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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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Police: Tesla Model S hits parked police cruiser while Autopliot engaged.
Another Tesla On Autopilot Hits Another Emergency Vehicle - You Can't Make This Stuff Up
By John Goreham on
Another crash by one of Tesla's six-figure supercars on Autopilot has been reported. This time the Tesla Model S hit a parked police car.
What did Elon Musk tweet during his battle with the media.
Reality Checking Elon Musk's Model 3 Production & Quality Updates
By John Goreham on
During a week in which Elon Musk battled the media over the facts surrounding the Model 3's production and quality, we look back at what Mr. Musk discussed via Twitter.
Tesla Model S Red Color
5 Things You Need To Know About Tesla and Elon Musk That Happened This Week
By Armen Hareyan on
Tesla had a rough week, especially the Thursday and Friday, but there is also good news. The week started with Consumer Reports not recommending Tesla Model 3 because of problematic brakes and other issues, but we are not even going to mention that anymore in this article. Let's see what else happened that is noteworthy.
Cars in a dealership parking lot
4 Most Common Ways Dealers Steer Car Buyers away From EVs
By Armen Hareyan on
The last time you went to a car dealership to buy a new or used car, most probably you were not introduced to the dealership's used or new electric car inventory. At last, this is according to a new study by a group of researchers who posed as car shoppers. I am not surprised as I will tell you what my local Chevy dealer told me once.
Tesla can't build an affordable Model 3.
Tesla Can't Make Affordable Model 3 Cars - Company Will "Lose Money and Die"
By John Goreham on
Elon Musk explains why Tesla has never built a single base version of its Model 3 at the imaginary $35K price point.
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Chevy Volt is Better For The Middle Class Than Tesla Because Electricity Is Always Cheaper Than Gas
By Armen Hareyan on
Let's say you are a middle class family and need to decide between the Chevy Volt and Tesla Model S, how do you make the decision? I am not even talking about Tesla Model 3 as we haven't yet seen the the $35,000 price. Thus, it's not for the middle class.
Chevy Volt charging
Chevy Volt vs Tesla Model 3 Charging Cost and The Math
By Armen Hareyan on
Many people debate about the cost to charge electric cars and if it's cheaper to charge at home vs charging them in public or commercial stations. Really, how much does it cost to charge an electric car at a commercial charging station and at home. Which one is less expensive to charge: Chevy Volt or Tesla Model 3?
CR doesn't recommend Tesla Model 3
When all the bugs are worked out of the Model 3 I am sure CR will change its feelings
By John Falk on
Consumer Reports has finally tested the Tesla Model 3. According to engineers at the magazine the Model 3 suffers on a number of fronts. Much of the report revisits the usual problems with Tesla cars. They again bring up construction quality issues with the car. The usual squeaks and rattles with the dash and gaps in the body panels. The main issue with the car that garnered a "not recommended", rating was it's braking performance.
Fact checking Tesla Model 3 brake problem response.
Fact Checking Tesla's Model 3 Brake Problem Response - Does It Pass the Sniff Test?
By John Goreham on
Following the revelation that another test confirms Model 3 brake problems, Tesla promises a fix and offers an excuse. Are any of Tesla's comments on this issue fact-based and believable?
Model 3 fails to earn Consumer Reports recommendation.
Problematic Brakes and Other Issues Prevent Consumer Reports From Recommending Tesla Model 3
By John Goreham on
Consumer Reports found that the Model 3 they paid $59,000 for has problematic brakes, controls issues, ride issues, and other problems that preclude the model from earning the group's “Recommended” stamp of approval.
Tesla in HBO's Silicon Valley TV Series
Tesla is on HBO's Silicon Valley, but It Comes With Much Criticism
By John Falk on
Tesla automobiles have been showing up on a number of TV series. With this exposure comes much criticism of product placement. The fact is HBO's Silicon Valley mined some great humor from a story line involving a Tesla
Tesla announces new $78 Model 3 trim.
Tesla Informally Announces New $84K Model 3 Performance Trim - Still No Base Trims Being Delivered
By John Goreham on
Tesla still isn't delivering the imaginary base Model 3 car, but will now take orders for a $78K performance variant.
Tesla Model X Towing a Qantas Boeing Dreamliner
Watch Qantas Using a Tesla 2nd Time in a Marketing Move as Model X Tows a Dreamliner
By Armen Hareyan on
The Tesla Model X has a reported towing capacity of 5,000 pounds, but Australian Qantas Airlines shows that this electric SUV can tow more than any other electric car currently on the market. Watch this video, which shows how Model X tows a Boeing Dreamliner and beats a Guinness Record.
IIHS can't complete the safety testing of the Tesla Model 3.
IIHS Can't Complete Tesla Model 3 Crash & Safety Testing - Here's Why
By John Goreham on
The Insurance Institute For Highway Safety has released a small part of the Tesla Model 3 safety test results. The reason the Institute can't complete the testing is unique.
Tesla Model 3 fails to earn highest IIHS safety ranking.
