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Tesla Model Y

In this section of Torque News you will find Tesla Model Y news and reports.

By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla has started production of a new Model Y variant at Giga Berlin with batteries supplied by BYD. The new Model Y variant's 45,000 euros starting price makes it a great offer. However, there are concerns even amongst die-hard Tesla fans regarding the safety of the BYD batteries which now power the new Model Y.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla supplier IDRA is known for building enormous Giga Presses that are used to build the chassis of Tesla vehicles in one piece. However, today, IDRA has revealed a significantly smaller die-casting machine to be used to build electric motor components in one piece.
By Nicolas Caballero on
Within the last three months, Tesla has already cut the prices of its models twice; an aggressive policy that has shaken the entire EV market and that also has repercussions on the second-hand market. Curiously, this is a strategy that is favoring them a lot, managing to be at the top of the sales of used electric cars.
By Jeremy Johnson on
Quicksilver is one of the new Tesla vehicle colors from Giga Berlin. Here's one up close and personal.
By Tinsae Aregay on
In an attempt to increase demand, since the start of the year, Tesla has cut vehicle prices several times. However, today Tesla has increased prices for the same reason. The $250 price increase is not meaningful enough to materially affect the company's gross margins, however, is likely targeted at creating FOMO in people waiting for further price cuts.
By Jeremy Johnson on
The Model Y is a very efficient vehicle and it gets a staggering 4 miles per kWh - handedly beating the competition.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Last year the Tesla Model Y received a leading score of 98% in Euro NCAP's automatic emergency braking test despite the vehicle not being equipped with radar. And now, Elon Musk has said Tesla has made the last 2% of improvements that will allow the company's vehicles to receive a perfect score.
By Tinsae Aregay on
In an attempt to increase demand, since the start of the year, Tesla has cut vehicle prices several times. This has created concern among Tesla community members who have suggested that the EV should start advertising. However, now a Tesla retail investor has taken this task upon himself and has produced the first Model Y commercial.
By Jeremy Johnson on
There is word that CATL has an M3P battery and that this will enable the Model 3/Y to have 400 miles of range. Is this happening?
By Nicolas Caballero on
One of the best features Tesla has created so far to eliminate range anxiety is a software update quietly included on the Tesla mobile app. The route planner arrives with version 4.20.69.
By Tinsae Aregay on
According to newly released data, in the first quarter of 2023, the Model Y has become the best-selling vehicle in Europe. And even more impressively, the Model Y was able to beat not only battery-electric vehicles but also internal-combustion vehicles with a significantly lower starting price.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla stock has been experiencing wild swings in the last couple of years, with the latest sharp fall coming recently following Q1 2023 earnings results. And now, Elon Musk has advised Tesla investors to focus on the long term by reminding them of the stock's remarkable rise over the years.
By Jeremy Johnson on
Tesla releases Model Y RWD in Canada for an equivalent price of around $44,000. Is this car worth it?
By Tinsae Aregay on
ARK Invest has released a new Tesla research. In this new model, ARK says Tesla can reach $2,000 per share by 2027. However, this is ARK's base case scenario, in the firm's bull case, ARK says Tesla can reach more than $2,400 per share or a $7.9 trillion market cap.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla's unique direct-to-consumer sales approach has been a significant contributor to the company's success. And today, in keeping up with its innovative approach, Tesla has opened a new "Giga Store" in China. The new showroom is designed to look like the inside of Tesla's Gigafactories and is a replica of a vehicle production line.
By Nicolas Caballero on
CATL (Tesla´s most important battery supplier) is working on the development of condensed batteries that make it possible to achieve high levels of energy and volumetric density, very important aspects for applications such as electric cars, but key also for other applications such as aviation. This is a technology they indicated will begin production right at the end of this year, 2023.
By Jeremy Johnson on
The Tesla Model 3 and Model Y are among two of the cheapest sedans and SUVs in the U.S. now, due to price cuts.
By Tinsae Aregay on
In keeping with Tesla's status as the leader in the EV fast charging world, today, the EV maker has unveiled a brand new movable supercharger station at Coachella. Tesla's mobile Supercharger stations, built on semi-trailers, are self-contained units that include inverters, solar panels, lights, and a Tesla Megapack to power the vehicles.

By Jeremy Johnson on
Erin Robinson shares her experience with her Tesla Model Y after owning it for a year.
By Armen Hareyan on
Tesla has once again reduced its car prices in the United States, leaving competitors shocked and struggling to catch up. This latest price cut comes just months after a similar move in January and has made the Tesla Model Y even more attractive to consumers.
By Tinsae Aregay on
For months now there have been speculations that Tesla is working on a refresh to the Model 3 and has codenamed the project "Highland." And today, thanks to leaked pictures, we see our first image of the refreshed Model 3 with a more angular and larger front facia and headlight that resembles that of the 2nd generation Tesla Roadster.
By Jeremy Johnson on
We see a battery health test on a 2022 Model Y and this is good for those who are nervous about Tesla batteries.
By Tinsae Aregay on
According to data released by China Passenger Car Association (CPCA), in the month of March, the Model Y has become the highest-produced vehicle in the whole of China. And even more impressively, the Model Y was able to beat not only battery-electric vehicles but also internal-combustion vehicles with a significantly lower starting price.
By Tinsae Aregay on
In a new Twitter Spaces interview with the BBC, Elon Musk admitted that his Twitter acquisition was behind Tesla's more than 60% decline in 2022. Musk said, "Tesla stock sales caused the stock to plummet, which is not good." Musk also added that Twitter is in a healthy financial state and ruled out the chance of further Tesla stock sales.
By Jeremy Johnson on
This is the first challenge of a 10% on a Tesla Model Y long range. Let's see how it goes at 10% range.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla CEO, Elon Musk, and 2024 Republican Presidential candidate, Vivek Ramaswamy recently engaged in a Twitter back-and-forth about Tesla’s continued expansion in China and its implication for the US automotive market and national security.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Following the success of the Lathrop, Califonia Megafactory, Tesla at the recently held Investor Day said the plant will be replicated all around the world. And today, Tesla has officially signed a deal to build a new 40GWh Megafactory in China.
By Nicolas Caballero on
Comparing the Tesla Model Y to the Nissan Arya can be tricky, as they are two very different vehicles with different target markets. The Tesla Model Y is an all-electric crossover SUV with a stylish design, long range, and a relatively low starting price. The Nissan Arya is an all-electric hatchback with a sleek, sporty profile and a surprisingly affordable starting price.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Popular YouTuber Zack from JerryRigEverything has released a new teardown video of Tesla's latest wireless charger. In his video, Zack showcases all the technologies that allowed Tesla's wireless charger to achieve a feat that Apple had called impossible and given up on.
By Jeremy Johnson on
We see Tesla offering a standard range Model Y in the U.S. with 4680 batteries. Will the price go down?