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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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Tesla Increases Range Of Model S, 3, X and Y

By Tinsae Aregay on October 16, 2020 - 10:51AM

Tesla in an update to the online configurator has increased the range of almost all vehicles. This boost comes with the refreshed Model 3 going live on the website.

Tesla Model 3 Refresh Goes Live With 353-Miles Increased EPA Range

By Tinsae Aregay on October 16, 2020 - 6:27AM

The Model 3 refresh goes live on Tesla’s updated online configurator, and it comes with several comprehensive updates. According to the new order page, Model 3 now has an increased range, improved 0 to 60 times, a new center console, a powered tailgate, chrome delete similar to the Model Y, and two new wheels.

Tesla Model Y image from Tesla press kit

Top-Selling Tesla Model Y Crossover Not Scheduled For Safety Testing By IIHS - Here's Why

By John Goreham on October 15, 2020 - 12:07PM

The Tesla Model Y is outselling entire brands. Yet, it has not been safety tested by the Insurance Institute For Highway Safety. We looked into why that is and found out the Model Y is not even on the schedule.

Tesla Cuts Solar Roof Installation Time To 4 Days

By Armen Hareyan on October 15, 2020 - 9:18AM

Tesla Giga Berlin's Water Contract and Supply Details

By Armen Hareyan on October 15, 2020 - 8:13AM

Elon Musk: We Will Make A Dense Tesla If It Matters

By Tinsae Aregay on October 15, 2020 - 7:30AM

In a recent deleted tweet, Elon Musk brings life to the idea of Tesla building a high passenger density vehicle once again. This will presumably be for use for
The Boring Company but Tesla could make it available to the general public.

Elon Musk Says Model S Price Changes To $69,420 Tonight

By Armen Hareyan on October 14, 2020 - 5:21PM

After Lucid Motors unveiled a $69,900 version of its long-range, luxury electric sedan, Elon Musk tweeted an hour ago saying Tesla is lowering the price of the Model S to $69,420 tonight.

Tesla Is Building Giga Berlin's Giga Presser Foundations

By Armen Hareyan on October 14, 2020 - 9:27AM

Tesla Model 3 Owner Walks Away From High-Speed Head-On Crash With Minor Injuries

By Paul Fosse on October 14, 2020 - 6:43AM

In this article, I'll describe what I know about the accident and how the Tesla Model 3 helped prevent injuries to the driver of the car in this tragic accident.

Elon Musk Says Tesla’s Production Lines Already Over 75 Percent Automated

By Tinsae Aregay on October 13, 2020 - 11:11AM

Elon Musk after years of production difficulties says, with the exception of wiring harness and general assembly, over 75 percent of the production line is automated.

Tesla's Model Y Is Now Outselling Every Crossover Model At These Major Brands

By John Goreham on October 13, 2020 - 9:15AM

The Tesla Model Y is hitting its delivery stride. Here is a list of legacy big-name manufacturers whose crossovers don't stand a chance.

Tesla Model 3's Incredible Crash Safety Results

By Paul Fosse on October 13, 2020 - 9:08AM

In this article, I'll show and explain why electric cars and Tesla cars in particular have such high safety ratings.

Elon Musk Talks About Tesla's India Plans

By Armen Hareyan on October 12, 2020 - 9:44PM

Tesla Giga Berlin's Risks

By Armen Hareyan on October 12, 2020 - 9:41PM

RAV4 Hybrid image courtesy of Toyota media support

Tesla Model Y BEV and Toyota RAV4 Hybrids Way Ahead In Green Crossover Delivery Race

By John Goreham on October 12, 2020 - 10:21AM

The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and Prime trims and Tesla’s Model Y are neck and neck in a U.S. market eager for greener crossover options.

Tesla's Full Self Driving Release Next Week and Questions It Raises

By Armen Hareyan on October 12, 2020 - 9:40AM

New Battery Recycling Plans From Tesla Co-Founder JB Straubel

By Guillaume Humbert on October 11, 2020 - 4:04PM

Tesla co-founder JB Straubel has recently spoken about his plans for his battery recycling startup.

