Tesla News and Updates

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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By Jeremy Johnson Aug 11 2021 - 6:47pm

Tesla Needs to Improve Communication to Customers

Tesla is doing a lot of things well, including being sold out of every vehicle it makes for many months. But there's one thing it needs to do better, and that is communicate better to customers.

By John Goreham G+ Aug 11 2021 - 8:55am

Tesla Model 3 Electric Vehicle Is the Fastest-Selling Used Car

EVs dominate the list of fastest-selling used vehicles in America. Here is the top-20 list.

By Daniel Cappo Aug 10 2021 - 7:49pm

Volkswagen Is Now Also Calling For Lower Import Duties In India Which Could Help Tesla

Volkswagen is also calling for lower import duties for cars being imported into India. The Indian government has made it clear they won’t be lowering import duties. The increased pressure could make India re-think their position, but time will tell.

By John Goreham G+ Aug 10 2021 - 5:54pm

The Obvious Reason Tesla Was Not Invited To the White House EV Meeting and One Other Possibility

Tesla was ignored by the Biden Administration at a recent meeting on electric vehicles. There is one obvious reason Tesla was not there and one we feel might be a possibility as well.

By Jeremy Johnson Aug 10 2021 - 11:20am

Tesla Model Y Vehicles Spotted at Giga Berlin

We see a new batch of Tesla Model Y vehicles at Giga Berlin and we believe that these are going to be used to help calibrate the machinery in Giga Berlin in preparation for mass production of the Tesla Model Y at Giga Berlin.

By Tinsae Aregay Aug 10 2021 - 4:34am

Tesla Notifies Model X Plaid Reservation Holders To ‘Prepare For Delivery’

After a very long wait, the refreshed Tesla Model X seems to finally be entering production. Tesla customers with a Model X Plaid reservation have reported Tesla has contacted them to "prepare for deliveries".

By Armen Hareyan G+ Aug 10 2021 - 12:13am

Insider Info About Why Tesla Delays Cybertruck's Production To 2021

We have a new insider update on Tesla Cybertruck's production, which sheds light on why Cybertruck's production was delayed.

By Jeremy Johnson Aug 9 2021 - 5:55pm

Tesla CyberTruck is Delayed and That is No Problem for Tesla

We have reports that Tesla will not be delivering any CyberTruck vehicles this year and we think this is not a problem for Tesla at all. In fact, besides the Model Y, Tesla has always had a delay with their vehicles. Here's why Tesla will still dominate despite the delay.

By Jeremy Johnson Aug 7 2021 - 12:01pm

The Tesla Model 3 Buyers Guide

This is a simple Tesla Model 3 Guide for prospective buyers, intended for quick and easy access. Contains versions, price, options, add-ons, maintenance required and service schedule, and recommended accessories.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Aug 6 2021 - 12:11pm

Tesla Supplier CATL Has a New Sodium-Ion Battery Fixing Charging Bottleneck

CATL, which supplies Tesla, VW, NIO, and Mercedes EV batteries has a new sodium-ion battery.

By Jeremy Johnson Aug 6 2021 - 11:13am

What Will Tesla's Share of EV Market Be in 2030?

We recently heard news that President Joe Biden wants 50% of all vehicles sold in the United States to be electric by 2030. It's unclear if this means hybrid vehicles or not. Regardless, we think Tesla will own a significant share of electric vehicles by 2030 and here's why.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Aug 6 2021 - 7:36am

Rumor: Cheap Tesla Model 2 for $25,000 Goes Into Test Production

According to an insider report, Tesla is already preparing for the production of the cheap Tesla Model 2. According to this, test production will start in China in the coming weeks.

By Jeremy Johnson Aug 5 2021 - 3:36pm

Tesla Suspiciously Absent From EV Meeting With White House

We have news of an EV meeting with auto makers Ford, GM, Stellantis, and the U.S. White House along with President Joe Biden. One auto maker is not invited that we know of. And that EV/auto maker is Tesla. Why wasn't Tesla invited to this event?

By Daniel Cappo Aug 4 2021 - 9:23pm

Model X Owner Claims That Five Accidents Happened At The Same Location Due To FSD

A Model X Owner claimed that five separate cars including his own all crashed at the same location. These accidents show that FSD still has some issues, but there is a lot that Tesla and those who own a Tesla can do to help.

By Jeremy Johnson Aug 4 2021 - 7:43pm

Tesla Increases Model X/S Prices by $5,000

Tesla has increased the price of its long range Model S and Model X vehicles in the U.S. by $5,000. We think this price increase is due to increased demand and lack of supplies overall. Let's see what others have to say about this!

By Tinsae Aregay Aug 4 2021 - 6:54am

Breaking: Tesla To Begin Fully Drivable Refreshed Model Y Test Vehicle Production At Giga Texas

An inside source familiar with Tesla’s Giga Texas and Giga Berlin construction timelines says - Tesla is planning to start test production of a drivable refreshed Model Y in Giga Texas as early as next week.

