Tesla Model 3 release date, specs news: No lifetime charging for electric vehicles

Changes can be expected from the upcoming models of Tesla's electric vehicles. With a new model expected from innovative technology company Tesla, reports indicated that a big change is to come.

It was announced by Tesla itself that they are stopping the free supercharging for life for the upcoming Model orders. It was stated that the new Model 3 will no longer come with free lifetime charging. While the service is still available for Model S and X, head of Tesla Elon Musk explained that the new models will still come with free electricity.

Reports stated that owners can available for free electricity, using a 400kWh yearly credit. In addition, it was stated that electricity used beyond that will cost less than gasoline. During a shareholder meeting, Musk elaborated further regarding the change.

He said, "Model 3, from the beginning we said free charging is not included in the Model 3 – free unlimited charging is not included, so, free long distance is, but not free local. It becomes really unwieldy for people to use the gas station approach for electric cars, like, cars should really be charged where you charge your phone, but then you just need to solve the long distance problem which is what the supercharger stations will do."

The upcoming model is said to be the most affordable of Tesla, bringing a premium sedan with quality performance and safety. In addition, the new Model 3 is expected to go 215 miles on one charge. Reports revealed that the vehicle received 5-stars in all its safety ratings.

Aside from that, it was stated that the Model 3 will have Autopilot hardware, making it very functional. Production for the upcoming car will start mid-2017, though Tesla is taking orders until January 2017. The new model is expected to be released mid-2018.