Despite hyping the product for a year and half, it is fairly clear that Tesla doesn’t want to sell its new cheaper Model Y. At least, in the US. Here’s why. Remember the Cybertruck RWD? Tesla launched the new cheaper version of the Cybertruck in April for $10,000 less than the AWD and about $20,000… Continue reading Tesla doesn’t want to sell its new cheaper Model Y, here’s why
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Dumb Tesla news: “affordable” new Model Y costs $2,000 more than before
On today’s incredibly frustrating episode of Quick Charge, Tesla is making it easier than ever to make fun of them by rolling out a new, “affordable” Model Y that costs $2,000 more than the “expensive” one did last week, thanks to the cancellation of the $7,500 tax credit that Elon Musk (the guy who is… Continue reading Dumb Tesla news: “affordable” new Model Y costs $2,000 more than before
Nissan’s next electric SUV may actually come from Ford or another major automaker
The next electric SUV you buy from Nissan might actually be a Ford. Nissan is considering partnering with Ford or another major automaker on an electrified version of the Rogue SUV. Nissan looks to Ford and others for its new electric SUV After its tie-up with Honda fell through earlier this year, it looks like… Continue reading Nissan’s next electric SUV may actually come from Ford or another major automaker
Tesla releases new more affordable Model 3/Y that cost $2k+ more than last week
Tesla’s new ‘more affordable models’ have been released, and they’re stripped-down versions of the Model 3 and Model Y. They’re currently the cheapest cars in Tesla’s lineup at base price of $37k and $40k. But that price is actually more expensive than the cars were a week ago in the US, due to the expiration… Continue reading Tesla releases new more affordable Model 3/Y that cost $2k+ more than last week
Tesla releases FSD v14, first major update in a year, here’s what it can do
Tesla has started to release its (Supervised) Full Self-Driving (FSD) v14 update, its first significant update in a year, to customers. Here are the full release notes: In late 2024, Tesla began rolling out FSD v13 to owners with the latest HW4 computers installed in their vehicles. It has been the last significant update to… Continue reading Tesla releases FSD v14, first major update in a year, here’s what it can do
The cheapest Tesla ever is right around the corner – is it enough to hold back GM?
On today’s budget-conscious episode of Quick Charge, we’re building up to the reveal of a new, more affordable Tesla Model Y tomorrow that will almost definitely not be a cheap pile of misaligned plastic body parts with inconsistent panel gaps that’s utterly incapable of turning the tide on Tesla’s global decline. Plus, we’ve got news… Continue reading The cheapest Tesla ever is right around the corner – is it enough to hold back GM?
A new Nissan LEAF NISMO could be coming — this time with the upgraded model
Nissan is tossing around the idea of a new Nissan LEAF NISMO again, but this time it will be based the newly upgraded version. Is Nissan launching a new LEAF NISMO EV? I know, we’ve all heard this one before. Nissan has been talking about launching a LEAF NISMO for years now. And it has… Continue reading A new Nissan LEAF NISMO could be coming — this time with the upgraded model
Everything we know about Tesla’s new model launching this week
Tesla is planning to launch a new vehicle this week, which is expected to be a new base variant of the Model Y – often referred to as a “stripped-down Model Y.” Here’s everything we know about the new electric vehicle. Tesla’s new “more affordable models” Tesla has been talking about launching new “more affordable… Continue reading Everything we know about Tesla’s new model launching this week
Tesla is in hot water for mishandling insurance claims
California is taking significant enforcement action against Tesla Insurance, alleging the company has been systematically failing to handle claims properly and harming its customers in the state. The California Department of Insurance announced the action, threatening to revoke Tesla’s license to operate in the state and impose significant fines. This isn’t the first time we’ve… Continue reading Tesla is in hot water for mishandling insurance claims
Tesla teases stripped-down Model Y expected to be unveiled on Tuesday
Tesla appears to be teasing its upcoming stripped-down Model Y, which is now expected to be unveiled on Tuesday, October 7th. Yesterday, Tesla teased a product unveiling planned for October 7th with a cryptic image of what appears to be a wheel, or wheel cover, or a fan spinning. Now, Tesla has released a second… Continue reading Tesla teases stripped-down Model Y expected to be unveiled on Tuesday