Tesla Model S
The Model S is a large electric sedan and Tesla’s flagship with a maximum range of more than 650 km. It has a 100kWh battery. In base trim, the powertrain features a pair of electric motors, while the top-line Model S Plaid adds a third one for a total of 1,020 horsepower and 0-100 km/h sprints in a ludicrous 2.1 seconds. So-called “Full Self-Driving Capability” is available with the Model S.
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Pre-owned vehicles
10 Good Used Vehicles From 2016
10 Good Used Vehicles From 2016If your budget is only compatible with five or six year-old vehicles, you obviously won’t be able to take advantage of the initial manufacturer’s warranty (unless, for example, you opt for a Mitsubishi model that has a drivetrain coverage of 10 years or 160,000 km). For that reason, choosing a …
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Used Electric Cars: Which Ones Have the Best Range?
Used Electric Cars: Which Ones Have the Best Range?Whether it is brand new or pre-owned, an electric vehicle often boils down to the question: how long does the battery last? This is completely normal for people who make or would like to make the transition from a conventional combustion engine-powered car to fully electric. It must be said …
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Tesla Dramatically Cuts Prices in Canada, Model 3 Regains EV Rebate
Tesla Dramatically Cuts Prices in Canada, Model 3 Regains EV RebateJust like it did in several other countries in recent days, Tesla yesterday dramatically cut prices on its various models in Canada. This comes after the electric vehicle manufacturer failed to meet its delivery forecast for 2022 and lost two-thirds of its market value. Most notably, the Tesla Model 3 …
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Tesla Surprises With $5,000 Credit, Shows Upcoming Swiveling Screen
Tesla Surprises With $5,000 Credit, Shows Upcoming Swiveling ScreenTesla vehicles have received a number of price increases over the past two years, which CEO Elon Musk called an “embarrassing” situation, but there’s a surprise gift for Model 3 and Model Y customers this holiday season. Customers who take delivery between now and December 31 get a $5,000 credit, …
Electric
Consumer Reports Says Most Reliable EVs Come From Tesla, Nissan
Consumer Reports Says Most Reliable EVs Come From Tesla, NissanElectric vehicles are still a fairly new technology. Manufacturers with the most experience in that field are also those that build the most reliable models according to Consumer Reports . Based on its extensive databases and surveys among tens of thousands of vehicle owners, the trusted publication is able to …
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Tesla’s Charging Connector Design Now Open to Everyone
Tesla’s Charging Connector Design Now Open to EveryoneAfter launching a CCS Combo 1 adapter for customers who want to access public charging stations other than its Superchargers, Tesla today announced that it is opening its EV connector design to the world. Remember, this was a longtime promise made by CEO Elon Musk, who has repeatedly said the …
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Tesla to Require Subscription for Navigation After Eight Years
Tesla to Require Subscription for Navigation After Eight YearsSubscription-based features and services in new vehicles are something consumers need to prepare for as more and more automakers seem to be trending in that direction. We recently told you about BMW’s decision to require monthly fees for heated seats in select markets. Now, let’s talk about Tesla . Standard …
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Tesla’s Musk Says “Embarrassing” Prices Could Drop at Some Point
Tesla’s Musk Says “Embarrassing” Prices Could Drop at Some PointNumerous price hikes at Tesla over the past two years have angered a lot of customers. In a conference call to discuss Q2 results this week, CEO Elon Musk admitted that prices are now “at embarrassing levels.” Unsurprisingly, he put much of the blame on supply chain and production disruptions, …
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Tesla Model S Plaid Breaks Speed Record at Trois-Rivieres Airport
Tesla Model S Plaid Breaks Speed Record at Trois-Rivieres AirportA slightly modified Tesla Model S Plaid broke a world speed record for EVs this morning on a landing strip at the Trois-Rivières airport in Quebec. The airport suspended all flights and closed the track in the name of science so that the Tesla owner, Guillaume André, could attempt the …
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Tesla Has the Most American-Made Vehicles on the Road, Again
Tesla Has the Most American-Made Vehicles on the Road, AgainCars.com recently published its latest ranking of the most American-made vehicles on the road, meaning those that are built on U.S. soil using a large number of domestically sourced components including engines and transmissions. For 2022, Tesla tops the list yet again. The Model Y and Model 3 take up …
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Tesla Model S vs. Dodge Challenger
Tesla Model S vs. Dodge Challenger"The best laid plans," as the old saying goes, "often go awry." Well when the Motoring TV team's plans went awry, there was no choice but to head to Graeme Fletcher's stomping grounds for a bit of a showdown. The competitors? The 2014 Tesla Model S and the 2014 Dodge …
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Tesla S vs. Challenger
Tesla S vs. ChallengerAmerican muscle versus American Electric, does it get any better ?? Motoring 2014, Episode 23 …
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Tesla Model S - Cold Weather Performance
Tesla Model S - Cold Weather Performance Chris Porritt, Tesla's VP of Vehicle Engineering, describes the unique features of Model S that make it such a remarkable car in colder climates. From its innovative chassis design, to the instant responsiveness of its electric powertrain, to its state-of-the-art software features, there has never been an all-weather sedan quite …
