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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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Man Pours Water On His Tesla Charging Cable and Charge Port And Then Plugs In To Charge: Here's What Happens Next

Man Pours Water On His Tesla Charging Cable and Then Plugs In To Charge: Here's What Happens Next

By Jeremy Johnson on December 19, 2023 - 5:53PM

There is a video circulating, showing a man from China, pouring water directly on his Tesla charging cable and on the end of the charging unit. He also pours water directly on the Tesla charge ports on the car. Here's what happens as he does it.

Tesla Executive Hints Like the Cybertruck, Model 3 & Other Tesla Vehicles Could Get 350KW V4 Supercharging, Says – “Very Fast Charging, People Will Top Off As They Do at a Gas Station”

By Tinsae Aregay on December 19, 2023 - 11:12AM

Recently, Tesla’s Head of Vehicle Engineering confirmed that the Cybertruck will be able to charge at 350KW using V4 superchargers. Now he’s saying the Model 3 and other Tesla vehicles could get 350KW as well. 15% to 85% in 9 minutes.

Jay Leno Takes Tesla Cybertruck on 1st Off-Roading Test, Says the Truck Handles Rock Crawling & Water Fording “Like it’s Nothing”

By Tinsae Aregay on December 19, 2023 - 9:00AM

Jay Leno together with Tesla’s Chief Designer & Head of Vehicle Engineering has taken the Cybertruck on its first independent off-roading test. Leno says the Cybertruck handles rock crawling & water fording “like it’s nothing.”

Elon Musk States Cybertruck Will Have a Mod That Enables It To Traverse At Least 100 Meters of Water As A Boat

By Jeremy Johnson on December 18, 2023 - 11:09PM

Elon Musk just stated the Cybertruck will have an add-on mod that will allow it to traverse at least 100 meters of water as a boat.

Tesla Directly Confirms They Are Working On a Wireless Charging Pad For Your Garage

By Jeremy Johnson on December 18, 2023 - 8:08PM

Tesla confirmed recently that they are working on a wireless charging pad for your garage. This will be a useful charging mechanism for everyday users and for robotaxi fleet operators.

Jey Leno Reveals Tesla Cybertruck Easter Eggs – How to Turn Cybertruck into a Boat (Elon Musk Confirms More Details), Drift Backwards, Hidden Air Compressor, Bolt-on Skid Plates, Basecamp & More

By Tinsae Aregay on December 18, 2023 - 4:51PM

Jay Leno has released a new Cybertruck review video showing, how to turn the Cybertruck into a boat (Elon Musk has confirmed with more details), hidden air compressor, drift backward, scuba battery pack, Basecamp & other hidden features.

Image of Teslas at supercharger by John Goreham

You’d Have To Be Crazy To Buy a Non-Tesla EV in 2024 - The Weird Reason Why

By John Goreham on December 18, 2023 - 2:41PM

The EV infrastructure debacle is about to get worse before it gets better. Here’s why buying an EV without an NACS-style plug in 2024 is just dumb.

Image of Tesla Model S driver speeding while engaged in distracted driving by John Goreham.

Study: Tesla Drivers Found To Have Highest Accident Rate

By John Goreham on December 18, 2023 - 11:30AM

A new study conducted by QuoteWizard by LendingTree Insurance finds that one reason for Tesla’s notoriously high insurance prices is the accident rate of its drivers.

Elon Musk, Tesla Cybertruck, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

New “Last Week Tonight With John Oliver: Elon Musk” Episode Slams Tesla, Calls Cybertruck – “7,000lbs Smooshed Up Refrigerator, Child's 1st Attempt at Drawing a Car”

By Tinsae Aregay on December 18, 2023 - 9:12AM

The latest Last Week Tonight with John Oliver Elon Musk episode delivers a scathing review of Tesla and calls the Cybertruck a “7,000lbs smooshed up refrigerator that ignore questions about aesthetics, performance, durability, practicality, & safety.”

