Tesla News
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Electric cars cost an average 47% more than internal-combustion cars but are driven 29% less, according to the analysis.
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Ford adopts Tesla charge port for future EVs, Supercharger access soon
Say farewell to CCS in Ford EVs. Next-generation models will have the familiar Tesla port built in, with charging at Tesla Supercharger stations requiring no adapter.
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CarMax: Owners trading in Civic for Model 3, Prius for Leaf
Toyota was also the most trade-in brand for EVs, with the Tacoma near the top for models traded in.
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Tesla data: Model S/X go 88% of original range at 200,000 miles
Tesla's chart suggests that its customers aren't experiencing much range loss over the full lives of their vehicles.
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Tesla prices drop again, base Model 3 now at $41,380
The lower price effectively brings the cost of an entry-level rear-wheel-drive Model 3 to well under $40,000 when considering its $3,750 EV tax credit amount.
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Tesla Model Y cost now dips below average new vehicle, EV or not
Tesla's days of record margins per vehicle may be limited, as legacy automakers use higher-profit gasoline models to position for more profitable EVs.
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For the second quarter in a row, Tesla has produced significantly more vehicles than it has delivered to customers—although it's unclear what this says about supply and demand.
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NHTSA investigates Tesla Model X seatbelt failures
An issue with possible seatbelt failures in 2022 and 2023 Tesla Model X electric SUVs could affect up to 50,000 vehicles.
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Tesla Model 3 leads a nosedive in used EV prices
Average used Model 3 asking prices are down 21.5% since Sept. 2022, making it the used car that has taken the steepest pricing nosedive in the past six months.
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Tesla owners sue over parts-and-service monopoly
Does Tesla violate antitrust laws by forcing owners to use its own service centers and parts supply?
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NHTSA investigating Tesla Model Y steering wheel detachment
No incidents or injuries were reported with the two instances the agency is aware of, but it’s looking at the possibility that there may be a wider group of potentially affected vehicles.
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Tesla Model S and Model X prices cut again by up to $10,000
After the price cut, high-performance Tesla Model S and Model X Plaid models cost the same amount.
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Daily home charging could be a lot simpler with inductive wireless charging, and it could help owners take advantage of bidirectional charging tech also on the way.
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Tesla opens some US Superchargers to other EVs, offers CCS retrofit
In the U.S. this is an essential step toward Tesla opening up "a portion" of its network toward models using CCS—and thus claiming federal funds.
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Tesla lineup to get bidirectional charging capability by 2025
With revamped power electronics coming to all Tesla models, bidirectional charging capability may allow owners to use their vehicles as mobile backup-power banks.
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Federal charging standards due: Will Tesla open Supercharger network?
The DOT is expected to detail standards for EV charging infrastructure to qualify for $7.5 billion set aside in the Biden administration's infrastructure law
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Tesla took 11% of 2022 California market—only EVs, no pickups
The Model 3 was the top-selling passenger car, while the Model Y was the top-selling light truck in California, far ahead of Toyota RAV4 sales including hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions.
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Tesla is mulling Mexico plant, report suggests
Ford, General Motors, and Volkswagen already have car factories in Mexico that supply the U.S., while Mexican raw materials sourcing is also expected to satisfy EV tax credit requirements.
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Tesla is claiming to apply some of its manufacturing know-how back to battery cells, in a facility that vastly cuts the investment and space needed for a specific output.
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Tesla heat pump detailed, gives a boost to winter EV range
All Tesla models now have heat pumps—a complete turnaround versus a few years ago when it considered the tech unnecessary.
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Tesla cuts prices across the board up to 20%
After years of price increases, Tesla is cutting prices by up to 20%.
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Report: South Korea fines Tesla $2.2M over cold-weather range
Tesla's lack of communication behind cold-weather range loss appear to be the basis of a fine from a South Korea regulator.
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Report: Used Tesla prices are dropping fast
Tesla vehicles are also sitting on the used-car lot far longer than models from other vehicle brands—an indication that prices may drop more.
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Tesla ups its discount on Model 3 and Model Y to $7,500
Through the end of December, Tesla is offering a $7,500 discount on Model Y and Model 3—although they don't entirely reverse the steep price hikes of the past year.
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