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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.
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)
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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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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 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 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.
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.
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 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.
Checking your Tesla financing rate won’t hurt your credit score.
Tesla’s pre-qualification tool uses a soft credit check, but the actual financing application requires a hard pull — here is how the two differ and how to time outside loan quotes around them.
Model 3 vs. Model Y: how to choose based on what you actually need
Model 3 and Model Y are close on price and nearly identical on base range, so the real decision comes down to how much cargo space you actually need.
Your order price isn’t locked in until delivery.
Tesla changes prices on its configurator without notice, and three 2026 price hikes show why the number you saw at order time isn’t guaranteed to hold until delivery.
Rhode Island will still pay you up to $3,000 toward a new Tesla
Rhode Island’s DRIVE EV program still pays up to $3,000 toward a new Tesla Model 3 or Model Y, with no income requirement and no expiration announced as of September 2026.
How much highway speed actually costs your Tesla’s range.
Highway speed has an outsized, nonlinear effect on a Tesla’s range, and a recent test shows exactly how much each 10 mph costs you.
The 2026 Model Y just earned IIHS’s top safety award. Here’s what that covers.
The redesigned 2026-27 Model Y earned IIHS’s Top Safety Pick+ award. Here’s exactly what it scored well on, and the one category where it didn’t.
Tesla just opened 32 more Supercharger ports to non-Tesla drivers on the Mass Pike
Tesla and MassDOT opened fast chargers at four Massachusetts rest stops to every EV brand. Here’s what the added traffic means for your next charging stop.
Tesla wants to sell you car insurance in Washington. Here’s what’s proposed.
Tesla has filed to launch its own auto insurance program in Washington state, with a new FSD-based discount track. Here’s what’s actually confirmed, and what isn’t yet.
The 2026 Tesla lineup, explained.
With Model S and Model X production over, the current Tesla lineup is Model 3, Model Y, Model Y L, and Cybertruck. Here’s what each one costs right now.
Do you need special wiper blades for your Tesla?
Tesla wiper blades aren’t proprietary, but the sizes differ between a Model 3 and a Model Y, and the wrong connector can damage more than the blade.
San Jose’s EV rebate drops after September 14. Here’s what that means for a Tesla.
San José Clean Energy’s EV Instant Rebate drops from $4,000 to $3,000 on a new EV after September 14, and adds a $50,000 price cap that rules out pricier Tesla trims.
Tesla key card, key fob, or phone key: which should you actually carry?
Your Tesla comes with two ways to get in for free, and a third you can buy. Here’s what each one actually does, and which to keep as backup.
A new federal deduction can cut up to $10,000 off the interest on your Tesla loan.
The federal EV purchase credit is gone, but a new deduction on car loan interest can still save financed buyers real money — here’s who qualifies.
Do you need a cargo net for your Tesla’s trunk?
A trunk cargo net keeps groceries and loose gear from sliding around — here’s what it does and what to check before buying one.
Plan your fall Tesla road trip before the weather turns.
September and October are some of the easiest months to road-trip a Tesla — here’s how to plan stops and what changes once it gets cold.
Do you need a cargo barrier for your Tesla?
If your dog rides loose in the trunk or cargo area, a barrier keeps them out of the front seats and out of your field of view. Here’s what to look for before you buy one.
How one-pedal driving works in a Tesla, and what it does to your range.
Lift off the accelerator and a Tesla slows itself down, feeding energy back into the battery instead of losing it as heat. Here’s how to turn that into true one-pedal driving.
Tesla’s 0.99% APR deal on the Model Y ends September 30.
The 0% APR Tesla ran on the Model Y earlier this year is gone. Here’s the rate advertised now, and the deadline attached to it.
Can you take your Tesla through a car wash?
Yes, but the type of wash and one setting on the touchscreen make the difference between a clean car and a damaged one.
The federal tax credit for business Tesla purchases is gone too.
