Explore solar savings and FSD trials for eligible Tesla owners.
Explore Tesla-installed solar panels and see what a system could cost for your home. If Tesla is the right fit, eligible first-time customers can save an additional $400 through Chakree’s referral link.
Explore Tesla Solar & Get a QuoteUse the link before ordering and confirm eligibility and the $400 discount in Tesla’s pricing summary. Prior qualifying Tesla ownership and the referrer’s annual limit affect eligibility. Tesla-installed panels only; excludes Solar Roof and standalone Powerwall. Chakree may earn a reward.
Eligible existing owners can claim one free month of Full Self-Driving (Supervised) through Loren’s referral link.
Check Eligibility & How to ClaimThis is separate from solar and adds no benefit to a new vehicle order. FSD requires active driver supervision.
Loren may earn a reward if you subscribe during your trial.
San Francisco pays $5.94 for
regular and $6.33 for premium
— while the U.S. average sits around
$4.17. These are regional averages, not individual station quotes. Fuel-blend requirements, taxes and regional supply affect the gap, which changes over time.
At 12,000 miles a year and 25 MPG, estimated fuel spending is
$2,850 annually just on gas. Charging costs depend on your electricity rate and vehicle efficiency; compare both in the calculator below.
SF metro and U.S. regular-gas averages come from the same AAA feed. The dollar and percentage comparisons update together. Charging savings depend on your mileage, MPG and electricity rate; use the editable calculator for your own estimate.
Launched July 2, 2026 at $61,990, the Model Y L stretches the standard Model Y's wheelbase by six inches and replaces its cramped optional third row with a real 2+2+2, six-seat layout — heated, ventilated, power-adjustable captain's chairs in the second row, and genuine adult legroom in the third. With the Model X out of production, it is the only six-seat Tesla you can order new. The Launch Series includes 12 months of FSD (Supervised) in its purchase bundle. A referral does not extend that bundle.
A breakdown of what you're actually paying for at the pump — and why California gas costs so much more than the national average.
Crude oil, refining, and distribution figures are approximate EIA-based estimates and vary with market conditions. Tax figures per CA Board of Equalization.
The same 100 miles in an average new gas car and in a Model Y. Home charging uses the California average rate. San Francisco is served by PG&E, whose rates can run above that average, so home charging here may cost more than shown.
Model Y figures use the EPA rating for the 2026 Tesla Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive: 138 MPGe, or 24.3 kWh per 100 miles. Public charging is AAA's California average (October 2026). Home charging is the California average residential rate from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (August 2026); your utility's rate may be higher or lower.
Set your weekly miles and see a year of San Francisco gas next to a year of charging a Tesla — and what the difference could buy instead.
Assumes 0.25 kWh per mile for a Model 3 and a San Francisco regular-gas price; charging and gas rates are editable above. A fun illustration, not a quote.
Cars.com just named the Tesla Model 3 the most American-made vehicle of 2026 — and the only two EVs in the entire top 10 were the Model 3 (#1) and the Model Y (#2). The Model 3 rolls off the line in Fremont, about 40 minutes from downtown San Francisco. The single most American car you can buy is built right here in the Bay Area.
The Model Y L Premium (Launch Series) — $61,990 — bundles a full year of free Supercharging into the purchase price, alongside a year of Full Self-Driving (Supervised) and Premium Connectivity. No gas, because there is no engine. No charging bill, because Tesla is covering it. The included FSD bundle lasts 12 months; a referral does not extend it.
*Free Supercharging, Full Self-Driving (Supervised) and Premium Connectivity are included with the Model Y L Premium Launch Series for the first year of ownership; that 12 months comes with the car, not from a referral code. The Model Y L is not eligible for Tesla's promotional APR rates — Model Y RWD and Premium finance at 2.49% APR and Model 3 at 2.49% APR (Premium) or 1.99% APR (Performance), up to 72 months, subject to credit approval. Offers subject to change or end at any time — see Tesla.com/current-offers for full terms. Estimated gas savings based on 12,000 mi/year at 25 mpg average; actual savings will vary.
https://www.tesla.com/get-app/referral?code=loren97224
Open FSD Referral in Tesla AppOn a computer? Open this page on your phone to claim the trial. Tesla confirms eligibility and availability in the app.
Loren may earn a reward if you subscribe during your trial. FSD requires active driver supervision.
FSD referral limits: Each referrer can have at most 12 FSD (Supervised) referral trials accepted per calendar year. Every accepted trial uses a slot, whether or not the recipient subscribes; unused or expired trials do not restore slots. Rewards are separately capped at 12 per calendar year and 48 over the account lifetime. The annual limits reset on January 1. See Tesla’s program terms. The FSD link currently belongs to Loren, who may earn a reward if you subscribe during your trial.
