Tesla’s Model 3 gets an upgrade

Tesla is introducing upgrades to its Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, delivering greater range and also more functionality for the Model 3.

Model 3 upgrades include a new front camera in the front fascia with an expanded view of the car’s surroundings, and a new indicator stalk. The rear-wheel drive (RWD) version now offers 520km with 19-inch wheels; the Long Range RWD 750km up from 702km previously; the Long Range all-wheel drive offers 716km, increased from 678km. The Performance versions offers 580km range, up from 528km.

The Model Y gets upgraded battery packs allowing the Long Range all-wheel drive version to offer 629km WLTP, up from 586 previously.

Meanwhile, Leapmotor Ireland has announced the appointment of Kenny Galway, Tuam Road, Galway, as its latest official franchise dealer. 

This latest development marks Leapmotor’s fourth retail partner throughout Ireland, and the first in Connacht, further strengthening the brand’s footprint in the west of Ireland.

The appointment is part of Leapmotor Ireland’s continuing expansion of its nationwide dealer network. From this month, customers in Galway will be able to discover and purchase the full Leapmotor range at Kenny Galway.