[vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0SiDbqOYGx0″ video_title=”1″][vc_column_text]Another Model 3 test drive was captured this week, giving those anxious for the car’s final configuration a tease. The most notable elements of the release candidate are additional sensors mounted on the C-Pillar of the car, a feature not found on other models. Video of the black Tesla Model 3 release candidate was… Continue reading Tesla Model 3 Spotted on Open Road
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Morgan Stanley Analyst Says Tesla Innovation Threatens ‘Technological Obsolescence’ for 250M Cars
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jqza-1VnBVE” video_title=”1″][vc_column_text]Morgan Stanley analyst Adam Jonas discussed the potential of electric vehicles, autonomous vehicles and car sharing during an interview on CNBV. Jonas said the pace of innovation in vehicles, particularly around self-driving technology, could quickly render many cars on roadways obsolete.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
Tesla Launches New Corporate Fleet Program
Tesla has announced a corporate fleet program, touting its vehicles as “perfect company cars.” On a new webpage for the program the company outlines both driver and corporate benefits: Driver Benefits 7,500 Federal Tax Credit Various State Incentives Preferential Parking Spots Fewer maintenance intervals Car Pool lane access (various states) Low fuel costs and long… Continue reading Tesla Launches New Corporate Fleet Program
No AWD for Model 3 in 2017
Dual motor all-wheel-drive will not be an option for Model 3s produced this year, Tesla CEO Elon Musk said in a tweet. The news will likely disappoint those with Model 3 reservations who hoped to see the upgrade available in the early run of vehicles. Musk said Tesla is “minimizing configuration complexity to keep the… Continue reading No AWD for Model 3 in 2017
Musk Teases Near-Final Model 3 Test Drive
Tesla CEO Elon Musk released a new video of a Tesla 3 release candidate on its first drive. The video gives us the most up-to-date look at the highly anticipated sedan. First drive of a release candidate version of Model 3 pic.twitter.com/zcs6j1YRa4 — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) March 24, 2017
Video: Model 3 Prototype Sighting
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Tesla customizing shop Unplugged Performance has posted a video to TMC of a silver Model 3 prototype cruising near the SpaceX Hyperloop track in Hawthorne, California. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://www.facebook.com/unpluggedperformance/videos/vb.615193078553568/1442133315859536/?type=3&theater” video_title=”1″ max_width=”1200″ align=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
Tesla President Jon McNeill Says 300 Approved Body Shops Will Be Added in Weeks
Jon McNeill, Tesla’s President of Global Sales and Services, has responded on the TMC forum to concerns and complaints over service delays in certified third-party repair shops. Notably, McNeill said Tesla will add 300 approved body shops in the next few weeks, and will “eliminate” underperforming body shops. McNeill posted on a discussion about a blog post… Continue reading Tesla President Jon McNeill Says 300 Approved Body Shops Will Be Added in Weeks
Live Chat Added To MyTesla Page
Tesla has rolled out Live Chat for it’s MyTesla webpage, aiming to to help owners solve problems more efficiently. The page now includes a red chat bar located in the lower right corner of the screen that enables a live chat with a Tesla representative.
Supercharger Network Gets Live Status
In a recent update, Tesla introduced “Live Status” updates that will let owners see how full a Supercharger station is before arriving. First reported on the TMC forum, the in-car map of Supercharger stations now shows a bar that grows as more and more spots are filled.
Tesla Redesigns Mobile App
Tesla has launched a completely redesigned mobile application that aims to streamline access to information and frequently used controls. The new design did not add additional features, just cosmetic and interface changes. The redesigned app is now available for both iOS and Android.