If you were planning to write off a Tesla through a business purchase, the federal commercial clean vehicle credit expired alongside the consumer one.
What actually happens if your Tesla runs out of charge.
Running a Tesla to 0% is rare, but here’s what the car does, and what to do next, if it happens to you.
Do you need wheel spacers for your Tesla?
Wheel spacers push your wheels outward to fit wider aftermarket wheels or fix rubbing. Here’s when your Tesla actually needs them, and what to check before you buy a set.
Is the Model 3 Performance worth $7,500 more than Long Range?
Performance costs $7,500 more than Premium AWD (formerly Long Range) and trades about 37 miles of range for a 2.9-second 0-60 time, bigger brakes, adaptive suspension, and Track Mode.
What Tesla’s Adaptive Headlights actually do
Tesla’s Adaptive Headlights dim individual segments of the matrix LED headlight to cut glare for oncoming drivers, but the feature requires specific hardware and isn’t active on every Tesla in North America yet.
Is Tesla’s Acceleration Boost worth buying?
Acceleration Boost is a $2,000 software purchase that shaves about four-tenths of a second off your Tesla’s 0-60 time. Here’s who can buy it, how, and whether it’s worth it.
What Tesla’s tire pressure sensors actually monitor, and when one needs replacing.
Tesla’s TPMS sensors run on a sealed battery that lasts 5 to 7 years. Here’s how the warning actually works, and what a replacement costs at a Service Center versus an independent shop.
Hurricane season peaks September 10. Here’s how to get your Tesla ready.
Hurricane season peaks September 10. A few Tesla charging habits now can matter if an evacuation order comes.
What Tesla’s new San Francisco and Queens Superchargers mean for your road trip.
Tesla’s biggest new Superchargers are showing up in cities, not just on highways, and that changes what’s worth checking in the app before you drive through one.
Maine’s low-income EV rebate bonus expires September 30. Here’s what a Tesla buyer gets.
A $1,000 bonus on Maine’s low-income EV rebate ends September 30, 2026 — here’s who qualifies and what it means for buying a Tesla.
Do you need snow chains for your Tesla? Here’s when the law actually requires them.
Most Tesla owners never need snow chains, but mountain-pass chain-control laws in states like California and Colorado can make them mandatory. Here’s how to know if you need them and what type fits.
New Jersey’s Charge Up rebate can be worth $4,000 on a Tesla in 2026
New Jersey’s Charge Up rebate can still add up to $4,000 to a new Tesla purchase, but the state’s EV sales tax break is gone and the rebate itself runs on funding that can close mid-year.
Model Y L Launch Series: what’s included, and when it actually shows up
What the $61,990 Model Y L Launch Series includes, and what the latest delivery windows actually say as US deliveries begin in September 2026.
Texas’s EV purchase rebate is closed. Here’s what that means if you’re buying a Tesla.
Texas’s state EV purchase rebate, the LDPLIP program, is currently closed according to TCEQ. Here’s what was available, why it’s closed, and what that means for your Tesla budget.
The Model Y L just posted the longest range Edmunds has tested in a Model Y.
Edmunds’ real-world test put the 2027 Tesla Model Y L AWD at 358 miles on a charge — 11.8% past Tesla’s own estimate and the longest range Edmunds has recorded for a Model Y.
Model 3 vs. Cybertruck: which one actually fits you.
A sedan built to be cheap, efficient, and easy to park versus a truck built to haul and tow — how the Model 3 and Cybertruck actually compare on price, size, range, cargo, and towing.
Why one Supercharger stall can charge faster than the one next to it.
Charging speed at a Supercharger depends on the stall’s hardware generation and whether it shares power with a neighbor, not just which site you picked.
What the Q3 delivery push means if you’re ordering a Tesla now.
Tesla’s third quarter ends September 30. Here’s what quarter-end pressure has meant for buyers before, and what it actually means for a September 2026 order.
