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Air New Zealand begins Starlink trials, including world-first turboprop installation
Air New Zealand has officially begun testing Starlink’s satellite-powered inflight Wi-Fi on its domestic fleet. What sets this trial apart from other is that it includes the world’s first installation on a turboprop aircraft, marking […]

Rivian Reveals New R2 Engineering Details
Rivian is ramping up development of its upcoming R2 compact electric SUV. Ahead of its planned launch in 2026, the automaker has given us a detailed behind-the-scenes look at its design, powertrain, and electrical architecture. […]

Tesla sues former engineer over alleged theft of Optimus trade secrets
Tesla has filed a federal lawsuit against a former employee’s startup, accusing him of stealing confidential information tied to the company’s humanoid robot program, Optimus. The complaint, filed on June 11 in the Northern District […]

Rivian issues R1T and R1S recall for potentially loose seat belts
Rivian has issued a new recall for the R1T and R1S in Canada and the U.S. over concerns the front seat belts in some vehicles may not have been properly installed during assembly, posing an […]

Canada’s ZEV Market Stumbles in Q1 2025, Tesla’s Market Share Shrinks
Canada’s electric vehicle (EV) revolution hit the brakes in the first quarter of 2025, with the latest data revealing a sharp decline in zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) registrations across the country. According to new data released […]

The Boring Company in Talks to Build Tunnel Linking Nashville Airport and Downtown
The Boring Company has reportedly held preliminary talks with Tennessee state officials to explore the possibility of building a tunnel connecting downtown Nashville with Nashville International Airport (BNA). The project, while still in its conceptual […]
Cybertruck News

Tesla Cybertruck doubles Rivian R1T sales in March
The Tesla Cybertruck has already caught up and accelerated past most of its competitors in terms of registration data, outselling all but one other electric pickup truck currently available on the market in March. According […]

Tesla Cybertruck Manufacturing Director Renjie Zhu Departs Amid Layoffs
Tesla has seen another departure from its executive team, this time seeing Renjie Zhu, the director of manufacturing engineering at Giga Texas, leave the company. Renjie Zhu, who has no relation to Tom Zhu, played […]

Tesla launches new Cybertruck interior colour and wheel and tire options
Tesla has launched two new options for buyers when configuring their Cybertruck, including a new interior colour and new wheels and tires that provide more range and comfort. Tactical Grey Interior When Tesla first started […]

Tesla addresses Cybertruck frunk pinching concerns through software update
Tesla recently deployed a software update to change how the Cybertruck’s frunk closes, particularly when it comes to when objects are in the way. Even before the Cybertruck was launched, there were (unfounded) concerns that […]
Model 3 News

Tesla begins trial production of upgraded Model 3 at Fremont factory
Tesla has started trial production of the upgraded Model 3 at its Fremont factory in California. The automaker launched the new version of the Model 3, commonly known as Project Highland, last year in China, […]

Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts purchase fleet of 22 Tesla Model 3s
The Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts have made a substantial investment in sustainability, purchasing 22 Tesla Model 3 sedans for their fleet. The decision to acquire the Tesla Model 3s came down to money, and […]

Tesla to finally add adaptive headlights, but only for upgraded Model 3
Tesla will finally be adding adaptive headlights to its list of features soon. However it appears as though the feature will only be included on the upgraded Model 3, known as Project Highland, at least […]

Tesla to Compensate Buyers for EV Subsidy Cuts in Germany
Tesla is taking a proactive stance in response to the recent termination of government electric vehicle (EV) subsidies in Germany. As of December 18, 2023, Tesla has announced it will compensate buyers for the subsidy […]
Model Y News

Tesla planning six-seat Model Y for China: Report
Tesla is reportedly preparing to introduce a new six-seat variant of the Model Y in China. The news comes just a few days after it was reported that Giga Shanghai was about to begin production […]

Tesla Model Y Drives Norway to Record 94% EV Market Share in August
Norway has once again proven its leadership in the global transition to electric vehicles (EVs), setting a new world record with EVs accounting for an incredible 94% of new car sales in August 2024. The […]