How To Remove the Side Mirrors On Your Tesla Cybertruck: 2 Minute Guide - Does It Improve Range and Efficiency?

By Jeremy Johnson on December 17, 2023 - 5:07PM

This is how you remove the side mirrors on your Tesla Cybertruck. It turns out, it's simple and takes about 2 minutes. Does this change the efficiency and range of the Cybertruck?

Cybertruck Early Resevation Holders Are Getting Emails To Configure Their Foundation Series Cybertruck

By Jeremy Johnson on December 16, 2023 - 11:46AM

Tesla is sending out emails to early Cybertruck reservation holders to configure their Foundation series edition Cybertrucks.

Tesla Cybertruck Orders Show Tri-Motor Cyberbeast is Way More Popular Than Cybertruck AWD, Delivery Dates Diverge by 9 Months

By Tinsae Aregay on December 16, 2023 - 11:05AM

Delivery dates for the tri-motor Cybertruck “Cyberbeast” & dual-motor Cybertruck AWD have diverged by 9 months just in the last 2 weeks of Cybertruck orders. The Cyberbeast delivery date is mid-2024 to late-2024 whereas the AWD is still January to March.

Tesla High Fidelity Park Assist Shows Laser Precision Visual Parking: Will Help Those That Don't Have Ultrasonic Sensors

By Jeremy Johnson on December 15, 2023 - 10:04PM

There are videos surfacing of Tesla's high fidelity park assist, using Tesla's visual system to assist with parking. This will help those cars that don't have ultrasonic sensors.

Tesla "Key Man Risk" Is All But Gone

By Jeremy Johnson on December 15, 2023 - 5:58PM

Elon Musk, the visionary leader and CEO of Tesla, has been viewed as a "key man risk" for Tesla, which means if he leaves the company, Tesla is in trouble. I don't believe this is true.

As Cybertruck Production Ramps, Parts Catalogue Reveals 4 Foot Long Wiper Blade Replacement For $165 And Windshield Replacement of $1,900

As Cybertruck Production Ramps, Parts Catalog Reveals 4 Foot Long Wiper Blade Replacement For $165 And Windshield Replacement of $1,900

By Jeremy Johnson on December 15, 2023 - 1:36PM

The Cybertruck parts catalog has been released, and it shows that the giant 4-foot-long windshield wiper will cost $165 to replace as well as a $1,900 cost to replace the windshield.

Tesla's Latest "Recall" Simply Updates Autopilot Software To Be More Annoying And Increases Font Size

By Jeremy Johnson on December 14, 2023 - 2:25PM

In the latest "recall", which is actually an over-the-air software update, Tesla Autopilot has simply been updated to be more annoying and to have increased font size. This is not a good update, in my opinion.

Safety Advocates Praise Tesla Recall; Say More Needs To Be Done

By Marc Stern on December 14, 2023 - 11:03AM

Safety advocates praised Tesla's recall of more than 2 million vehicles but said more needs to be done.

The Tesla Cybertruck’s Paintless Ultra-Tough Stainless Steel Exterior is Already Resulting in Much Lower Insurance Premiums

By Tinsae Aregay on December 14, 2023 - 10:41AM

Early insurance quotes for Foundation Series Cybertrucks show the all-electric truck is much cheaper to insure relative to its price. This is due to the Cybertruck’s paintless, dent-proof, ultra-rugged stainless steel exterior.

Tesla Recalls Nearly Every Car Made As Feds Explore Autopilot System

By Marc Stern on December 13, 2023 - 12:38PM

Tesla faces new probe as safety regulators look at its Autopilot System.

Can the Cybertruck Be Broken? Carwow Kicks and Smashes the Cybertruck To Test Its Durability and Does a Full Review

By Jeremy Johnson on December 13, 2023 - 10:15AM

The Cybertruck was put through rigorous testing recently to see just how durable it is. It was kicked and smashed, with a full review, and here are the results.

