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The latest Tesla Model S news in Australia covering new vehicle releases, industry news, new vehicle sales figures (VFACTS), spy photos, features, concept cars and more.

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How many batteries, motors were needed to get this Tesla to 2 million kilometres

How many batteries, motors were needed to get this Tesla to 2 million kilometres

One Tesla owner has racked up an impressive 2 million kilometres on his Model S' odometer, though he's had to replace key components along the way.

William Stopford

Hoon wrecks Tesla Model S Plaid before even leaving the dealer

Hoon wrecks Tesla Model S Plaid before even leaving the dealer

The driver of a Tesla Model S Plaid has spectacularly crashed into luxury cars in a carpark, reportedly causing $300,000 worth of damage.

Jade Credentino

Tesla recalls over 1.6 million cars in China

Tesla recalls over 1.6 million cars in China

Over 1.6 million Tesla vehicles are being recalled in China for Autopilot and door latch issues. This is being fixed by a software update.

Jack Quick

Every car and SUV discontinued in Australia in 2023

Every car and SUV discontinued in Australia in 2023

Escape, Rio, CX-9, Passat... Some nameplates that have been around for a long, long time in Australia have been axed this year, along with some newer nameplates.

William Stopford

Tesla fined by Australian watchdog for breach of battery safety standards

Tesla fined by Australian watchdog for breach of battery safety standards

Tesla has been forced to pay penalties to Australia's consumer watchdog after failing to comply with button battery safety guidelines.

James Wong

Tesla rolling out new safety feature with latest software update

Tesla rolling out new safety feature with latest software update

Tesla vehicles now get a new safety feature that sees the hazard lights flash rapidly after an airbag is deployed.

Jack Quick

Tesla must be yoking! Wild steering setup now costs extra

Tesla must be yoking! Wild steering setup now costs extra

Tesla has now made its steering yoke for the Model S and Model X a paid extra. The round steering wheel is now standard.

Jack Quick

'The Reacher' is Tesla's solution to left-hand drive in the UK

'The Reacher' is Tesla's solution to left-hand drive in the UK

The solution to only being able to buy a Tesla Model S or Model X with left-hand drive in the UK? A glorified rubbish grabber.

Scott Collie

Tesla takes back electric car Nurburgring record from Porsche

Tesla takes back electric car Nurburgring record from Porsche

The Tesla Model S Plaid is once again the fastest electric car around the Nurburgring, having stolen back the crown from the Porsche Taycan Turbo S.

Scott Collie

Tesla sued by owners claiming software updates crippled batteries

Tesla sued by owners claiming software updates crippled batteries

A group of Tesla owners alleges a recent software update cut range on their cars by at least 20 per cent.

Scott Collie

Tesla Model S and Model X dead in Australia

Tesla Model S and Model X dead in Australia

Despite having been priced for Australia back in 2021, the updated Tesla Model S and Model X have now been confirmed to be left-hand drive-only.

William Stopford

Tesla reveals Track Pack for its most powerful car

Tesla reveals Track Pack for its most powerful car

Tesla Model S buyers who want to take to the track can now order a package that includes a higher top speed, carbon-ceramic brakes, and Goodyear Supercar 3R tyres.

William Stopford

Tesla update brings new features to Australian vehicles

Tesla update brings new features to Australian vehicles

The latest software for Tesla vehicles has brought a range of new features to Australian-delivered vehicles.

Jack Quick

Tesla brings back perks for fans who help sell cars

Tesla brings back perks for fans who help sell cars

Do you own a Tesla? It's time to start pushing your friends to join the party, because you'll both benefit from 'credits' that can be redeemed for charging.

Scott Collie

Australian Tesla vehicles get new features with latest update

Australian Tesla vehicles get new features with latest update

Tesla has introduced a raft of new features, including Apple Music, to its vehicles worldwide as part of the latest holiday update.

Jack Quick

Tesla brings Steam to Model S and X, meaning 'thousands of games'

Tesla brings Steam to Model S and X, meaning 'thousands of games'

New Model S and Model X owners can now play 'thousands of games' on their infotainment screens thanks to Steam integration.

Jack Quick

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