again be allowed to use Superchargers after passing a safety certification at a Tesla service center. The test costs $900.

This was a huge knock on damaged cars sold by insurance companies, many of which are easily repairable into very driveable condition. It basically made a rebuilt tesla a local only commuter car, which kept rebuilt tesla prices down and limited desireability.

This news will make rebuilt tesla cars far more popular as well as being realistic replacements for more than just commuter cars. Parts for repairing teslas are also becoming way more available so they are easier and cheaper to fix. A flood of rebuilt teslas hitting the market will have an impact on some people's decision to pay the huge premium to buy a new tesla.