Tesla FAQ

All new Tesla vehicles: Model 3, Model Y, Model S, Model X, and Cybertruck purchased in the USA or Canada.

The 3-month FSD trial activates automatically upon delivery of your new Tesla.

Unfortunately, the referral link must be used before placing your order to receive the benefit. If you haven't submitted payment yet, you may be able to cancel and reorder with the referral link.

After the trial period, you can choose to subscribe to FSD for $99/month (USD or CAD). There's no obligation to continue - it will simply stop working if you don't subscribe.

As of February 2026, Tesla discontinued one-time FSD purchases. FSD is now only available as a $99/month subscription.

The 3-month trial is worth $297 ($99/month × 3 months). This applies to both USD and CAD pricing.

In the USA, Model 3 starts at $42,490. In Canada, it starts at $39,490 CAD. Prices vary by location with sales tax - use our location pages or calculator for your exact total.

In the USA, Model Y starts at $47,990. In Canada, it starts at $59,990 CAD. Check your state/province page for local pricing with sales tax.

Yes! Tesla is offering 0% APR on Model Y AWD and 0.99% APR on Model 3 for up to 72 months in the USA. This can save you $5,000+ in interest compared to typical auto loans.

Sales tax varies by location: 0% (Nevada, Oregon, Washington for qualifying vehicles) to 15% (Quebec). Visit our location pages for exact pricing in your state or province.

Yes, Tesla offers instant trade-in quotes online. You can apply the trade-in value directly to your down payment when ordering.

No, the federal $7,500 EV tax credit ended in September 2025. However, some states offer their own incentives, and there's a new $10,000 loan interest deduction available in the USA.

Varies by state: California ($7,500 income-qualified), Colorado ($5,000), Illinois ($4,000), New York ($2,000), and more. Check your state's page for details.

Quebec offers $7,000 (Roulez Vert), BC offers up to $4,000 (CleanBC). The federal iZEV program doesn't apply to Model 3 due to pricing. Check your province page for details.

Yes! Many utilities offer $500-$1,500 rebates for home charger installation, plus special EV charging rates. Check your location page for local utility incentives.

Typically 1-5 weeks depending on your location and configuration. Nevada/Texas have fastest delivery (1-2 weeks). Check your state/province page for local estimates.

Yes, Tesla sells 100% online. Configure your vehicle, complete payment, and schedule delivery - all from home. No dealership visits required.

Yes, you can schedule a test drive at any Tesla location before ordering. The referral link doesn't prevent you from test driving.

You'll inspect the vehicle, complete final paperwork, and drive away. The entire process takes about 30-60 minutes. Your FSD trial activates automatically.

Home charging costs $3-8 to fully charge (varies by electricity rates). That's about $0.03-0.05 per mile, compared to $0.12-0.18 per mile for gas cars. Use our savings calculator for your exact costs.

Home charging: 8-12 hours for full charge overnight. Supercharging: 15-30 minutes for 80% charge. Most people charge at home while sleeping.

Not required, but highly recommended. You can use a regular outlet (120V) for 3-5 miles of range per hour, or install a Level 2 charger for 30-40 miles per hour.

Model 3: 250-350 miles depending on version. Model Y: 260-330 miles. Range decreases 20-40% in extreme cold weather. Check our winter range articles for details.

Over 2,000+ Supercharger stations in North America with 20,000+ chargers. Check your location page for local Supercharger count.

Varies widely ($100-300/month) based on location, driving record, and coverage. Tesla Insurance available in some states. Often comparable to gas cars, sometimes cheaper.

Tesla maintenance costs $150-180/year in Canada, $100-150/year in USA. No oil changes, transmission service, or spark plugs. Just tire rotations and cabin filters.

Tesla batteries retain 90% capacity after 100,000 miles on average. Warranty covers 70% retention for 8 years/100,000-150,000 miles. Most batteries outlast the car.

No, modern Tesla batteries are designed for Supercharging. Some long-term degradation exists, but it's minimal. Daily Supercharging users see similar degradation to home chargers.

Tesla works great in winter with heat pump and battery preconditioning. Range decreases 20-40% in extreme cold, but still very usable. Check our winter testing articles for real data.

For most people, yes. You save $15,000-25,000 over 5 years in fuel and maintenance. 0% financing makes monthly payments affordable. Read our 'Is Tesla Worth It?' article for full analysis.

New gets you: 0% financing, free FSD trial, full warranty, latest features. Used saves $10,000-20,000 upfront. Check our used Tesla buying guide for details.

Model 3: $42,490, sedan, sportier, better efficiency. Model Y: $47,990, SUV, more cargo, AWD standard. Price difference is $5,500. Read our comparison guide.

Yes! The referral benefit stacks with 0% financing, state rebates, and any other Tesla promotions. It's completely free with no catches.