Deliveries of the Tesla Model Y are now underway, and new Model Y owners are starting to test the new electric SUV. Doug De Muro has made the most in-depth look at Model Y so far. In the 32 minutes video he calls the Model Y “the Tesla Everyone is wait…
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Tesla rolls out “Express” and “Direct Drop” vehicle delivery option to adjust to changing times
Tesla has expanded its vehicle delivery options to adjust to the ever-changing conditions due to the coronavirus outbreak. Customers looking to take delivery of a Tesla can choose between an “Express,” “Direct Drop,” or “Tesla Direct” method. The company first rolled out its Tesla Direct program last summer as a means to deliver vehicles to […]
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Tesla Model Y owner discovers new Heat Pump after frunk “teardown”
Tesla Model Y saw the introduction of a new heat pump that’s designed to be more energy-efficient and provides a more reliable range in cold weather conditions. Until now, the Model Y heat pump was only seen in the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual, however, we now have a first look at the actual mechanism inside the […]
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Tesla Model Y owner crushes advertised 0-60 mph time in real-world test
Real-world 0-60 mph acceleration tests of the Tesla Model Y Performance are proving that the all-electric crossover is quicker than what the company advertises. Tesla claims in its online configurator for the Model Y that the dual-motor Performance variant can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds. This is the case for both […]
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Tesla Model Y trailer hitch cover plate reveals room for towing down the road
There’s been many questions around Tesla Model Y’s trailer hitch and its ability to tow ever since a cover plate was first detected on the rear bumper. However, as new Model Y customers began their comprehensive first reviews and question the vehicle’s ability to tow, combined with indications from the Tesla Model Y Owner’s Manual […]
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Hypnotic look at a Tesla Model Y getting a XPEL Paint Protection Film (PPF) treatment
One of the first accessories for many Tesla owners is a paint protection film (PPF) or ceramic coating that helps in reducing the risk of exterior paint damage on their new vehicle. Famed detailer in the San Francisco Bay Area OCDetailing, arguably best known for their paint correction and exterior wrap/coating services for Tesla owners, […]
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Tesla Model Y uses a heat pump to reduce range loss in cold weather
Cold weather poses a challenge for EVs (though hardly a deal-breaker, as thousands of Norwegian drivers can attest). Not only does battery performance take a hit in low temperatures, but the resistance heating systems used in most EVs consume power, reducing range. Tesla has addressed that issue with the design of the Model Y, which… Read more »
Tesla targeted by Japanese electronics giant in cryptic lawsuit claiming patent infringement
Japanese electronics giant Sharp has filed a lawsuit against American electric car maker Tesla, alleging that the onboard communications equipment installed on the Model S, 3, and X are infringing on its patents. Sharp’s Tesla lawsuit comes not long after the Japanese firm also filed a case against TV-maker Vizio and smartphone-maker Oppo, also accusing […]
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NHTSA looks to expedite self driving vehicle development with latest rule change
The advent of full self-driving technologies may soon get a boost from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In a recent announcement, the agency stated that it was proposing sweeping changes to safety requirements in the US that could, in turn, accelerate the development and rollout of autonomous vehicles without human controls. As noted […]
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Tesla Model Y Performance full review shows the crossover’s sporty and practical versatility
The first full review of the Tesla Model Y is an eye-opening look at how the company’s first all-electric crossover has the performance of a Porsche but with the practicality of a sport utility vehicle. Throttle House’s James Engelsman had the opportunity to conduct a full review of a Tesla Model Y with the “Performance […]
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