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Tesla launches a new Model Y configuration in the U.S.

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Tesla has launched a brand new Model Y configuration in the U.S., featuring more range and a slightly higher price tag. As spotted on the company’s order configurator on Friday night, Tesla has added the new Long-Range Rear-Wheel-Drive configuration in the U.S., where it has been launched as a replacement.

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Why Tesla competitors will need more than affordability to take EV pioneer’s crown

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In an attempt to catch Tesla, who has been recognized as the industry leader, car companies have tried all strategies, including undercutting pricing, but they’ll need much more than that to catch up. Tesla’s most affordable vehicle is the Rear-Wheel Drive Model 3, which starts at $42,990 before incentives.

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Is Hyundai’s IONIQ 6 the ultimate EV? Fast charging, long-range, and affordable price

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According to a new report, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is the only EV on the market offering fast charging in under 20 minutes, over 350 miles range, and at an affordable starting price. And you get all of this starting at an affordable starting price of as little as $38,650. The 2024 Tesla Model 3 starts at $38,990 with up to 272 miles range.

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The $10,000 BYD Seagull EV is scaring the U.S. auto industry

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China is the world’s largest automotive market, and understandably so, an important one for electric vehicle (EV) makers like Tesla. market, the company’s recent release of a city EV with a price tag under $10,000 has some worried for when it and other low-cost companies do.

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Xpeng reveals new, affordable P5 sedan to compete with Tesla Model 3

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Chinese electric car company Xpeng Motors has revealed its new P5 sedan. The P5 is affordable and surprisingly less expensive than the widely popular Model 3 in China and includes a series of new driverless technology features that are powered by polarizing LiDAR systems. XPILOT was recently updated to version 3.5

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Musk: Tesla Roadster Will Use SpaceX Tech and Have Rocket Boosters

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Tesla presented the “new” Roadster back in 2017, but the car isn’t expected to officially launch until next year. We’re now hearing more grandiose claims about the car, with Musk saying that it would feature rocket technology thanks to a partnership with his other company, SpaceX. Image: Tesla] Become a& TTAC insider.

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Did Tesla hint that it might build a Plaid Model 3?

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Did Tesla hint that it might build a Plaid Model 3? The Plaid Powertrain was first installed on the Model S and Model X, Tesla’s flagship luxury offerings, in 2021 as the automaker brought out its fastest vehicles to date. Last night, Musk confirmed Tesla is advertising. The Plaid Powertrain enabled a 1.99-second

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