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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 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.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla's recent price cuts for the full-self-driving software have angered current owners who have paid more than three times for the option. Tesla has lowered the FSD price to as low as $4,500 on some variants.
By Tinsae Aregay on
According to Tesla’s Cybertruck Owner Manual, the Cybertruck “hitch assembly is designed to support vertical loads up to 160 lb (72 kg). Exceeding this maximum weight can cause damage.” Tesla further explains that the load is equivalent to two bicycles.
By John Goreham on
When Tesla debuted, one differentiator was supposed to be a direct sales model free of the horsetrading that legacy dealers engaged in. Now, Tesla does all those same things. 
By John Goreham on
A Tesla has crashed in New York, and the resulting post-crash fire is one of the worst we’ve seen. Witnesses describe the explosion that followed, and how a passerby was felled by the blast.
By Jeremy Johnson on
Stephanie Virovec, who goes by the name, "Little Hippy Gal" has embraced the mobile way of sustainable living by selling her condo and living full-time in a Tesla Model Y for 2 years.
By Timothy Boyer on
Some Tesla owners are facing a new problem with their Teslas: If you own one and it has mysteriously disappeared, where is the first place you should look?
By Armen Hareyan on
Owning both a Hyundai Ioniq 5 and a Tesla Model Y I agree the Ioniq is a better car. Tesla ride is harsh and noisy while the Ioniq is smooth and quieter.
By Armen Hareyan on
When it comes to choosing an electric vehicle car buyers are often faced with the decision of whether to go with the well-established Tesla or explore alternatives that are making waves in the industry, such the Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs the Tesla Model Y.
By Armen Hareyan on
Our comprehensive guide reveals the essential maintenance and cleaning tips specifically tailored for Tesla Model Y. From battery care and tire maintenance to software updates and interior detailing, discover how to maintain your Tesla Model Y.
By Armen Hareyan on
As he was searching for a car insurance quote Tesla came in double what he is paying now, had a higher deductible, and no medical payments.
By Jeremy Johnson on
Some photos have surfaced with a guy who got nearly 60,000 miles out of his factory OEM tires for his Tesla. How did he do this, and is this something safe and that you should do?
By Jeremy Johnson on
A police sergeant, Tony Abdalla talks about the Tesla Model Y and adding it to their police fleet. He mentions there is a misconception that the car won't charge fast, and it will run out of charge during a pursuit. This is simply not true.
By Jeremy Johnson on
A poster on Reddit, who goes by the name Abomb1997, has posted what he says is the new Model Y refresh, also known as Juniper. Is this fact or fiction?
By John Goreham on
Pro and con EV content creators claim to know the truth about EV deliveries, but they hide the facts behind opinions. Here’s a story with only facts and no opinions. 
By Tinsae Aregay on
The current version of FSD software relies on eye monitoring to determine driver alertness. As a result, you can’t enjoy hands-free driving if you are wearing eyeglasses. However, Musk says this limitation will be fixed with the next FSD version.
By John Goreham on
The electric vehicle market share nudged up a bit last quarter. While this is good news for EV enthusiasts, the way that fraction of a point of market share was obtained is important to understand.
By John Goreham on
Through the first two quarters of 2024, The Toyota RAV4 is America’s most popular individual model. The Camry is also outpacing the Model 3 by about two to one in deliveries. 
By Tinsae Aregay on
For the first half of 2024, the Tesla Model Y has become the best-selling EV in China. Tesla achieved this honor by beating out the BYD Seagull, which has a starting price of $9,700. At the same time, Tesla is also increasing Model 3 prices in Europe.
By Tinsae Aregay on
For the past few months, we’ve had reports of a major Model Y refresh that Tesla is working on under the code name Juniper. Today, in Pasadena, California, we’ve spotted our first refreshed Model Y under heavy cladding.
By Tinsae Aregay on
In the middle of the street & broad daylight, a Tesla Model Y owner in LA became a victim of a carjacking attempt. However, three passersby banned together and stopped the assailant. Here are all the options you’ve as a Tesla owner in a similar situation.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla driver was recently cruising down I-10 using FSD. The drive was going smoothly when his Tesla came to a screeching halt and suddenly started swerving. He realized his Tesla saved his life before he finished thinking it was phantom braking.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla has published a new patent showing how a possible ride-sharing robotaxi could be cleaned autonomously. Tesla envisions using disinfectant vapor, UV sterilization, ultrasonic sensors, camera vision, & robots to clean an autonomous vehicle.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Although beautiful to look at, there are questions surrounding how Tesla’s white seats hold up in the long run. However, 213,000 miles in, my Tesla Model 3 seats still look pristine. Here is what I did to keep my white Tesla interior looking brand new.
By John Goreham on
The in-stock retail inventory of new vehicles in the U.S. market has been steadily climbing back to the levels seen before the shortages. This is great news for consumers
By Tinsae Aregay on
During a recent road trip, a Tesla Model 3 driver found himself in a precarious position. His vehicle only had 3 miles left, but the closest supercharger was 7 miles away. However, this feature saved him from getting stranded in the middle of nowhere.