Tesla set to begin production of 7-seat Model Y at Giga Shanghai following European approval
Tesla is expected to begin production of the 7-seat Model Y at Giga Shanghai soon, after receiving approval from European authorities to import the three-row electric SUV. Tesla first introduced the 7-seat Model Y in […]

Tesla Model Y Divides Police Departments: La Crescent Praises Performance, Menlo Park Struggles with Software Issues
Police departments across North America are integrating electric vehicles (EVs) into their fleets, with the Tesla Model Y emerging as the popular choice. For the most part the reception of the Model Y has been […]
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Model S News

Tesla’s Model S/X steering wheel retrofit now available
Tesla Model S and Model X owners with the yoke steering wheel can now purchase the retrofit to replace it with a round steering wheel. Tesla first announced this retrofit in January but it has […]

First batch of Tesla Model S and Model X arrive in China ahead of customer deliveries
The first shipment of Tesla Model S and Model X cars from California have arrived in China, signaling the start of customer deliveries is just around the corner. There have been no deliveries of Tesla’s […]

Tesla Model S Plaid with Carbon Ceramic Brake Kit gets first track test – 217mph top speed and new lap record [Video]
The Tesla Model S Plaid has an advertised top speed of 200mph (321km/h), but that comes with an asterisks which says that speed is only achievable with “paid hardware upgrades.” It has long been suspected […]
Model X News

Tesla reopens orders for the Model S and Model X Long Range in Europe
Tesla has reopened orders for the Long Range (LR) variants of the Model S and Model X in Europe. Until now only the Plaid variants of both of the flagship vehicles were available to order […]

Tesla announces Model S and Model X pricing in China, deliveries to begin in Q2 2023
As expected Tesla announced pricing for the Model S and Model X in China on Friday, and it comes in quite a bit cheaper than what many were anticipating. Tesla announced the new pricing in […]

Tesla adds round steering wheel option for new Model S and Model X orders, paid retrofit available for existing owners
When Tesla launched the refresh Model S and Model X the most controversial feature was its yoke steering wheel. The feedback from fans and critics alike was swift and that Tesla should offer a traditional […]
SpaceX News

SpaceX Aims for Fifth Starship Launch This Weekend, Pending FAA Approval
SpaceX is pushing forward with plans for the fifth test flight of Starship, aiming for a launch as early as October 13, 2024. However, that date is likely to get pushed back as the company […]

Investigation Launched Into FCC’s Decision to Revoke $885 Million Starlink Subsidy
The U.S. House Oversight Committee has launched an investigation into the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) decision to revoke a $885.5 million subsidy initially awarded to SpaceX’s Starlink program. The subsidy, granted in December 2020 as […]

FCC Grants SpaceX and T-Mobile Emergency Approval to Use Direct-To-Cell Service in Aftermath of Hurricane Helene
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has granted SpaceX and T-Mobile emergency special temporary authority to provide direct-to-cell coverage via Starlink satellites after Hurricane Helene swept through the southeastern United States, leaving widespread devastation in its […]

SpaceX Offers Free Starlink Service for Hurricane Helene Victims
SpaceX is stepping up to support those affected by Hurricane Helene, which has left widespread devastation in its wake, offering free Starlink internet service for 30 days. Hurricane Helene has caused significant destruction across several […]
Supercharger News

Tesla offering free Supercharging in Europe for Q2 deliveries
Tesla has launched a new promotions in several European countries, offering new car buyers as many as 15,000 miles or 20,000 kilometers of free Supercharging credits. The promotion was first announced by the official Tesla […]

Tesla Supercharger in McBride now open [British Columbia]
The new Tesla Supercharger in McBride, British Columbia, has finally come online, more than six months after construction on the station first began. The idea for a new Supercharger station in McBride began all the […]

Tesla Supercharger planned for Sandown Park Shopping Center in North Saanich [British Columbia]
Tesla owners on Vancouver Island will soon be getting another Supercharger, and it will be located in North Saanich on Saanich Peninsula. Vancouver Island, and in particular Greater Victoria, is home to one of the […]