You can get a crazy good deal on a used Tesla from Hertz right now — but know these risks

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High-mileage EVs, like these for sale from Hertz, can be a red flag.

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Rivian R2 vs Tesla Model Y: How the two electric SUVs stack up

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The Rivian R2 SUV and the Tesla Model Y
The Rivian R2 SUV and the Tesla Model Y are set to compete against each other. Here's how they compare.

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I bought a used Tesla Model 3 for $26,000. Despite its high mileage, I'm happy with my car.

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Lambrecht and his Tesla Model 3.

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Tech YouTuber says Tesla's refreshed Model 3 is more luxurious: 'It kind of feels like a mini Model S'

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Marques Brownlee said he's "very impressed" by Tesla's updated Model 3.

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A Tesla owner says he's done driving his Model 3 after the car stopped randomly in the middle of a highway

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A Tesla owner said his Model 3 stopped randomly on the highway.
A Tesla owner said his Model 3 stopped randomly on the highway.

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I'm an autos reporter who's driven plenty of EVs. My first experience with a Tesla was still eye-opening.

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Tesla Model 3 Hertz rental in my driveway

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I bought a Tesla Model 3 to drive long distances. It's easier and more affordable than I expected, but there's one downside.

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Wally Nowinski bought his Tesla Model 3 for $58,790 in 2020.

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Don't forget to check the 'frunk' in a rented EV! A Hertz customer found a slab of rancid meat in his Tesla.

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Froemelt found a previous renter's forgotten groceries in his rented Tesla's frunk, which included a 10 pound slab of meat.
Marc Froemelt found a previous renter's forgotten groceries in his rented Tesla's frunk, which included a 10 pound slab of meat.

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A Tesla stopped working and got stuck in the middle a busy road for 9 hours because it couldn't be moved, report says

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A Tesla Model 3.

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Tesla gave the Model 3 a makeover and cut the price of Full Self-Driving by $3,000

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Tesla's revamped Model 3
Tesla's revamped Model 3 has slimmer headlights.

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