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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

Follow Torque News Tesla reporters Guillaume Humbert, Paul Fosse and Tinsae Aregay for daily Tesla News.

Why Tesla doesn’t really care about battery swapping

By Luke Ottaway on June 25, 2014 - 11:53PM

Proponents of battery swapping once touted it as the ideal replacement for gas stations. A year ago Tesla put on a flashy demonstration of battery swap capability, and has scarcely mentioned it since. Here’s why.

Tesla is world’s most important automaker because of the present and the future

By Luke Ottaway on June 23, 2014 - 11:16PM

A prominent Morgan Stanley analyst has called Tesla Motors “arguably the most important car company in the world.” We agree based on the impact Tesla has on the auto industry right now but also its influence on the future.

BMW, Nissan, and Tesla – the big three EV makers want to team up on fast charging

By Luke Ottaway on June 16, 2014 - 11:30PM

The nascent electric vehicle industry still has not agreed on a universal standard for fast charging, but that could soon change if the three biggest players in the EV industry join forces.

Musk satisfies appetite for disruption by unleashing every Tesla patent

By Luke Ottaway on June 12, 2014 - 5:17PM

When Elon Musk said he would do something controversial with regard to Tesla’s patents, few expected he would open all of them to outside use. But that is exactly what the CEO has done, and the implications are unpredictable.

Tesla to offer up Supercharger network and patents, but don’t get excited yet

By Luke Ottaway on June 10, 2014 - 11:31PM

Speculation has run rampant since Elon Musk recently hinted more than once that he would open up several patents and would be happy to offer Supercharger access to other automakers. But will it amount to anything?

New Jersey will allow Tesla to sell direct, but eventually it might not matter

By Luke Ottaway on June 8, 2014 - 3:12PM

Nearly two months after Tesla was forced to halt sales at its two New Jersey stores, the state assembly has passed a bill permitting direct sales for zero-emission vehicle manufacturers. The big question is whether or not Tesla will eventually change its business model.

Everyone wants a cheaper Tesla, according to unscientific poll

By Luke Ottaway on June 6, 2014 - 7:20AM

It is fairly common, when the subject of Tesla is brought up, to hear people say “I’d love to buy one if only it wasn’t so expensive.” They really mean it, according to a recent poll.

U.S.S. Tesla Motors remains on course – with some interesting surprises

By Luke Ottaway on June 4, 2014 - 10:49PM

At Tesla’s annual shareholders’ meeting CEO Elon Musk covered a great deal of topics important to those following the electric car company, and his answers were reassuring as usual with hints of a few twists to look forward to.

Record-breaking EV sales in May led by one mainstay and two surprises

By Luke Ottaway on June 4, 2014 - 6:20PM

Electric vehicle sales have increased year-over-year in every month for 42 straight months. Still, the record-setting numbers the industry put up in May were impressive.

Tesla Model S bumps Toyota RAV4 EV from top spot on Green Car list

By John Goreham on May 28, 2014 - 2:58PM

AAA of Southern California’s annual Green Car Guide chose the most expensive electric car as its top choice. Surprised?

Panasonic still hesitant about Gigafactory, Tesla doesn’t appear worried

By Luke Ottaway on May 26, 2014 - 11:45PM

As battery supplier Panasonic continues to demonstrate a reluctance to commit to Tesla’s planned Gigafactory, the California automaker is pushing on and plans to break ground soon.

Owner data: once you go electric, you never go back

By Luke Ottaway on May 23, 2014 - 8:54AM

Preliminary results from electric vehicle owners indicate that EV owner satisfaction blows that of conventional vehicles out of the water.

Tesla Superchargers to arrive Down Under in 2015

By Luke Ottaway on May 22, 2014 - 1:13PM

Drivers around the world want a go at Tesla’s Model S, but many are forced to wait as China and Europe get first global dibs. Australia hasn’t been tops on Tesla’s list but it was recently revealed that the company will begin deploying Supercharger stations in the country next year.

Want a Tesla Model S convertible? No problem, says Newport Convertible Engineering

By Luke Ottaway on May 22, 2014 - 10:08AM

Tesla’s Model S is already a highly desirable and expensive vehicle. If it’s not exactly what you’re looking for and you have a lot of extra cash to burn, Newport Convertible Engineering can help.

CARB shelves proposed $60,000 ZEV rebate limit, Tesla breathes sigh of relief

By Luke Ottaway on May 21, 2014 - 8:57AM

The California Air Resources Board had been toying with the idea of limiting state rebates to zero-emission vehicles with a price tag below $60,000. Now it appears that this proposal has been scrapped.

