Tesla’s instant torque saves Model 3 owner from near-miss crash in traffic

One of the biggest advantages of electric vehicles from a performance standpoint is their ability to produce instant torque. Some may even consider it a safety feature, as some alert Tesla owners have discovered. The video uploaded on YouTube by Quan Nguyen on September 7 features a dash cam perspective from a Tesla Model 3 […]

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Tesla Model 3 battles Toyota Supra, Audi e-tron, and Jaguar I-PACE in 4-way bout

A Tesla Model 3 was recently involved in a four-way battle that featured two premium electric vehicles and one of the most interesting sports cars to come out of Japan in years — the Toyota Supra. Through a drag race, a rolling race, and a braking test, the Model 3 proved that it takes far […]

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The Tesla and the Porsche: How much does EV driveability matter?

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Tesla Model 3 Performance effortlessly passes roaring Corvette during hot lap

A Tesla Model 3 Performance in Track Mode is definitely a testament to the company’s streamlined engineering, but a big part of all that capability is the fun it provides to those who get to experience it. One owner recently took a Model 3 Performance with some track-focused modifications for a run at Pocono Raceway […]

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Tesla Model 3 Performance tries out Porsche’s 0-90-0 mph aircraft carrier challenge

A few days before the Porsche Taycan official unveiling event, the German auto maker debuted a video demonstrating some impressive speed capabilities of the new all-electric sports car on a very special “track” for the occasion. The American aircraft carrier USS Hornet played host to a 0-90-0 mph acceleration and braking test, which clocked 10.7 […]

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Paul Rudd joins Tesla Model 3 “Junk in the Trunk” challenge to help kids in need

There have been a lot of Tesla giveaways, but this one takes the cake in terms of the most unique prizes that comes packaged with the all-electric Model 3. With the help of some celebrity friends, Ant-Man star, Paul Rudd of the Marvel cinematic universe is giving away a Model 3, packed full of one-of-a-kind […]

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Tesla Model S to take on famed Nürburgring circuit, says Elon Musk

Tesla will be officially bringing its flagship Model S to Nürburgring in Western Germany sometime next week, said Tesla CEO Elon Musk in a recent Twitter announcement. Musk’s announcement comes just a day after German automaker Porsche launched its first all-electric sports car, the Taycan, whose range-topping, track-capable Turbo S trim is capable of going […]

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Elon Musk and Tesla troll Volkswagen and Porsche in witty tweets

Tesla and Elon Musk’s followers on Twitter were able to see the two accounts take a subtle dig at Volkswagen and Porsche on Wednesday. “Can we all just agree that pumping out carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, particulate matter, nitrogen oxide, and sulphur dioxide from cars on all the streets around the world is maybe a […]

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Elon Musk charms China’s social media with frugal food, accommodation choices

Elon Musk’s visit to China was productive. He visited Gigafactory 3, attended an AI conference, and met with several government officials. Yet, after his trip, Musk left the country with more respect from China’s social media users, particularly because, of all things, his frugal accommodations and food choices.  Musk is no stranger to discomfort. During […]

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Tesla Model 3 dashcam captures frightening high-speed bike breakdown

Driving at high speed on the highway could seem like a normal, unremarkable activity for most drivers, but sometimes, things transpire that give a stark reminder of how unpredictable the roads could be. One such incident was recently experienced by a Tesla Model 3 owner, when his vehicle’s built-in dashcam captured the moment a bike […]

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