Tesla reveals affordable Model Y and Model 3 variants On October 7, Tesla finally revealed the more affordable version of its Model Y, called the Standard, and in a surprising move announced the Model 3 Standard as well. The two cars are now available for order on Tesla's U.S. website. The Model Y Standard starts at USD 39,990 and is available for November/December delivery, while the Model 3 Standard starts at USD 36,990, and arrives a little la...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/09

Tesla hints at new, more affordable model in October 7 event previews On October 6, 2025, Tesla posted two videos on X, previewing an event that it will host on October 7. The videos hint at a new vehicle model, which has led to speculation that the event will introduce a more affordable Tesla model. In April 2025, Tesla had delayed the launch of a lower-cost version of the Model Y in the U.S., stating that it planned to begin sales of the more a...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/07

Tesla deliveries in Q3 up 7.4% to record, while production down 4.8% On October 2, Tesla announced production, delivery, and deployment results for the third quarter of 2025. The expiration of EV tax credits on September 30 drove record sales, and made Q3 the first quarter in 2025 that Tesla posted a year-over-year sales gain.     •    Total deliveries were up 7.4% from Q3 2024, while total production in the quarter was down 4.8% from the s...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/03

New vehicle sales by 5 major OEMs in South Korea increase 18.1% in September Five Korean automakers announced domestic new vehicle sales in September. New vehicle sales in South Korea rose 18.1% year-on-year(y/y) to 124,515 units. Despite challenges such as tariff issues and labor disputes, growth was driven by the launch of new models and strong demand for eco-friendly vehicles. Hyundai Motor and Kia posted double-digit growth. By company, Hyund...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/02

Tesla increases lease prices in U.S. as EV tax credit expires On October 1, Tesla has raised lease prices for all its vehicles in the U.S. after the USD 7,500 federal tax credit that helped boost EV sales expired, according to the company's website. The monthly lease of the company’s best-selling Model Y increased to a range between USD 529 and USD 599, from a range of USD 479 to USD 529. Prices of all vehicles, however, remain unchanged. Model...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/02

Tesla begins Model Y EV deliveries across India’s metro cities On September 28, 2025, Tesla commenced deliveries of the Model Y electric SUV in India. The early deliveries target Mumbai, Delhi, Gurugram, and Pune, with Tesla providing free Wall Connectors for home charging. The Model Y arrives as a fully built import from Tesla’s Shanghai Gigafactory, with pricing shaped by current tariffs.  Tesla’s infrastructure in India now includes rap...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/30

Tesla considers door handle design change amid NHTSA scrutiny On September 17, Franz von Holzhausen, Tesla’s chief designer, said the company is looking to combine the electronic and manual door-release mechanisms, which are currently in separate locations. He said the decision is intended to make the handles more intuitive for occupants in “a panic situation.” “The idea of combining the electronic one and the manual one together into one...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/24

Geely Galaxy launches M9 plug-in hybrid electric SUV On September 17, Galaxy, a Geely sub-brand, launched the M9 flagship plug-in hybrid electric SUV. The model is available in one 4WD and five FWD variants, with prices ranging from CNY 173,800 to CNY 238,800. The M9 measures 5,205mm long, 1,999mm wide, and 1,800mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,030mm. Built on the GEA Evo (Global Intelligent Electric Architecture Evolution) architecture, the M9 is ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/19

JPJ shows Malaysia’s most registered EVs by model in Jan–Aug 2025, Chinese brands make up majority Reported on September 12, 2025, the Malaysian Road Transport Department (JPJ) has released data on the top 20 electric vehicle (EV) models registered in Malaysia during the first eight months of 2025. Leading the top 10 was the Proton e.MAS 7 with 5,455 units registered, followed by the BYD Sealion 7 (2,472 units), BYD Atto 3 (2,363 units), and ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/18

U.S. NHTSA investigates 174,000 Tesla Model Y’s over door handle failures On September 15, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said it opened an investigation into about 174,000 Tesla Inc. Model Y cars from the 2021 model year over reports that electronic door handles can become inoperative. NHTSA said it had received reports citing an inability to open exterior doors, including after parents exited the vehicle to re...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/18

