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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 announces delayed production dates for some Model S variations

By David Herron on December 4, 2012 - 7:14PM

Because of other manufacturing delays, the 40- and 60- kilowatt-hour versions of the Tesla Model S will be delayed by 2 months, but in the grand scheme the company still intends to reach a 20,000 car/year manufacturing rate for 2013.

Tesla sweetens Model S price increase with better standard equipment

By David Herron on November 29, 2012 - 2:10PM

Saying that it has not increased the Model S price in three years, Tesla Motors announced an across-the-board $2500 price bump along with a few tweaks to standard equipment, options, and maintenance plans.

Tesla rumored to be raising prices on the Model S super-sedan

By John Goreham on November 26, 2012 - 9:21PM

The award winning Model S is barely out of the gates and rumors of a price hike abound.

How many Model S cars can Tesla really sell?

By Aaron Turpen on November 15, 2012 - 3:14AM

Recent discussions here on Torque News have created debate over the viability of the Tesla Model S and Tesla CEO Elon Musk's projected production numbers for the car. If the company produces 20,000 cars in 2013, will it realistically be able to sell them too?

Tesla Model S nabs Motor Trend's Car of the Year award

By Anthony Faccenda on November 13, 2012 - 11:52PM

This marks the first time that a vehicle not powered by an internal combustion engine has received Motor Trend's COTY award.

Tesla Model S Elected Car of the Year 2013

By Nicolas Zart on November 7, 2012 - 2:11PM

It didn’t take long for the barely out the door Tesla Model S to get high accolades. Times have changed when an electric car gets the Car of the Year award from a major car magazine.

Tesla's Q3 had steep losses, predicts rapid revenue gains for Q4 and beyond

By David Herron on November 5, 2012 - 7:25PM

While Tesla Motors is revolutionizing the automobile, the company itself is transforming a from visionary role to that of a mass production automobile manufacturer.

Tesla Model S makes TIME magazine's 'Best Inventions of 2012' list

By Anthony Faccenda on November 3, 2012 - 3:07PM

The highly touted Model S was the only automobile included on TIME's list, which features the 25 most significant inventions of the past year.

Tesla Model S named Automobile of the Year by Automobile Magazine

By David Herron on November 2, 2012 - 6:05PM

Start-up automaker Tesla Motors has won a prestigious award for the company's first self-designed self-manufactured electric car, the Tesla Model S.

Tesla produces 1000th Model S body as manufacturing rate increases

By David Herron on October 30, 2012 - 8:23PM

The success of Tesla Motors hinges in a big way on how quickly and how big the company can scale up its manufacturing rate, and a tweet proclaiming the 1000th Model S body should bring a sigh of relief to the lips of Model S reservation holders.

Electric car range could triple with silicon-graphene breakthrough in lithium batteries

By David Herron on October 27, 2012 - 7:00PM

Lithium-ion battery research company, CalBattery, has announced a huge breakthrough in energy density that could in a few years give a 300% jump in battery energy density, that could triple electric car driving range.

Tesla to recycle Roadsters as trade-ins for Model S purchases

By David Herron on October 18, 2012 - 4:37PM

Those lucky few who own a Tesla Roadster now have the option to trade in their sports car as credit towards purchasing a Tesla Model S.

Better Place, Tesla and Zero Motorcycles receive California Energy Commission grants

By David Herron on October 10, 2012 - 10:36PM

In a grant program totaling over $20 million, the California Energy Commission is supporting clean green transportation projects from Better Place, Tesla Motors, Zero Motorcycles and other companies.

Tesla selling directly to clients has dealerships in a turmoil

Car Dealerships Get Nervous With Tesla Selling Directly

By Nicolas Zart on October 8, 2012 - 7:43PM

Tesla is trying to re-invent the way cars are sold. This is making many car dealership very nervous.

Tesla repays part of the loan 2 months early

Tesla Repays Government Loan Faster Than Planned

By Nicolas Zart on October 5, 2012 - 1:38PM

While much confusion seems to come from the exaggerated Tesla Motors news these past few weeks, one good thing is the company is repaying its loan earlier.

