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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
How Tesla’s ordering process actually works, step by step
A step-by-step look at how Tesla’s online ordering process actually works, from configuring the car to the order fee to the pending tasks in the Tesla app.
How to add a driver to your Tesla and share access without handing over your key
The Tesla app lets you add up to five drivers to a car, each with their own phone key and their own limits. Here’s what they can and can’t do.
Get your home ready before your Tesla arrives.
Home charging installation takes longer than delivery does. Line up an electrician, a permit, and your HOA before your Tesla shows up.
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.
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.
Found a problem at your Tesla delivery? Here’s what happens next.
A paint chip, an uneven panel gap, a rattle from the trunk liner. Here’s how to document it, report it, and actually get it fixed.
Why your Tesla delivery date keeps moving, and how to track it.
Your estimated delivery window isn’t a promise. Here’s what actually drives it, where to check it, and what changes if you edit your order.
What happens to your title and plates after your Tesla arrives.
Delivery day gets the car in your driveway, but your permanent plates and title usually show up later. Here’s what to expect and why the timeline depends on your state.
Change your Tesla order before delivery.
Most of a Tesla order stays editable through your Tesla Account until the final invoice is issued, but the self-service window is narrower than it looks.
Home Delivery vs. Pickup Center: What Actually Differs When You Get Your Tesla
Home delivery and pickup at a Tesla location differ in more than convenience: who shows up, how much you can inspect before accepting, and how paperwork gets signed all change depending on which one you get.
The Paperwork You Need for Tesla Delivery Day
Tesla delivery runs through app-based tasks and in-person documents, and skipping any of them, from proof of insurance to trade-in titles, can push your appointment back.
Custom Order vs. Inventory Tesla: Which One Fits You
A custom order lets you configure a Tesla exactly how you want it and wait weeks to months, while an inventory car is already built, ready in days, and sometimes discounted, but limited to what is already on the lot.
Phone key, key card, or key fob: which should you actually carry?
Tesla gives you three ways to unlock and drive your car. Here’s what each one does, what it costs, and why you should carry a backup even if your phone is your daily key.
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.
Your Tesla’s first week: what to do after delivery.
The setup tasks that actually matter in your first week of Tesla ownership, from the app to insurance to charging.
What happens between your Tesla order and delivery day.
A walk through the ordering, VIN assignment, and scheduling steps that happen before you pick up your Tesla.
Inspect Your Tesla Before You Accept Delivery
A practical, item-by-item guide to what to check on your Tesla before you sign for delivery, covering the VIN, paint and panel gaps, glass, tires, interior trim, software, the odometer, and the charging cable.
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