Tesla Hit with Setback After Attempting to Boost Sales with 'Snazzy' New Feature: 'We May Have Seen Peak Model Y Sales Already'

Tesla hit with setback after attempting to boost sales with 'snazzy' new feature: 'We may have seen peak Model Y sales already'

Tesla has redesigned its popular Model Y, hoping that the new updates will provide a much-needed sales boost. However, sales figures so far indicate that the refreshed version of the EV is unlikely to help the brand recover from its slump.  What's happening? As InsideEVs reported, the revamped Tesla Model Y incorporated a new "snazzy" light bar and improved suspension. However, these updates to the electric crossover SUV weren't enough to inspir…

Tesla's affordable EV is 'just' a stripped-back Model Y, Musk confirms

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has confirmed its incoming, affordable electric car is “just a Model Y” that has been made cheaper, rather than a completely new model. 2025 Tesla model Y. Tesla has confirmed its next model is “just a Model Y” that will be made more affordably. During Tesla’s second-quarter 2025 investor call, CEO Elon Musk said the new model is “just a Model Y… [I’ve] let the cat out of the bag there,” claiming a lower price would allow mo…

Spy photos reveal that Tesla's new, cheaper Model Y goes back to basics

Leaked images, first published by the popular Chinese auto blog "Garage 42," reveal what looks like a more affordable version of the Tesla Model Y. It seems this long-awaited vehicle is simply a stripped-down version of Tesla's best-selling electric SUV. Looking at the interior spy shots, Tesla is making some big cuts. The giant, single-pane panoramic glass roof, a signature feature of the current Model Y, is gone. This change alone will cut mat…