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Hey, I'm in Calgary and just ordered the Model 3 AWD over the RWD. It's $10k more, which probably isn't worth it if you're not dealing with cold winter, but for me the extra range, speed, speakers, and grip made sense, I've slipped more than once in RWD cars here in Alberta before so I guess having good winter tires + awd will just keep me safer I guess instead of worrying in a rwd

But I didn't cross-shop the Model Y Standard before ordering, though. It's an SUV with more ground clearance, but slower, shorter range, and a more basic interior, and it's RWD. Is it actually the better pick, or does the AWD still win for snow?

I ordered a Model 3 RWD in July, and my delivery window was set for August 21–26. My credit decision was stuck on 'pending' for over a month until I finally reached out, only to be told no. My SIN starts with a 9, so I’m guessing that was the big issue.

They gave me the option to pay in cash, but even if I wanted to, I preferred to finance on a short term (36 months) just for the credit experience. Anyway, I will definitely try again in the future, maybe at the beginning of next year!

By the way, the car was a white Model 3 with a black interior at the Halifax location. Hopefully, this means one of you guys gets your car a little sooner!

Order Details:
- Model: Model Y Premium AWD (Stealth Grey)
- Order Date: June 8
- Location: Vancouver (BC, Canada)
- Previous EDD: September 21 – September 30 (A tight 9-day window)
- Current EDD: December 12 – February 6 (Pushed today without a VIN)

Hey everyone,

I ordered my Model Y on June 8 in Vancouver. My EDD had narrowed down to a solid 9-day window (Sep 21 – Sep 30), so I was expecting delivery by the end of Q3.

However, out of nowhere today, my EDD was pushed back to Dec 12 – Feb 6. I still do not have a VIN assigned.

I understand EDDs fluctuate, but getting bumped from a 9-day end-of-quarter window all the way to Q4/Q1 seems extreme, especially for an early June order.

Has anyone else experienced an EDD jump like this recently?
- Is this just an algorithm glitch that usually self-corrects after a few days?
- Or did I miss the Q3 shipment batch and get bumped to the next production cycle?

Any insights or similar experiences from Vancouver/Canadian buyers would be greatly appreciated!

Does anyone have any data tracking the costs of new model 3's in canada? I am having trouble understanding why a brand new model 3 from tesla is $4k more then a 2024 with 60k kms

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Canada and US reached a "deal" tonight before the deadline of 50% tariffs set to take place midnight. The deal includes a lot of stuff, but I'm focusing on automotive (obviously).

I want to make it clear: the details of the deal are not yet confirmed and there is nothing confirming whether the deal actually changed automotive tariffs. Take it with a grain of salt. However, the reason I make this post is because a big part of the deal was the ask to reduce tariffs on vehicles going both ways. Canada wanted 15% tariffs on vehicles (reduced from the current 25%) and the US wanted vehicles to use parts built in the US. A "deal" being reached means it is highly likely that automotive tariff reduction was a part of it.

The following section of the post will assume that the tariffs on vehicles have been reduced to a percentage at which it makes logistical sense for Tesla to switch their operations to the US.

What does this mean for Tesla?

1. The switch of the Model Y Premium AWD and Standard RWD coming from Giga Berlin to coming from a US factory. Even with tariffs, it is logistically easier to get it from the US and it is cheaper car to use land than to ship overseas
2. Addition of more Model Y variants, likely Model Y Premium RWD. Other variants may be added depending on if it makes financial sense. The trims available in the states are: Model Y Standard RWD and AWD, Model Y Premium RWD and AWD, Model Y Performance, and Model Y L
3. Change in pricing. The current Model 3 and Model Y performance may or may not see a price reduction, the cybertruck will likely see a price reduction. Model Y Premium AWD may or may not see a reduction, as the current price is already cheaper as it is in the US.
4. Reduced wait times as they will be able to come from the US
5. The Model 3 will likely continue to come from China in hopes to use up the quota and hold of chinese brands from entering. It will eventually switch back to the US when the quota is used up and/or when it does not make logistical sense for Tesla to continue bringing the 3 from China.
6. Considering that both the 3 and Y will switch back to the US, it is possible that Tesla reserves the chinese market exclusively for bringing the Model Y L to Canada. It is already hard for Tesla to fulfill Model Y L orders in the US, so it doesn't make sense for Tesla to bring them from the US especially as they can choose to bring it from China.
7. If you currently have a Model Y on order and have a long time until your EDD, it is possible that your car may come from the US instead of Germany. If your EDD is in late this year, it is possible that you will get the car earlier.

I again want to make it clear: the details of the deal are not yet confirmed and there is nothing confirming whether the deal actually changed automotive tariffs. All the points listed above are a hypothesis and not actually confirmed. Do not base your decision off of this post.

Has anyone in Calgary had their model y EDD delayed from Aug 26th-31st to Aug 30-Sep 4th?

Ordered May 23rd. VIN assigned over a month ago.

I haven’t seen much on the spreadsheet in regards to model Ys being delivered to Calgary around these dates.

Hello everyone,

This post is pretty much for those in the interior, and specifically those in the Valemount area. I’m planning a road trip, leaving tomorrow morning from Edmonton to the Vancouver Area in my RWD M3. Valemount Supercharger currently showing “Temporarily Closure” and that will considerably change my charging plan. Basically I’m curious if anyone has been by recently (last couple of days) to see why this closure has been in place? There doesn’t seem to be any solid info anywhere other than there MAY be SOME stalls available and functioning. I guess either way I can rely on that location for a charge anyway until Tesla removed the closure not on it.

My EDD is between Aug 22-27 in Etobicoke and I haven’t been notified for a delivery date yet :/. It’s the 19th I feel like we are cutting it close now? I’ve had the vin since I purchased Jul 17.

Considering getting Tesla next yr or the yr after because I thought it could be cheaper to drive, plus I have always believed it is a fun car to drive. However I did some research and realized it might not always be the case. Would like to see some advice!

I live in Alberta. Currently renting an apartment with no level 2 charging, plus the parking lot is outdoor. Any Tesla drivers in the same situation and is it going to be a hassle owning a Tesla this way?

Also how does insurance compare to when you had ice cars? This is my second year driving in Canada and the current insurance with my Tiguan is 320 per month, don't know if it is going to be much higher and how much.

Thank you in advance!

I keep seeing people saying tint the windshield. That's $110 ticket in Ontario and over 30% on the front windows is the same. Plus an order to remove. Does it increase mileage that much? Is it just for aesthetics? If you do get pulled over $330 plus time to remove and prove it at the station.