Tesla has introduced new, more affordable versions of the Model 3 Standard at $36,990 and the Model Y Standard at $39,990 in the US, which is $5,500 and $5,000 less than previous prices, respectively. The discounts turned out to be smaller than analysts expected and do not compensate for the loss of tax benefits of $7,500.
Tesla has announced a mysterious new product presentation scheduled for Tuesday, October 7. The teaser shows a rotating wheel or fan, sparking speculation about a new Model Y, an HVAC system, or even the next-generation Roadster.
Sales of new electric vehicles in the US grew by 21% last quarter, reaching 10% of total deliveries, thanks to a $7,500 federal tax credit. However, a slowdown in EV sales is expected after the credit expires.
Tesla has officially released an updated Model Y Performance in the US, accepting orders at a starting price of $57,490 before incentives. The new version has an EPA-estimated range of 496 km and accelerates to 96 km/h in 3.3 seconds.
In August, the Ukrainian car fleet was replenished with over 7. 9 thousand electric vehicles. Lviv region, Kyiv, and Kyiv region became the leaders in registrations.
Last month, Ukrainians bought almost 5,100 used cars from the USA, which is 6% more than in July. The average age of these cars is 5.3 years, and 46% of them are electric vehicles.
In August 2025, over 7,900 electric vehicles were added in Ukraine, which is 13% more than in July. Passenger cars predominated, a significant portion of which were used.
Tesla's Robotaxi app is now available to all iPhone users. The company is expanding services beyond Austin, Texas.
The most expensive Tesla Cybertruck Cyberbeast pickup truck now costs $15,000 more. The price change occurred without official announcements amid weak sales of the model.
Unplugged Performance introduced the UP Forged Road Warrior forged wheels for Tesla Model 3 and Model Y. They are advertised as "indestructible" with a lifetime warranty and feature a replaceable outer flange.
The flagship Volkswagen Touareg SUV will cease production by 2026 without a direct replacement. The company will focus on more affordable models, such as the Tayron, due to declining profitability.
Tesla no longer accepts orders for its luxury electric vehicles Model S and Model X in Europe. Buyers can only purchase pre-configured models, while Model 3 and Model Y are available for order.
In the first half of 2025, Kyiv, Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Odesa, and Kharkiv regions became leaders in new car sales. RENAULT Duster was the bestseller among new cars, while Volkswagen Golf, Tesla Model Y, and Audi Q5 led among used cars.
Ruslan Magamedrasulov, head of the NABU territorial detective department, detained on suspicion of aiding the Russian Federation, bought an apartment in Bulgaria and a Tesla car during the war. He is also suspected of mediating the sale of technical hemp and having ties to the fugitive MP Khristenko.
Tesla is working on a new version of the Model 3 sedan, which may have the longest range in the lineup. The new model, named Model 3+, will have a single motor, rear-wheel drive, and LG triple lithium-ion cells.
In the first half of 2025, Ukrainians purchased 30. 8 thousand used passenger cars up to 5 years old. Electric vehicles account for almost half of imports in this segment.
In the first half of 2025, Ukrainians purchased 22,000 used passenger cars from the USA, which is 4% more than last year. The most popular models were Tesla Model Y, Tesla Model 3, Ford Escape, Jeep Cherokee, and Nissan Rogue.
In the first half of 2025, almost 31. 8 thousand electric vehicles were registered in Ukraine. Lviv Oblast, Kyiv, and Kyiv Oblast became leaders in terms of registrations.
In June, Ukraine's car fleet was replenished with over 2. 4 thousand hybrid passenger cars, which is 14% more than last year. Among the new cars, the Toyota RAV4 leads, and among imported used cars, the Toyota Prius.
In the first half of 2025, 31,753 electric vehicles were registered in Ukraine, which is 30% more than last year. Among new cars, BYD Song Plus EV and Volkswagen ID. UNYX are leading, while among used cars, Tesla Model Y and Nissan Leaf are the leaders.
In June, demand for used passenger cars from abroad increased by 7%, reaching almost 20,000 vehicles. Volkswagen Golf remains the most popular model among imported used cars.
Buyers of the new Xiaomi SU7 electric car have faced a waiting period of up to one year, leading to complaints. Customers made a non-refundable deposit of 5,000 yuan, but were only informed of the long wait after confirming the order.
A Tesla Model Y electric car independently drove from the factory to a customer's home in Austin, Texas, without a driver or remote control. The trip, which covered city roads and highways, demonstrates the company's progress in autonomous driving.
Xiaomi shares soared after the manufacturer sold 200,000 YU7 electric vehicles in three minutes. This exceeded analysts' expectations, which may force Tesla to reconsider prices in China.
Tesla's Robotaxi service, launched in Austin, has encountered regular incidents, including driving errors and unpredictable stops. Reddit users have recorded 11 videos of robotaxi malfunctions.
New Tesla car sales in Europe fell by 27. 9% in May, while overall electric car sales in the region rose by 27.2%. The decline is attributed to competition from cheaper Chinese electric vehicles and protests against Elon Musk's policies.
Xiaomi has confirmed the launch of its YU7 electric crossover, targeting the premium SUV market, which will compete with the Tesla Model Y. The YU7 Max model boasts 690 hp, acceleration to 100 km/h in 3.23 seconds, and a range of up to 760 km.
Tesla launched limited testing of its Robotaxi service on June 22 in Texas, allowing rides only to invited individuals accompanied by "safety monitors. " The service uses adapted Model Y vehicles and operates in a restricted area, while the full-fledged Cybercab model is not expected until 2026 at the earliest.
Texas lawmakers have urged Tesla to postpone the launch of robotaxis in Austin until September due to a new autonomous driving law. They are asking the company to provide proof of compliance with the law if the launch takes place this month.
The most popular was the Tesla Model Y (544 cars). Used cars up to 5 years old accounted for 28% of total imports.
