Time to Trade Your Old EV for a New One? - CleanTechnica

The article from CleanTechnica discusses the potential benefits of trading in an older electric vehicle (EV), specifically a Tesla Model 3 from 2019, for a newer Tesla model or another EV brand. The author highlights improvements in newer Tesla models, such as the Model Y, which offers a larger trunk opening, automatic trunk lid, more headroom, and an optional factory-installed receiver for towing and bike racks—features that the older Model 3 lacks or has limitations with. Additionally, the range of newer models has improved significantly: while the 2019 Model 3 had an EPA range of 315 miles that has degraded to about 250 miles after 169,151 miles driven, new Model Y and Model 3 Premium rear-wheel-drive versions offer ranges of 357 and 363 miles respectively, with the Model S reaching up to 410 miles. Tesla has also reintroduced permanent free Supercharging for new Model S, Model X, and Cybertruck purchases. The article also compares the