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Tesla to Introduce New Stock-Based Compensation Plan for High-Performing Employees
Tesla is set to introduce a new stock-based compensation plan aimed at rewarding high-performing employees. The announcement was made through an internal memo seen by Reuters, where Musk emphasized that the new stock options would […]
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Tesla buyers account for a quarter of Canada’s EV incentive claims in 2024
Tesla buyers have accounted for the major share of Canada’s federal iZEV incentive, claiming about one-quarter of successful applications. Transport Canada has revealed statistics about the country’s EV incentive program, iZEV. The data shows that […]
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Tesla Launches Powerwall 3 Sales in Germany & UK
Tesla has unveiled the latest generation of its Powerwall 3 home energy storage system in Germany and the UK. The battery can power homes, saving on bills and ensuring uninterrupted power supply. Powerwall 3 is […]
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Tesla Model Y tops 2024 American-Made Index for third consecutive year
Tesla has once again dominated the list of most American made cars, with the Model Y securing the top spot on Cars.com’s 2024 American-Made Index for the third consecutive year. With Tesla’s strong manufacturing base […]
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Fisker files for bankruptcy after months of teetering on the brink
Fisker has filed for bankruptcy in Delaware, after months of financial turmoil and rumours of investments to save the embattled automaker. According to the filing, Fisker has between $500 million and $1 billion in assets […]
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FLO secures $136 million in Series E funding to accelerate EV charging solutions and infrastructure expansion
FLO announced that the company wrapped up their latest investment round during their Series E equity financing round. During this series, FLO raised $136 million of long-term capital, led by Export Development Canada. The investment […]
Cybertruck News
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Tesla Cybertruck spotted testing around Giga Texas as front castings appear inside factory
A Tesla Cybertruck has been spotted driving along the roads around Giga Texas. The sighting came on the same weekend Cybertruck front castings were spotted at Giga Texas, both being strong indications that the automaker […]
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Tesla is raffling off one of the first Cybertrucks, but only in the US
Tesla brought its referral program back to Canada last night, at the same time reintroducing vehicle referrals in the the US. Previously only solar products could earn referral awards. As part of the revamp to […]
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Tesla Cybertruck got stuck in some mud – here’s why it’s not a big deal
The Cybertruck made another public appearance this week at the groundbreaking ceremony for Tesla’s new lithium refinery outside Corpus Christi, Texas. The Cybertruck was sporting a never-before seen tool rack, which may not make it […]
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Tesla shows off custom Cybertruck tool rack accessory, but it may not make it to production
Tesla has shown off the first accessory for the Cybertruck at the groundbreaking event for the company’s new lithium refinery in Texas. A custom-made tool rack was shown off when CEO Elon Musk arrived at […]
Model 3 News
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New Zealand tribunal orders Tesla to repair Model 3 that had several issues at delivery
A man in New Zealand has won a claim over the delivery of a Tesla Model 3 in less than optimal condition. The man was seeking a brand new replacement vehicle, but will instead be […]
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Tesla Model Y outsells all other cars in Germany for the first time
Tesla has been able to do what many critics thought wasn’t possible and outsell all other auto brands in Germany as the Model Y was the most popular car in the country in September. The […]
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Tesla begins model year 2023 production, adds some 2023 cars to existing inventory [Update]
Earlier this year Tesla stopped taking orders for the Model 3 Long Range citing high demand for the electric sedan. While it is still not available on the Design Studio, you can get your hands […]
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Tesla Model 3 more popular than Toyota Camry in Australia so far in 2022, Model Y third best selling car in September
We often report on Tesla vehicles topping the sales charts in countries around the world, like yesterday when we told you the Model Y was the most popular car, electric or otherwise, in New Zealand […]
Model Y News
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Ford Mustang Mach-E, Tesla Model Y lead the pack in crash safety test among 13 midsize SUVs
Ford’s Mustang Mach-E has added another feather to its cap. The SUV has been rated the highest in frontal crash safety testing against 13 other midsized SUVs, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The […]
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Tesla begins shipping Midnight Cherry Red Model Ys from Giga Berlin to showrooms
