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Latest • Jan 25, 2026

Here are 8 tips for the best EV winter range and performance

This article provides eight expert tips for maximizing an electric vehicle's range and performance in cold weather. While aimed at all EV drivers, the advice is directly relevant to Tesla owners facing winter conditions. The tips are meant to help mitigate the reduced battery efficiency that is common in low temperatures.

Optimus • Jan 25, 2026

Tesla didn’t remove the Robotaxi ‘safety monitor’ – it just moved them to a trailing car

Elon Musk announced Tesla Robotaxi drives in Austin with no safety monitor in the car, causing a stock surge. However, reports indicate the vehicles were actually being supervised from a trailing Tesla car. This means the milestone is less significant than presented, as human oversight was simply moved outside the autonomous vehicle.

Model 3/Y • Jan 25, 2026

Tesla cuts standard Autopilot, paywalls basic safety feature behind FSD subscription

Tesla has removed its standard Basic Autopilot feature from new Model 3 and Model Y vehicles in North America. This means new buyers must now subscribe to the $99/month Full Self-Driving package to access basic lane-keeping assistance. For owners and enthusiasts, this represents a significant price increase for what was once a core, included safety feature.

Model 3/Y • Jan 25, 2026

All the EVs you can buy with 0% financing in January 2026 [update]

In January 2026, Tesla is offering 0% financing on its new, more affordable Model Y Standard. This makes purchasing the vehicle more attractive compared to leasing and provides a significant cost-saving opportunity for buyers. However, Tesla now faces increased competition, as other automakers like Kia are also offering aggressive 0% financing deals on their EVs.

Model 3/Y • Jan 24, 2026

The 10 Cheapest Vehicles On Sale With Safety Award

This article highlights that several affordable vehicles, including the Tesla Model 3, have earned top safety awards. This reinforces Tesla's commitment to safety being a core feature, not a luxury upgrade. For owners and enthusiasts, it's a strong point of validation that the brand's safety credentials are recognized even in its more accessible models.

Model 3/Y • Jan 24, 2026

Top 10 Automakers Committed to Gas Engines in 2026

While many major automakers remain committed to gas and hybrid engines, this highlights Tesla's distinct position as a pure EV leader. For Tesla owners and enthusiasts, this reinforces the brand's early and unwavering focus on electric technology, which may offer advantages in EV-specific innovation and infrastructure. However, it also suggests the competitive landscape for market share will remain intense as traditional brands continue to leverage their existing powertrain expertise.

FSD • Jan 24, 2026

Tesla replaces standard Autopilot with TACC, Musk explains why

Tesla has removed the standard Autopilot package from its new vehicle configurator, now including only basic Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (TACC) by default. This means new buyers will no longer receive the automatic steering feature unless they purchase a more advanced package. The change pushes owners toward Tesla's higher-tier driver-assist options, fundamentally altering the standard equipment for new vehicles.

Roadster • Jan 24, 2026

FSD is for chumps: SC01 is an EV that BEGS to be driven – and it’s coming to Europe

Weighing in at just 1,356 kg and packing a 320 kW (~430 hp) electric motor, the Xiaomi-backed JMEV SC01 ditches the extras and keeps the essentials – so if you’re the kind of person that dreams of a s...

Charging • Jan 24, 2026

Can You Really Use A Switch To Turn On A Supercharger, 'Mad Max' Style?

"Mad Max" features an iconic car with a supercharger that can be turned on and off. But how well could something like that work in real life?

Latest • Jan 24, 2026

Tesla End of Warranty Check – teure Reparaturen vermeiden

Tesla offers a paid "End of Warranty Check" to inspect vehicles before their warranty expires, which can help owners avoid costly future repairs by identifying issues still covered. Owners must decide between using Tesla's own service or an independent inspector, each with its own pros and cons. This service is crucial for owners to secure necessary repairs at no cost before assuming full financial responsibility for the vehicle.

Optimus • Jan 23, 2026

Podcast: Tesla Robotaxi grift, Volvo EX60 is a beast, Aptera in danger, and more

In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla’s latest Robotaxi grift, Volvo EX60 being a beast, ...

FSD • Jan 23, 2026

China shuts down Elon Musk’s claim that Tesla FSD will be approved next month

Just as Tesla investors were getting excited about a potential rollout of Full Self-Driving (Supervised) in its second-largest market, China has reportedly shut down Elon Musk’s latest timeline. Ac...