Tesla adds official underseat and center console storage trays for the new Model Y.
Tesla’s shop now sells a $40 underseat tray and a $40 center console tray set for the redesigned Model Y built in the second half of 2025 or later.
Tesla is raising Wheel and Tire Protection Plan prices — but only on Performance trims.
Tesla’s Wheel and Tire Protection Plan jumps to $24 a month for Model 3 and Model Y Performance trims on October 1 — other trims are unchanged.
Do you need aero wheel covers for your Tesla?
Tesla’s plastic aero wheel covers look like a cosmetic afterthought, but they measurably change your range. Here’s what the testing actually shows and what they cost.
Massachusetts wants to shrink its EV rebate. Here’s what’s proposed.
Massachusetts has proposed changes to its MOR-EV rebate program. Nothing has changed yet for buyers, but here’s what’s on the table and when it could take effect.
What it actually costs to get a Level 2 charger installed at home.
Buying the charger is the easy part. Here’s what electrician labor, permits, and a possible panel upgrade actually add to the bill.
Plan around Supercharger crowds this Labor Day weekend.
Labor Day is one of the busiest road-trip weekends of the year. Here’s how to plan a Tesla road trip around Supercharger congestion.
The base Model 3 is sold out for 2026. Here’s what to expect if you order now.
Tesla’s cheapest Model 3 is now showing delivery dates in early 2027. Here’s why, and what it means for your order timeline.
Do you need a jump starter for your Tesla? Here’s how to pick one.
A dead 12-volt battery can lock you out of a Tesla even with a full charge in the main pack — here’s why, and which portable jump starter to keep in the frunk.
Avoid these first-week Tesla mistakes.
A handful of small, avoidable mistakes cause most of the frustration new Tesla owners run into in their first week, from charging habits to backup keys.
Tesla’s certified pre-owned program, explained.
Tesla launched a real certified pre-owned program in August 2026. Here’s what the inspection, warranty, and pricing actually cover if you’re shopping used.
Cybertruck vs. Model S: which one actually fits you.
A stainless-steel truck and a performance sedan aren’t really cross-shopped, but if you are choosing between them, here’s how they actually compare on price, range, and what they’re built to do.
What Tesla’s financing rates actually look like right now.
Tesla’s advertised APR changes month to month, and the headline rate isn’t always the one you’ll qualify for. Here’s how to read the offer before you sign.
Do you need to replace your Tesla’s wiper blades? Here’s how to tell, and what to buy.
Streaking, chattering, or squealing wipers are an easy fix. Here’s the exact size to buy for a Model 3 or Model Y, and how to swap them without fighting the wiper arm.
How much range does a Tesla actually lose over time?
Battery degradation is real but slower than most new owners expect. Here’s what the data actually shows, in miles and years.
Your utility might pay you to let it manage your Tesla’s charging.
Some utilities pay a bill credit just for enrolling your Tesla in a managed-charging program. Here’s how the payouts actually work.
What to set up in the Tesla app before your car arrives.
Your Tesla Account works before delivery day. Here’s what you can and can’t do in the app while your order is still pending.
Model 3 vs. Model X: which one actually fits you.
The Model 3 is Tesla’s affordable, high-volume sedan, while the Model X is a three-row flagship SUV that’s no longer in production and getting more expensive as inventory shrinks.
Model 3 vs. Model S: which one actually fits you.
The Model 3 is the affordable, practical daily driver, while the Model S now means paying six figures for one of Tesla’s last leftover flagship sedans.
Model S vs. Model Y: which one actually fits you.
The Model S starts about $70,000 higher than the Model Y and is now in its final, discontinued model year, while the Model Y offers more seating flexibility and everyday range at a fraction of the price.
Cold weather cuts your Tesla’s range. Plan winter road trips around it.
Cold weather can cut a Tesla’s range by 15-30%, mostly from cabin heating rather than the battery itself. Here’s what the data shows and how to plan around it.
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