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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 bait and switch.
Tesla Widely Accused Of Bait and Switch - Including By Electric Vehicle-Advocacy Media
By John Goreham on
Tesla's pricing and other policies have the company being widely accused of "bait and switch" tactics. Here is a rundown of which media outlets and Tesla forums are using that harsh term.
Tesla's sales for Model 3 drop by half.
Tesla Model 3 U.S. Sales Rate Drops Dramatically - Down By Half - Here's Why
By John Goreham on
The sales rate of Tesla's Model 3 dropped by more than half in the past quarter. Here's why, and what is likely to happen going forward.
Tesla Model 3 and Model X in Norway
How To Get EV Sales Up To a Fantastic Level Like Norway
By Armen Hareyan on
Here is a tip for all other countries outside Norway on how to get EV sales up to a fantastic level.
Chevy Bolt top-selling affordable EV in America.
How Chevy Bolt Battery Electric Car Retakes U.S. Sales Lead Among Affordable EVs
By John Goreham on
Heavy discounting and slowing sales by its peers puts the Chevrolet Bolt battery electric car (BEV) back on top in the U.S. market affordable EV sales race.
Kia Niro EV vs. Tesla Model 3.
Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus vs. 2019 Kia Niro BEV – Surprising Similarities & Stark Contrasts
By John Goreham on
We compare the 2019 Kia Niro Battery Electric Car to the Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus and come away surprised by some similarities and also by some stark contrasts.
Tesla starts discounting cars.
Violating Elon Musk's Edict - Tesla Now Discounting Model 3 Cars
By John Goreham on
Buyers of Tesla Model 3 cars are reporting discounts of over $2,000 on new Model 3 cars.
$35K Tesla Model 3 still not delivered.
Tesla's "$35K" Model 3 Price Fiasco Continues With False Delivery Info and Upsell Attempts
By John Goreham on
Tesla just can't seem to keep a promise, regardless of when it is made. Standard trim Model 3 deliveries are now uncertain.
Elon Musk on pickup truck towing.
Elon Musk Sets High Bar For Tesla Electric Pickup Truck Towing Capacity
By John Goreham on
Elon Musk reveals his thoughts on a proper towing capacity in a new tweet.
Watch Tesla crash on autopilot.
Watch A Tesla On Autopilot Crash Into A Highway Barrier (No Injuries)
By John Goreham on
As Tesla moves ever closer to "full self-driving" Tesla vehicles are still struggling on Autopilot.
Elon Musk SEC fraud case.
Tesla's Elon Musk SEC Fraud Problem Appears Hard To Defend - Here's Why
By John Goreham on
Elon Musk is accused of not living up to the terms of his fraud settlement with the SEC. The reason SEC thinks its case is bullet-proof seems hard to argue against.
Various Renderings of Tesla Model U
Done With Model Y, Tesla Fans Move on to the Pickup Truck: What Will it Be Like?
By Al Castro on
ANALYSIS AND OPINION: It hasn’t been a week since the Tesla Y unveil at the Design Studio and the Tesla Fan Base and media alike are now speculating what the already iconic pickup truck will shape out to be. So over Model Y and it’s ho hum, the excitement energy is already now building for Model U.

Tesla Stock could touch $240.
Seven Months After Elon Musk's $420 Tweet Tesla Stock Is Closer To $240
By John Goreham on
Tesla CEO Elon Musk and the new Model Y at the unveil 3/14/19
The Model Y Unveil at the Tesla Design Studio: Another Historic Cash Machine Model for a Once Again Cash Strapped Tesla
By Al Castro on
ANALYSIS AND OPINION: The Eve of the Ides of March like the Model Y unveil at the Tesla Design Studio came like the new car itself and went like any other event without much fanfare. Both are no frills or gimmicks, the most practical you can get in a car and an event, neither didn’t take much money to make, and in the car’s case it has the potential to outsell it’s siblings combined.
Silhouettes of the Tesla Model Y to be unveiled in LA 3/14/19
The Tesla Model Y Unveil: This is Electric Car Life After Leaf and Bolt
By Al Castro on
ANALYSIS AND OPINION: I continue the miniseries of stories of “Life after Leaf” in this beginning of the post-hybrid age when we are now getting over PHEVs and short range BEVs like Nissan Leaf, and taking a more serious look at new BEVs now that they’re more car and charging choices, better battery ranges, and cheaper prices. One option coming soon is a BEV CUV that’ll compete with the Hyundai/Kia SUV electrics. Here’s the unveiling of the smaller Model Y.
Tesla reportedly makes huge cash payment.
Reports: Tesla's Low Stock Price Forces Unwanted Cash Payment of Nearly $1 Billion
By John Goreham on
According to the best sources available, Tesla has just written a massive check because its stock price was lower than expected.
New Tesla Model 3 crash under investigation.
NTSB and NHTSA Both Looking Into Tesla Model 3 Crash That Appears Similar To First Autopilot Fatality
By John Goreham on
Yet another Tesla crash into a slow-moving or stationary object, this time in a Model 3, has pretty much all of the federal agencies mobilizing teams to investigate why this keep happening.
