Tesla Model S News
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The latest Tesla recall requires the EV owners to make a visit to the dealer.
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Tesla Model S Plaid reports for police dutyThe quickest cop car is now a Tesla thanks to Unplugged Performance.
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Tesla data: Model S/X go 88% of original range at 200,000 milesTesla's chart suggests that its customers aren't experiencing much range loss over the full lives of their vehicles.
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Over 40,000 Tesla vehicles recalled for steering issueRecent changes to the "calibration values" for the vehicles' electric power steering could lead to a sudden loss of steering assist. Tesla has already deployed an over-the-air fix.
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Tesla hits mute on "Boombox" feature, was drowning out federally mandated pedestrian warning soundsThe EV maker will issue an over-the-air software update to disable Boombox mode while vehicles are in drive, neutral, or reverse.
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Tesla Model S Plaid gets Nürburgring-tuned Track Mode for better coolingTesla has put the focus on cooling in a new Track Mode for the Model S Plaid, also boosting torque vectoring and adding a more aggressive suspension calibration.
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The consumer publication warns that Tesla's yoke could be difficult—and potentially dangerous—even after getting used to it.
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Tesla delivers first Model S Plaid models without a steering wheelThe yoke-style steering wheel, a regular sight in racing and science-fiction, is a first for a regular production car that regulators, safety groups, and the insurance industry haven't yet fully assessed.
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2021 Tesla Model S: Range up to 412 miles, Plaid claimed quickest production car everThe Tesla Model S Plaid delivery event included no mention of other products or the company's much-anticipated 4680 cells.
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Tesla cancels Model S Plaid+ ahead of event: What about 520+ miles of range?Tesla CEO Elon Musk has announced the cancellation of the Plaid+ version of the Model S due to go more than 500 miles on a charge.
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2021 Tesla Model S Plaid due for reveal and first deliveries June 10Although a Plaid+ model with more than 520 miles of range won't arrive until 2022, Tesla is due to roll out new Model S Plaid and Long Range models very soon.
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Tesla Model S convertible conversion could be best alternative to overdue RoadsterAlthough this Model S ragtop is a one-off build, the Italian firm Ares design is showing its potential to custom-create a body style that Tesla hasn't prioritized.
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The three-motor Model S Plaid promises a massive leap ahead in range and performance, though it won't arrive until 2021.
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Tesla Model S Long Range Plus: 400-mile range an electric-car firstThe first electric car to claim a 400-mile EPA range rating is the 2020 Tesla Model S Long Range Plus.
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EPA refutes Musk's claim that 400-mile Tesla Model S range test was compromisedHas Tesla already been delivering vehicles that hit the magic 400-mile range mark?
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Tesla Model S and X Long Range Plus deliver more range: S gets 390 milesThe Model S Long Range Plus nudges even closer to the 400 miles CEO Elon Musk has suggested is in the near future.
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Tesla says unintended acceleration claims are "completely false"Tesla also alleges that the petition claiming an alarmingly high rate of such reports was brought on by a short-seller of the company's stock.
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Tesla Model S laps Laguna Seca, Musk promises "Plaid" editionAn upcoming Plaid edition of the Model S and Model X would introduce a three-motor system, bringing even stronger performance.
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Two premium electric cars from Tesla and Porsche offer similar acceleration numbers and overall dimensions but vary greatly in many other ways.
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Tesla faces lawsuit over software that cut range from some carsA California case alleges that a recent software update reduced range and available battery capacity in lieu of a battery fix.
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Tesla brings back free Supercharging to juice high-end sales of Model S and Model XOwners of new Model S and Model X vehicles will receive free lifetime Supercharging for their cars.
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Tesla drops base Model S and X, again, in latest model-line shakeupTo mitigate the effect of lower federal tax credits for electric cars, Tesla is dropping the prices of its Long Range Model S and X while axing Standard Range versions.
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No updates for Tesla Model S, Model X, says MuskTesla CEO Elon Musk ruled out the possibility of a refreshed Model S or Model X but confirms there will be "a series of minor ongoing changes."
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Report: Tesla to build Model Y in Fremont, release Model S refresh in SeptemberTesla could be stepping a refresh of the Model S up to September, and planning to make the Model Y crossover in California.
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