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Tesla Model Y (Page 5)

Tesla Model Y

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

By John Goreham on
Tesla stock has quite a journey. In 2025, there are new reasons why any investor, active or passive, may wish to check their exposure to Tesla’s stock in their investment portfolio or retirement plan.
By Denis Flierl on
Scott purchased a 2025 Tesla Model Y Performance trim level. How does he like it? There's plenty to like, and he only has one negative. With kids used to slamming his Toyota Tundra truck doors, he says the doors are too light. What do you think? 
By John Goreham on
Our title paraphrases one owner’s moral struggle. Elon Musk is pushing not just owners and shoppers away from the Tesla brand but even journalists and electric vehicle advocates. Will Elon Musk’s newfound love for politics bring about the downfall of this
By Denis Flierl on
Police officers drove the Tesla Cybertruck and other Tesla models and now say they don't want to go back to their ICE cars. Why the drastic change, and now they say Tesla is far superior? Here's what they found out and what all EV buyers need to know. 
By Noah Washington on
Choosing an EV is trickier than a regular car, and if you get the range wrong frustration follows. See how one buyer tackled this decision.
By Tinsae Aregay on
After keeping silent about the issue for days, Elon Musk has finally acknowledged the launch of the refreshed Model Y. However, Musk's endorsement is definitely lacking in enthusiasm.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla has finally allowed automotive YouTubers to get up close to the refreshed Model Y. The new videos detail all the minor changes Tesla has made to the all-electric crossover. The design gets a big thumbs up, but the specs were a letdown.
By John Goreham on
The chart at top of page illustrates how little EV market share in the U.S. market changed from 2023 to the year that has just ended, 2024. Let’s analyze the facts.
By Denis Flierl on
Everyone has taken their car through an automatic car wash with giant brushes. But how many have had their vehicle nearly destroyed while going through one? Tyler's incredible story describes his terrifying ordeal with his Tesla Model X. 
By Noah Washington on
How a Tesla Model Y became a life-saving escape pod during a raging California wildfire.
By John Goreham on
Despite a slight increase in deliveries over 2024, EVs only gained a fraction of a percent of market share in America.
By John Goreham on
Tires optimized for energy efficiency and sound abatement suit electric vehicles like the Tesla Model Y very well. Now Falken’s new Azenis FK460 A/S Silent Core offers tire shoppers an attractive option.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk has chosen to respond definitely after Tesla drivers started to receive threatening messages from people who expressed dislike for Musk. However, in response, the Tesla CEO dares the people and says, “Go ahead, make my day.”
By Denis Flierl on
How good is the Tesla Model X in the snow? Selena, who owns an X, says it's the best snow vehicle you can own. Check out Selena's story and others' views on the Tesla vs. Snow debate.
By John Goreham on
Consumer Reports has just dropped a new study looking at which brands are the most reliable and which are the least reliable. The data jives with many prior studies showing that hybrids are very reliable and EVs very unreliable.
By John Goreham on
The vast majority of Californians opted not to buy an EV when they shopped this year. Instead, they bought a hybrid or conventionally-powered vehicle. What does this say about the American EV market heading into 2025?
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla’s fully autonomous robotaxi, currently on display at the Petersen Automotive Museum, shows perhaps the vehicle’s first minor accident. From the video, it appears that the vehicle briefly brushed up against a wall.
By Denis Flierl on
Could it be true that Tesla instructed its Autopilot trainers to disregard certain traffic signs while teaching and programming the electric automaker's technology? A report claims so. It's a story that's hard to believe.
By John Goreham on
Electric vehicle advocates frequently mention that the vehicles should be less expensive and less bothersome to maintain and repair, yet four out of five new EV customers may never enjoy that benefit. 
By Denis Flierl on
Here is one police department's story of its Tesla Model Y, which it purchased to comply with zero-emissions mandates in California. The police officers who drive it say it's nearly unusable in real life. 
By John Goreham on
Both American political parties want to limit Chinese EV imports. Some thoughts on a rare point of agreement between Presidents Biden and Trump.
By Rob Enderle on
Teslas have electronic doors that may not be easily opened after a crash. Gas car doors jam as well.
By John Goreham on
Despite advanced driver assistance technology, the Tesla Model Y and Model S earn spots on the most dangerous cars list. The same study finds Tesla has the highest fatal accident rate of any brand.
By Denis Flierl on
Many customers want Tesla's Semi Trucks, but they still can't get them. It's been nearly a decade since the first orders were placed, and the wait could be longer.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk has been handsomely rewarded for his strong support of Donald Trump after the latter spectacularly won the 2024 presidential election. Following Trump’s victory, Tesla’s stock rose 15%, increasing Musk’s personal wealth by $25 billion.
By Timothy Boyer on
Comments made by Lucid's CEO actually make a strong case for a different view through a prism of negativity that should encourage Tesla FSD believers, points out this EV expert. Plus, who has the better battery today?
By Timothy Boyer on
While Tesla uses a lot of cells from outside vendors, a new report about Tesla batteries says that internally, Tesla engineers will have 4 new Tesla batteries coming out as the next generation for powering their EVs.
By Jeremy Johnson on
If you live in Colorado and qualify, you can get a Tesla for nearly free, especially when you look at existing inventory of 2024 models. Getting a Tesla for nearly free is mind-blowing.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla has shared a new headscratcher post that is making people wonder what’s going to happen. The post includes the numbers 7 and 17 and the date, October 18, 2024. Besides that, Tesla has not provided a lot of information.
By John Goreham on
Articles far and wide now offer misleading data on electric vehicle prices. We correct the record but acknowledge there is one segment where EVs lead on price, and it’s all due to one Tesla Model.