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Industry Europe: Tesla Model Y outsold all other electric cars in January 2023

Europe: Tesla Model Y outsold all other electric cars in January 2023

Tesla expanded its volume by more than 1,000 percent year-over-year.
By Brian Potter 16 March 2023
Industry Tesla shipping Model Y in Midnight Cherry Red in Europe

Tesla shipping Model Y in Midnight Cherry Red in Europe

Tesla has introduced a few new paint colours recently, and now they're officially being delivered to customers.
By Brian Potter 14 March 2023
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Tesla Model Y "Juniper" refresh may follow suit with Model S and X

The Model Y just came to market in 2020, so will come as no surprise if Tesla skips obvious updates to its exterior design.
By Brian Potter 10 March 2023
Manufacturing / Production Toyota engineers after Tesla Model Y teardown:

Toyota engineers after Tesla Model Y teardown: "A work of art"

You really can't get higher praise than that.
By Brian Potter 02 March 2023
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Tesla Model Y "Project Juniper" refresh reportedly underway

Much like the Model 3 "Project Highland," it seems there may be a refreshed Model Y in the works as well, codenamed "Project Juniper."
By Brian Potter 02 March 2023
Recalls Tesla recalls 362,758 vehicles because Full Self-Drive

Tesla recalls 362,758 vehicles because Full Self-Drive "may cause crash"

The recall covers all versions of Tesla's FSD Beta software used on its full model lineup.
By Brian Potter 17 February 2023
Safety Tesla replaces Model Y after steering wheel fell off, calls it

Tesla replaces Model Y after steering wheel fell off, calls it "goodwill"

It's crazy to think Tesla Service initially charged $104 for the repair, and Tesla still says there was no defect and it's not liable.
By Brian Potter 09 February 2023
30:54 Spy photos Tesla Deep Blue Metallic paint may be coming soon to Germany

Tesla Deep Blue Metallic paint may be coming soon to Germany

New drone footage reveals what appears to be a Tesla Model Y at Giga Berlin wearing the sought-after blue hue.
By Brian Potter 07 February 2023
Manufacturing / Production Tesla Model Y steering wheel falls off while driving, one week after delivery

Tesla Model Y steering wheel falls off while driving, one week after delivery

This owner experienced first-hand what bad quality control looks like.
By Brian Potter 31 January 2023
Industry Tesla Model Y wait times increasing in Europe following price cut

Tesla Model Y wait times increasing in Europe following price cut

Demand for Tesla's crossover continues to surge.
By Brian Potter 23 January 2023
06:53 Races and Chases UK: Tesla Model Y is no match for Porsche Macan GTS on track

UK: Tesla Model Y is no match for Porsche Macan GTS on track

The two vehicles are of similar power and weight, yet the Porsche is noticeably quicker around a racing circuit.
By Brian Potter 20 January 2023
Aftermarket / Tuning Tesla Model Y gets carbon aero upgrades, 22-inch wheels from Novitec

Tesla Model Y gets carbon aero upgrades, 22-inch wheels from Novitec

The electric crossover finally looks good.
By Brian Potter 19 January 2023
Pricing Tesla cuts prices in UK and Germany by as much as £8,000, €9,100

Tesla cuts prices in UK and Germany by as much as £8,000, €9,100

Significant price reductions have been reported in most European countries as well, especially for the Model Y and Model 3.
By Brian Potter 16 January 2023
Manufacturing / Production Tesla Model Y Performance has smaller rear brake callipers with fake covers

Tesla Model Y Performance has smaller rear brake callipers with fake covers

This is reportedly true for all vehicles built after August, 2022.
By Brian Potter 12 January 2023
Safety Tesla Model Y and Model S named Euro NCAP best-in-class winners

Tesla Model Y and Model S named Euro NCAP best-in-class winners

Tesla claims to put safety first, and while some people don't agree with such claims, its safety ratings and awards are telling.
By Brian Potter 12 January 2023
Industry Tesla Model Y was Europe's best-selling car overall in November

Tesla Model Y was Europe's best-selling car overall in November

Tesla's European sales almost doubled in November to 31,820 units, with the Model Y making up almost two-thirds of total sales.
By Brian Potter 29 December 2022
02:51 Races and Chases Tesla tested Model Y Track Mode going sideways in snowy New Zealand

Tesla tested Model Y Track Mode going sideways in snowy New Zealand

The EV manufacturer took its entire range of vehicles to New Zealand in summer to do winter testing and tested them thoroughly... mostly by going sideways.
By Brian Potter 24 December 2022
Manufacturing / Production Tesla Model Y in Quicksilver captured in detail, shows paint shop improvements

Tesla Model Y in Quicksilver captured in detail, shows paint shop improvements

After only making black and white Model Ys in Berlin, Tesla is upping their paint game.
By Brian Potter 22 December 2022
Aftermarket / Tuning Tuner builds Tesla Model Y for off-road duty

Tuner builds Tesla Model Y for off-road duty

The tweaks give the EV nearly 22-cm of ground clearance.
By Brian Potter 21 December 2022
Official Tesla Model Y finally gets track mode via latest holiday update

Tesla Model Y finally gets track mode via latest holiday update

Tesla’s junior crossover is getting the track-focused mode previously available on the Model S and Model 3
By Brian Potter 15 December 2022
Industry Tesla Model Y new Midnight Cherry Red paint shown at Giga Berlin

Tesla Model Y new Midnight Cherry Red paint shown at Giga Berlin

Some people got to see the exclusive paint up close on a Model Y door at Tesla's factory in Germany.
By Brian Potter 13 December 2022
Manufacturing / Production Quicksilver Tesla Model Y seen outside Berlin Gigafactory with white interior

Quicksilver Tesla Model Y seen outside Berlin Gigafactory with white interior

Along with Midnight Cherry, Quicksilver was developed in Tesla’s advanced new paint shop in Germany.
By Brian Potter 29 November 2022
Spy photos Quicksilver Tesla Model Y spotted in public for the first time

Quicksilver Tesla Model Y spotted in public for the first time

The colour is exclusive to Giga Berlin cars.
By Brian Potter 14 November 2022
Industry Tesla makes enticing offer to Model 3 and Model Y shoppers in Germany

Tesla makes enticing offer to Model 3 and Model Y shoppers in Germany

Some Tesla reservation holders may miss out on 2022 government incentives, so Tesla has reportedly offered to pay the difference.
By Brian Potter 08 November 2022
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