Experience the car and Full Self-Driving (Supervised) before you buy. Feel the acceleration, explore the cabin and see how a Tesla fits your everyday driving.
No purchase commitment. New Teslas include their own 30-day FSD trial, separate from the existing-owner referral.
Book My Free Demo DriveBooked through Richard’s referral link. Richard may receive a referral reward.
*Model 3 financing available at 2.49% APR (Premium) and 1.99% APR (Performance) for well-qualified buyers with excellent credit, up to 72 months, with at least 5% down plus applicable taxes and fees. Model 3 Standard RWD and Model Y L are excluded. Rates reviewed November 1, 2026; confirm current Tesla terms.
Looking for a pre-owned Model S or Model X? Search Tesla’s listings; availability varies by location — view pre-owned Model S listings or pre-owned Model X listings.
Book a free demo drive to experience the car and Full Self-Driving (Supervised) before you buy. Choose a nearby Bay Area location and a time that suits you. No purchase commitment; FSD requires active driver supervision.
Book Your Free Test DriveAvailable at multiple SF Bay Area locations
California’s Clean Air Vehicle decals stopped providing solo-driver HOV access and decal-based toll discounts after September 30, 2025. Follow posted occupancy and toll rules. Check the DMV guidance.
The Bay Area has one of the densest Tesla Supercharger networks on Earth — from SF to San Jose, Santa Cruz to Napa. Most sessions take 15–30 minutes.
Additional state and utility rebates may apply. Visit DriveClean.ca.gov for current incentives by zip code.
TeslaSF.ca means San Francisco, California. A referral resource built by a Bay Area owner, for Bay Area buyers.
Model Y qualifies for 2.49% APR across Rear-Wheel Drive and Premium trims (Performance finances at 3.99%), up to 72 months. Model 3 is 2.49% APR on Premium and 1.99% APR on Performance. Subject to credit approval — purchase promotions are separate from the existing-owner FSD referral.
Trade in your gas or hybrid car and receive 2,000 free Supercharging miles, valid for two years after delivery.
Military, first responders, healthcare workers, teachers and students receive $500 off any new Tesla. Verification via ID.me required before ordering.
The FSD trial included with a new Tesla is separate from referrals. A referral does not extend it. The referral link is for eligible existing owners and is redeemed in the Tesla app.
30-day free Premium Connectivity on Model 3 and Y; 1-year free trial with Cybertruck. Includes streaming music, movies, and live traffic.
New US-assembled vehicles purchased for personal use through 2028 may qualify for up to $10,000 in deductible loan interest per year. Consult a tax professional.
All offers subject to change. See Tesla.com/current-offers for full terms and eligibility.
Code loren97224 is claimed in the Tesla app, not at checkout. It gives a free month of FSD (Supervised) on a Tesla you already own.
Navigating San Francisco and the greater Bay Area has always required a bit of local strategy. Between climbing the steep hills of Pacific Heights, bumper-to-bumper traffic on the 101, and some of the highest gasoline prices in the United States, your choice of vehicle matters. As we move through 2026, going electric with a Tesla is no longer just an environmental statement — it is the ultimate Bay Area life hack.
San Francisco gas prices change daily; the comparison above uses the latest available regional averages. A Tesla uses electricity rather than gasoline, and your fuel-cost savings depend on where and when you charge. Electric vehicles are mechanically built for San Francisco's unique topography. Tesla's immediate electric torque makes climbing the city's steepest grades effortless, while its regenerative braking captures energy on the way down, saving wear and tear on your physical brake pads.
Furthermore, charging a Tesla in the Bay Area is incredibly convenient. The region boasts one of the densest Supercharger networks on the planet. Whether you are grabbing groceries at Stonestown or heading south toward Silicon Valley, ultra-fast charging is always just a few minutes away.
Ready to compare your options? Check current Tesla financing and any California or utility incentives you qualify for. Federal clean-vehicle purchase credits are unavailable for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025. See the IRS rules. Plus, by using a local San Francisco Tesla referral code like loren97224 in the Tesla app, you unlock a free month of Full Self-Driving (Supervised) on the Tesla you already own. Don't wait until the next gas spike — experience the future of Bay Area driving.
Want to see the numbers? We just published a detailed breakdown comparing what Bay Area gas car drivers are spending versus what Tesla owners actually pay to charge — using today's AAA prices. Read: SF Gas Has Crossed $6 a Gallon. Tesla Owners Pay a Fraction of That. →
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