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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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Panasonic’s hesitation over Tesla Gigafactory not surprising

By John Goreham on March 27, 2014 - 3:55PM

Panasonic is signaling some hesitation to partner on the Tesla Gigafactory. Here’s one person’s view on why this might be.

Tesla owners want autonomous driving in their Model S

By John Goreham on March 26, 2014 - 9:39AM

The majority of actual owners of Model S cars say that they would pay $5,000 for autonomous driving features.

Critical exemptions for Tesla sales model could be on the way in AZ and NJ

By Luke Ottaway on March 24, 2014 - 12:09PM

Earlier this month, New Jersey joined Arizona on the short list of states prohibiting Tesla from selling its vehicles within state borders. However, proposed legislation is making the rounds in both states to make a legal exception for the all-electric automaker.

Why can’t we agree on a DC fast charging standard?

By Luke Ottaway on March 22, 2014 - 2:07PM

There are now four different recognized charging standards worldwide for DC fast charging. This fragmentation of infrastructure hinders the growth of electric vehicles.

Fix in sight regarding Tesla Model S charging fire recall

By John Goreham on March 21, 2014 - 10:48AM

Fully two months after the official recall related to charging fires, Tesla owners alerted fix is near, but there is some confusion to clear up.

In war against dealers, no reinforcements for Tesla as battleground shifts to Ohio

By Luke Ottaway on March 19, 2014 - 4:27PM

You might think automakers with electric models, such as GM and Nissan, would be helping out Tesla in their endless legal and political battle with car dealers. But that hasn’t been the case.

Tesla Direct State Sales - Political or Politics?

By Armen Hareyan on March 13, 2014 - 6:19PM

NJ and its Republican governor have gotten a fair amount of criticism these last few days over their decision to deny Tesla renewals of their waivers which enabled them to sell their products directly in NJ. Some quickly made this into another Republican vs. Democratic battle, but I don’t see it that way at all.

Tesla Direct Sales: NJ Exposed A New Paradigm of Retailing

By Armen Hareyan on March 12, 2014 - 6:17PM

The Tesla New Jersey retail license has not been renewed for what appears to be partly political reasons - pressure from NJ Dealer lobbies on the governor’s office to cut off this new paradigm of direct sales of automobiles.

Tesla fans horrified to learn politicians lie and there is no free market in NJ

By John Goreham on March 12, 2014 - 3:33PM

New Jersey insults Tesla's intelligence. Tesla fans hate it when the law applies to them.

Tesla: wrong move, New Jersey

By Luke Ottaway on March 11, 2014 - 9:45PM

On Tuesday New Jersey added itself to the short list of states barring Tesla’s direct-to-consumer sales model that already includes Arizona and Texas. It’s been a war of words since as Tesla lashes out at the state for what appears to be a sleazy move.

New Mexico should be tesla Gigafactory location

Why New Mexico, not Texas, should win the Gigafactory

By Luke Ottaway on March 9, 2014 - 9:40AM

The potential location for Tesla’s Gigafactory has been narrowed down to four states: Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, and Texas. The Lone Star State looks like the most attractive option on paper and Nevada and Arizona are both very viable candidates, but the relationship thus far between Texas and Tesla compared to New Mexico’s enthusiasm for the company’s vision could tip the scales in favor of New Mexico.

How Tesla's Gigafactory will remove doubts about battery production

By Luke Ottaway on March 6, 2014 - 6:48PM

One of the criticisms of electric vehicles that you may hear from knowledgeable skeptics is that the production of lithium-ion batteries is energy-intensive and therefore significantly reduces the “cleanliness” of EVs compared to their conventional counterparts. Tesla, the electric-vehicle maker enjoying a meteoric rise on the heels of the successful launch of their flagship Model S, has a couple of answers to that criticism.

Why Tesla’s 2014 Model S cannot earn the US' top safety rating

By John Goreham on March 6, 2014 - 11:55AM

The Tesla Model S cannot even be considered for the industry's highest rating because it lacks an important safety system now common in affordable family cars.

