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Tesla’s new Megablock promises 23% faster installs and 40% lower costs
Tesla has unveiled the Megablock, a next-generation utility-scale storage solution designed to set new benchmarks in efficiency, speed of deployment, and cost savings. Building on the success of its widely deployed Megapack systems, Megablock introduces […]
Tesla Falls Below 40% U.S. EV Market Share for First Time Since 2017
Tesla’s grip on the American electric vehicle (EV) market is loosening, with new data showing its share slipping to levels not seen in nearly eight years. According to figures from Cox Automotive shared with Reuters, […]
BC Hydro Launches Canada’s First Pilot Turning Electric School Buses Into Mobile Power Sources
BC Hydro has introduced a groundbreaking pilot project that will turn electric school buses into mobile energy resources, marking the first real-world deployment of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology in Canada. The initiative will explore how these […]
SpaceX Strikes $17 Billion Deal to Acquire EchoStar Spectrum and Expand Starlink Capabilities
SpaceX has reached an agreement to purchase wireless spectrum from EchoStar Corp. in a transaction valued at approximately $17 billion. The acquisition positions SpaceX to significantly enhance its Starlink satellite internet service and push forward […]
Rear Door Emergency Release Straps For Your Tesla from Jowua [Deal]
When it comes to driving a Tesla, safety, design, and innovation go hand in hand. But what if you could add one simple upgrade that enhances emergency preparedness without compromising the vehicle’s sleek aesthetic? Meet […]
Starlink Expands T-Mobile Direct-to-Cell Capabilities, Adding Data Support for Popular Apps
SpaceX’s satellite service on T-Mobile in the United States is moving beyond basic texting. Michael Nicolls, Vice President of Starlink Engineering, announced that many data-rich applications—including Google Maps, X (formerly Twitter), and WhatsApp—are now supported […]
Cybertruck News
Tesla Supplier Slashes Value of 4680 Battery Materials Contract by 99%
Tesla’s battery supply chain has delivered an unexpected setback for one of its key partners. South Korean battery materials company L&F Co. disclosed this week that a previously announced supply agreement with Tesla has been […]
Elon Musk hints at steer-by-wire yoke steering in Cybertruck, confirms it will be a ‘tech bandwagon’
Yesterday Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirmed he will be providing an update on the company’s product roadmap at the next quarterly earnings call in January 2022. One of those updates will be on the Cybertruck, […]
Elon Musk to provide Tesla (TSLA) product roadmap update on Q4 2021 earnings call
Tesla CEO Elon Musk did not make an appearance during the company’s Q3 2021 earnings call last month. Musk had previously announced that due to his busy schedule, he was no longer going to be […]
Cybertruck and Wordmark socks added to Tesla Shop
This Christmas, you might actually like to wake up and find some new socks underneath the tree. Tesla has added new Cybertruck and Wordmark socks to their online store. The Cybertruck socks come in two […]
It has been two years since the Cybertruck prototype was revealed, when will we get to see the final design?
It might not seem like it, but it has been two years (and one day) since the Cybertruck prototype rolled onto the stage at the Tesla Design Studio in Hawthorne, California. Even though CEO Elon […]
Model 3 News
Tesla launches 5-year unlimited kilometre warranty for Model 3 and Model Y in Australia and New Zealand
Tesla has rolled out a significant warranty upgrade in Australia and New Zealand, extending its standard new-vehicle coverage to five years with unlimited kilometres. The updated Basic Limited Vehicle Warranty applies to all new Tesla […]
Tesla expands recalls on Model 3 and Model S to China
Tesla China has recalled nearly 200,000 Model S and Model 3 vehicles in China due to the trunk and front hood issues. The company issued the same recall in North America yesterday. China’s State Administration […]
Tesla Model 3 and Model Y get price increases in China on New Year’s Eve
Capping off a year of multiple price adjustments, Tesla has increased their prices on the Model 3 and Model Y in China on the final day of 2021. The lesser of the two price increases […]
Tesla recalls Model S and Model 3 vehicles for trunk and rear camera issues
Tesla issued two separate recalls on Thursday morning impacting impacting nearly 500,000 Model S and Model 3 vehicles. Both recalls are relatively minor in nature, and require an easy fix from Tesla’s Service Team. To […]
Tesla heat pumps failing in extreme cold due to firmware issue, here’s how to help prevent it while a fix is developed
Many parts of Canada are currently experiencing record cold temperatures, with some regions dropping to below -40°C (-40°F). The extreme cold has resulted in a number of Tesla owners reporting their heat pumps are failing, […]
Model Y News
Tesla launches 5-year unlimited kilometre warranty for Model 3 and Model Y in Australia and New Zealand
Tesla has rolled out a significant warranty upgrade in Australia and New Zealand, extending its standard new-vehicle coverage to five years with unlimited kilometres. The updated Basic Limited Vehicle Warranty applies to all new Tesla […]
