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Recalls Tesla recalls 1.09m vehicles for windows that could pinch occupants

Tesla recalls 1.09m vehicles for windows that could pinch occupants

An over-the-air software update fixes the problem.
By Brian Potter 23 September 2022
Industry Report: Tesla production/sales in China is near a record level

Report: Tesla production/sales in China is near a record level

Preliminary data indicates roughly 77,000 MIC Model 3 and Model Y sales in August.
By Brian Potter 05 September 2022
13:57 Crashes / Wrecks Watch Tesla Model 3 get backed over and crushed by American school bus

Watch Tesla Model 3 get backed over and crushed by American school bus

Sadly, the Tesla had nowhere to go, and the bus basically climbed the front end of the Model 3.
By Brian Potter 29 August 2022
00:29 Crashes / Wrecks Must-see video: Tesla Model 3 destroyed in a massive hailstorm

Must-see video: Tesla Model 3 destroyed in a massive hailstorm

Hail destroyed the panoramic glass roof and water started to leak inside.
By Brian Potter 25 August 2022
14:45 Buying Tips UK: This Volkswagen owner sold his ID.3 for a Tesla Model 3

UK: This Volkswagen owner sold his ID.3 for a Tesla Model 3

Why would you swap your VW electric car for a Tesla that's much more expensive?
By Brian Potter 22 August 2022
15:50 Buying Tips UK: VW ID.3 owner drives Tesla Model 3 Performance for first time

UK: VW ID.3 owner drives Tesla Model 3 Performance for first time

Does he wish he'd made a different choice?
By Brian Potter 15 August 2022
Industry Stellantis overtakes Tesla in Europe EV sales, targets top spot

Stellantis overtakes Tesla in Europe EV sales, targets top spot

Stellantis sold 105,413 BEVs in H1 2022 in Europe, compared to Tesla's 78,277; still, the Model Y was the best-selling EV with 39,969.
By Brian Potter 04 August 2022
Range / Efficiency Tesla Model 3: Efficient on paper, but really depends on the driver

Tesla Model 3: Efficient on paper, but really depends on the driver

If you drive it like you stole it or kick up the heat or AC to the max, it's not going to be that efficient.
By Brian Potter 12 July 2022
Recalls Germany recalls Tesla Model Y and Model 3 over eCall software glitch

Germany recalls Tesla Model Y and Model 3 over eCall software glitch

Germany's road traffic agency said over 59,000 Model Ys and Model 3s globally have a flaw in the automatic emergency call system.
By Brian Potter 05 July 2022
21:19 Buying Tips UK: Tesla Model 3 review 1yr/20k miles: Cost, maintenance, pros & cons

UK: Tesla Model 3 review 1yr/20k miles: Cost, maintenance, pros & cons

Should you buy the most popular EV ever made, or are there reasons to steer clear?
By Brian Potter 04 July 2022
Industry Tesla Model 3 enters top 10 best-selling cars globally for 2021 - report

Tesla Model 3 enters top 10 best-selling cars globally for 2021 - report

The Model 3 is the most popular EV in the world, and its global sales support that claim.
By Brian Potter 24 June 2022
Pricing Tesla price increase spreads around the world to Europe, China

Tesla price increase spreads around the world to Europe, China

According to rumours, the increase is related to higher costs and inflation.
By Brian Potter 20 June 2022
Industry Tesla has highest owner rating based on data from multiple sites

Tesla has highest owner rating based on data from multiple sites

According to data from Autotrader, Edmunds, HonestJohns, and Parkers, people seem to love their Teslas.
By Brian Potter 18 June 2022
14:05 Races and Chases Can Ford F-150 Lightning beat Tesla Model 3 Performance in a drag race?

Can Ford F-150 Lightning beat Tesla Model 3 Performance in a drag race?

The F-150 Lightning's instant torque is incredibly impressive, making this race much closer than you might expect.
By Brian Potter 17 June 2022
Weird Watch truck owner try to unplug charging Tesla with owner inside

Watch truck owner try to unplug charging Tesla with owner inside

The Tesla owner was napping while his car charged, and he encountered a very rude awakening.
By Brian Potter 17 June 2022
10:24 Weird UK: Tesla Model 3 stored for two years is not your usual barn find

UK: Tesla Model 3 stored for two years is not your usual barn find

This brand-new Model 3 Long Range was parked outside and almost abandoned for about two years; does it still work?
By Brian Potter 15 June 2022
Crashes / Wrecks Huge tree falls on Tesla Model 3 but roof doesn't buckle saving driver

Huge tree falls on Tesla Model 3 but roof doesn't buckle saving driver

The strength of Tesla’s glass roof is known and here it has been proven in the most relevant real-world test.
By Brian Potter 13 June 2022
13:26 Races and Chases UK: Tesla Model 3 Performance vs Porsche Taycan 4S: Which is faster?

UK: Tesla Model 3 Performance vs Porsche Taycan 4S: Which is faster?

Which is more fun to drive, and how many laps can they go before the battery is too low?
By Brian Potter 13 June 2022
00:15 Safety Tesla Model 3 owner provides details on recent EV fire

Tesla Model 3 owner provides details on recent EV fire

A Tesla Model 3 caught fire while parked, right after the owner cancelled plans to drive it to a dinner party.
By Brian Potter 25 May 2022
13:27 Green UK: This owner ran a Tesla Model 3 for one year without a home charger

UK: This owner ran a Tesla Model 3 for one year without a home charger

Mark Brown from Manchester says you don't need a home charger as long as you live in a city with many public charging stations.
By Brian Potter 17 May 2022
08:17 Weird Watch Tesla Model 3 become a tank riding on huge tracks

Watch Tesla Model 3 become a tank riding on huge tracks

We’ve seen our fair share of Tesla off-road makeovers over the years, but this one just might be the most extreme.
By Brian Potter 16 May 2022
10:37 Crashes / Wrecks Watch Tesla Model 3 on FSD Beta brake before crash to protect driver

Watch Tesla Model 3 on FSD Beta brake before crash to protect driver

Autopilot braked the car milliseconds before a Honda truck running a red light smashed into the Tesla's front left wing.
By Brian Potter 13 May 2022
Industry Europe: Tesla Model 3 was #1 most registered vehicle overall in March 2022

Europe: Tesla Model 3 was #1 most registered vehicle overall in March 2022

The Tesla Model Y was not far way, as the third most registered model during the month.
By Brian Potter 03 May 2022
Industry Tesla could be a top-ten best-selling brand in 2022 with Model 3, Y

Tesla could be a top-ten best-selling brand in 2022 with Model 3, Y

And already by the end of 2022, with an estimate of over 1.6 million units, it could reach or exceed Audi sales.
By Brian Potter 14 April 2022
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