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Tesla Discontinues Solar Roof Tiles, Citing Economic Viability
The company says the integrated solar shingle system was not cost-effective to produce at scale.
Elena Cho
Tesla Robotaxi Gets Massive Nevada Approval for up to 5,000 Vehicles
The decision replaces an interim order that capped Tesla at just 10 driverless vehicles on the Las Vegas Strip.
Marcus Reed
Waymo Expands Robotaxi Service With New Minivan Fleet Taking Paying Passengers
Alphabet's autonomous vehicle subsidiary opened public rides in the Ojai, California service area using Jaguar I-PACE vehicles.
Marcus Reed
New to Tesla? Start here.
Everything a brand-new owner needs in their first month — the guides, the quick answers, and the gear owners add first.
New Owner Guides
Delivery-day checklist, your first week, home charging setup, the settings to change first, and the app explained.
Read the guides →New Owner FAQ
The most-asked questions answered fast — charge limits, Sentry drain, cold-weather range, maintenance, and warranty — with a quick-reference cheat sheet.
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The accessories owners buy first — screen protectors, all-weather mats, sunshades, and charging adapters — picked for broad fit.
See the gear →Tesla Cost Guides
Honest, 2026-current breakdowns of what a Tesla really costs to own — and when gas still wins.
Tesla Model Y vs Gas SUV Cost
8-year cost showdown: Tesla Model Y Long Range vs a $38k gas SUV in Texas. See fuel and maintenance savings, the EV fees, and exactly where break-even lands.
Tesla Model Y vs Toyota RAV4 Hybrid: Cost of Ownership (2026)
Tesla Model Y vs the 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid: price, fuel, maintenance, insurance, and depreciation compared. The hybrid narrows the gap — see who really costs less to own.
Tesla Model 3 vs Honda Civic Cost (2026)
Tesla Model 3 vs Honda Civic cost compared for 2026: sticker price, fuel, maintenance, Texas EV fees, insurance and depreciation — and exactly where each one wins.
Tesla Model Y vs Honda CR-V Cost (2026)
Tesla Model Y vs Honda CR-V cost compared: sticker, fuel, maintenance, insurance, Texas EV fees and the mileage where the Model Y breaks even on a gas CR-V.
Cybertruck vs F-150 Cost of Ownership
Tesla Cybertruck AWD ($79,990) vs a gas Ford F-150: see how fuel and maintenance savings stack up against the steep price and depreciation gap for Texas truck buyers.
Tesla Model 3 vs Model Y: Which to Buy (2026)
Tesla Model 3 vs Model Y in 2026: price (only ~$3k apart), space, range, efficiency, and how they drive — plus which one is right for you. Honest comparison.
Tesla Model Y vs Ford Mustang Mach-E (2026)
Tesla Model Y vs Ford Mustang Mach-E in 2026: price, range, efficiency, charging, and where each wins. An honest comparison of the two most cross-shopped electric SUVs.
Tesla Model Y vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 (2026)
Tesla Model Y vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 in 2026: price, range, 800V charging, interior space, and tech. An honest comparison of two top electric SUVs — both now NACS.
Tesla Model 3 vs Hyundai Ioniq 6 (2026)
Tesla Model 3 vs Hyundai Ioniq 6 in 2026: price, class-leading range and efficiency, 800V charging, design, and tech. An honest comparison of two top electric sedans — both NACS.