it’s a good one we might add. The company’s new Roadster 3.0 has received quite the upgrade, one that will allow it to travel 400 miles on one single charge. That will allow the car to go 40-50 percent longer than other vehicles, and being 15 percent more aerodynamic doesn’t hurt.

Watch How Tesla Model S Races with Ferrari

By Armen Hareyan on December 13, 2014 - 9:26PM

Giving thanks and a fond farewell

By Luke Ottaway on November 27, 2014 - 12:54PM

In my final column for Torque News, I go for an electric vehicle Thanksgiving theme.

Tesla drops Model S powertrain options to simplify production – no 60D for you

By Luke Ottaway on November 7, 2014 - 9:41AM

Somewhat buried in the Tesla Q3 shareholder letter was the admission that two powertrain options on Model S will no longer be offered. The significance of the move is debatable.

Tesla progress report: strong Model S demand, Model X setbacks

By Luke Ottaway on November 6, 2014 - 9:15AM

Tesla Motors had an eventful third quarter, highlighted by troubles with a factory shutdown, introduction of all-wheel-drive and autopilot features, and more Model X delays. Here is the rundown.

A clever way to make electric vehicles cheaper than gas-burners

By Luke Ottaway on October 31, 2014 - 8:14AM

The city of Indianapolis will demonstrate over the next decade or so the easiest way to make electric cars cheaper than their conventional counterparts, thanks to a clever financing program.

Consumer Reports finds something at which the Tesla Model S is only average

By Luke Ottaway on October 30, 2014 - 9:19AM

The results of the latest annual reliability survey are in at Consumer Reports, and the Tesla Model S scored a rating of “average.” However, it is no cause for undue concern.

Tesla owners exemplify best form of advertising in response to Iowa test drive ban

By Luke Ottaway on October 27, 2014 - 3:56PM

As Tesla continues to fight for the right to sell vehicles direct to consumers on a state-by-state basis, Model S owners in Minnesota got together to bring the Tesla experience to their neighbors to the south.

Tesla fans should rejoice at Michigan's ban on direct sales

By John Goreham on October 23, 2014 - 6:03PM

A hybrid system with some franchised dealers could be a big advantage for the EV maker in a few years.

What impact will Michigan’s Tesla ban have?

By Luke Ottaway on October 22, 2014 - 9:20PM

Amid all the outrage over yet another state’s auto dealers blocking Tesla’s direct sales business model, not many people are talking about the fact that Tesla was not allowed to sell direct in Michigan in the first place, and that the new legislation won’t have much effect – at least initially.

What makes Tesla’s batteries so great?

By Luke Ottaway on October 19, 2014 - 12:54PM

Even casual followers of the auto industry know that the Tesla Model S offers more than double the range of any other electric vehicle on the market. How has Tesla achieved this? The answer lies in their fundamental battery strategy.

Why Tesla’s game of legislative Whack-A-Mole is so frustrating

By Luke Ottaway on October 16, 2014 - 2:09PM

Thanks to sneaky re-wording of a bill, Michigan is the latest state to pop up as a serious threat to Tesla’s right to sell its vehicles directly within state boundaries. Here is why this whole legal battle is so frustrating for Tesla and EV supporters.

Cadillac will follow Chevrolet with 200-mile EV, could actually compete with Tesla

By Luke Ottaway on October 14, 2014 - 9:21AM

General Motors will have a respectable lineup of electric cars by the end of the decade, as the Cadillac product plan has recently been revealed to include three electrified models to join the Chevrolet EVs.

Autopilot - Tesla talks the talk while Honda walks the walk

By John Goreham on October 13, 2014 - 5:19PM

Tesla has announced it will be able to do in future months what almost all car makers can now do, and many have already done.

Sorry, Dodge - Tesla Model S P85D is quicker than the Charger SRT Hellcat

By Luke Ottaway on October 12, 2014 - 6:29PM

Though it is debatable which is the better performance car, one fact is indisputable: the new all wheel drive Tesla Model S P85D is quicker than every four-door sedan in the world, including the Torque News favorite Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat.

Sorry, Tesla, But the EPA Isn't Impressed With You

By Aaron Turpen on October 12, 2014 - 11:21AM

The EPA has issued its annual Trends report for the automotive industry, analyzing the fleet MPG and CO2 emissions for every major manufacturer in the U.S. What the EPA had to say about Tesla speaks volumes - they aren't impressed.

Elon's D Can't Hang with Dodge, Tesla P85D Slower than Hellcat Charger

By Patrick Rall on October 10, 2014 - 2:39PM

Elon Musk has introduced his new Tesla P85D with dual motors, all wheel drive and the most impressive performance specifications in the electric vehicle segment, but while the Elon’s big surprise most certainly rocks the EV world – the high powered Model S still falls short of the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat while costing almost twice as much.

Tesla Model S gets AWD for “insane” speed and a range boost – and autopilot too

By Luke Ottaway on October 10, 2014 - 1:23AM

Well, well, well. Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk had the hype machine on full power since last week’s suggestive tweet about unveiling the “D,” and certainly didn’t disappoint. Even the correct predictions underestimated the wow factor of Thursday night’s big reveal.

The EPA ignores Tesla in a new report on fuel efficiency

By John Goreham on October 9, 2014 - 5:58PM

The EPA’s newest report ranking US automakers by fuel efficiency and carbon emissions makes no mention of the US' only all-electric automaker.

Do electric cars have to match the capabilities of gasoline to reach the mass market?

By Luke Ottaway on October 8, 2014 - 10:12AM

Recent comments by Fiat-Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne inspired us to address a very important but often unasked question: must electric vehicles duplicate the characteristics of their gasoline competitors to reach the mass market?

Tesla could make a killing off its own used cars

By Luke Ottaway on October 7, 2014 - 1:06PM

Like other luxury automakers, Tesla Motors now has revealed plans for a certified pre-owned program that would allow it to make money off its vehicles more than once, and with much higher margins the second and third time around.

Tesla Model S gets lane departure warning, plus a curious feature

By Luke Ottaway on October 6, 2014 - 11:32AM

Tesla has finally implemented one long-overdue active safety feature in the Model S, known as lane departure warning. But the other feature arriving simultaneously is a bit of an eyebrow-raiser.

Musk ready to “unveil the D” and another surprise next week – what will it be?

By Luke Ottaway on October 2, 2014 - 11:56AM

Last night Elon Musk got the internet excited with a tantalizing (and unintentionally suggestive) tweet involving the letter D and “something else.” Let the speculation blitz begin.

Tesla opens 200th Supercharger station as charging network continues to grow rapidly

By Luke Ottaway on September 30, 2014 - 2:47PM

Tesla Motors continues to demonstrate the benefits of an automaker doubling as its own charging provider, as the company opened its 200th Supercharger fast-charge station just five months after opening station number 100.

Tesla direct sales victory in Massachusetts could pave way for similar rulings

By Luke Ottaway on September 15, 2014 - 8:24PM

On Monday, the highest court in the state of Massachusetts ruled in favor of Tesla Motors in yet another battle with auto dealers over the company’s direct sales model. The significance of the ruling could extend beyond just Massachusetts.

Tesla Model X outsold all electric vehicles except Volt and Leaf in August

By Luke Ottaway on September 14, 2014 - 10:18PM

The upcoming Tesla Model X has been hyped like no other crossover in recent memory. That hype has generated an impressive number of pre-orders for the falcon-winged wonder, particularly in recent months.

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