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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 Motors tells signature reservation holders: Time to build your Model S

By David Herron on March 29, 2012 - 10:39PM

In a letter sent by Tesla Motors a couple days ago, Tesla Model S Signature Series reservation holders were told they must make final decisions on the colors and trim choices, signifying the company is on track for delivery beginning this summer.

Which electric car is best: Coda, i-Miev, Focus Electric, Leaf, Model S, or Volt

By David Herron on March 13, 2012 - 8:07PM

Coda Automotive is in the news with assembly of the companies first production electric car, so we take a look at the company's claim their electric car offers the best value proposition of electric cars in its class.

Tesla Model X - Designed with moms in mind

By Anthony Faccenda on March 3, 2012 - 1:08PM

Tesla used female focus groups to engineer the Model X with features designed to appeal to women.

Tesla Motors says you cannot brick a Model S

By David Herron on February 24, 2012 - 1:50PM

Following the controversy over whether a Tesla Roadster battery pack can be destroyed, Tesla Motors speaks saying the fears are "irrational", based on limited information, and oh by the way it's nigh-on impossible to brick a Model S.

The Tesla Bricking controversy could smash Tesla Motors

By David Herron on February 23, 2012 - 2:33PM

The controversy over whether a Tesla Roadster can be bricked is building, running the risk of spooking Tesla's customers just as the company is about to start production and delivery of the Model S, and just as customers are beginning to line up with deposits on the Model X.

Tesla Motors downplays risk of bricking a Roadster

By David Herron on February 22, 2012 - 8:25PM

Reports are circulating claiming a Tesla Roadster design flaw can destroy the battery pack, at a large cost to the owner. Tesla dismisses the problem, saying they've designed in safeguards to prevent it from happening.

Tesla announces prices and options for the 2012 Tesla S

By Don Bain on February 21, 2012 - 9:53PM

Tesla has announced the full line of model S trim levels, prices and options which include three range-determining battery options, four trim levels and a price range from $49,900 for the basic model to $97,900 for the pick of the litter 2012 Tesla S Signature Performance model.

Tesla and Daimler to partner on Mercedes-Benz all-electric vehicle

By Anthony Faccenda on February 16, 2012 - 5:39PM

Less than a week after announcing their upcoming Model X crossover SUV, Tesla Motors is set to collaborate with Daimler on an all-electric Mercedes-Benz vehicle.

Tesla Motors Bets It All With Its Electric SUV Model X

By Nicolas Zart on February 12, 2012 - 4:31PM

After a few years of rumors, Tesla Motors finally announced it would build its electric SUV, much to our astonishment.

End-of-Day chart for TSLA shows support/resistance levels and the final close.

Tesla stock sells off early despite news of 2013 Tesla Model X, then recovers

By Frank Sherosky on February 10, 2012 - 11:26AM

The recent announcement of the 2013 Tesla Model X did not shelter Tesla Motors, Inc. (Nasdaq:TSLA) stock from today’s early morning downdraft, but a late morning recovery seems to be in process. Note the long bottoming tail on that latest price bar of the updated daily chart.

Tesla reveals the Model X, an all-electric SUV that's faster than a Porsche 911

By David Herron on February 10, 2012 - 1:38AM

The 2013 Tesla Model X unveiled tonight is an all-electric full size SUV/minivan, capable of holding 7 full size adults and all their luggage, and with the right options is capable of out accelerating a Porsche 911.

2012 Electric Cars That Will Rock Your World

By Nicolas Zart on February 8, 2012 - 10:32AM

2012 is shaping up to be a year where you are able to choose from more electric vehicles, EV and plug-in hybrids, PHEV than ever before.

Tesla announces upcoming reveal of 'Model X'

By Aaron Turpen on January 17, 2012 - 3:43PM

Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk has announced that the company will reveal preliminary designs on their next in-house vehicle, dubbed the Model X. This car will follow the soon-to-release Model S as the company's second vehicle design for market. The vehicle will be an SUV-type model and will be unveiled at an event on February 9.

Weekly Chart of Tesla stock for week ending 2012-0113

Despite stock selloff, Tesla Model S impresses at NAIAS 2012

By Frank Sherosky on January 14, 2012 - 7:56PM

Despite the recent departure of two key developers which inspired recent stock selloff, Tesla Motors, Inc. (Nasdaq:TSLA) assured investors that it is on schedule to meet the deliveries for its new Model S; and the display at NAIAS 2012 shows details that are no longer concept, but pre-production level in time for delivery by mid-2012 .

The iconic 2012 Tesla Roadster is updated for overseas markets.

2012 Tesla Roadster updated for overseas markets only

By Don Bain on January 11, 2012 - 7:17PM

The iconic Tesla Roadster, the first fully electric production automobile on the market when it came out in 2008, will be updated with significant improvements offered only in Europe, Asia and Australia – presumably in right-side steering models – while the limited supply lasts.