After Just Two Initial Tests, Tesla Model 3 Already Excluded From Top IIHS Safety Rating
By John Goreham on
The Tesla Model 3 is presently undergoing testing by the Insurance Institute For Highway Safety. With just two tests performed, the Tesla Model 3 is already excluded from the top ranking.
Tesla reorganizing following huge losses.
Tesla's Reorganization - Cash Flow Improvement Plan or Shuffling Deck Chairs on the Titanic
By John Goreham on
Tesla has 99 problems, but sales ain't one.
Update: Second Tesla Model S Slams Into the Back Of Firetruck - Occupant Says Car Was In Autopilot Mode
By John Goreham on
If you think you've heard this before, its because it has now happened twice. Another Tesla Model S has slammed into the back of a firetruck.
Elon Musk's Twitter feed shows his true priorities.
If You Think Elon Musk Is Focused On Tesla Model 3 Production A Peek At His Twitter Feed Will Bring You Back To Earth
By John Goreham on
Elon Musk recently told investors and fans he was taking over control of Model 3 production. Based on his Twitter feed, it sure looks like he has other interests.
Tesla's current delviery rate shows an 8-year wait for cars.
Easy Math - If Tesla Has 400K Model 3 Reservations, It will Take 8 Years To Fill Them At Current Delivery Rate
By John Goreham on
Wo do some simple math and come to the conclusion that at its delivery rate, Tesla won't catch up to its Model 3 reservations until 2026.
Tesla Model 3 costs twice what a Chevy Volt or Prius Prime does.
Real World Pricing Comparison - Chevy Volt & Prius Prime Cost Half What the Tesla Model 3 Does
By John Goreham on
We compare real-world prices of the 2018 Chevy Volt and Prius Prime to the Tesla Model 3.
Tesla Model 3
Electrics, once nearly kings, starting way back up
By Marc Stern on
Once nearly the kings of the market, electric vehicles lost ground to internal combustion engined cars due to changes in technology that increased the range of the internal combustion vehicles.
White Tesla Model 3
Over 1 Million Tesla Model 3 Leases?
By Jerry Fielding on
It’s pretty hard to go one day without there being several articles about Elon Musk and the future of Tesla. The next Apple or the the next Nokia. Batteries, solar shingles, flamethrowers, but have we overlooked the elephant in the room? What is the future demand for leasing the Model 3?
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What would happen if Tesla goes broke under a massive burden of debt and unfulfilled promises
By Armen Hareyan on
Most people can't imagine today's car industry without Tesla, but really, what will happen if the iconic EV maker of Model 3, Model S and Model X goes broke because of at least delayed promises and massive debt? Robert Malcolm Kay provides this commentary about the subject in Electric Cars forum.
Tesla Model 3 Deliveries Still Flat.
Tesla Model 3 Deliveries Level Out - Production Woes Continue
By John Goreham on
Another flat month of Tesla Model 3 deliveries is a bad sign.
Tesla driver loses license over dumb stunt.
Police Video: Driver Loses License Over Dangerous Tesla Autopilot Move
By John Goreham on
A Tesla owner operating his Model S near London loses his license for this dumb stunt. Watch the video.
Black and white car color
The Most Popular Car Colors and The Modern Paint Technology
By John Falk on
Henry Ford once said about his Model T, "you can have any color as long as it's black". When I was a kid in the 60's the cars in my neighborhood were always painted cool colors. One neighbor owned a 59 Nash Rambler painted Plumb Purple. There were Orange Plymouth Road Runners. We had a Harvest Gold 67 Chevy Impala wagon. With the spring weather here I am seeing all the classic cars out riding around the neighborhood. And they are beautiful.
Tesla seemingly deceptive Model 3 pricing will continue.
Tesla's Seemingly Deceptive Pricing For Model 3 Will Continue Into Second Year of Sales
By John Goreham on
Tesla publicizes a low entry price for its Model 3, but has never sold a vehicle at even close to that price. With no push-back from the media or regulators, the flim-flam has now been extended.
Tesla Autopilot
Tesla Autopilot is the Perfect Precursor to Self-Driving
By Nick Puschak on
Tesla's Autopilot 2.5 is advancing so well that I predict there will be a gradual transition into self-driving.
Tesla Model S at a car show
Why all the hate against Tesla?
By John Falk on
Lately I have been seeing in blogs and Facebook pages words of disdain directed at Elon Musk and Tesla cars. Those of us who own electric cars and plug-in hybrids have our loyalties. I love my Volt and I do find myself being critical of other brands. I don't want to be a Volt snob.
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Demand for the Tesla Model 3: Any reason to worry?
By John Falk on
Elon Musk began building his first car, the Tesla Roadster way back in 2008. Now here we are 10 years later with 3 model cars currently for sale: the Model 3, Model X and the Model S. Coming soon an electric truck and new roadster. Companies such as Pepsi, Walmart and Anheuser-Busch have reserved Tesla Semis. Demand for Tesla products seems to be no problem. As we can see many are lining up to purchase the vehicles in the pipeline and currently for sale. What about the Model 3?
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