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Tesla Model Y Fuel Cost vs. a Gas SUV: What You Save by State
A worked example: a Model Y costs $588 to $1,217 a year to fuel in three states, against $2,022 to $3,305 for a gas CR-V. Here is the arithmetic.
NHTSA Proposes Cyan Lights for Self-Driving Cars
NHTSA has proposed letting self-driving vehicles carry optional cyan marker lamps. Here is what the proposal says, what it does not say, and how to comment.
Tesla App Adds iPad and iPhone Duo Big-Screen Layout
Tesla's mobile app now has a layout built for tablets and foldables. It is rolling out gradually, so not every owner will see it yet.
Tesla Roadster at Petersen Museum: On Display Oct 24–27
The Roadster Thrust prototype from Tesla's unveiling goes on public display in the Petersen Automotive Museum's main lobby in Los Angeles from Saturday, October 24 through Tuesday, October 27.
How to Use Tesla Halloween Mode on Your Model 3, Model Y or Cybertruck
Halloween Mode lives in the Toybox. Here is how to turn it on, what each toggle does, and the Sentry Mode catch.
Tesla Robotaxi Safety Report: 3.1 Million Driverless Miles
Tesla published its first Robotaxi safety report this week. It reports no injuries, but the comparison has limits worth knowing.
Tesla 10-Q: Board Forms Special Committee on SpaceX Combination
Tesla's quarterly filing says a board committee will explore a deeper relationship with SpaceX, including a possible business combination. No deal has been agreed.
Tesla Q3 2026 Earnings: What Owners Should Know
Tesla reported $28.0 billion in Q3 2026 revenue and $0.22 GAAP EPS, and says Semi, Optimus and Cybercab programs have started production or deployment.
Best Model Y Accessories (2026)
Best Model Y Accessories (2026) This article has affiliate links. If you buy through them, GetTesla may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. The Model Y is a great car out of the box, but a few weeks of ownership usually turns up the same short list: the glass roof heats the…
Best Cybertruck Accessories (2026)
Best Cybertruck Accessories (2026) This article has affiliate links. If you buy through them, GetTesla may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. The Cybertruck isn't like any other Tesla, and the accessory market has caught up. The stainless body doesn't need wax, but it shows grime. The cabin floor takes a beating…
Tesla Software Update 2026.38.5: Halloween Mode, FSD v14.3.12 & More
Tesla's 2026.38.5 update adds Halloween Mode, Emergency Drive Away, Set Arrival Energy and new FSD (Supervised) builds. Here is who gets it and how the rollout looks.
Tesla annual meeting 2026: December 3, three votes on the ballot
Tesla filed its proxy statement on October 19. The 2026 annual meeting is December 3 at 3:00 p.m. Central, with three proposals on the ballot.
Tesla Software Update 2026.38.5.10: FSD v14.3.13 and What Owners Should Know
Update 2026.38.5.10 started rolling out on October 20 with FSD (Supervised) v14.3.13 for HW4 and v14.3 Lite for HW3. Rollout is at the very start.
California home batteries set a new 745 MW record, with Tesla Powerwalls supplying most of it
Sunrun reports home batteries sent 745 MW to California's grid on October 6. Electrek reports Powerwalls supplied most of it.
How often to rotate the tires on your Model 3 or Model Y
Tesla's service manuals say to rotate every 6,250 miles or sooner if tread wear differs. Here is the pattern to ask for and the reset step afterward.
Tesla unveils the new Roadster: three versions, a flying stunt, and no price yet
Tesla showed its next-generation Roadster on October 15, 2026, with cold-gas thrusters, three trims and a $50,000 reservation. Here is what was said, and what is still missing.
What Model 3 and Model Y buyers paid in September 2026, and why EV discounts shrank
Kelley Blue Book says the average new EV cost $55,879 in September, while Tesla’s average was $54,345. Here is what the numbers mean for your budget.
Tesla’s FSD v14.3 Lite reaches older Model S and Model X for the first time
Intel-powered Model S and Model X cars are getting FSD (Supervised) v14.3 Lite with update 2026.38.5.1, minus a few features that Model 3 and Model Y owners have.
Tesla’s Halloween Mode: what the 2026.38.3 update adds, and which cars get it
Halloween Mode arrives in software update 2026.38.3 with spooky visuals and sounds, but it needs newer AMD-based hardware and it turns off Sentry Mode.