Prius, not Tesla, the best Green Car according to Consumer Reports

By John Goreham on March 3, 2014 - 4:24PM

2014 Toyota Prius the best Green Car according to Consumer Reports. "This one goes to eleven."

Tesla Gigafactory could be built in Texas

By John Goreham on February 26, 2014 - 6:16PM

In a fun twist, Tesla might build a massive factory in a state that prohibits it from selling its cars.

Fox News electric car review comes with advertisement for oil pipeline

By John Goreham on February 24, 2014 - 8:13PM

In order to watch the Fox News review of the Tesla Model S one must first see an advertisement for the Keystone XL Pipeline.

Tesla fans and investors cheer Q4 results

By John Goreham on February 19, 2014 - 5:17PM

Tesla’s full 2013 and Q4 results make fans of the brand very happy.

Another fire involving a Tesla Model S comes just days before earnings report

By John Goreham on February 14, 2014 - 10:47AM

The latest Tesla Model S related garage fire does not seem to involve the charging system, road debris, or the home wiring. What could it be this time?

Tesla decries special interest group legislation, asks for same

By John Goreham on February 11, 2014 - 1:39PM

America loves an underdog. Right up until it doesn’t. Why Tesla should tread lightly regarding its direct sales model.

Gut check time for Tesla shareholders

By John Goreham on February 11, 2014 - 9:13AM

Tesla stock hit a record high this week and Q4 financial reports are due any day. Sell or hold?

Toyota dominates in Consumer Reports Survey, but Tesla steals the show

By John Goreham on February 6, 2014 - 2:29PM

Toyota simply owns this new brand perception survey, but Tesla grabs the trophy like Kanye. Here's the scoop.

Evidence mounts that the Chevy Spark EV is the best overall electric vehicle

By John Goreham on February 5, 2014 - 11:59AM

Coming up the ranks quietly behind the Tesla Model S and the Nissan Leaf is an EV that is starting to win all of the comparison tests it enters. Would you have guessed it is the Chevy Spark EV?

Toyota Corolla tops all hybrids, diesels, EVs in small family car cost of ownership

By John Goreham on February 5, 2014 - 10:41AM

Kelly Blue Book’s annual ranking of the 5-year cost to own of various car types has an interesting side-story. The hybrids and diesels are ranked worse than larger economy cars and Corolla beats all the EVs of similar size.

Electric vehicles sales drop sharply in January

By John Goreham on February 3, 2014 - 8:57PM

US sales of the Leaf, Volt, Tesla Model S, and Prius Plug-in lost ground in January compared to their 2013 run rate.

Tesla Model S vs. Corvette - Why we love this matchup

By John Goreham on January 29, 2014 - 3:35PM

Is a Tesla Model S drag racing a Corvette a fair fight? Why not?

Why a compressed natural gas plug-in electric hybrid makes sense

By John Goreham on January 29, 2014 - 12:52PM

Since the Prius arrived about 14 years ago all of the hybrids in America have been gasoline electric. Why not marry the two cleanest methods of propulsion we have?

Virginia repeals the Prius tax

By John Goreham on January 24, 2014 - 1:53PM

Under new democratic governor, and former electric vehicle company founder, the Virginia tax on hybrids is now history.

The interesting reason a Tesla Model S costs only 50% more in China

By John Goreham on January 23, 2014 - 11:30AM

Tesla has announced the pricing of its Model S for affluent Chinese EV car enthusiasts. How Tesla arrived at its price point and why US Tesla’s customers may care.

Auto regulator agrees with Musk on Tesla Model S recall name change

By John Goreham on January 22, 2014 - 11:30AM

Now that he is a week out of the job, the top US auto regulator sees things Tesla’s way. Better late than never.

Tesla pickup truck talk starting to make more and more sense

By John Goreham on January 20, 2014 - 8:45AM

Elon Musk continues to bring up a pickup truck as one of the next three vehicles the company plans to produce for sale. The closer one looks at an electric Tesla pickup truck the more sense it starts to make.

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