Tesla NewsAll News
Get the latest Tesla news on the electric automaker’s newest models, the latest rumors and reports about CEO Elon Musk. With the Model S on sale, the Model X crossover and Model 3 sedan are on their way.
Browse by News Category
Tesla Model S Signature Series Sold Out
Despite costing almost as much as the discontinued Roadster, the $105,40 Tesla Model S Signature Performance model is sold out according to the company.
Tesla Model S Deliveries Start One Month Early
Arguably the most successful startup company to build and sell electric vehicles, Tesla is beginning delivery of its second car today: the Model S sedan.
The 400 Mile Range Electric Car is Here: Tesla Model S
Customers who buy the new Tesla Model S, due out in a month’s time, could enjoy the longest range of any EV to date according to CEO Elon Musk, though you’ll definitely never achieve the 400-mile potential range.
Tesla Model S Deliveries to Begin Next Month
Tesla is reportedly just one month away from getting its Model S sedan into customers hands. According to sources, the vehicle only needs to finish its crash tests before deliveries will begin.
Tesla Roadster Won on Las Vegas Penny Slots
Against the odds, a letter carrier in Las Vegas won a Tesla Roadster playing penny slots. Needless to say, the odds of winning a six-figure prize by playing those games are stacked against you.
NHTSA To Hold Safety Meeting On Electric Vehicle Lithium-Ion Batteries
A series of very public Li-ion defect related incidents have caused the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) decision to hold a meeting with automakers and battery suppliers with regards to the safety of the new technology.
Tesla Model S Goes Cold Weather Testing – Video
Many are anxiously awaiting the arrival of the Tesla Model S, mostly to see if it will live up to its hype. The new electric sedan recently went through its paces in cold weather examination with the American automaker saying, “After days of rigorous testing, we left more confident than ever that Model S will…
Toyota RAV4-EV Immune to “Bricking”
Following up on Tesla’s battery problems, we got a chance to talk to Toyota about the upcoming RAV4-EV. Toyota has been working closely with Tesla in developing their electric crossover. We were curious to see if the issue that is now worrying owners of Tesla Roadsters will be a problem with Toyota’s vehicle as well….
Tesla Says Newer Models Less Prone to “Bricking”
Tesla has been weathering a storm of questions regarding its Tesla Roadsters ‘bricking’. Earlier today, the company posted an entry in its blog explaining the situation, and claiming that newer models can last significantly longer without being plugged in. The blog post titled “Plug It In” reminds Tesla Roadster owners to plug in their vehicles…
Is Your Electric Vehicle at Risk of Bricking? Know the Facts
The recent stories of the Tesla Roadster “bricking” will likely cause owners of other electric vehicles to worry. We’ve managed to track down and get a comment about the measures in place that can prevent other EVs from becoming damaged like the Tesla. A “bricked” car is a lot like a bricked gadget. It can’t…
Tesla Roadster Top Gear Lawsuit Thrown Out
Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson is paid to piss you off, it’s what he does best. Maybe someone should have forwarded the memo to Tesla’s CEO, Elon Musk. Musk probably should have taken Top Gear’s pot shots with a laugh and kept doing business, but it’s easy to understand why he might be feeling defensive….
Tesla Roadsters Can Become ‘Bricked’, Cost $40,000 to Fix
The term “bricked” is often used with smartphones and other devices that can become completely unusable and are essentially, well… just a brick. To hear that terminology being used by an automaker is a little disconcerting, especially when that automaker sells cars that cost over $100,000. If the battery is ever completely discharged in a…
Tesla To Supply Powertrain For Future Electric Mercedes-Benz
Some may remember in 2009, Daimler purchased a 10 percent stake in Tesla for the joint development of a Smart EV. Once again, Tesla and Daimler will once again collaborate on a new project, this time an electric Mercedes-Benz. Tesla’s fourth-quarter earnings report revealed details regarding its role as the full powertrain supplier for a…
Tesla Model S Will Not be Available to Media Before Release
One of the great perks of becoming an automotive journalist is the opportunity to get behind the wheel of practically any new car on the market, whether it be the latest Porsche or a Pagani Huayra. However, Tesla has chosen not to oblige. According to Tesla CEO Elon Musk during an announcement last night, no…
Tesla Model X Gets $40 Million in Advance Orders
Tesla Motors unveiled its Model X all-electric SUV last Thursday and announced that the order books would open the following day. That Friday, the Model X racked up an impressive $40 million in pre-orders. The debut generated serious industry buzz, thanks in part to the SUV’s unique doors. The falcon wings, which open like gull…
Next Generation Tesla Roadster Won’t Come Until 2015
Tesla is currently making headlines with the debut of the new Model X, but many are probably wondering when the next generation Roadster is coming. Well, apparently not anytime soon, according to Tesla Chairman and CEO Elon Musk. Musk disclosed on Thursday that a replacement roadster won’t come until Tesla has launched its “Gen 3”…
Tesla Model X Revealed
Well, it has finally arrived. After all the hype and teasers Tesla has unveiled its Model X all electric SUV at the Tesla design studio in California. Well, we thought it would be an SUV, but after having a look, its probably safe to say its more of a crossover than anything. The model X…
Tesla Model X Second Teaser Revealed by CEO
The all-electric Tesla Model X will debut today at 8 p.m. Pacific Standard Time at Tesla’s design studio in California. Mere hours before the official unveil Tesla founder and CEO, Elon Musk tweeted a new teaser photo which shows off what are being called the Model X’s falcon wing doors. The new picture doesn’t give…
2012 Tesla Model S Video Previews EV Launch
In the meantime, in order to try and keep the Model S the hot topic of conversation, Tesla has released this video, in which designer Franz von Holhausen and sales supremo George Blankenship discuss the merits of the all-electric, high performance sedan.
Tesla Model X Teaser Photos Released
The new Tesla Model X crossover will be unveiled officially on February the ninth, but for the restless Tesla Fan, teaser photos have been released which showcase just a little bit of the new crossover’s styling. The teaser photo shows us the front design lines as well as a little bit of the front end, which looks…
Tesla Model X to Debut February 9th
After every auto show there’s normally a lull in new product news as media and PR folks alike decompress. That won’t be the case with this year’s Chicago Auto Show, however, with the reveal of electric car maker Tesla’s new crossover the day after the Chi-town press day. The reveal won’t be anywhere near Chicago…
Tesla Touts Success of New Stores, Plans to Add 12 More
In anticipation of the launch of its new Model S electric luxury sedan later this year, Tesla has been busy expanding its retail network to meet supply. “We added six new stores in the U.S. last year, four in the last quarter,” said George Blankenship, VP of sales and ownership experience, speaking during a conference…
Tesla Executive Changes “Misconstrued” Says CEO Elon Musk
Tesla CEO Elon Musk held an emergency conference call today to address concerns after news broke of two key executives leaving the company last week, sparking a 19 percent decline in the electric car maker’s stock value. Addressing investors and media, Musk apologized for how the news came across and denied accusations that Tesla was…
Tesla Stock Plunges as Top Executives Leave
Stock values for the Palo Alto, California based Tesla Motors took a nose dive after the official announcement of two executives would be leaving the company. A couple of months before Tesla plans to launch its all electric Model S sedan, Ricardo Reyes, a spokesman for the company, announced the departure of two individuals who were involved…
