TESLA UNVEILS NEW MODEL Y WITH FEATURE NO ONE SAW COMING

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The video discusses the upcoming "Juniper" refresh for the Tesla Model Y, slated for production in Shanghai in January 2025. Key anticipated features include a six-seat configuration with captain's chairs, a front LED light bar, and a grille-less design, potentially adopting a more sedan-like aesthetic. The interior is expected to receive a 15.4-inch tilting center screen with 2.5K resolution and a new fourth-gen drive unit for improved refinement. The hosts speculate this refresh might lead to the phasing out of the Model S and X due to the Model Y's increasing sophistication. The review also touches on Tesla's recall performance, highlighting that most are software-related and that Tesla ranks favorably compared to other major automakers in terms of total recalls. A potential hardware issue with new Hardware 4 computers in some Model 3s and Ys is mentioned as an ongoing concern. The discussion briefly covers other EV news, including potential Honda-Nissan merger, Mercedes-Benz's CLA EV range claims, Rivian's UAW deal, and Australia's EV loan program for essential workers.