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Tesla’s “Ecological Paradise” Near Giga Texas Revealed in New Plans
Tesla is preparing to turn its vision of an “ecological paradise” at Giga Texas into a reality, unveiling official plans and renderings that detail an ambitious public green space surrounding its Gigafactory in Austin. Submitted […]
SpaceX gets Starlink approval in Bangladesh
Bangladesh has granted approval to SpaceX’s Starlink to operate in the country, with commercial rollout of the satellite internet service expected within the next three months. The satellite-based internet service will begin its first trial […]
Victoria Police make arrest in Cybertruck vandalism case
The Victoria Police Department in British Columbia announced on Sunday they have arrested a suspect in connection with the vandalism of a Tesla Cybertruck that was keyed in the heart of downtown Victoria last week. […]
Tesla removes Forward Collision Warnings from Safety Score formula amid class action lawsuit
Tesla has made a significant update to its Safety Score, removing one of the most controversial metrics – Forward Collision Warnings (FCW)- from the system’s formula. The removal of FCW comes as the company is […]
Tesla’s Software Engineering VP David Lau Stepping Down: Report
Tesla is reportedly losing one of its longest-serving executives. David Lau, the company’s Vice President of Software Engineering, has informed colleagues he is stepping down after nearly 13 years with the automaker. According to Lau’s […]
Tesla introduces new Diamond Black paint for Model 3/Y
Tesla has added a new paint option for the Model 3 and Model Y called Diamond Black. The new paint colour is supposed to be available in Canada and the United States, but it is […]
Cybertruck News
Tesla Opens Cybertruck Orders in UAE, Configurator Coming Soon Across Middle East
Tesla has officially opened Cybertruck orders in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), marking the beginning of its Middle Eastern rollout for the all-electric pickup. Reservation holders in the country can now convert their deposits into […]
Tesla officially delays Cybertruck production to 2022
Tesla was hoping to begin production of the highly anticipated Cybertruck later this year. In their most recent Q2 2021 earnings report published on July 26, the automaker didn’t provide an update to that timeline, […]
Tesla Cybertruck bodies spotted at Giga Texas
While construction continues at Giga Texas to get it ready to begin production of the Model Y later this year, what appears to be Cybertruck bodies have arrived at the new factory. Spotted in a […]
Tesla Cybertruck production will begin at Giga Texas after Model Y production begins
Earlier this month it was reported that Tesla was planning to begin Cybertruck production ahead of the Model Y at Giga Texas. It appears as though those rumours were false based on the automaker’s latest […]
Giga Texas will start with Cybertruck production later this year as pace of construction surpasses Giga Berlin: Report
Tesla’s newest factories in Austin, Texas and Berlin, Germany have been dueling it out over the last year plus to see which will finish construction first. Even though Giga Berlin had a head start, it […]
Model 3 News
Tesla to Hike Model 3 and Model Y Lease Prices in U.S. Starting September 21
Tesla has announced it will raise lease rates in the United States later this month, giving prospective buyers a limited window to lock in current terms. Starting September 21, monthly lease costs will increase by […]
New York City wants to spend $12.36 million on Tesla Model 3s
New York City wants to spends up to $12,360,000 to purchase Tesla Model 3s through the Department of Citywide Administrative Services. According to a Notice for Contract Public Hearing posted to the Citywide Administrative Services […]
Ohio’s Clinton Township purchases three Teslas for police and township use
Clinton Township in Ohio is excited to be “riding the wave of the future” after purchasing three Teslas for police and township use. Two Tesla Model Ys were purchased by Police Chief Mike Jones, who […]
Full list of updates in 2022 Tesla Model 3 and Model Y uncovered – new in-cabin radar, upcoming UI changes, and much more
Tesla announced some changes to the Model 3 and Model Y last month with the switch to the 2022 model year, including some minor updates to the naming convention of their vehicles. Along with updating […]
Tesla reveals what they have learnt from 9-month Model 3 police car trial in the UK
Tesla created a demonstration police car earlier this year as part of a trial program to test the EV as an emergency response vehicle in the United Kingdom (UK). Nine months later and the automaker […]
Model Y News
NHTSA launches probe into Tesla Model Y door handles
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an investigation into more than 174,000 Tesla Model Y vehicles from the 2021 model year following complaints that they were unable to gain entry into […]
Tesloid’s 3D Extreme Performance Model 3 floor mats are perfect for winter protection [Deal – 10% off]
Winter is coming, and for a large portion of North America that means a lot of rain, snow and ice is in your future. If you are looking for a way to protect the carpet […]
Tesla launches new Quicksilver and Midnight Cherry Red colours exclusive to Giga Berlin [Update]
Tesla has made a significant update to its Design Studio in Europe and the Middle East, launching a two new colours that are exclusive to Giga Berlin – Quicksilver and Midnight Cherry Red. The colours […]
Tesla Model Y on track to become fourth best selling car in the world in 2022
The Tesla Model Y is only a couple of years old, but it is already leaping up the sales charts and is currently on track to become the fourth best selling car in the world […]
Elon Musk says ‘ok’ to Model Y Performance track mode (again)
Owners of the Tesla Model Y Performance will hopefully soon be able to download ‘Track Mode’ through a free over-the-air (OTA) software update after CEO Elon Musk said ‘ok’ to a request on Twitter to […]
Deals
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 […]
Tesla Incentives for July in Canada and the U.S.