Tesla’s Flex Connect could open new Superchargers more than two years sooner. Here’s the catch.
Flex Connect lets some Supercharger stations open on existing grid capacity, with power trimmed when demand peaks. Here is what that means for charging.
Model Y and Model 3 drove almost all of Tesla’s U.S. sales in Q3 2026, Cox Automotive says
Cox Automotive’s Q3 2026 report says Tesla still sold more than half of U.S. EVs, even as its sales fell about 20% from a year earlier.
Tesla renames Full Self-Driving to “Tesla Assisted Driving” in Europe. Nothing changes in the US yet.
After pressure from Germany’s transport ministry, Tesla dropped the “Full Self-Driving” name in Europe. Its US product name is unchanged as of October 12, 2026.
Tesla sets its Q3 2026 earnings call for October 21.
Tesla will post third-quarter results after the market closes on October 21 and take questions on a live webcast. Here is when, where and what is already known.
Oregon’s EV rebate window closes November 4. Here’s how to use it.
Oregon’s Clean Vehicle Rebate Program is open through November 4, 2026, and the state expects the money to run out. Here is who gets what.
Tesla pushed its Roadster demo back to October 15. Here’s what that means for you.
Tesla moved the next-generation Roadster demo from October 1 to October 15, citing weather. Here is what is confirmed, and what it means if you own or want a Tesla.
Not every Electrify America charger needs an adapter anymore
Electrify America has started adding native NACS plugs at select stations, letting some Teslas charge without an adapter, though most of the network still requires one.
Tesla’s newest FSD update splits into two different builds
Tesla’s FSD v14.3.11 update isn’t one build: HW4 cars get the full release while older HW3 cars get a lighter version missing Automatic Collision Evasion.
Tesla’s Cybercab is heading to Europe for the first time, at the Paris Motor Show.
Tesla will show its driverless Cybercab in Europe for the first time at the Paris Motor Show, even as EU approval for Full Self-Driving (Supervised) remains stalled until at least December.
Toll transponders and your Tesla: where to mount one so it actually works
Tesla doesn’t mark a spot for a toll transponder, and coated glass can block the signal entirely, so here’s where toll agencies actually recommend mounting one.
Maryland’s EV tax credit is out of money. Here’s what that means for a Tesla buyer.
Maryland’s $3,000 excise tax credit for EVs has no fiscal year 2026 funding left, so Tesla buyers who apply now go on a waiting list instead of getting paid.
Test drive a Tesla before you order.
Tesla offers a showroom demo drive, a self-serve option, and a new at-home program called Tesla Ride, and none of them use the exact car you’ll eventually take delivery of.
Already ordered a Tesla? Here’s what October’s Model 3 and Model Y refresh means for you.
Tesla updated the US Model 3 and Model Y configurator on October 1, 2026. If you ordered before that date, here’s what’s actually confirmed about whether your build includes the change, and how to check instead of guessing.
Which car seats actually fit in your Tesla’s back seat?
Tesla’s outboard rear seats have full LATCH hardware, but the center seat doesn’t — and a certified Cars.com test found three-across doesn’t fit comfortably. Here’s what the testing actually shows, and which narrow convertible seats make three-across possible.
What actually fits in the Model Y L’s third row.
The Model Y L’s third row has its own heated seats, power recline, and child-seat anchors. Here’s what the specs say, and what a family’s hands-on test showed.
Tesla’s Powershare home backup now works with Model 3 and Model Y.
Tesla turned on Powershare home backup for the Model 3 and Model Y on October 6, giving most owners a path to vehicle-to-home power for the first time, with real limits on eligibility and hardware.
Georgia won’t rebate your Tesla, but it will pay for your home charger.
Georgia has no state tax credit for buying a Tesla, and the federal credit is gone too. Here’s the one state-backed incentive that’s still on the table, and what it actually pays.
Tesla’s Light Show turns your car into a Halloween display.
Tesla’s built-in Light Show feature syncs a car’s exterior lights to music, and Tesla’s own channel is already previewing Halloween content for it.
EV-specific tires can add range to your Tesla without a software update.
Tires built for an EV’s weight and torque can measurably improve range over a standard all-season tire, and one owner’s year-long review shows what that looks like in practice.
Virginia has a $4,500 EV rebate on paper. Here’s why Tesla buyers rarely see it.
