Tesla Introduces Most Affordable Car: Long Range RWD Model 3 with 363-Mile Range for $34,990

July 12, 2024

By Karan Singh

Not a Tesla App

Tesla has brought back the Model 3 Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive variant, which starts at $42,490. However, due to the batteries in the Long Range model, it qualifies for the $7,500 federal EV rebate. This makes this new model the cheapest model in Tesla’s lineup after the federal rebate that comes off at the point of sale.

After the federal rebate, this model is $34,990, exactly $4,000 less than the standard RWD model with the smaller LFP battery.

Improved Range

The Long Range RWD variant boasts a range of 363mi (vs 341mi for the AWD, and 272mi for the regular RWD), and a 0-60mph of 4.9sec (vs 4.2sec for the AWD). This makes the new Long Range RWD Model 3 Tesla’s longest-range economic vehicle (Model 3 / Model Y). The Model S AWD boasts an impressive 402-mile EPA estimate.

Other than the lack of a front motor for handling in rough or slippery terrain, or having a faster 0-60, the Long Range RWD is a fantastic option for most people.

It’s worth noting that only the Long Range AWD model can unlock Tesla’s Acceleration Boost, which increases power and reduces the vehicle’s 0-60 times by about half a second.

Model	Price	Price After Rebate	0-60 MPH	Range
Model 3 RWD	$38,990	-	5.8s	272mi
Model 3 LR RWD	$42,490	$34,990	4.9s	363mi
Model 3 LR AWD	$47,490	$39,990	4.2s	341mi
Model 3 Performance	$54,990	$47,490	2.9s	303mi

Availability

For now, the Model 3 Long Range RWD model is only available in the United States, with no availability in Canada.

A Look at Design Concepts for Tesla's Model Y Redesign - Project Juniper

August 3, 2024

By Karan Singh

@DominicBRNKMN on X

Since the last batch of refreshed Model Y Project Juniper images surfaced on the web, creators have been hard at work making concept vehicles.

Let’s take a look at them at some of the most interesting designs.

Dominic’s Juniper Render

The hero image, from @DominicBRNKMN on X, provides a wider look at what the rear end of the Model Y Juniper may look like, including that new lightbar and some design hints from the refreshed Model 3 Highland.

Mike’s Render

@TeslaTruckClub on X posted a front shot of the Model Y, which is clearly inspired by the refreshed Model 3. We haven’t seen any images of the front of the vehicle yet, but this one is pretty straightforward. But take a closer look – there’s a twist. The headlights continue from one end of the vehicle to the other, incorporating a front lightbar. A clever idea.

Mike's Juniper Render

@TeslaTruckClub on X

Sugar Design’s Render

Our third render is from sugardesign_1 on Instagram, who previously made some absolutely fantastic renders of the Cybercab/Robotaxi. This one is an oblique rear shot, once again incorporating the rear lightbar and the refreshed Model 3’s taillights. It's nothing fancy off to the side, but it looks clean and sharp, and likely what we should expect in the refreshed Model Y.

Sugar Design's Juniper Render

sugardesign_1 on Instagram

Smoke-away’s Video Render

Back in 2023, SmokeAwayyy on X made a video render of the expected Model Y – it doesn’t include the lightbar, but is pretty much all the Model 3 design choices lifted and placed onto the Y, in a neat video package.

🔥 Model Y Refresh Concept 🔥pic.twitter.com/l4d5Yp8mMI
— Smoke-away (@SmokeAwayyy) September 8, 2023

What are your opinions on these renders? Do you think Tesla will take a different approach to the Model Y, setting it apart from the new Model 3? Or will they play it more conservatively, and go for what we’ve already seen in the 2024 Model 3 with some additions like the lightbar we see here? Join the discuss in our forums.

The Tesla App Now Celebrates Your Vehicle's Anniversary

August 2, 2024

By Karan Singh

Not a Tesla App

As part of an update to the Tesla App in June, Tesla now celebrates your car’s delivery anniversary. On your vehicle's anniversary, Tesla will send you an automated message in the app congratulating you on X years with your vehicle.

This was added in update 4.34, so everyone should have it now. The anniversary celebration message is global, and not restricted to North America. Oh, and you get a Tesla-versary for every Tesla you own as well as a chance to provide feedback to Tesla.

Tesla-versary Survey

As part of the anniversary, the app also asks you to fill out an ownership survey. The survey has a fairly detailed list of questions, including asking you about your favorite and least favorite features. Additionally, it also asks some of the standard questions on how likely you are to recommend Tesla as a brand, or to purchase another.

Some questions are on a 1-10 scale or list, while others are in a written answer format. The entire survey is done in-app, and it takes about 5 minutes to fill out. If you decline to fill out the survey because you’re busy, Tesla will send you an email just once, asking you to fill out the ownership survey.

So, when your Tesla-versary date is up, provide some input! This is an excellent way for owners to communicate their concerns with Tesla writ-large, which will help with new feature development, bug-fixing, and general upgrades in the future.