Tesla is offering a wide range of incentives in both the U.S., and to a lesser extent in Canada, to attract new buyers and boost sales. These promotions include cash discounts, promotional lease and financing […]
Jowua Power Dock Adds AirPods and Apple Watch Charging to Your Tesla [Deal]
Keep your Apple Airpods and Apple Watch powered and your Tesla interior organized with the Power Dock Combo from Jowua, the ultimate all-in-one charging accessory designed specifically for Tesla owners. This sleek, multi-functional charger integrates […]
Charge Faster with Jowua’s NACS Mobile Connector [Deal]
For Tesla owners looking for a reliable, high-performance charging solution, Jowua’s NACS Mobile Connector is a great choice. This charging device allows you to charge your Tesla at home or on the road, at faster […]
Upgrade Your Tesla Storage with Jowua’s Under Screen Invisible Station [Deal]
Upgrade your Tesla’s interior with Jowua’s Under Screen Invisible Station. This all-in-one solution provides concealed storage, extra lighting, and powerful device charging – all while maintaining a sleek, minimalist aesthetic. Included with your Under Screen […]
Drive Into the Holidays: The Ultimate Jowua Tesla Accessories Gift Guide for 2024
The holiday season is upon us, and if you have a Tesla enthusiast on your list, look no further—this list of top accessories from Jowua is sure to bring joy and practicality to their holiday […]
Model S News
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 […]
Refresh Tesla Model S parking lot has nearly 1,000 cars waiting for delivery
Yesterday we reported on the discovery of a large parking lot near Tesla’s Fremont factory that was housing hundreds of refresh Tesla Model S vehicles. Thanks to one of our readers we have a better […]
AMD confirms Tesla Model S/X include their latest Ryzen processor and RDNA 2 GPU
When Tesla officially announced the refresh Model S and Model X in January, part of the updated design included a new infotainment system. According to Tesla’s website, the new system would provide up to 10 […]
Model X News
Tesla V10 release notes and features of the much anticipated update
One of the more anticipated updated to Tesla’s OS has finally started hitting vehicles with FSD that are part of the Early Access Program (EAP). V10 has a lot of updates, so let’s get into […]
First retrofit of HW3.0 goes to a lucky Model S owner in California
It appears as though Tesla has officially started retrofitting their vehicles with the new Hardware 3.0 computer that will one day allow the vehicle to be fully autonomous. Sofiaan Fraval, owner of a 2018 Model […]
Tesla Model X drives through flooded street with ease
Back in 2016, Tesla CEO Elon Musk sent out this tweet, stating that the Model S can actually make a half-decent boat if necessary, although not recommended. We *def* don't recommended this, but Model S […]
SpaceX News
SpaceX Reveals Starlink Spectrum Plans Following $17 Billion Deal, First Phone Trials in Late 2026
SpaceX is preparing to take a major step toward making direct-to-cell (DTC) connectivity a reality, with its first phone-based tests planned as early as late 2026. The announcement came from SpaceX President and COO Gwynne […]
NASA removes SpaceX’s Starship launch calendar placeholder, putting hopes of March orbit flight in doubt
One of the most anticipated milestones in the modern space industry is the first orbital flight of SpaceX’s Starship. However, it appears the company and its fans will have to wait longer as NASA has quietly […]
SpaceX updates Starlink pricing in the US, and it could go up or down depending on where you live
SpaceX has begun notifying residential Starlink customers that their monthly fees are changing, and depending on where you live the fees could be increasing or decreasing. The changes are effective April 24, 2023 for existing […]
FAA may fine SpaceX over missing data ahead of an August launch
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes imposing a $175,000 fine against SpaceX for failure to submit required data before a launch. In a notice to SpaceX, the FAA noted SpaceX failed to submit the required […]
Starlink customers on waiting list being offered ‘Global Roaming’ service
If you are interested in SpaceX’s Starlink but live in a country where it has not rolled out officially yet, you may still be able to sign up for the satellite internet service. The company […]
Supercharger News
Tesla opens third Supercharger in Kelowna [British Columbia]
Tesla has expanded its Supercharger network in British Columbia with the opening of a new V4 Supercharging station in Kelowna, BC. The site brings 16 Superchargers with power output of up to 325 kW, making […]
Tesla starts accepting suggestions for future Supercharger locations on Twitter, polls coming soon
Tesla will soon start polling customers on Twitter on where future Supercharger locations should be built, after Elon Musk came up with the idea during the Annual Shareholder Meeting last month. During the meeting at […]
Tesla Obtains Funding to Build Four Massive Superchargers, Including World’s Largest
As electric vehicle adoption increases, new legislation and funding has been proposed in order to accelerate the expansion of the public charging network. One of those funding programs is the California Energy Commission’s Clean Transportation […]
Tesla upgrades Laval Urban Supercharger to V2 stalls [Quebec]
Tesla owners visiting the Laval Urban Supercharger are in for a nice surprise as the 72kW Urban Superchargers have been upgraded to V2 stalls. Located at CF Carrefour Laval at 3035 Boulevard le Carrefour, the […]