Virginia’s Electric Vehicle Rebate Program promises up to $4,500 toward a new or used EV, but the fund behind it has mostly gone unfunded for years.
Tesla delivered 486,532 vehicles in Q3 2026, beating Wall Street’s estimate.
Tesla’s third-quarter delivery count beat analyst estimates by about 5%, even as deliveries slipped from last year’s record third quarter.
Clearing snow and ice off your Tesla without damaging it.
A metal scraper can scratch your Tesla’s glass roof and camera lenses. Here’s what’s actually safe to use this winter.
Your Tesla can’t use the carpool lane solo anymore, and hasn’t been able to for a year.
California’s Clean Air Vehicle decal program ended for good in 2025. Here’s what that means for a Tesla owner commuting solo today.
Picking between the Model Y, Model 3, and Cybertruck in 2026.
With Model S and Model X gone, Tesla’s new-car lineup is down to three — here’s what each one actually costs and who it fits.
Supercharger prices change by time of day, and sometimes they don’t.
Supercharger pricing varies by location and, at some stations, by the time you plug in — here’s what actually moves the rate.
Model S vs. Model X: which one actually fits you now that both are discontinued.
Tesla stopped building new Model S and Model X units in 2026, so buying either one today means buying used — here’s how they actually differ.
Tesla’s new Emergency Drive Away feature lets you leave a Supercharger plugged in
A new software update removes the Park lockout at Superchargers so you can drive off in an emergency without unplugging first — at a real cost if you use it.
Tesla’s Model 3 and Model Y just got a mid-cycle refresh in the US
Tesla’s October 1 refresh brings a bigger, sharper screen and quicker acceleration to the Model 3 and Model Y in the US, though V2L and the new interior color other markets get didn’t make the cut here.
Tesla’s Supercharger network passes 85,000 stalls as usage hits a record quarter
Tesla confirmed its Supercharger network has grown past 85,000 stalls at more than 9,000 sites, while Q3 2026 charging sessions rose 29 percent year over year to 69 million.
Prepare your Tesla for winter range loss.
Cold weather can cut a Tesla’s range by roughly a third, so precondition before you drive and charge, and check tire pressure once temperatures fall.
Tesla raised Model Y financing rates again. Here’s what it costs you
Tesla quietly raised Model Y loan APRs from 1.49% to 1.99% in late September. On a typical 72-month loan, that’s roughly $800 to $1,000 more over the life of the loan.
Tesla confirms fixes for FSD’s two biggest complaints are coming
A Tesla AI engineer confirmed fixes for pothole avoidance and navigation routing are on the way for Full Self-Driving. Here’s what’s actually been said, and a real-world look at the current software.
Model Y L or Rivian R1S: how the specs actually compare
Both are three-row electric SUVs for a family, but they land in very different price brackets. Here’s how the Model Y L and Rivian R1S actually compare on seats, range, and towing.
What Tesla’s 2026.38 update changes for older cars
Tesla’s 2026.38 rollout adds auto-leveling headlights for legacy Hardware 3 cars and a new emergency way to leave a Supercharger. Here’s what’s actually in it and what it doesn’t do.
Is a Tesla actually cheaper to own than a gas car?
The federal tax credit is gone and insurance runs higher, but maintenance costs tell a different story. Here’s how the math actually breaks down.
Tesla reports Q3 2026 deliveries today. Here’s what Wall Street expects.
Tesla releases its third-quarter production and delivery numbers on October 2. Here’s the analyst consensus it’s measured against.
What actually changed in Tesla’s latest FSD update, and what owners are noticing
Tesla’s FSD v14.3.10 update tightened lane biasing, tailgating, and parking behavior. Here’s what shipped, and what one longtime tester noticed after driving with it.
Your breaker size, not your charger, decides how fast your Tesla charges at home.
A Tesla Wall Connector can handle up to 48 amps, but your home’s circuit breaker is usually what actually limits your charging speed.
Lost your Tesla key card? Here’s what to do, in order.
Losing a Tesla key card isn’t a lockout. Here’s how to remove it from your car, order a replacement, and pair the new one.
Tesla postponed its new Roadster reveal to October 15, citing weather.
Tesla unveils the next-generation Roadster tonight in Texas, nearly nine years after the original was first shown. Here’s what’s confirmed and what isn’t.
Tesla’s Grok AI is now writing code that ships in your car’s software.