Can the Tesla Model S beat the Mazda Miata's time around a racetrack?

By John Goreham on May 19, 2014 - 11:25AM

Teslas beat Corvettes and other near-super cars on the drag strip, but can the Model S driven by a pro beat a Mazda Miata on a road course? You may be surprised by the test results.

The Oatmeal: Tesla Model S is a 'magical space car'

By Luke Ottaway on May 14, 2014 - 5:28PM

The Tesla Model S has received its share of rave reviews from owners. One of the most prominent and entertaining reviews of all comes from Matthew Inman, cartoonist of The Oatmeal.

Toyota ending RAV4 EV collaboration with Tesla may mean a Prius EV surprise

By John Goreham on May 14, 2014 - 3:22PM

Toyota has been losing money on each RAV4 EV it builds. Maybe the automaker will instead surprise Californians by offering a Prius EV compliance car in its place?

What will the used Tesla Model S market look like?

By John Goreham on May 12, 2014 - 1:27PM

As the Tesla Model S enters its second year of production the car edges closer towards the used car market.

Tesla narrowly surpasses own sales estimate for Q1, expects huge second half

By Luke Ottaway on May 8, 2014 - 8:03AM

First quarter deliveries of Model S did not blow anyone away, eclipsing Tesla’s expectations by a slim margin. However, if the company’s projections hold true an enormous Q3 and Q4 could be on the way.

Chinese company now sells both Fisker Karma and Tesla Model S based vehicles

By John Goreham on May 6, 2014 - 12:38PM

Detroit-based VL Automotive, co-founded by the legendary Bob Lutz, is now part of WMGTA, an electric car maker with Chinese connections.

Tesla’s game-changing sedan will not be called Model E

By Luke Ottaway on May 6, 2014 - 9:37AM

The hyped Generation III vehicle due to begin production in 2017 remains nameless, as Tesla has dropped its pursuit of the trademark “Model E.”

An intriguing cure for range anxiety allows any EV to take a road trip

By Luke Ottaway on April 30, 2014 - 11:42AM

Electric vehicle manufacturers have come up with different solutions for alleviating range anxiety, none of them ideal. A company called ebuggy has its own intriguing proposed fix.

Elon Musk "bites the hand" eliminating California as a site for gigafactory

By John Goreham on April 30, 2014 - 11:41AM

Elon Musk says that California’s environmental nonsense rules it out as a spot for the gigafactory.

Tesla will manufacture in China, but not as soon as Musk claims

By Luke Ottaway on April 25, 2014 - 12:59PM

Any automaker that wishes to sell cars in China has great incentive to build those cars in China due to the 25% tax on imported vehicles. Tesla plans to build its own vehicles in China in the near future, but just how near is decidedly up in the air.

The interesting factor Cars.com says is holding back EV sales

By John Goreham on April 24, 2014 - 10:52AM

Cars.com says the residential private “infrastructure” to support EVs is not yet in place.

Epic Electric American Road Trip successfully concludes 12,183 miles later

By Luke Ottaway on April 24, 2014 - 9:42AM

On Monday, Norman Hajjar pulled into Venice, California after traveling 12,183 miles over 24 days in a Tesla Model S. His epic road trip proved an electric vehicle can travel to all four corners of the country, though there is plenty of room for improvement.

Tesla acquires Lathrop facility to meet mysterious additional needs

By Luke Ottaway on April 23, 2014 - 9:21AM

The Gigafactory has been headline news this year, but Tesla recently made an under-the-radar move to acquire and renovate an old Daimler-Chrysler distribution center for unspecified manufacturing purposes.

Owner of lemon Model S waves white flag, will dismiss case if Tesla refunds vehicle

By Luke Ottaway on April 19, 2014 - 11:13AM

Robert Montgomery and his lawyer, Vince Megna, made it very publicly known that Tesla had sold the Wisconsin doctor a defective vehicle. Despite a loud beginning, it appears Montgomery’s lawsuit will end quietly with a small settlement.

Proposal to eliminate California rebate for expensive EVs is both logical and unfair

By Luke Ottaway on April 18, 2014 - 2:01AM

The California Air Resources Board is to be commended for encouraging EV sales with substantial rebates. Now in debt, however, CARB is debating removing the state rebate for electric vehicles with a price tag above $60,000.

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