Tesla’s Model Y prices go up again in the US

Tesla just changed the sticker price on its most popular electric SUVs in America. The mid-range versions now cost $1, 000 more, pushing the all-wheel-drive model to $49, 990 and the rear-wheel-drive version to $45, 990. Even the fastest Model Y version saw a smaller bump, rising $500 to $57, 990. The updates popped up on Tesla’s website over the weekend without any official press release or customer notice.Price jumps aren’t unusual for new vehicles, but Tesla’s pattern of frequent increases raises eyebrows. Unlike legacy automakers that lock prices for months, Tesla seems to adjust prices almost on a whim, often overnight. Buyers who just test-drove a Model Y might return the next day to find the same car now thousands of dollars pricier. Experts point out that Tesla’s pricing power comes from strong demand and limited competition. The Model Y has outsold many gas-powered SUVs in recent quarters, giving Tesla leverage to raise prices without losing customers. Some analysts wonder whether these moves are about maximizing profits or simply testing how much buyers will tolerate.