Tesla Model S third row seating - courtesy Craig Agranoff

Tesla Model S to have optional throwback third row seating

By Aaron Turpen on January 10, 2012 - 11:10PM

Remember when you were a kid riding in the back of your family station wagon, facing the wrong way and making faces at the cars behind you? Well, engineers at Tesla Motors do and they've thrown in an optional third row of rear-facing kiddie seats in the Model S.

A look at the electric cars coming in 2012

By David Herron on January 2, 2012 - 2:25PM

The Nissan Leaf and Chevy Volt were just the beginning, we take a look at the electric cars coming in 2012.

Will Tesla make Money in 2012?

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on December 31, 2011 - 3:31PM

Tesla, the electric car company, has never turned a profit from making cars. Something many in the automotive and financial world are wondering, “Will Tesla make money in 2012?”

Tesla Model S pricing announced, no price increase this time!

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on December 20, 2011 - 8:16PM

The Tesla Model S pricing for the full range of Model S trims has been announced. Luckily for the roughly 6,000 people who have put down deposits on Model S sedans, there is no price increase like there was on the Tesla Roadster.

Tesla to send 2011 Black Friday proceeds to RMHC

By Armen Hareyan on November 25, 2011 - 2:03PM

Tesla Motors (NASDAQ: TSLA) is doing something very nice this 2011 Black Friday deals sharing all its proceeds from today with a charity organization.

Weekly chart of Tesla (Nasdaq: TSLA) stock by Frank Sherosky using TD Ameritrade

Tesla stock confirms breakout past resistance

By Frank Sherosky on November 13, 2011 - 10:58AM

Last July there was only the potential for a short squeeze on Tesla stock. A Torque News reader now laments selling too early, not holding on long enough to Tesla Motors (Nasdaq: TSLA) stock which broke past a key overhead resistance level.

Tesla opening three new dealerships in US

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on November 6, 2011 - 10:53PM

Tesla is expanding its dealership network to three new locations across the country. The new Tesla dealerships will be in Bellevue WA; Chicago IL; and Newport Beach CA. This will lay the groundwork for the company to sell the Tesla Model S, the first electric premium sedan.

Tesla loses libel claim against Top Gear

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on October 19, 2011 - 3:15PM

Tesla, the electric car company, lost a libel claim against Top Gear, the immensely popular BBC automotive TV show, in a court ruling today. Tesla is still continuing it's court battle against Top Gear and the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), regarding an episode where it showed the company's Roadster running out of battery charge on its test track.

Tesla Roadster at the BPI 2011 Ride and Drive

The Business of Plugging In 2011: Media drives EVs at Ride and Drive

By Frank Sherosky on October 12, 2011 - 10:49AM

The Business of Plugging In 2011, a Center for Automotive Research (CAR) Conference at the Hyatt Regency in Dearborn, Michigan held a Ride and Drive event on October 11 for the media. With representation by Eaton, GE, GM, Ford, Mercedes-Benz-AMP and Tesla, what are the best three combo-words to describe the experience?

Bob Weed and John Hipchen of Copper Development Assoc at BPI 2011

Copper Development Association scores well at The Business of Plugging In 2011

By Frank Sherosky on October 11, 2011 - 8:51PM

The Copper Development Association did more than just spread the word at The Business of Plugging In 2011 about the value of copper induction motors now used by Tesla Motors in their electric vehicles. It gave new insight to attendees of the Center for Automotive Research (CAR) conference.

Tesla and Panasonic enter into new supply agreement

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on October 11, 2011 - 6:19PM

Panasonic and Tesla, the electric car company, have finalized a supply agreement for lithium-ion battery cells to be used in Tesla's new electric sedan, the Model S. The automotive-grade lithium-ion battery cells will be provided by Panasonic, which is the world’s leading battery cell manufacturer.

Tesla Opens New Dealership Showroom and Service Center in Netherlands

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on October 5, 2011 - 2:35PM

Tesla Motors, the electric car company that makes and sells the Tesla Roadster, is expanding its international operations in the Netherlands, opening a new dealership showroom and service center in Eindhoven.

Tesla opens its factory doors to prospective Model S customers

By Gordon Block on October 2, 2011 - 3:41PM

Tesla allowed customers who had deposits on the upcoming Tesla Model S sedan to take them on a test drive in a prototype and ask them for word-of-mouth support.

Tesla and Toyota team to build 2012 RAV4 EV

By Hawke Fracassa on August 5, 2011 - 3:34PM

Tesla Motors and Toyota will build the 2012 RAV4 electric vehicle in Canada, the companies announced this afternoon. Specifically, their jointly developed RAV4 will get most of its important mechanical parts from Tesla but will be assembled by Toyota at a plant in Woodstock, Ontario, beginning next year.

Tesla Motors (Nasdaq: TSLA) stock attracts short sellers

By Frank Sherosky on July 15, 2011 - 11:29AM

Despite the high tech electric propulsion and the lightweight of the aluminum body of the Tesla S Model, Tesla Motors stock is under plenty of pressure by short sellers. Question is, what does this mean for investors?

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