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Tesla Owners Can Now Claim Idle Fee Refunds From Supercharger Class Action Settlement
Tesla owners in California with free lifetime Supercharging could be eligible to receive refunds for Supercharger idle fees, but the deadline to submit a claim is quickly approaching. As we reported last month, Tesla agreed […]
Ferrari Luce Sells for Record $40 Million at Monterey Auction
Just months after its unconventional design sparked a wave of criticism, Ferrari’s first electric vehicle has made headlines for an entirely different reason. A one-off Luce has sold for an astonishing US$40 million (C$55.45M), setting […]
Tesla Model 3 Gets First Unofficial Hardware 4 Retrofit
A Tesla owner has completed the first known Hardware 3 (HW3/AI3) to Hardware 4 (HW4/AI4) retrofit. The DIY upgrade was completed on a 2022 Model 3, which is now not only running the newer self-driving […]
Tesla Model Y V2L – how to check compatibility and will there be a retrofit
Tesla has officially expanded Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) support to the Model Y Premium in the United States, but there is an important catch – not every Model Y Premium has the hardware needed to use it. […]
Tesla expands Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability to Model Y Premium in the U.S.
Tesla has added a new feature that has been requested by owners for years, officially expanding Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) functionality to more of its Model Y trims – but only in the U.S. According to the […]
Tesla launches certified pre-owned program in U.S.
Tesla is giving used car buyers in the United States another option with the official launch of its Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) program. While the automaker has traditionally sold used vehicles, the new program adds a […]
Cybertruck News
Tesla launches the Cybertruck in Canada, price starts at $137,990 [Update]
Tesla has launched the Cybertruck in Canada (and Mexico), with the company beginning to send out emails to reservations holders allowing them to finally configure their orders. The Foundation Series Cybertruck won’t be cheap in […]
NHTSA probes first fatal Tesla Cybertruck crash
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is currently investigating a fatal accident involving a Tesla Cybertruck in Chambers County, Texas. The accident marks the first reported fatality associated with the Cybertruck. The crash occurred […]
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 […]
Model 3 News
Tesla starts deploying adaptive high beam support to all cars in Europe, working on certification for North America
Tesla has started deploying its latest software update, and it includes a long-awaited feature, adaptive high beam support for Model S, legacy Model 3, Model X, and Model Y. The feature is included in version […]
Tesla offering LFP retrofits for Model 3 battery replacements under warranty
Tesla is now offering a lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) pack retrofit to some Model 3 owners requiring a battery replacement under warranty. This option is now available for those vehicles that were initially equipped with the 2170 […]
New Tesla Model 3 Performance specs leak, and it looks like it won’t disappoint
While we wait for the official launch of the upgraded Tesla Model 3 Performance, new details have emerged about the potential specs of the electric sedan through regulatory documents from South Korea, and it looks […]
Tesla to host executive Q&A chat on new Model 3
Tesla will be hosting a livestream chat and question and answer (Q&A) session with two executives later this week, all about the new Model 3. Tesla announced this morning on X that Chief Designer, Franz […]
Model Y News
Tesla Quietly Phasing Out Free Key Cards from New Model 3/Y Vehicles
Tesla has quietly made a subtle change to its lineup — this time removing complimentary key cards from new vehicle deliveries. The discovery was made after the automaker deleted language from the Model 3 and […]
Tesla cuts U.S. lease prices by up to 23%, but it won’t last long
Tesla has lowered lease prices for the Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertruck in the United States, cutting monthly payments by as much as 23%. However, the update has created some confusion among shoppers after […]
Tesla starts production of Model Y Standard at Giga Texas as first units appear in inventory
Just one week after Tesla officially announced the new Model Y Standard, production has already begun at Giga Texas. Drone footage captured by factory watcher Joe Tegtmeyer on Thursday revealed dozens of the new vehicles […]
Tesla Adds Light Grey Premium Interior for Model Y L in China
Tesla has added a touch of sophistication to the Model Y L lineup in China with a new Light Grey Premium Interior option, now available for order through the online configurator. The bright new cabin […]
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Model S News
Tesla Model S/X Plaid now also come with caliper covers
Last year Tesla switched brake component suppliers for the Model Y Performance, shifting from Brembo to Mando for the rear brakes on the top of the line electric SUV. The switch also meant the introduction […]
Tesla approved to sell Model S and Model X in Europe with Hardware 4 (HW4/AP4)
We were expecting Tesla to announce a new high-resolution radar unit for the Model S and Model X last month, but Tesla later requested the information stay confidential until March. The new radar unit is […]
Refreshed Tesla Model S spotted in Australia for the first time
The first refreshed Tesla Model S was spotted in Queensland, Australia this week for the first time, but many are still curious about when the vehicle will officially arrive down under. Tesla last delivered a […]
Model X News
Tesla Model S/X reservation holders in China asked for final payment as deliveries near
After a very long wait Tesla Model S and Model X reservation holders in China will finally be getting their cars soon. Reports from China indicate customers are now being asked to prepare for delivery […]
Tesla Model S/X approved for purchase tax exemption in China
Chin’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has approved the Tesla Model S and Model X for a purchase tax exemption. The two flagship vehicles are now included in the “list of new energy […]
Tesla increases charging speeds for Model S and Model X owners in Europe [2022.24]
Tesla often includes hidden goodies in software updates that are not included in the release notes. Sometimes these can be minor updates, but other times they can be good “quality of life” improvements for owners. […]
SpaceX News
Vodacom partners with Starlink to expand internet access across Africa, but South Africa still left waiting
Vodacom has announced a major new partnership with SpaceX’s Starlink starlink that will bring high-speed, low-latency internet to businesses across more than two dozen African countries, a move that could dramatically accelerate broadband expansion in […]
SpaceX Cuts Starlink Hardware Prices Again and Unveils New $40 Plan in the U.S.
SpaceX is making Starlink more affordable than ever, rolling out new hardware discounts and introducing its lowest-priced internet plan yet. Starlink Hardware Price Cuts In the U.S., the Starlink Mini dish now costs US$229, down […]
EchoStar Sells More Specturm to SpaceX in $2.6B Stock Deal, Accelerating Next-Gen Starlink Direct-to-Cell
SpaceX has expanded its already massive spectrum haul from EchoStar, announcing a new amended agreement that will see the company acquire EchoStar’s entire portfolio of unpaired AWS-3 licenses for roughly $2.6 billion in SpaceX stock, […]
IAG to Equip More Than 500 Aircraft With Starlink Wi-Fi Starting in 2026
International Airlines Group (IAG) is set to dramatically overhaul onboard connectivity across its major carriers, announcing plans to install SpaceX’s Starlink high-speed Wi-Fi on more than 500 aircraft beginning in early 2026. The upgrade will […]
Supercharger News
Tesla Superchargers Now Featured on U.S. Highway Signs
Tesla is trying a new way to normalize electric vehicle (EV) charging—its Superchargers are now appearing on official highway service signs. The first sign is located at Exit 155 near Arizona Mills in Tempe, Arizona, […]
Tesla starts construction on first true 500kW V4 Supercharger station
Tesla has officially started construction on what will be the world’s first true V4 Supercharger station. Located in Campbell, California, the site will feature 16 V4 Supercharger posts, but setting it apart from other sites […]
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 […]