Sandy Munro Says Tesla Shouldn’t Make Elon Musk’s Dream $25,000 ‘Model 2’

By Tinsae Aregay on October 11, 2020 - 5:08AM

Sandy Munro, the automotive expert who has been praised by Elon Musk, believes Tesla shouldn't build the upcoming $25,000 Model 2.

Tesla has built new superchargers in Germany

Tesla Opens Large Sustainably Powered Supercharger Station In Germany

By Guillaume Humbert on October 10, 2020 - 10:55AM

Tesla has opened a very large Supercharging station near Dusseldorf in Germany, here are more details.

An Employee In Giga Fremont Is Fired After Sabotaging Part Of The Tesla Factory

By Guillaume Humbert on October 10, 2020 - 10:06AM

A Tesla employee was fired after it was found he had attempted to sabotage production. Here are the details.

Center Console of Refreshed 2021 Tesla Model 3 Long Range from @jstesla

Updated: First Pictures of Refreshed 2021 Tesla Model 3 Surface

By Paul Fosse on October 9, 2020 - 8:18PM

This article is the visual confirmation of our earlier reporting that the Tesla Model 3 is getting a mild refresh in the US.

Toyota RAV4 Prime Image courtesy of Toyota

Consumer Reports: PHEVs Like RAV4 Prime Have Lower Maintenance & Repair Costs Than BEVs Like Tesla Model Y

By John Goreham on October 9, 2020 - 12:20PM

A Consumer Reports study concludes that plug-in hybrids like the Toyota Prius Prime and Honda Clarity have lower lifetime maintenance and repair costs than battery-only vehicles like the Chevy Bolt and Nissan Leaf.

The Fastest Car In Our Solar System, Tesla’s Starman Has Its Closest Approach To Mars

By Tinsae Aregay on October 9, 2020 - 10:48AM

The fastest Tesla, as a matter of fact the fastest car ever, Tesla's Starman has its closest approach to Mars. Traveling 25,000 miles per hour, it gets within 0.05 astronomical units of the red planet.

Refreshed Tesla Model 3 Starts To Roll Off The Line in Fremont California - Electrek

By Tinsae Aregay on October 9, 2020 - 6:32AM

According to leaks, Tesla Model 3s with a number of upgrades have started to be manufactured at Tesla's Fremont, California plant. This include a powered tailgate, a possible new heat pump, chrome delete, double-paned windows and many more.

Nissan Follows Tesla Driving Automation Across Lineup

Nissan Follows Tesla In Announcing Partial Driving Automation Standard On Every Car

By Paul Fosse on October 8, 2020 - 12:01PM

I this article I'll explain Nissan's announcement and what it means to consumers and the rest of the industry.

Elon Musk Suggests Tesla Model Y From GigaBerlin Might Have 474 Mile Range

By Tinsae Aregay on October 7, 2020 - 3:48PM

According to a tweet by Elon Musk, GigaBerlin Model Y will come with the new 4680 cells, front & rear body single piece casting, and structural battery pack. This possibly gives the new vehicle a 474 mile range.

Elon Musk Reveals Plans For Berlin Battery Pack Integration In German Produced Teslas

By Guillaume Humbert on October 7, 2020 - 2:04PM

Elon Musk took to twitter revealing plans for the Model Y production in Tesla Giga Berlin and more.

IT Team Foils Tesla Sabotage Leading To Employee Confession

By Armen Hareyan on October 7, 2020 - 9:48AM

Norway Tesla Sales Results Show A Market Hungry For More Model 3 Cars

By Paul Fosse on October 7, 2020 - 1:19AM

When the sales results for Norway (the world's leading EV market by adoption percentage) came out, Tesla detractors saw Tesla's 5th place sales a sign of weakness, is there something else going on?

Metals Analyst: By 2030 Tesla To Need 50% Of All Nickel Supply, Doubts Viability Of future Plans

By Tinsae Aregay on October 6, 2020 - 6:05PM

A Metals analyst casts doubt in Tesla's ability to reach its battery day goals saying, the company will need 50% of the current world nickel production to reach its 2030 goals.

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