Tesla confirms its Grok AI model is now shipping real FSD and Cybercab features as an overnight coding agent.
Tesla lines up $30 billion in new credit to fund its AI and robotics push.
Tesla disclosed $30 billion in new credit facilities on September 29, 2026 — here’s what it’s actually for, and what it means for owners.
What a first-time passenger’s reaction to Tesla FSD actually looks like.
Full Self-Driving (Supervised) still needs an attentive driver behind the wheel. A first-time passenger’s reaction shows why it can feel unsettling anyway.
What to keep in your Tesla for a roadside emergency, since there’s no spare tire.
Teslas ship without a spare tire or repair kit. Here’s a simple, low-cost kit worth keeping in the frunk instead.
Tesla’s Cybertruck can now back up your house together with a Powerwall 3.
A software update lets Cybertruck’s Powershare work alongside a Powerwall 3 instead of forcing owners to pick one backup system or the other.
Minnesota’s state EV rebate is gone. Here’s what still helps if you’re buying a Tesla.
Minnesota’s Department of Commerce says its EV rebate has paid out every dollar it had. Here’s what a Tesla buyer in the state can still use instead.
The setup steps to do before you drive your new Tesla anywhere.
A phone key, a driver profile, and a home-charging plan — the handful of things worth sorting out before you put real miles on a new Model 3 or Model Y.
Plugging into a regular wall outlet: how much range you actually get.
A standard 120V outlet adds roughly 3 to 4 miles of range per hour. Here’s when that’s genuinely enough, and when it isn’t.
Why you can’t flat-tow a Tesla, and what to do if you break down.
A Tesla has to go on a flatbed or dollies with all four wheels off the ground. Here’s why, and what Tow Mode actually does.
Delaware will pay you up to $2,500 toward a new Tesla.
Delaware’s Clean Vehicle Rebate pays $2,500 on a new Model 3 or Model Y, with no income cap. Here’s how the tiers work and how to apply.
Tesla will refund the service visits its own FSD bug caused
If you paid for a camera cleaning after a false FSD v14.3.9 alert, Tesla says you can get that charge refunded.
Why your Tesla’s front license plate keeps falling off, and how to fix it
Tesla’s front plate bracket is held on with adhesive, not bolts, and the company’s own instructions explain why it comes loose so easily.
Tesla Model Y or Ford Mustang Mach-E: how the specs compare
If you’re cross-shopping electric SUVs, here’s how the Model Y and Mustang Mach-E stack up on price, range, cargo, and charging access.
Tesla now lets Powerwall 2 owners add a Powerwall 3 for more backup power.
Tesla has enabled Powerwall 3 backward compatibility in North America, so existing Powerwall 2 owners can expand their system instead of buying another Powerwall 2.
The EU delays its vote on Tesla’s Full Self-Driving system until December.
The EU’s Technical Committee on Motor Vehicles won’t vote on Tesla’s FSD approval in October as expected. The earliest possible date is now December.
Tesla Model 3 or Chevrolet Equinox EV: how the specs actually compare
The Equinox EV undercuts the Model 3 on starting price and beats it on EPA range, but the two cars are built for different priorities.
Massachusetts wants to lower its EV rebate price cap. Here’s what that means for a Tesla buyer.
State regulators have proposed cutting the MOR-EV price cap from $55,000 to $50,000, which would shut some Tesla trims out of the program.
Tesla’s Semi finally enters volume production, seven years late.
Tesla began high-volume Semi production at a new Nevada factory on September 24, with the company saying deliveries to fleet customers are underway.
Order a Tesla this week, and you may not see it until 2027.
Tesla’s order pages now show 2027 delivery windows for the Model 3 RWD and Model Y. Here’s what that means if you’re ordering with the quarter about to close.
Tesla says FSD cut collisions 40% in its first year in Australia and New Zealand.
A year of Tesla’s own fleet data from Australia and New Zealand shows fewer collisions with FSD engaged. Here’s what the numbers actually say, and don’t say.
Tesla just raised the price of its Wall Connector, and a few other things in the shop.
Tesla’s home charger and a handful of accessories got more expensive this month, while some winter gear got cheaper. Here’s what changed.
Tesla confirms a false “clean your cameras” alert in FSD v14.3.9. Don’t book that service visit.
A bug in FSD v14.3.9 is flagging clean cameras as dirty and pushing owners toward unnecessary service appointments. Tesla says it’s fixing it.
