Tesla Model Y

Tesla’s sure-footed Model Y approach is the crossover market’s ultimate Trojan Horse

The future of the crossover market may have already started changing--the auto industry has just not realized it yet. Signs…

Tesla Model Y vs Model S heated seats: Thermal imaging temperature test

Tesla's heated seats offer additional comfort for drivers and passengers in cold climates. While each of Tesla's currently available models…

Tesla Model Y’s quiet cabin is a subtle, critical selling point for all EV buyers

When Tesla unveiled the Model 3 in the summer of 2017, the company had released its first affordable vehicle. The…

Tesla is patenting a clever way to train Autopilot with augmented camera images

Tesla is currently tackling what could only be described as its biggest challenge to date. In his Master Plan, Part…

Tesla Model Y heat pump takes on Model S resistive heating in defrosting showdown

Tesla's addition of a heat pump to the Model Y is designed to increase efficiency while controlling the cabin temperature…

Tesla Model Y after 1,200 miles: The good and the bad

Brian Jenkins of i1Tesla has done plenty of videos on his new Tesla Model Y. With 1,200 miles logged in…

Tesla Model Y wiring efficiencies questioned in latest Munro teardown

Sandy Munro took the opportunity to show the Tesla Model Y's new wiring structure, however, the Detroit automotive veteran noted…

Tesla Model Y vs Model 3 casting comparison shows that legacy auto’s ‘soil-your-pants’ moment is at hand

Back in April 2018, automotive teardown expert Sandy Munro mentioned that if Tesla had contracted an experienced automaker to produce…

Edmunds readies for Tesla Model Y long term review, build quality in focus

One of the most recent recipients of the new all-electric Tesla Model Y Performance configuration was online automotive resource company…

Tesla Model Y gets an optional tow hitch for $1,000

The Tesla Model Y tow hitch has been added as an option for the recently-released all-electric crossover in its online…

Tesla Model Y owner demonstrates ‘touchless’ trunk features using ‘Hey Siri’

A Tesla Model Y owner recently demonstrated how a third-party iPhone application can open his vehicle's power liftgate using Apple's…

Tesla Model Y doesn’t have Homelink but you can add it: Here’s how it’s done

In the past, Tesla owners have been able to utilize a built-in version of Homelink to open garage doors for…

Tesla Model Y heat pump functions explained and explored in Munro teardown

One of the Tesla Model Y's most talked about features is its heat pump, which replaced the electric resistive heating…

Tesla Model Y release timeframe for Europe will depend on Gigafactory Berlin

It appears that Tesla is betting big on the completion of Gigafactory Berlin's first phase for its Model Y European…

Tesla Model Y rear casting hints at 7-seater passenger safety

It appears that Tesla's rear casting and structure improvements for the Model Y have been designed to improve the safety…

Tesla Model Y welding efficiencies paves way to better build quality, top safety rating

Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the Model Y would be the safest midsized SUV on the road when it was…

Tesla permits reveal plans for Model Y production line upgrades in Fremont factory

Permits submitted by Tesla to the city of Fremont suggests that the electric car maker intends to build additional production…

Tesla ‘Stealth’ Sentry Mode gets nod of approval from CEO Elon Musk

It appears that Tesla’s Sentry Mode is poised for another upgrade soon, if a recent tweet from Elon Musk is…

Tesla Model Y rigid wiring is a step towards Elon Musk’s ‘Alien Dreadnought’ factory

The Tesla Model Y's wiring seems to hint that little by little, the electric car maker is still moving towards…

Tesla proudly hides ‘Octovalve’ insignia in Model Y, hints at next-gen thermal system

A number of the Tesla Model Y's secrets are now coming to the surface, as auto veteran and teardown expert…