Romney tries to Solyndraize Tesla Motors, calling it a 'loser'

By David Herron on October 4, 2012 - 1:20AM

In tonight's Presidential Debate, Romney pulls out the 'Solyndra' card and names off a list of supposed failures, including Tesla Motors, a company nearly any observer would call a success.

Elon Musk clarifies financing round, says Tesla to be cash flow positive by December 2012

By David Herron on October 3, 2012 - 7:47PM

Last week misconceptions floated in the press stemming from SEC financial filings, and this week Elon Musk takes to the blog to explain the truth, and predict the company will be cash flow positive next month.

Bursting Tesla's charging station bubble

By Aaron Turpen on September 28, 2012 - 6:36AM

Now that we have had a couple of days to get over the grandeur of Tesla CEO Elon Musk's big plans for the future regarding the charging stations, let's look at the reality of the situation.

Tesla Motors revolutionizes the electric car with the Supercharger network

By David Herron on September 25, 2012 - 1:53AM

The Tesla Model S is already an amazing electric car, but it became extremely more valuable with today's unveiling of the Supercharger network which will allow coast-to-coast trips with an electric car, powered for free from sunlight.

Tesla Motors expanding rapidly with 10 new stores in the U.S. and Canada

By David Herron on September 22, 2012 - 8:06PM

Tesla Motors is planning to open 10 new stores this fall, continuing a rapid expansion to support sales of the Tesla Model S now that it's on the market.

Will Tesla's SuperCharger network resemble aliens landing at a rest stop?

By David Herron on September 14, 2012 - 8:29PM

The long-hinted Tesla SuperCharger for the Model S and Model X, will be unveiled on Sept 24 according to an Elon Musk tweet promising it will be like "alien spaceships landed at highway rest stops."

Toyota RAV4 EV goes on sale in under two weeks, in California

By David Herron on September 13, 2012 - 1:30PM

The second generation Toyota RAV4 EV all electric SUV, is going on sale in two weeks, in select Toyota dealerships in California.

Are Tesla stabs and roadmaps keeping us form focusing on the company?

Tesla Makes Fun Of Detroit

By Nicolas Zart on September 13, 2012 - 12:49PM

Tesla Motors has had a reputation of rich media headlights and Elon Musk is not known to mince his words. The latest Detroit stint and hints at its product shows a company eager to keep the momentum going.

Tesla's transformation of automobile service stumbles in Massachussetts

By David Herron on September 11, 2012 - 10:05PM

Tesla Motors is doing things differently from other automakers, and the company's sales and service model don't always agree with local laws.

The use of lightweight and affordable material is crucial to EVs

How Electric Cars Challenge Bloated Conventions

By Nicolas Zart on September 8, 2012 - 2:20PM

It had to happen after decades of ever increasing car weight and trying to tweak engine efficiency, it had to come to a stalemate. At least, electric cars challenged conventional notions.

Electric Cars Take A Lesson From Apple

By Nicolas Zart on September 6, 2012 - 1:58PM

Can you guess who isn’t too happy about how electric cars are sold? If you guessed dealership, you’re right.

Elon Musk says Tesla Motors may build electric supercar in a few years

By David Herron on August 30, 2012 - 9:42PM

In an interview, Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk talked about the Tesla Model S charging system, plans for future electric cars from Tesla Motors, and whether Tesla would ever fund an electric car racing team.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk predicting Tesla Motors profitability in 2013

By David Herron on August 29, 2012 - 9:22PM

Tesla Motors is continuing to rack up steep losses, so a prediction of profitability by next year may strike one as lunacy, until you look at the orders on hand and the projection of sales volume required to break even.

Tesla has speed and range according to your driving habits

Tesla Motors Nails 0 To 60 In Under 4 Seconds

By Nicolas Zart on August 29, 2012 - 10:31AM

Much rides on the shoulders of the Tesla Motors Model S, the follow up to the incredible Roadster I drove a few years ago. The numbers so far look promising.

Pebble Beach auctions reach another record sale

Pebble Beach Auctions Reach New Stratospheric Heights

By Nicolas Zart on August 21, 2012 - 3:46AM

The various Pebble Beach auctions attract high caliber collector cars and redefine their ultimate value. But old classics are not the only ones there, the Infiniti Emerg-e Concept is also making its North American debut at the 62nd annual Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.

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