This definitely says something grand about all-electric powertrains. We’ll start by saying that we don’t believe any car that’s intended to be driven on public roads should accelerate at supercar speeds. It’s simply unnecessary. However, at the same time, we disagree with people who say the zero-to-60-mph metric is useless. They argue that top speed…
Tesla beat analyst estimates for total deliveries in the first quarter, despite the difficulties caused by COVID-19 in the U.S. and China. Tesla reported combined deliveries of 76,200 Model 3 sedans and Model Y cross-over SUVs, and combined deliveries of 12,200 Model S and X vehicles. Taking the pandemic into account, Wall Street expected combined…
Tesla announced earlier this month that owners of Model S and Model X vehicles built March 2018 or earlier are eligible for a $2,500 “Infotainment Upgrade.” TMC Member zanary picked up his 2017 Model S from the service center Monday with a fresh install of the new computer, the same you’ll find a brand new…
As Jake Fisher of Consumer Reports once told us, that does not mean Tesla had quality improvements though. Tesla is the car brand with the highest owner satisfaction, according to the latest Consumer Reports (CR) Owner Satisfaction Survey. While this is something to celebrate, it is not the first time Tesla achieved this honor. Since…
Tesla has officially built a million cars. Chief Executive Elon Musk posted a photo this week posing with employees surrounding the vehicle, a shiny red Model Y. The new crossover is the fifth all-electric model that Tesla has produced since its founding in 2003. The Tesla Roadster brought the company into existence, then the Model…
Model S and Model X vehicles are getting a new “Range Boost” software and a new display that aims to more accurately present the car’s range. Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk acknowledged the new feature on Twitter Wednesday after a Reddit users shared details of the update. The software update, version 2020.4.11, boosts he Model…
Tesla will now offer a computer hardware update for older versions of the Model S and Model X that will improve the infotainment system. Owners of Model S and Model X vehicles built March 2018 or earlier will be eligible to purchase an “Infotainment Upgrade,” Tesla said in a blog post. The $2,500 upgrade will give owners…
There was a theory that it was required by some countries, but that is not the case. Part of the fascination most people have with Tesla vehicles is the fact that they behave like computers on wheels. All it requires for some improvements is an over-the-air update. There are famous cases of that, but there…
This glossary of paint protection film terms is essential reading if you’re searching for the right PPF dealer to trust with your Tesla. It will help you get a lot more out of your conversations with the pros, so that you’re equipped with excellent information to guide you in your decisions. Glossary of Paint Protection…
500 miles seems impossible, but that’s what a new rumor suggests. Reportedly, someone who works for Tesla apprised Twitter user Zack (@BLKMDL3) that a 120-kWh battery pack is coming this summer, which could give the Tesla Model S a 500-mile range and the Model X 400 miles. Let’s keep in mind here that this is…