By Jeremy Johnson Aug 3 2021 - 6:55pm

Does This Teaser Show a Tesla Dojo Chip?

We have a Tweet from the user, Dennis Hong, a Director at Romela for Robotics and Mechanisms at UCLA, of some kind of computer chip. So far, the consensus is that this is a chip for its Dojo training computer, or some kind of robotics chip. Let's see what people are saying about this.

By Daniel Cappo Aug 2 2021 - 8:14pm

The Model Y Is Quickly Becoming Tesla's Premier Vehicle And The New Design Will Raise Its Stock Even More

The Tesla Model Y came onto the scene just over a year ago, but sky is the limit for this crossover. The upcoming changes to the Model Y will draw more attention to the car.

By Jeremy Johnson Aug 2 2021 - 11:00am

Tesla's Hidden Revenue Sources

I just listened to Rob Mauer from Tesla Daily and he talked about some hidden revenue sources from Tesla. Some of these are not obvious unless you dive into Tesla's 10-Q filing and look. Let's see what he's talking about.

Image of Jaguar I-PACE charging by John Goreham

By John Goreham G+ Aug 2 2021 - 9:46am

What To Do If Your EV Won’t Unplug From a Charger

Your electric vehicle is attached to a charging station or wall-mounted charger, and you cannot pull the handle out. Here’s what to do to make it let go.

By Tinsae Aregay Aug 1 2021 - 6:08pm

Tesla To Discontinue Model 3 After $25,000 Compact Car Begins Production Suggests Rumor

A person with a reliable track record of obtaining insider information from Tesla claims his sources have told him, Tesla is planning to discontinue the Model 3 after the $25,000 compact car (Model 2) begins production.

By Tinsae Aregay Jul 31 2021 - 7:13pm

Tesla To Begin New Compact Car Production At Giga Shanghai By End Of Year

A new rumor out of China suggests, before the end of 2021, Tesla will begin limited production of a brand new compact vehicle designed in China. From previous leaks, we believe the vehicle will be based on the Model 3 chassis.

By Jeremy Johnson Jul 31 2021 - 3:19pm

Tesla Releases FSD v9.1

Tesla released FSD v9.1 (full self-driving version 9.1) yesterday. Version 9.0, the previous version, was released late on Friday, 7/9/2021. That makes 3 weeks between releases. Let's see what's changed.

By Jeremy Johnson Jul 30 2021 - 7:25pm

Do Tesla's Drive Themselves?

I've had people close to me ask the question: "Do Tesla's Drive Themselves?" As a Tesla analyst, the answer to me is obvious, but what I've realized is that the answer is not obvious to others. Let's answer this question.

By Tinsae Aregay Jul 30 2021 - 5:22am

Drones Deployed Over Tesla Megapack Fire In Australia After It Went Ablaze A Day Into Operations

A fire has been reported at Tesla's latest and largest Megapack project in Victoria, Australia. The fire is still raging on and Fire Rescue Victoria says drones have been deployed to aid in the extinguishing effort.

By Jeremy Johnson Jul 29 2021 - 4:49pm

Tesla AI Day - What Are We Going to See?

Elon Musk just announced that Tesla AI (Artificial Intelligence) day will take place on Thursday, August 19, 2021. This is an exciting time for Tesla and Tesla is seeking top talent in the world to join its AI team.

By Daniel Cappo Jul 28 2021 - 9:10pm

It Is Surprising Most Car Dealerships Don't Have Their Own Version Of Tesla Service

Tesla Service is a great thing to utilize especially when you can't afford to spend time taking your car to and from the dealership to be serviced. This is a service that other car dealerships should incorporate more into their respective business models.

By Jeremy Johnson Jul 28 2021 - 1:52pm

Why Tesla Is Moving Stores Out of Malls

Tesla is reducing its footprint of physical service center locations in fancy malls to more of a remote and retail center strategy, rumors say. What does this mean for Tesla and its customers? Let's find out.

By Tinsae Aregay Jul 28 2021 - 11:48am

Tesla Patent Reveals Cybertruck Design Inspiration And Inventors, Elon Musk’s Name Notably Absent

Tesla has been granted a patent for the Cybertruck's design. In the patent application are included reference designs that closely resemble the Cybertruck. Tesla also names several employees as designers but there is no mention of Elon Musk.

By Jeremy Johnson Jul 27 2021 - 3:44pm

Elon Musk: One of the Most Valuable Things In the History of Civilization

Tesla had its earnings report for Q2, 2021 yesterday and it crushed expectations. During the earnings call, Elon Musk said something that I think most people probably glossed over. And it was related to autonomous driving and robotaxis. Let's see what this is and what the implications are.

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