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

By John Goreham on
Many EV owners, including Tesla owners, are struggling with very rapid tire wear, even those who drive sedately and don’t own Performance trims. Here is what owners who solved the dilemma recommend doing.
By Denis Flierl on
Why are Tesla owners taking the Tesla logo off the back of their cars and replacing it with another automaker's brand? One Tesla Model Y owner stuck a Subaru sticker on the back of their car. What do other owners think? It's not positive. 
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected snowstorm turned my 2024 Tesla Model Y LR into a sideways sled, and what happened next has every EV driver rethinking regenerative braking.
By Noah Washington on
The secret science of used Teslas. One Redditor tracked 3,000 cars and uncovered the surprising factors that truly determine value in the Tesla used car market.
By John Goreham on
Despite the protests, keying, fireboming, shootings, and other crazy anti-Tesla activity, Tesla’s delivery report shows the anger had very little impact on American-market vehicle deliveries.
By Armen Hareyan on
The most unexpected difference between the Tesla Cybertruck and Model Y isn’t what you think, and it might change which one you actually like driving more.
By Noah Washington on
I was excited to secure a launch series Model Y, placing a deposit and eagerly anticipating its arrival. Unfortunately, Tesla recently informed me of the cancellation of the order. They've now offered a base model alternative, but at a higher price.
By Timothy Boyer on
The car model former Tesla owners are trading their Model Y for and are loving it, and why they are doing it.
By Timothy Boyer on
A public school teacher's plea asking others not to judge him for buying a Tesla sparks a memory of buying my first Toyota nearly 35 years ago.
By Noah Washington on
Tesla's app promised savings, but I'm paying more for electricity than I did for gas. My Model Y's charging costs are proving the app's gas price assumptions wrong.
By Timothy Boyer on
This must-see FSD version 13.2.8 supervised drive in Colorado is possibly the most convincing evidence that Tesla is almost there.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk reacted negatively after SpaceX’s 1st employee and co-founder purchased a problem-ridden Porsche Taycan, which needed two battery pack replacements in 8 months. A former Tesla board member proposes switching to a Model S Plaid.
By Denis Flierl on
Is there a problem with Tesla FSD ignoring traffic signs at red lights? Many Tesla Model 3 and Model Y owners say it's an ongoing problem. There are other issues with FSD as well. Here is what all Tesla owners need to know. 
By Denis Flierl on
Hertz wants to make money on its Tesla Model 3 and Model Y fleet, which aren't sold yet, and they devised a plan for Uber drivers to rent one weekly. An Uber driver thinks it's a great idea. However, it may not be. Here is what Uber drivers need to know. 
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk cautions Tesla fans not to celebrate the recent 25% tariff that will be imposed on all vehicles imported into the U.S. starting April 2. Musk repeatedly reiterated that the tariffs will have a significant negative impact on Tesla.
By Nicholas Muhoro on
Electric vehicles are increasing in popularity as their range and utility improve. However, safety is also a crucial element in vehicle ownership, so we have come up with a list of the best EV SUVs to look out for in 2025
By Noah Washington on
Sentry mode is an amazing feature in the Tesla Model Y, but this one issue stops me from falling in love with it.
By John Goreham on
Tesla’s latest email advertisement says that filling up a gas tank can cost almost four times more than charging a Tesla. The advert’s assumptions seem wildly off base and rife with mistakes.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A brand-new Tesla Model Y owner reports that he accidentally touched his Model Y screen, opened the trunk, and ended up smashing it into his garage door. He’s saddened by the scratch but shares a method to prevent this from happening in the future.
By Noah Washington on
The Tesla Model Y Performance, starting at $52,490, offers rapid acceleration and advanced technology but lacks certain comfort features like ventilated seats that come standard in similarly priced luxury vehicles.
By John Goreham on
The potential cost of ownership advantage of battery-electric vehicles is spoiled entirely by a terrible depreciation rate. The value of BEVs drops like a stone compared to other types of vehicles, and the reasons are many. Here’s why EVs are a bad buy.
By Timothy Boyer on
Here is what you could get by owning a $13,000 Toyota EV that is predicted to obliterate the Tesla Model Y. But how far would you be willing to go to own one?
By Denis Flierl on
There's not much that Michael doesn't like about his Tesla Cybertruck. However, there are a few problems with the truck. They are a common issue with the electric truck. Here is what's wrong and what Cybertruck owners need to know to fix them. 
By Noah Washington on
We're just three months into our 2023 Model Y Long Range, and the infotainment screen has gone completely dark five times while driving on Toronto highways. This is extremely dangerous.
By John Goreham on
President Trump held a promotion event at the White House to support Tesla, the leader in American-made electric vehicles. This sure seems to rub left-leaning media outlets the wrong way.
By Denis Flierl on
Is owning a Tesla Model 3 or another Tesla model becoming too dangerous? Karen and her husband own a Model 3 and Model Y and are increasingly concerned about their safety. Should they sell their cars because of Elon Musk or wait it out?
By Timothy Boyer on
A Tesla Model Y owner is asking if anyone else has experienced a similar warranty repair situation in which the Tesla Service Center said he was covered but then charged him afterward with an "I gotcha" technicality.
By John Goreham on
Despite rumors to the contrary, spare tires are alive and well in 2025 and 2026 model year vehicles. We run down the list of top-selling vehicles and examine what type of spare they offer.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Several Tesla enthusiasts are celebrating reports that many Tesla owners are selling their vehicles at a significant loss. One Cybertruck buyer admits he’s secretly hoping the anti-Tesla sentiment continues so he can get a good price on a use Cybertruck.
By John Goreham on
We paraphrase a Chevrolet Bolt EV owner who discovered that the vehicle did not have a spare tire. Many EV owners are frustrated to find out that a simple flat tire can result in their vehicle being towed and then out of service for quite some time.