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Tesla to power Shanghai Megafactory with 6 MW solar and 8 MWh Megapack project
Tesla is ramping up its clean energy efforts in China by equipping its newly-opened Shanghai Megafactory with a distributed photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage system. The installation, which is expected to be completed by the […]
Telstra Launches Starlink Direct-to-Cell Service in Australia
Telstra has officially launched Telstra Satellite Messaging (TSM), a new service that allows customers to send and receive text messages directly via Starlink satellites in areas without mobile coverage, making it the first provider in […]
Rivian’s R2 Platform to Power All Future Volkswagen EVs
Rivian’s upcoming R2 platform has taken center stage in a major strategic shift at Volkswagen, with the German automaker confirming it will use the scalable architecture as the foundation for all its future electric vehicles. […]
Rivian 2025.18 software update: faster charging, new energy app, improved security
Rivian has started rolling out its 2025.18 over-the-air (OTA) software update, delivering a number of major enhancements for R1T and R1S owners including improved charging performance and greater control over energy use, while also improving […]
SpaceX Debuts Ultra-Rugged Starlink Performance Kit
SpaceX has officially launched its new Starlink Performance Kit, a highly durable satellite internet system designed to deliver reliable connectivity even in the harshest environments—and while on the move. The Starlink Performance terminal is housed […]
New Tesla Model Y drives record May sales in Australia
Tesla has recorded its strongest sales month in Australia in nearly a year. The boost in sales is thanks largely to the launch of the refreshed Model Y. According to the latest figures from the […]
Cybertruck News
US Air Force plans to use Tesla Cybertrucks as targets in live-fire tests
The US Air Force plans to purchase two Tesla Cybertrucks and then fire at them. The military is taking this step to prepare for how to stop bad actors who might operate from the steel-framed […]
Tesla to improve Cybertruck’s turning radius with a software update
The Tesla Cybertruck has only been on the roads for a few months, but it will soon be getting even better. According to CEO Elon Musk, the company is working on a software update will […]
Tesla Cybertruck displays might be coming to China
The Tesla Cybertruck draws a lot of attention, but it might soon draw a level of attention not seen before as the electric pickup truck could soon be on display in China. While the Cybertruck […]
Tesla Cybertruck deliveries begin for non-employees
The moment Cybertruck reservations holders have been waiting for has finally happened. On Thursday Tesla delivered the first Cybertruck to a non-employee, marking a milestone over four years in the making. However, despite the anticipation […]
Tesla starts assigning Cybertruck VINs to non-employees
The first Cybertruck deliveries to non-employees are about to begin. Dozens of Foundation Series reservation holders with no connection to the company have started being assigned VINs (Vehicle Identification Numbers), one of the final steps […]
Model 3 News
Tesla adds unlimited Supercharging on new Model 3 inventory in Canada
Tesla has taken its Supercharging incentive in Canada to a new level, announcing that all new Model 3 inventory vehicles will now come with unlimited lifetime Supercharging. The promotion, which replaces the previous 12-month and […]
Purported photos of Tesla’s Project Highland Model 3 leak hours before expected unveiling [Update]
Tesla has yet to officially announce the new Model 3, but that is expected to happen on Friday in China, which with the time difference is later tonight in North America. But it looks like […]
Tesla heavily discounts Model 3 inventory in Canada and US
Tesla has significantly discounted their Model 3 inventory in Canada and the US on Wednesday night. The discounts comes just a few days before Tesla is expected to announce their newly designed Model 3 in […]
Here are the new Project Highland Tesla Model 3 wheel designs
Tesla has been testing their redesigned Model 3, known internally as Project Highland, on public roads since late last year. In most of these sightings the test cars have been equipped with the 18″ Aero […]
Tesla Model 3 Highland Spotted in France [Update]
A Project Highland Tesla Model 3 has been spotted in France. It seems the testing of the updated car on the roads of Europe is ramping up, as previously, test mules were seen in Spain […]
Model Y News
Tesla ending free inventory Model 3/Y upgrade incentive in the U.S., keeps Supercharging perk in Canada
Tesla is winding down its “One Free Upgrade” promotion for new Model Y and Model 3 inventory vehicles in the United States. While the same incentive is not available in Canada, the lone inventory incentive […]
Anaheim Police Debut Tesla Model Y Patrol Fleet
The Anaheim Police Department is deploying a new fleet of six Tesla Model Y patrol vehicles. The shift to electric was driven by a national patrol car shortage and aging vehicle issues. Chief Rick Armendariz […]
Tesla launches Model Y Long Range RWD in Europe
Tesla has launched a new Model Y Long Range (LR) Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) in most European countries. This is the same variant that was initially offered when the Model Y was unveiled in 2019, but […]
Tesla discounts Model Y inventory in the US
Tesla has initiated price cuts on Model Y SUVs sitting in existing inventory across the US. As of writing, there are no similar discounts for inventory Model Ys in Canada. Tesla’s decision to cut prices […]
Tesla expands Quicksilver to more markets – is North America next?