Tesla Cybertruck Reservation Holders Will Need to Pay $1,000 In A Non-Refundable Early Access Deposit In Order To Take Delivery

By Jeremy Johnson on December 13, 2023 - 9:26AM

Tesla has added another condition for Cybertruck reservation holders - they must pay an additional $1,000 as a non-refundable early deposit in order to take delivery of their vehicle.

In a Bizzare Twist, Tesla Model 3 Performance is now Cheaper than Model 3 Long Range After RWD & Long Range Model 3s lose Entire $7,500 Tax Incentive

By Tinsae Aregay on December 13, 2023 - 8:14AM

The IRS has released its 2024 point-of-sale EV tax credit details. According to the new guidelines, the Model 3 AWD & Long Range lose the entire $7,500 tax credit. This makes the Model 3 Performance cheaper than the Long Range.

Tesla Unveils Optimus Bot Generation 2 Doing Squats: 30% Faster Walking, 22 lb. Weight Reduction, and Smooth Movements

By Jeremy Johnson on December 12, 2023 - 9:36PM

Tesla has unveiled the next generation of its Optimus Robot (doing squats): the generation 2, with many improvements including 30% faster walking, a 22 lb. weight reduction, and much smoother movement of its limbs.

Tesla Receives Permit to Start Construction of Giga Mexico Plant: Will Build the $25,000 Compact Car

By Jeremy Johnson on December 12, 2023 - 6:49PM

Today, Tesla received the permit to start construction of its Giga Mexico plant. Construction could start in the next few weeks, but Tesla will ultimately determine this. This plant will build the $25,000 compact car.

Tesla Megapack Now Has 12 GWh of Operating Industrial Storage at 99% Availability

By Jeremy Johnson on December 12, 2023 - 2:40PM

The Tesla Megapack is part of the Tesla energy division and continues to grow rapidly. It reached 12 GWh of operating industrial storage, and this will continue to grow as Lathrop and Shanghai each get to 40 GWh per year of production.

How EV Makers Could Easily Silence Critics' Battery Concerns

By John Goreham on December 12, 2023 - 11:27AM

Electric vehicle manufacturers and fans make bold claims about the longevity and low COO of pricey battery-electric vehicles. However, many buyers still fear an expensive battery replacement may spoil a good ownership experience. Here’s the solution.

Tesla and Other EVs that Meet Requirements for The Full Government Tax Reduction 2024

By Timothy Boyer on December 12, 2023 - 11:20AM

Looking for a short explanation of which EVs qualify (and why) for tax reduction in 2024? Here is a 10-vehicle list of EVs that made the cut and what it means to Tesla and other EV shoppers.

Tesla’s Head of Vehicle Engineering Confirms the EV maker is Working on a 500-mile Range Cybertruck, Explains Why Tesla Can’t Offer it Yet

By Tinsae Aregay on December 12, 2023 - 10:03AM

In a new interview, Tesla’s head of vehicle engineering has confirmed that Tesla is working on offering a 500-mile range Cybertruck. The Tesla executive has also explained the reason why Tesla is not yet able to offer a Cybertruck with a 500-mile range.

Tesla Slashing Prices and Offering Customers Incentives In End Of Year Sales Rush

By Jeremy Johnson on December 12, 2023 - 9:26AM

Tesla is slashing the price of its Model 3 and Model Y vehicles and offering $1,000 off to early Cybertruck reservation holders, as well as offering incentives such as 6 months free Supercharging in a year-end sales push.

A New Video Shows a Tesla Cybertruck Getting Rescued by a Ford F-150 After Electric Truck Got Stuck Off-Roading

By Tinsae Aregay on December 12, 2023 - 9:14AM

Despite its superior specs, the Cybertruck hasn’t been performing well in off-roading situations. A new video shows the Cybertruck stuck in a relatively easy off-roading trail & even more embarrassingly, a Ford F Series truck had to tow the vehicle free.

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