Tesla has made headlines for all sorts of reasons as of late. Tesla recently achieved record profits and announced more details about its self-driving car technology. But on another note, the electric car company has been in the news for safety recall actions. This time, Tesla is recalling certain Model S and Model X electric vehicles. Which Model S and Model X EVs …
It’s not breaking news that 2020 hasn’t exactly been a typical sales year for the auto industry. Not every brand did as poorly as they thought. Still, according to the year to date data on Good Car Bad Car, there’s only one brand that sold enough units this year to beat last year’s sales numbers. …
Owning a luxury car might just seem like a status symbol to some people, but there are plenty of benefits they provide. There are a lot of reasons that luxury cars can be, well, luxurious, but that doesn’t mean that they don’t come with sacrifice. Luxury cars are typically known for being comfortable but that …
One muscle car shop owner has made a decent business modifying cars over recent years. His company has become very good at what they do. In fact, the company is so good that they are called out by celebrity Youtubers who need work on their Camaros, or Corvettes. So, it seems out of place that …
Drivers are used to jumping in the car and driving without worrying too often about stopping for gas. The idea of switching to an electric vehicle makes some people anxious that they might be out and about and run out of battery power. Tesla and Lucid are two companies offering cars that provide big enough …
The Tesla Model S Performance is no stranger to drag racing other EV’s to establish dominance. Not even supercars are safe from the Model S’s ludicrous 2.3-second 0-60 mph time. However, daily driving encompasses more than just savage launches with fully charged batteries and ideal conditions. The non-performance Tesla Model S is capable of a …
When it comes to building electric cars, there is no other brand that is more recognized today than Tesla. Just about any Tesla model that you choose will have all of the performance and battery range that you would need to appease your need for speed as well as the need to saving fuel for …
The all-electric vehicle is taking the automotive market by storm, and some EVs, like the Tesla Model S, are making waves with car enthusiasts. However, there’s a new company moving into the segment, and they’re bringing a powerful EV with them to compete with Tesla’s Model S. While Lucid, the new kid on the block promises to take …
For many of us the first electric or hybrid vehicles we knew where small cars like the Smart cars or Toyota Prius. It makes sense that these smaller, lighter cars require less energy, but a lot has changed in the car industry since then. Today we see electric cars that offer performance, luxury, and some …
No car is fully autonomous yet. Although some manufacturers claim their vehicles have autopilot like capabilities, at this time, no mass-market automotive manufacturer has a level 5 autonomous approved car. Right now, systems only aid the driver. They do not remove the driver from the equation. One Tesla driver found this out the hard way. …
Aside from the meteoric rise of Tesla’s stock in the past year, another piece of news from the innovative electric car company is the announcement that Tesla owners will soon be able to play “snake jazz” and other forms of elevator music from their cars. The announcement came from the Elon Musk himself via a …
While Tesla’s EVs may literally have ‘performance’ in their names, the Porsche Taycan Turbo S can match them in acceleration. All while being more efficient than the EPA’s tests suggest. However, in addition to giving the Model S more claimed range, Tesla’s recent update also added performance. But is it enough to let it match …
Car and Driver created a list of GOATS – the Greatest of All Time vehicles for the July issue of their magazine. They looked at the best cars from 1955 until today, and the importance they have played in the automobile industry. The 2012 Tesla Model S is named as one of the most influential …
Despite its age, the Nissan GT-R still offers an incredible blend of performance and daily-drivability. Especially in the 0-60 and ¼-mile drag racing arena. But EVs have long since proven their high-speed capabilities. And the poster child for this is the Tesla Model S, which recently received a few performance upgrades. So, what happens when …
Tesla has been around the block for almost two decades now. In those years, it’s produced a few impressive EV sedans and developed an all-electric SUV, the Model X. Plus, it has other projects in the works with production dates for the future. One of the most popular sedans it’s built is the Tesla Model …
There’s no denying EVs’ performance capabilities, least of all ones made by Tesla. The Model 3, for instance, can out-drag a 707-hp Charger Hellcat. And the Tesla Model S is one of the few cars which can honestly see the 0-60 times the publications post. But Tesla now offers Performance variants of all its models, …
Tesla was the first big name in the world of EVs, and it’s still delivering good vehicles today. While many of its vehicles are on the pricey side, they’re some of the most high-tech cars on the market. One of the most popular cars produced by the automaker is the luxury Model S. It’s been …
Getting a good mileage range from an electric car is a concern many potential electric car owners face. There are some cars like Teslas that offer the option for an extended range, but at the end of the day you want to know you’re car is going to take you as far as you need …
Everyone who owns a Tesla Model S seems to be in love with their car. But in reality are there any drawbacks to owning one?
Claimed range is crucial for EVs, something that Tesla understands very well. It’s why, although the Porsche Taycan has the performance advantage, Tesla’s cars sell because of efficiency. At least, efficiency on paper. Updated for 2020, the Tesla Model S claims to offer a longer range than ever. But will it back that up with …
Back on May 24th, we covered how Elon Musk, the head of Tesla, was riding in the electric Tesla Cybertruck with Jay Leno in an episode of Jay Leno’s Garage. They discussed the need to make the Cybertruck smaller to fit in a standard garage. After the show aired, Mr. Musk tweeted that making the …
Up until now, the only way to get a Tesla with a convertible top was to buy their old roadster. The new roadster from Tesla is not available yet, and the rest of the Tesla lineup does not have the convertible option. But, in the automotive industry, if you want something bad enough, there is …
Introduced in 2012, the graceful, sporty Tesla Model S broke new ground in the world of electric vehicles. This five-door liftback sedan was the first EV to offer long-range performance, and its 416-hp rear-mounted electric motor made it blazingly fast. By 2018, buyers coveted the car so much that it became the second most-sold EV …
Electric vehicles are on the rise and as far as a fully electric car goes, Tesla is undoubtedly one of the first that comes to mind. The new 2020 Tesla Model X is a luxury vehicle with a luxury price tag. It boasts the benefits of being electric, yet Consumer Reports doesn’t have much good …
The founder and CEO of Tesla, Elon Musk is mad again. Musk is no stranger to controversy and is known for being temperamental, as well as being innovative. This time around, he’s still upset about the government’s shelter-in-place orders which he believes are screwing up his business. Tesla’s Last Controversy in March In March, Musk …
The praised 2020 Porsche Taycan has scored even more bragging rights with its honors at the 16th annual World Car Awards. The Taycan won ‘Best World Luxury Car’ and best ‘World Performance Car’ with its relative Porsche 911 coming in at second in both categories. The WCA recognizes automotive excellence and innovations in the ever-changing …
Just because your car’s published 0-60 time is quick doesn’t mean it’ll actually be that fast on the street. Even electric cars can struggle to match the 0-60 times the pros put out. But there are cars that can genuinely back up the performance they claim to have. And you don’t even necessarily need Ferrari-levels …
It’s no secret that electric cars are incredibly fast. Compared to gasoline-powered cars, electric cars generate massive torque without revving their motors. This means they can sprint off the line. The Tesla Model X SUV can go 0-60 in 2.7 seconds, for example, while the Porsche Taycan Turbo S can do it in 2.4 seconds. …
Porsche Taycan Nurburgring 2019-003