In the last few days Tesla has made their Quicksilver paint option available in several new markets around the world. The new paint colour is currently only available from Giga Berlin and Giga Shanghai, but […]
Deals
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 […]
Bring Back Stalks to Your Tesla with Enhance Auto S3XY Stalks [Deal]
For new Tesla Model S, Model 3, and Model X owners missing traditional turn signal stalks, Enhance Auto has delivered a solution that’s as elegant as it is functional: the S3XY Stalks. These sleek, customizable […]
Model S News
Tesla waives $4,500 fee to unlock Model S battery after Twitter outrage
Tesla doesn’t always please its customers, and the owner may need a bit of online backlash to make the EV company do what is right. This was the case with a Model S owner that […]
Tesla is appealing a Norwegian Conciliation Board decision over slow charging
Tesla is appealing a decision by Norway’s Conciliation Board, which instructed Tesla Norway to pay 31 Norwegian customers NOK 130,000 each. The customers alleged that an update from Tesla in 2019 slowed down their vehicle’s […]
Tesla Model S Plaid breaks quarter-mile record again: 8.77 seconds at 162.55mph [Video]
Last month we told you about a Tesla Model S Plaid in Napierville, Quebec that set the new record for the fastest quarter-mile time for the electric sedan at 8.83 seconds and 161mph. The Model […]
Model X News
Tesla Model X with new charge port door spotted at Fremont
Tesla has begun manufacturing the Model X with the updated charge port door at the Fremont factory in California. Several brand new Model X were spotted by The Kilowatts at Tesla’s Logistics lot today sporting […]
Tesla updates Model S and Model X Plaid badging to (almost) return to launch day design
When Tesla held the special Model S Plaid delivery event last year, the first few cars handed over to their new owners included a special Plaid badge. We didn’t know at the time it was […]
This Tesla owner is planning to bring back the tilt screen to the refresh Model S/X
When Tesla first announced the refresh Model S and Model X, the all-new 17″ center display was listed as being able to tilt to the left and right. Just a few months later, and before […]
SpaceX News
Starlink Replaces Free Pause Feature With Paid Standby Mode, But Adds Unlimited Low-Speed Data
Starlink customers will soon lose access to the company’s free pause feature, as SpaceX transitions users to a new US$5-per-month “Standby Mode.” The change affects Residential, Roam, and Priority subscribers—excluding Enterprise accounts and promotional plans—and […]
SpaceX visits Saskatchewan to collect Dragon spacecraft debris
SpaceX made a trip to Canada this week, visiting a farm in Saskatchewan to collect debris from one of its spacecraft returning to Earth earlier this year. The debris was found by farmer Barry Sawchuk, […]
Japan Self-Defense Forces Trials SpaceX’s Starlink
The Japan Self-Defense Forces (SDF) have launched a trial by incorporating SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service into their maritime operations. This trial aims to test the viability of Starlink to provide the crews of the […]
SpaceX Achieves Multiple Milestones in Successful Starship Test Flight
SpaceX has completed an extremely successful test flight of its Starship rocket, with the company achieving multiple crucial milestones, including the first time completing a soft landing of both the Super Heavy Booster and Starship […]
SpaceX Receives Preliminary Approval to Launch Starlink Services in Sri Lanka
SpaceX has received preliminary approval to launch Starlink satellite internet services in Sri Lanka. This positive news was shared by the Office of the President, who welcomed the arrival of the service in the country. […]
Supercharger News
Tesla Tops U.S. EV Charging Satisfaction Rankings Again
The latest findings from the J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Electric Vehicle Experience (EVX) Public Charging Study show that America’s EV charging network is becoming more dependable, with Tesla’s Supercharger network continuing to set the benchmark […]
Tesla building 20-stall Supercharger in Niagara Falls [Ontario]
Tesla is currently building a new Supercharger station in Niagara Falls, Ontario, the second station in the city. The construction was first spotted late last month by Drive Tesla reader @apingue10, who shared these pictures […]
Tesla files plans to build world’s largest 164-stall Supercharger in California
Tesla already has a number of large Supercharger stations in California, including the world’s largest at Harris Ranch. However, that 98-stall station will soon be dwarfed by one in Kern County, which if approved, will […]
Tesla partners with gas station to more than triple Supercharger network in Iceland
Tesla’s Supercharger network in Iceland is about to get a big boost, more than tripling in size, and it is happening with an unlikely partner. According to a post from the official Tesla Europe & […]