Last year Tesla introduced two new colours exclusive to Giga Berlin, Quicksilver and Midnight Cherry Red. The automaker decided to get Quicksilver out the door first with deliveries of that colour starting late last year. […]
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NHTSA opens investigation into Tesla Model Y steering wheels falling off
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced on Wednesday it has launched a new investigation into Tesla, this time related to the Model Y and the potential for the steering wheel to fall off. […]
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Tesla Model Y refresh codenamed ‘Juniper’ under development
Tesla is working on a refresh of the popular Model Y electric SUV with the project being given the codename ‘Juniper.’ The updated version of the Model Y is expected to enter production in 2024. […]
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Model S News
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Tesla unveils new CCS2 charge port in refresh Model S/X [Update]
Tesla has unveiled today an updated charge port design for the Model S and Model X in international markets featuring a CCS2 charge port. Until now the Model S/X in Europe and other markets have […]
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Tesla Model S gets new projector headlights to match Model 3/Y [Update]
Earlier today Drive Tesla reported that the refresh Model S and Model X were set to debut outside of North America at a special viewing event in Taiwan. Along with a new native CCS2 charging […]
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Refresh Tesla Model S/X to debut tomorrow in Taiwan with native CCS2 charge port
Tesla will debut the refresh Model S and Model X in Taiwan this week, marking the first time the vehicles have been shown outside of North America. According to an invitation to a private viewing […]
Model X News
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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 […]
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Tesla officially adds driver monitoring system through cabin camera update [Update]
A popular talking point against Tesla’s Autopilot system is the lack of a driver monitoring system (DMS). That is no longer the case as the automaker has officially added one using the vehicle’s interior cabin […]
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Elon Musk provides UFC fighter Beneil Dariush with loaner Model Y after being called out over Model X delays
If Beneil Darisuh’s plan was to get Elon Musk’s attention, it definitely worked. During his post-fight interview with Joe Rogan at UFC 262 over the weekend, Dariush vented his frustrations over still not having a […]
SpaceX News
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Starlink subscriber count swells to 1.5 million
SpaceX’s Starlink has reached another major milestone this week with the company announcing they now have over 1.5 million subscribers worldwide. The milestone was announced in the same week the Starlink constellation surpassed 4,000 satellites […]
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Starlink constellation surpasses 4,000 satellites with latest SpaceX Falcon 9 launch
SpaceX launched 56 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit this morning from Cape Canaveral, Florida, with the Falcon 9 rocket successfully deploying all 56 first-gen Starlink satellites, marking yet another significant milestone for the company. […]
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SpaceX changes its mind on Starlink data caps and changes its Fair Use Policy
SpaceX has made some important changes to its Starlink satellite internet service, changing their minds on a plan to impose a monthly high-speed data cap on subscribers as part of its Fair Use Policy. Since […]
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SpaceX offering $199 Starlink hardware deal for rural Canada while expanding sales to Home Depot in the US
SpaceX has increased the discount on Starlink hardware for Canadians, although the company has now limited it to certain parts of the country. As the company continues to expand its satellite internet service, SpaceX is […]
Supercharger News
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Tesla says select US Superchargers will soon be available to all EVs, announces plans to more than double size of US network by 2024
Tesla will soon open up its Supercharger network in the US to all electric vehicle (EV) owners. The announcement comes after the automaker worked with the White House, also committing to more than double the […]
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Second Tesla Supercharger under construction in Nanaimo [British Columbia]
A new Tesla Supercharger has been discovered under construction in Nanaimo, British Columbia. This is a bit of a surprise as Nanaimo is not listed on Tesla’s map as an upcoming location, however it is […]
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Tesla must open up its Supercharger network to access federal funds
The Department of Transportation will finalize a requirement next week that will compel Tesla to open up its public charging network to other EV brands or risk being ineligible to the $7.5 billion in federal […]