According to a recent study from the California New Car Dealers Association, two Tesla models are the top-selling new automobiles in California so far this year, signaling the state's sustained support for electric vehicles. According to the research, the Model Y is the state's top seller in 2022 with 42,320 registrations through to June. The Tesla Model 3 car came in second with 38,993 sales. Three Toyota models—the RAV4, Camry, and Corolla—placed third, fourth, and fifth, respectively.

While Toyota is the overall top-selling brand in the state, with 17.9% of the market share, Tesla follows immediately behind with 10.7%, according to the report. Sales of new electric cars in California hit the highest levels recorded in the previous five years, accounting for 15.1% of the market share, a considerable increase from 9.5% last year. With more than 40% of all ZEVs in the nation's fleet on the road, the state is the first to sell one million plug-in electric cars. According to trends, it’s clear that Californians are becoming more interested in buying alternatively powered automobiles.

When Tesla unveiled the Model Y in 2020, the small SUV quickly overtook the Mercedes GLC and Lexus NX in terms of market share. With the Tesla Model Y, people could recapture the comfort and performance advantages of an SUV minus the fuel requirements. In its same launch year, the Model Y not only earned a 22.8% market share but also dominated the premium small SUV market. In 2021, it acquired a 43.8% market share. The Tesla Model Y continues to move up the leaderboard. Now, with a 54.2% share in 2022, it is five times more popular than ever.

What makes the Tesla Model Y so successful in California? Let’s find out.

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The Tesla Model Y Has An Excellent Performance And Driving Range

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According to Tesla, the Model Y Dual Motor Long Range can hit 60 mph in 4.8 seconds, while the Performance model can do so in under 3.5 seconds. These numbers put the Model Y in the lead among electric SUVs, like the Hyundai Ioniq 5, which achieves a 60-mph sprint in 5 seconds. Since Tesla has reliable traction control, it can effortlessly navigate icy and rainy roads.

You feel in control and connected through a bend since the steering is light and fast to react to inputs. Additionally, there is little body roll—especially for an SUV, which is a big deal. The adjustable regenerative braking enables you to drive almost solely using the proper pedal – something you’ll appreciate every time you’re behind the wheel.

The Model Y still has more than enough range for the majority of daily driving and even road trips, and that’s despite Teslas being well renowned for falling short of their EPA ranges in real-world highway tests. For 2022, the Performance and Long Range versions of the Tesla Model Y are each rated at 303 miles by the EPA. We believe it is reasonable to expect about 290 miles in the Long Range and 265 miles in the Performance for highway driving at 70 mph. In contrast, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 range is between 220 and 303 miles, which means the Tesla still has a more desirable range bracket.

The Tesla Model Y Has An Excellent Charging Network

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Tesla's great charging infrastructure is among its best attributes. Superchargers are highly dependable, simple to use, and reasonably priced. There are a few or a lot of charging stalls at each of Tesla's more than 1,400 stations around the country (some locations have over 50).

Additionally, Tesla has nearly perfectly incorporated the Supercharging network into the in-dash infotainment system, which can help create time-saving routes. The system can include the time spent at each station as well as the number of active charges, as bouncing between chargers with lower battery percentages is more useful than just sitting at one.

As of Q1 2022, the Electrify America network—the second-largest in the country—had 800 charging stations and around 3,500 individual ultra-fast chargers open or under construction, continuing its rapid development.

The Tesla Model Y’s Cabin Is Comfortable, Tech-Filled, And Spacious

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The Tesla Y maximizes passenger space, largely because there isn't a transmission, engine, or petrol tank. Additionally, there is a ton of storage space in the back of the Model Y. With the back seats folded, there is a useful storage volume of 76.2 cubic feet.

The seat warmers warm up fast, and the chairs are highly cushioned and offer enough support. However, the faux leather upholstery doesn't breathe properly and can be stuffy in warm weather.

Like everything else, the climate controls are all accessed via the touchscreen. The climate options on the Tesla are very effective at chilling and heating the cabin. Conveniently, the cabin may be remotely preconditioned before you enter.

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The Tesla Model Y Has Cool Safety Features And Software Updates

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Tesla appears to be one of only a select few manufacturers that can successfully implement software upgrades, unlike other traditional automakers that want to be software gurus. Nearly every month, Tesla delivers upgrades that provide a variety of new features and pleasures. For instance, Tesla has upgraded its vehicles to add useful features like enhanced traffic and environment representations for Autopilot, cabin over-heat prevention, etc.

Despite the fact that Tesla's Full-Self Driving isn't truly "full-self driving," the brand nevertheless provides a remarkable selection of safety features that keep folks coming back for more. Even while certain functions, like Summon, appear a little buggy or even incomplete, the basic Autopilot system is a must for stress-free driving.

Additionally, compared to other vehicles, the Model Y is probably more likely to stay intact in rollover scenarios, according to Tesla's exceptional vehicle structural safety ratings.

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