Model Y L or Model X: how the specs actually compare
The Model Y L undercuts the Model X by nearly $28,000 and seats six with a usable third row. Here’s how the price, range and specs actually compare.
Tesla AWD vs. RWD: which drivetrain should you actually buy?
RWD Teslas cost less and go farther per charge than the AWD version of the same trim. Here’s what the extra motor on AWD actually buys you.
How Tesla’s built-in Trip Planner actually picks your charging stops.
Tesla’s Trip Planner automatically routes your Superchargers, charge times and arrival battery percentage — here’s exactly what it does and doesn’t do for you.
Colorado will still pay you up to $3,250 toward a new Tesla.
Colorado’s state EV tax credit is still active for 2026 — a $750 base credit for any qualifying Tesla, more if the price and income qualify.
Tesla’s Grok Bot can now check your email and place orders while you drive.
Tesla switched on Grok Bot and Connectors this week, letting the in-car assistant handle email, calendars and orders by voice — for owners with the right subscription.
Tesla and Sunrun’s home batteries sent a record 580 MW to California’s grid during a heat wave.
On September 9, 2026, more than 140,000 home batteries — most of them Tesla Powerwalls — sent a record 580 megawatts to California’s grid during a heat wave, and owners were paid for it.
Do you need running boards for your Cybertruck?
Cybertruck’s ride height is part of its appeal off-road, but it makes climbing in and out harder for kids and shorter adults. Here’s what running boards actually cost and do.
Connecticut’s EV rebate now requires proving your income. Here’s what a Tesla buyer gets.
Connecticut’s CHEAPR rebate is smaller than it used to be, and the bigger Rebate+ amount now depends on your income. Here’s what a Tesla buyer in Connecticut actually qualifies for as of 2026.
Tesla’s app now shows you the Supercharger stall layout before you arrive.
A September 2026 Tesla app update brings Site Maps — the station layout view that used to be car-only — to your phone, so you can preview stall positions and live availability before you pull in.
Why some Tesla owners are adding $30 covers to their side cameras
RepeaterShield is a $30 aftermarket cover aimed at a real Tesla annoyance: side cameras losing visibility in heavy rain. Here’s what it claims to fix, and one owner’s hands-on test.
Tesla reopened $50,000 Roadster reservations. Here’s what the deposit actually gets you.
Reserving Tesla’s next Roadster now costs $50,000: $5,000 refundable up front, $45,000 by wire within 10 days. Here’s what that gets you, and why the 2017 reservation history is worth remembering first.
Adding a teen driver to your Tesla? Here’s what it costs, and what the car can do about it.
A teen driver adds roughly $3,600 a year to a Tesla policy on average. Here’s what drives that cost, how to cut it, and what Tesla’s built-in Parental Controls actually restrict.
Gifting a Tesla to someone else? Here’s how ownership transfer actually works.
Tesla can transfer a car to a new owner entirely through the app, but that’s different from adding a driver — and your state’s title and registration paperwork still applies either way.
Tesla’s AI5 chip just started production. Your car isn’t getting one first.
Samsung began trial production of the AI5 chip on September 15. Optimus and data centers get it before cars do, and Musk says vehicle production is still roughly a year out.
Model Y L or Hyundai IONIQ 9: how the specs actually compare
Both three-row electric SUVs start in the low $60,000s. Here’s how price, range, and seating actually compare, plus one owner’s side-by-side impression.
What Tesla’s FSD v14.3.10 update actually changes
FSD v14.3.10 started rolling out September 19 with traffic-light, object-handling, and driver-monitoring refinements. Here’s what the release notes say, plus one tester’s early take.
Tesla’s official Model Y L accessories are here. Here’s what’s available and what it costs.
Tesla has started selling Model Y L-specific roof racks, car covers, sill guards, and storage in its US Shop. Here’s the full list and pricing.
Pennsylvania’s EV rebate program is closed. Here’s what still helps a Tesla buyer.
Pennsylvania’s Alternative Fuel Vehicle Rebate program is closed, according to the state DEP. Here’s what it used to pay and what’s left for Tesla buyers in the state.
Tesla shows the Cybercab in China. It still isn’t for sale there.
Tesla is displaying the Cybercab in Beijing and Shanghai this week, but says the showcase doesn’t involve selling the vehicle in China or launching a driverless ride-hailing service.
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