Tesla China confirms Model Y Comfort Suspension has been added to Giga Shanghai’s production lines
Last year Tesla updated the suspension of the Model Y built in North America, calling the new setup ‘Comfort Suspension.’ Tesla China has now confirmed that Comfort Suspension has also been added to the production […]
Tesla exonerated in another supposed ‘brake failure’ case in China
The evidence has once again proven that claims of brake failure in Tesla cars in China are false. An investigation into a Model Y crash in November that left two people dead and three others […]
Toyota exec calls Tesla Model Y a “work of art” after teardown
Toyota has been a laggard when it comes to embracing the electric revolution, but the Japanese automaker has realized just how far behind they are after performing a teardown of the best selling electric vehicle, […]
Tesla Model Y clinches third straight IIHS’ Top Safety Pick+ award
If you are looking for one of the safest cars, you should consider a Tesla Model Y. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has again awarded the electric SUV its Top Safety Pick+ awards […]
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Model S News
Elon Musk cancels Tesla Model S Plaid+ in one tweet
Tesla CEO Elon Musk made a surprise announcement, cancelling the Plaid+ variant of the Model S that was scheduled to be released next year. Musk revealed the shocking news on his favourite social media platform […]
Tesla sends out invitations for Model S Plaid delivery event
After one delay it looks like the special delivery event for the Model S Plaid officially on for June 10. Tesla began sending out the invitations this morning via email to refresh Model S and […]
Jay Leno confirms insane Tesla Model S Plaid quarter-mile time [Update]
Last month Drive Tesla reported exclusively on the Tesla Model S Plaid setting a new record for the fastest quarter-mile time of any production car ever made. We also reported that car enthusiast Jay Leno […]
Model X News
How to access Plex and Apple Music on your Tesla
Did you know you can access and watch Plex videos on your Tesla? This hack was discovered recently, and it’s a great way to get more video content to your vehicle. First, you obviously need […]
Tesla’s glass roof on Model X shows off its strength in freak accident [VIDEO]
One of the more unique features of Tesla vehicles is the glass roof, available in different extents on all models. The Model X glass roof is the largest at roughly 31 square feet in size, […]
New discount for Tesla insurance in BC
If you’re from Beautiful British Columbia, there’s finally some good news when it comes to car insurance. Along with a host of other changes that were implemented as of September 1, 2019, ICBC now offers […]
SpaceX News
Alaska Airlines accelerates Starlink Wi-Fi rollout after impressive early results
Alaska Airlines is wasting no time when it comes to upgrading in-flight connectivity, announcing it will accelerate the rollout of Starlink Wi-Fi across its entire fleet following an unexpectedly strong debut on regional aircraft. The […]
Starlink receives approval to launch in Guatemala
Starlink is continuing its expansion in Latin America, with Guatemala becoming the latest country to allow the satellite internet service to operate in the region. On Friday the Telecommunications Superintendency (SIT) authorized Starlink as an […]
SpaceX will join FAA in an environmental lawsuit.
SpaceX is set to join the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as co-defendants in a lawsuit over the first Starship launch. In a motion on Friday, SpaceX requested that the Judge on the suit allow SpaceX […]
Italian insurance teams up with Starlink amid catastrophic floods
Italian insurance company Unipol Gruppo SpA announced they purchased Starlink terminals to assist rescue and recovery efforts amid catastrophic floods in Italy. The Starlink terminals will help rescue workers and essential services connect to the […]
SpaceX emerges victorious in battle with Dish Network over 12GHz spectrum
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has unanimously rejected Dish Network’s bid to utilize the 12GHz radio band for a ground-based 5G network, a move that would have been “detrimental” to millions of Starlink users. On […]
Supercharger News
Tesla Launches Pre-Paid Supercharger Cards in China With Limited-Edition Perk
Tesla has rolled out a new Supercharger Charging Card program in Mainland China, giving owners the ability to prepay for Supercharging using fixed kilowatt-hour (kWh) bundles rather than paying per session. The cards are available […]
Building plans reveal new details of Tesla Service Center in Langford [British Columbia]
Tesla started construction work on a new Sales, Service, and Delivery Center just outside of Victoria in Langford, British Columbia after a special ground breaking ceremony in March. Drive Tesla has now been able to […]
Cobourg Supercharger now open [Ontario]
Tesla Canada’s Supercharger team has been busy turning on new stations this week. One of the latest to go live is in Cobourg, Ontario. The Cobourg Supercharger started construction in July in the parking lot […]
Port Severn Supercharger now open [Ontario]
The Port Severn Supercharger in Ontario is finally open, giving Tesla owners another spot to charge on their way to cottage country. Construction of the Port Severn Supercharger began back in June. It looked like […]