UK passenger car sales down 2.0% in August 2025 UK passenger car sales decreased 2.0% to 82,908 units in August 2025, according to the data released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) on August 5. Year-to-date sales increased 2.1% with 1,265,281 cars registered in the January-August period of 2025. August sales for VW fell 1.5% to 7,866 units (9.5% market share), Ford sales increased 5.9% to 5,617 units (6.8% share), BMW sal...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/05

Foxconn EV crossover still on track for U.S. launch after Lordstown plant sale On August 14, Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) officials answered questions at an Investors Call that shed light on the company’s plans for EV sales and eventual production in the U.S. market. Foxconn recently sold its Lordstown, Ohio, plant, formerly planned as an EV production site, to Softbank “for greater financial flexibility” in fixed assets, while stayin...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/03

GAC unveils Emzoom Nova, M8 Master PHEV, and Aion Y at Festival of Motoring 2025 in South Africa On August 29, GAC unveiled three new models, the Emzoom Nova, the PHEV M8 Master, and the all-electric Aion Y, at the 8th annual Festival of Motoring at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit in Johannesburg, South Africa. The Emzoom Nova Entry Spec is equipped with a 1.5TG turbo engine paired with 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, delivering 130 kW of power and...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/02

New vehicle sales by 5 major OEMs in South Korea increase 5.2% in August Five Korean automakers announced domestic new vehicle sales in August. New vehicle sales in South Korea rose 5.2% year-on-year to 110,961 units. Exports struggled amid changes in the trade environment, including U.S. tariffs. Even so, supported by a recovery in the domestic market, overall sales remained steady and edged slightly above last year’s level. By company, Hyunda...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/02

Thai government - Tesla discuss cooperation on EV technology, Full Self-Driving, and sustainability On August 26, 2025, Thailand’s Minister of Transport met with Tesla to discuss cooperation on electric vehicle (EV) technology and autonomous driving systems (Full Self-Driving: FSD). The government emphasized its commitment to improving road safety and promoting greener, more efficient mobility. Key priorities include strengthening EV infrastruc...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/28

Tesla starts accepting pre-orders for Model Y L electric SUV in China On August 19, Tesla started accepting pre-orders for the Model Y L large 6-seater battery electric SUV in China, with a starting pre-order price of CNY 339,000. Deliveries will start in September. The Model Y L adopts an aerodynamic exterior design and measures 4,976mm long, 2,129mm wide, and 1,668mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,040mm. The Model Y L has a dual-motor AWD layout a...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/20

Hankook Tire to supply OE tires for Tesla Model Y Hankook Tire & Technology Co., Ltd. (Hankook Tire) announced that its iON evo AS SUV and the Ventus S1 evo3 ev tires are selected as original equipment (OE) for the improved version of the Tesla Model Y (Juniper). The iON evo AS SUV is an EV-exclusive all-season tire developed to realize low noise, excellent electric efficiency and mileage, and low rolling resistance to support the driving perform...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/14

Tesla obtains Texas license to operate robotaxi service Tesla Robotaxi LLC received a license to operate its autonomous ride-hailing service in Texas, allowing it to compete with other companies including Uber and Lyft. According to the Texas Department of License and Regulation, the license is valid until August 6, 2026, allowing the company to operate as a transportation network company across the state. With the license, Tesla can operate robo...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/13

Four Japanese automakers’ new car sales in U.S. in July 2025 exceed previous year’s sales for first time in 2 months Four Japanese automakers’ new car sales in the U.S. in July rose 11.1% year-over-year (y/y) to 438,131 units, marking a year-over-year increase for the first time in two months. Subaru Corporation (Subaru) and Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda), which have been reporting year-over-year declines since May, regained their momentum...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/07

New vehicle sales by 5 major OEMs in South Korea increase 0.9% in July Five Korean automakers announced domestic new vehicle sales in July. New vehicle sales in South Korea increased by 0.9% compared to the same month in the previous year to 110,926 units. Despite continued uncertainty over potential U.S. auto tariffs, both domestic and international sales remained solid. By company, Hyundai Motor led the market with 56,227 units sold (50.7% mark...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/04