Tesla Model Y
The best-selling Model Y is a hit among EV drivers looking for great range (anywhere between 446 km and 525 km) in a practical crossover package. The base RWD model will take you the farthest, while the top-line Performance model will blow you away with 0-100 km/h sprints in 3.7 seconds. Build quality is hit-and-miss, however. A significant refresh is coming sometime in 2025 following a similar update to the Model 3 sedan for 2024.
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5 Used Cars That Are Now More Expensive Than New
5 Used Cars That Are Now More Expensive Than NewThe semiconductor shortage and other supply chain issues that have been lowering new vehicle inventories for several months have slowed depreciation considerably and drastically increased the value of used vehicles. The gap between the two has narrowed to the point where it's sometimes better to buy a brand-new model (not …
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Tesla Model 3, Model Y With RWD Get Much Longer Range, Higher Prices
Tesla Model 3, Model Y With RWD Get Much Longer Range, Higher PricesThe newly imposed 100-percent tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles, effective since October 1, inevitably would cause Tesla to make changes. And there you have it now: there will be no more Model 3 and Model Y units imported to Canada from China. All will come from the U.S. As part …
Electric
Ottawa’s ZEV Incentives More Popular Than Ever So Far in 2024
Ottawa’s ZEV Incentives More Popular Than Ever So Far in 2024Canadians are not letting high prices and interest rates prevent them from getting their hands on a new electric vehicle or plug-in hybrid —thanks to Ottawa. A total of 95,775 Incentives for Zero-Emission Vehicles (iZEV) claims were made by dealers on behalf of customers during the first half of 2024.
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Tesla Announces Big Software Update Coming This Spring
Tesla Announces Big Software Update Coming This SpringTesla has announced a big software update that it plans to roll out in the coming weeks, without being more specific about timing. Here’s what’s in store. First, as you can see on the picture above, the user interface will be revised on Model 3 and Model Y vehicles built …
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Tesla Model Y Prices Go Back Up, but Performance Model Gets Cheaper
Tesla Model Y Prices Go Back Up, but Performance Model Gets CheaperIt’s obviously not the first time Tesla is adjusting prices and it won’t be the last, but the latest move will probably get on the nerves of Model Y customers. On March 15, the company increased prices by $1,000 on two of the popular electric crossover’s trim levels—only six weeks …
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IIHS Names the Safest Vehicles in 2024, Here's the Full List
IIHS Names the Safest Vehicles in 2024, Here's the Full ListJust like it does every year in late February, the U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has released its list of the safest vehicles on the market. For 2024, even fewer names receive the top award. Why? Because the IIHS has once again strengthened its requirements, challenging manufacturers to …
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Study Reveals Least Expensive Car Brands and Models to Maintain
Study Reveals Least Expensive Car Brands and Models to MaintainA vehicle’s reliability and maintenance costs are still a top priority for many shoppers. In fact, seeing the increased prices at service departments and independent repair shops, you could definitely say they’ve never had more weight in the purchase decision. But how can you know which brands or models are …
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Tesla Model Y is Now Just as Cheap as Model 3 in Canada
Tesla Model Y is Now Just as Cheap as Model 3 in CanadaTesla is doing it again. Following a couple of price cuts last year, the popular Model Y compact crossover has gotten even cheaper now. The MSRP for the entry-level, single-motor RWD variant was recently slashed $4,000 to $53,990 (not including freight, PDI and other fees), making it just as affordable …
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Tesla Model Y Was the World’s Best-Selling Vehicle in 2023
Tesla Model Y Was the World’s Best-Selling Vehicle in 2023The Tesla Model Y was the best-selling vehicle in the world in 2023, moving ahead of the Toyota RAV4 thanks to prices that keep going down, according to preliminary figures posted by Jato Dynamics on Thursday. It’s the first time ever an EV ranks number one globally. Final sales results …
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We Talk About Cars with Martin-Luc Archambault
We Talk About Cars with Martin-Luc ArchambaultWilliam Clavey climbs aboard Martin-Luc's Tesla Model X. They talk about electric and autonomous cars.
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Exclusive! - Fremont Tesla Factory Visit
Exclusive! - Fremont Tesla Factory VisitThe Car Guide was given the special privilege of visiting the Tesla Fremont factory. We are providing you with a quick glimpse on how the Tesla is built and we will be publishing a more detailed video in coming weeks on this exclusive experience.
Motoring TV
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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Tip of the Week - What does Bill think of the Tesla?
Tip of the Week - What does Bill think of the Tesla?Bill gets his first look at the Tesla S and has some thoughts on what it means to mechanics like him. Motoring 2014, Episode 23 …
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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 …