Tesla News
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The 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 recalls 15,000 early Model X vehicles for power-steering issueRoughly the first year of Model X production is potentially affected by an issue that could lead to the loss of power steering assist.
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2020 Tesla Model Y gets a better city efficiency rating than Model 3EPA ratings released yesterday confirm that the Tesla Model Y has nearly the range of the Model 3—and some unexpected advantages.
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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 3 and Model S rise in annual reliability survey, now "Recommended"Consumer Reports still doesn't rate Tesla high for reliability as a brand, but the Model 3 and Model S now get a positive endorsement.
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Tesla Model 3 is approved for NYC yellow cab dutyNew York has approved the Model 3 to be one of its full-fledged yellow cabs, bearing the prized taxi medallion.
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Tesla electric cars have earned a reputation for protecting their occupants, and a video released from the company helps show how and why.
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Will Tesla's purchase of battery maker lead to proprietary cells?A series of moves, including the acquisition of Maxwell Technologies, and now Canada's Hibar, indicate that the company may be readying its own cells.
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Tesla already topped half a million Smart SummonsWith its new Software Version 10, Tesla has introduced a Smart Summon feature to a portion of its owners. Some results are amusing; others are frightening.
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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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Shop keeps Tesla Roadsters going strong without factory supportTesla Roadster owners have come to worship a mechanic in Seattle who helped train technicians when the Roadster was new.
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Why the Porsche Taycan electric car won't have one-pedal drivingTesla one-pedal driving doesn’t apply in the 2020 Porsche Taycan electric car—or any upcoming EV from the sports-car brand.
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The Chinese government has given Tesla an exemption from a purchase tax, applying to all of its current vehicles.
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Tesla launches insurance product—only in CaliforniaTesla has introduced its own insurance product, covering Model S, Model X, Model 3, and Roadster, only if they're owned and only in California.
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Walmart lawsuit takes aim at Tesla solar panels (Updated)Walmart sued Tesla on Tuesday, alleging that solar panels that Tesla installed on seven Walmart stores caught fire. The lawsuit accuses Tesla of breach of contract, negligence, and failing to live up to industry standards, according to the court filing. Walmart alleges that the fires resulted in...
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Tesla offers new solar rental programA rental program for Tesla could help get solar into more houses while the company works to ramp up its much-anticipated solar roof.
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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 hiking prices for Full Self-Driving by $1,000 for some ownersTesla is raising the price of its Full Self-Driving Capability driver-assistance system by $1,000 for owners with Enhanced Autopilot who want to upgrade.
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With the Megapack, wind and solar farms will be able to cut down on the number of individual energy-storage units.
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Tesla CTO and battery mastermind JB Straubel exitsJB Straubel, one of the co-founders of Tesla, has stepped down from his CTO role with the company, although he will stay on as a senior advisor.
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Amid scrutiny, Tesla sees higher margins ahead for Model Y, China-built Model 3Wall Street analysts drilled Tesla about the profitability and margins of its vehicles, as the automaker posted a huge loss despite record deliveries.
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Superchargers at the Strip: Tesla rolls out first entire V3 station in Las VegasTesla has opened its first Supercharger DC fast-charging station that's entirely stocked with its higher-power V3 hardware.
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How much extra would you pay for a truly self-driving car? Twitter poll resultsGiven Tesla's future intent to create revenue-generating robo-taxis, how much value does Full Self-Driving add up to right now?
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2019 Tesla Model 3 crash test secures 5-star safety for entire lineupWith the crash-testing of a 2019 Tesla Model 3 Dual Motor Long Range, NHTSA has extended the Model 3's top ratings to the entire lineup.
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