Tesla launches Model 3 at $35K.
Tesla Launches Standard Model 3 In Black Starting at $35K Less Delivery Charges
By John Goreham on
Tesla's new Standard Model 3 starts at $35K before incentives and not including its $1,200 delivery fee.
Is Elon Musk too big to flail?
Is Tesla's Elon Musk Betting He Is Too Big To Flail?
By John Goreham on
Elon Musk is due for an SEC beat down. If the green vehicle world's biggest narcissist asking for it, or does he think he is untouchable?
SEC wants Msk held in contempt for vilating deal.
SEC Says Tesla's Elon Musk Not Sticking To Deal - Asks Judge To Rule Musk In Contempt
By John Goreham on
Elon Musk can't live within the terms he agreed to. Now what?
Crashed Tesla trapped occupants. Were door handles to blame?
Rescuers Unable To Help Occupant Of Crashed Tesla Model S - Scenario Eerily Predicted On Tesla Forum in 2017
By John Goreham on
Tesla's unusual door handles didn't work in a recent Tesla Model S crash, frustrating would-be rescuers.
Tesla's six-figure Model X ranked least reliable.
Six-Figure Tesla Model X Earns Spot On Consumer Reports 10 Least Reliable Vehicles List
By John Goreham on
Tesla's Model X has earned a spot on the Consumer Reports 10 Least Reliable Vehicles List.
Tesla ships its EVs using the world's dirtiest fuel.
Tesla Begins Shipping Thousands of Model 3 Cars To Europe Via Massively Polluting Fossil Fuel-Powered Ships
By John Goreham on
Tesla has shifted Model 3 production allocation to Europe. The zero-emissions Teslas will be transported using the world's largest and dirtiest fossil fuel engines.
Tesla Model 3 dropped from Consumer Reports list.
Tesla Model 3 Dropped From Consumer Reports Recommended Listing Due To Owner-Reported Reliability Issues
By John Goreham on
Consumer Reports drops the Tesla Model 3 from its list of recommended vehicles due to problems reported by Model 3 owners.
Red Tesla Model 3
Juiced: the electrical vehicle takeover
By Damien Ludwick on
According to Wards intelligence we will have 142 total hybrid, electric, and fuel cell vehicle models by 2020. The addition of popular consumer vehicle options such as SUVs and Trucks turned electric could multiply the adoption rate of electric vehicles. Many consumers may hold out on going electric until there is a comparable vehicle model such as an electric truck or SUV to replace them.
Tesla Model 3
Tesla's Missed Opportunities To Lower Cost and How Can It Finally Make the $35,000 Model 3
By Damien Ludwick on
Tesla must drastically reduce costs to make the $35,000 model 3 possible. Currently the lowest priced model 3 is $42,900. Tesla has to reduce the cost almost $8,000 to make the $35,000 Model 3 possible. It is important for Tesla to get this vehicle to market as soon as possible to transition to retain profitability and to truly bring sustainable transportation to the masses.

EV range impacted by cold.
Consumer Reports Study Mirrors AAA's - Tesla Model 3 & Nissan Leaf Range Drops by About 50% In Cold Weather Operation
By John Goreham on
The second study in a week shows that EV range drops by as much as half in cold weather operation. Tesla Model 3 and Nissan Leaf both show similar results.
Tesla winter driving from Tesla Media. The plug is from torquenews.com
BEV Range Freeze: The Cold Realities of BEV Winter Driving, Summer is Only Half as Bad
By Al Castro on
ANALYSIS AND OPINION: Extreme weather driving has taken a toll on electric vehicle ranges as we watch BEV owners struggle to stay charged through the winter, their Tesla Model 3 door handles thaw, while the rest watch and learn from their triumphs, trials, and mistakes. I like to say “less is more,” but when it comes to extreme weather driving and batteries, more is more, tiny is workable, keep it plugged in if its 20° F or less, keep it cool over 95° F, and be prepared with options regardless.
Electric vehicle range cut in winter.
New AAA Study Shows Electric Vehicle Range Is Cut Dramatically In Winter - How Did Tesla Do?
By John Goreham on
A new study by AAA shows that electric vehicle range limitations are made worse in winter.
Tesla Powerpack
Tesla's Free Supercharging Was Great, But How To Create Sustainable EV Charging
By Damien Ludwick on
How to make sustainable transportation well sustainable: EV charging sustainable both financially and environmentally.
From Jalopnik.com man caught sleeping in Tesla
Driving Distracted While AutoPilot, and the Dangerous Brinksmanship that Goes With It
By Al Castro on
ANALYSIS AND OPINION: I wonder if the people who are caught red handed being “distracted while AutoPilot” realize how lucky they are they got away with their crime. Unlike the people who I last wrote about who face the wrath of the NTSB and the courts for their tort who proclaim “my Tesla did it, not me,” “driving distracted while AutoPilot” is a crime of reckless endangerment, and most are getting away with it without realizing it.
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