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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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Your Tesla lease is ending. Here are the four options Tesla actually gives you.
Return it, buy it, extend it, or trade up. Tesla’s lease-end process has four paths, and each one has its own deadlines and fine print.
What Tesla’s destination and order fees actually cover.
Every new Tesla order adds a mandatory destination fee and order fee on top of the vehicle price, and neither one is negotiable or refundable.
Can you return a new Tesla after delivery? What actually applies now.
Tesla used to offer a 7-day, 1,000-mile return window on new cars. It doesn’t anymore. Here’s what happens if you take delivery and change your mind.
What to expect at a Tesla test drive, and how to prepare.
How to schedule a Tesla demo drive, what documents and age requirements apply, and how to use your 30 minutes well.
Are Tesla’s prices negotiable? What you can actually change before you buy.
Tesla doesn’t haggle on price, but that doesn’t mean nothing is negotiable. Here’s where buyers still have room to save.
Can you cancel a Tesla order? What happens to your money if you do.
Tesla’s order fee is non-refundable on a new car, but pre-owned orders have two specific exceptions. Here’s what Tesla’s own support pages actually say.
Line up your insurance before delivery day.
Tesla won’t hand over the keys without proof of insurance. Here’s how to get it sorted before your delivery appointment.
Compare Tesla’s financing rate to a credit union loan before you sign.
Tesla’s promotional APR looks strong on paper, but a credit union pre-approval can still beat it once the fine print applies.
How to trade in your car when you order a Tesla.
A guide to Tesla’s built-in trade-in process, including when to get an estimate, why the final offer can change, and how to handle a car you still owe money on.
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