TESLA MODEL Y DEBUTS AND OTHER NEWS: WEEKLY UPDATE

EV Channels Review

The Tesla Model Y reveal is the central focus of this update, presented as a larger, stretched version of the Model 3 sharing approximately 75% of its components. The reviewer notes its resemblance to the Model X with a "humpback shape" but expresses personal reservations about its aesthetics. Key details include the availability of seven seats (with the third row arriving later), and four distinct range/performance variants. The Standard Range (230 miles, $39k) faces the longest wait (Spring 2021), while Long Range (300 miles, $47k), Dual Motor AWD (280 miles, $51k), and Performance (280 miles, $60k) are slated for Fall 2020. The Performance trim's 0-60 mph in 3.5 seconds for an SUV at $60k is highlighted as impressive value, though the reviewer anticipates significant competition by its release. Other news covers Tesla's store closure reversal, the Volkswagen I.D. Hatchback, Fisker's affordable EV, and various updates on Ford, Chevrolet, Ferrari, Maserati, Jeep, McLaren, Gordon Murray, Buick, Cadillac, Infiniti, Audi, Acura, Nissan, and the next James Bond car.