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Tesla completes stress testing and fully opens 164-stall off-grid Oasis Supercharger
Tesla has officially completed stress testing and fully opened its massive Oasis Supercharger in Lost Hills, California, cementing the site as the largest Tesla charging station in the world—and one of the most ambitious energy […]
Tesla Insurance finally launches in Florida after three-year delay
Tesla Insurance has officially launched in Florida, opening the door for drivers in one of the country’s most expensive auto-insurance markets to purchase the company’s in-house coverage. The debut comes after years of regulatory delays […]
Tesla opens new V4 Supercharger in North Edmonton [Alberta]
Tesla has officially opened a new Supercharger in north Edmonton, the first V4 site in the city and the fifth site in the province of Alberta featuring Tesla’s latest charging technology. This Supercharger was first […]
Polestar secures $600 million lifeline from majority owner Geely
Polestar has secured a financial lifeline after announcing a new term loan facility of up to US$600 million from its majority owner, Geely Sweden Holdings AB. The agreement comes as Polestar continues to burn cash […]
Waymo Targeting $100 Billion Valuation in New Funding Round
Waymo is gearing up for a major capital raise, with Alphabet’s self-driving subsidiary reportedly seeking more than $15 billion in new funding at a valuation approaching $100 billion, which if completed, would represent a dramatic […]
Tesla App Update Hints at Safety Score Dispute Feature With Dashcam Evidence Uploads
Tesla appears to be preparing a major quality-of-life improvement for its insurance customers. According to a de-compilation of Tesla App version 4.51.7 by Tesla App Updates on X, hidden within the app’s code is what […]
Cybertruck News
Tesla testing 320kW+ charging speeds at select V4 Superchargers
Tesla is currently testing out increased charging speeds at select Supercharger stations in the US. The tests are being conducted at V4 Supercharger stations, or V3.5 or V3+ Superchargers as they are commonly referred to, […]
Tesla Cybertruck Range Extender installation will require Service Center visit
Tesla is planning to release a range extender for the Cybertruck later this year, and when it does finally arrive, it won’t be as practical as some had hoped. Over the weekend Tesla confirmed the […]
Tesla starts to roll out Cybertruck test drive experience invites
Tesla is starting to roll out the Cybertruck test drive experience to select customers in a few locations across the United States. Social media was ablaze as Tesla enthusiasts started posting about their invite-only invitations […]
Tesla says- Cybertruck will be profitable by the end of 2024
Tesla released its Shareholder Deck ahead of its Q2 2024 earnings call, and the news around the Cybertruck is all good. Production and deliveries of the vehicle continue to increase, and, importantly, Tesla is on […]
Model 3 News
Tesla’s VP of engineering reveals new details about upgraded Model 3
The new Tesla Model 3 is just starting to hit streets in North America, after launching in China, Europe, and other Asia-Pacific markets late last year. As new owners are getting acquainted with the upgraded […]
Tesla highlights improvements in new Model 3 [Video]
Tesla has released a video highlighting some of the improvements found in the new Model 3. The video features a number of key employees involved in the project, giving us a design and engineering walkthrough […]
Tesla raises Model 3 price in the US again as delivery window gets pushed back
Tesla has increased the price of the Model 3 Long Range (LR) in the US again on Tuesday night, marking the second price increase for the electric sedan in less than two weeks. Tesla launched […]
Tesla reverts to importing Model 3 from China into Canada
Tesla has shifted its supply strategy for Canada and is again shipping Model 3 into the country from China. The change is so far only impacting the upgraded Model 3, which has yet to start […]
Model Y News
Tesla extends 0% interest financing to Model Y Long Range in China
Tesla has extended its three-year, zero-interest financing offer in China to now include the Long Range (LR) All-Wheel Drive (AWD) variant of the new Model Y. Chinese customers who purchase either variant of the new […]
Giga Texas begins production of non-Launch Series Model Y
Tesla has officially started production of the regular version of its new Model Y in the United States. Until now only the premium Launch Series has been built and sold from Tesla’s Fremont factory and […]
Tesla raises Model Y Long Range price in China, introduces 0% interest for RWD variant
Tesla has adjusted its strategy in China, increasing the price of the new Model Y Long Range while at the same time rolling out financing incentives for the entry level Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) variant. Model […]
Tesla submits homologation application for Model 3 and Model Y in India
Tesla has taken another significant step toward entering the Indian market. The company has started the homologation process for the Model 3 and Model Y to ensure compliance with India’s safety and emission standards ahead […]
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Model S News
Tesla tries to get Model S door handle lawsuit tossed out
Door problems have landed Tesla in court, where it is trying to get the case tossed out. A Model S owner has dragged the company to court over the failure of the car’s door handle, but Tesla […]
Tesla announces new and improved Model S ‘high-visibility glass roof’
Tesla officially announced the introduction of the new Ultra Red paint option for the Model S and Model X in a new video released on Thursday afternoon. Accompanying the video, which was first shared on […]
Tesla adds new ‘Ultra Red’ paint option for Model S and Model X
Tesla has finally introduced a new paint colour available out of their Fremont factory. Called ‘Ultra Red’ the new paint is only available as an option on the Model S and Model X. Tesla has […]
Model X News
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 […]
Tesla adds $10,000 year end discount to Model S and Model X in Canada, $7,500 in the US
Tesla has extended their year end discount to their Model S and Model X vehicles, a discount that was previously only available for the Model 3 and Model Y. Not only have they extended it […]
Tesla to announce Model S/X pricing in China next week
Tesla has announced it will officially reveal the pricing for the Model S and Model X refresh in China next week. The announcement was made at the Guangzhou Auto Show, where Tesla said the pricing […]
SpaceX News
Vietnam Approves Starlink Pilot Program
SpaceX has officially received approval for a five-year pilot program to provide Starlink satellite internet service in the Vietnam. The decision, issued on March 23, allows SpaceX to offer both fixed and mobile satellite services […]
Sri Lanka halts Starlink rollout over national security concerns
SpaceX has hit a regulatory roadblock in Sri Lanka. The government has suspended Starlink’s rollout in the country, citing unresolved national security concerns. Among the government’s concerns is access to communications data. The Telecommunications Regulatory […]
WestJet quietly launches Starlink inflight Wi-Fi
WestJet has quietly flipped the switch on Starlink in-flight Wi-Fi. While the airline hasn’t made a formal announcement yet, sources with knowledge of the rollout confirm with Drive Tesla that 16 aircraft are now offering […]
SpaceX Gets Green Light to Offer Starlink in Pakistan
SpaceX has officially received a temporary No Objection Certificate (NOC) to begin Starlink operations in Pakistan. The approval was granted following extensive consultations between Pakistan’s Ministry of Information Technology, security institutions, and regulatory bodies. Information […]
Supercharger News
Tesla opens Superchargers in Richmond and Hanna [British Columbia & Alberta]
The Canadian Tesla Supercharger team is working hard to close out the year better than how it started. After opening eight Supercharger stations in the last two months, the company has opened up two more […]
Tesla Supercharger under construction in Burnaby [British Columbia]
Tesla updated its Supercharger map yesterday, and along with adding a number of potential new stations across the country, Tesla also revealed a new Supercharger is under construction in Burnaby, British Columbia. The new Supercharger […]
Tesla prepares for record holiday Supercharger demand
Tesla is bracing for a surge in Supercharger network usage across North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific regions over the holiday season. Max de Zegher, Tesla’s Director of Charging, shared on social media that the […]
