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Tesla Supercharger Set On Fire in Nanaimo, BC
A Tesla Supercharger station located at Woodgrove Centre in Nanaimo, British Columbia, is temporarily closed after two charging stalls were damaged by what appears to be a deliberately set fire. The two stalls were damaged […]
Saskatchewan doubles annual EV road-use charge to $300
The Saskatchewan Government has doubled the annual road-use charge on EVs from $150 to $300 starting on June 1, 2025. The surcharge is collected by Saskatchewan Government Insurance and is used to fix roads and […]
B.C. Government Ends PST Exemption for Used EVs Two Years Ahead of Schedule
British Columbia has decided to scrap the provincial sales tax (PST) exemption for used zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) nearly two years earlier than initially planned. The PST exemption for used EVs was first introduced in the […]
Tesla discontinues legacy Model Y in North America
Tesla has officially ended sales of the legacy Model Y in Canada and the United States. However, despite the legacy Model Y being removing from the online configurator, Tesla has not yet opened up orders […]
Tesla sends letter to White House warning of impacts of retaliatory tariffs
Tesla has written a letter outlining their concerns to the White House over potential retaliatory tariffs that could significantly impact its business and the broader U.S. auto industry. In the unsigned letter to U.S. Trade […]
Rivian and Chase Offer Fisker Ocean Owners Buyback Program
Fisker Ocean owners have been stuck in a nightmare ever since Fisker declared bankruptcy in 2024, leaving them with vehicles that rapidly depreciated and lacked factory support. However, a new buyback program from Rivian and […]
Cybertruck News
Tesla’s Premium Lineup Faces Pressure as Cybertruck Sales Fall
Tesla’s Cybertruck launched with strong interest and high expectations, offering a unique take on the pickup with its electric powertrain, angular design and heavy-duty performance features. Now, less than two years later, the vehicle is […]
Leaked photo shows Tesla Cybertruck BIW frames and castings inside Giga Texas
A new photo has leaked from inside Giga Texas showing that Tesla is inching closer to the official start of Cybertruck production. The photo shows two Cybertruck frames with front and rear castings attached. This […]
Tesla Cybertrucks tackle snow and ice in New Zealand [Videos]
The Tesla Cybertruck arrived in New Zealand last month for winter testing, and on Friday two versions of the electric truck were spotted playing in the snow and ice. For several months now all the […]
Tesla Cybertruck frame spotted leaving Giga Texas
We have already seen evidence that Tesla’s Cybertruck production line at Giga Texas is up and running, and on Friday what may be one of the first complete Cybertruck frames built on that line was […]
Tesla to shut down Giga Texas for Model Y production line upgrades, shift employees to Cybertruck lines
Tesla will be shutting down Giga Texas next month to perform some upgrades to the Model Y production lines. At the same time the company will be shifting some of its workers who were previously […]
Model 3 News
Tesla Improves Model 3 and Y Long Range in China with More Range & Performance, But Model 3 Also Gets Price Increase
Tesla has quietly updated its Model 3 and Model Y lineup in China, bringing performance and range improvements to the Long Range (LR) variants. At the same time, the improvements have also come with a […]
Tesla raises prices in China, Australia, Germany, Japan and more
One day after raising prices on all their vehicles in Canada and the United States, Tesla has raised prices in a number of other markets on Friday. According to updates to the online Design Studio […]
Tesla raises prices across the board in both Canada and the US again
Tesla has once again raised the prices on all of its vehicles in both Canada and the United States on Wednesday night, pushing prices to new all-time highs. The last time Tesla increased prices on […]
Tesla and the Model 3 have the highest satisfaction ratings among car owners
Tesla and the Model 3 have come out on top in the Global Happy Motorist Index, which seeks to measure how satisfied customers are with their car and the brand overall. The study, conducted by […]
Hertz Tesla Model 3 rentals expand to Canada [Update]
Canadians can now rent the Tesla Model 3 through Hertz as the company has brought the Model 3 to select airports across Canada. A Drive Tesla reader sent us these pictures showing close to a […]
Model Y News
Tesla’s UK Sales Climb in June with Model Y Leading EV Surge
Tesla is showing signs of a rebound in the UK, with sales rising 12% year-over-year (YoY) in June 2025, driven largely by the launch of the refreshed Model Y. The midsize electric SUV was the […]
Tesla releases Engineering From First Principles video about the Model Y
Tesla released a new video in what will hopefully become a series, Engineering From First Principles. This time, they chat about the Model Y. The video, which was released on the company’s YouTube channel, reviews […]
Tesla discounts Model Y in Canada in final days of Q2
Tesla has added another discount to some of their existing inventory vehicles, this time to the Model Y in Canada. The discounts are currently only applicable to the entry-level Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) variant and a […]
Tesla brings back white interior option for Model Y AWD in the US, still no sign of its return in Canada
Tesla Model Y All-Wheel Drive (AWD) buyers in the US will be happy to know that the white interior option has returned to the Design Studio, just a few weeks after the optional upgrade disappeared […]
Tesla recalls small number of 2023 Model 3 and Model Y for potentially defective pyrotechnic battery disconnect
Tesla has issued a rare physical recall for a small population of 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles which may have a defective pyrotechnic battery disconnect. According to the recall notice posted to the […]
Deals
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 […]
Tesla Black Friday Deals Roundup
Black Friday deals are here! Whether you’re looking for new floor mats, paint protection film, or innovative add-ons to complement your Tesla, these Black Friday deals offer a chance to gear up your car without […]
Model S News
Modified Tesla Model S Plaid breaks 9-second quarter mile barrier
The Tesla Model S Plaid has officially broken though the 9-second barrier in the quarter mile. A slightly modified version of the world’s fastest production car was able to cross the line in 8.994 seconds […]
Older Tesla Model S/X vehicles now eligible for complimentary Autopilot camera upgrades
Owners of older Tesla Model S and Model X vehicles are now eligible to receive free Autopilot camera upgrades. The offer is only valid for those owners whose car was built prior to September 2017, […]
Dozens of Tesla Model S and X vehicles spotted around Fremont Factory
Recent footage of Tesla’s Fremont Factory have revealed what appears to be dozens of newly produced Tesla Model S and Model X vehicles. The footage shows a fleet of Model S and Model X vehicles […]
Model X News
Yoke steering wheel – a new normal?
In last week’s Q4 2020 earnings call Tesla revealed its refreshed Model S & Model X. One of the most visible, maybe even controversial changes is the introduction of a Yoke steering wheel with haptic […]
Tesla officially recalls Model S/X to replace faulty MCU1 memory cards
Tesla has reportedly advised their Service Centers of an imminent recall to replace the 8GB embedded Multi-Media-Cards (eMMCs) in older Model S and Model X vehicles. In an announcement on the company’s website, the automaker […]
Traditional steering wheel option for Model S/X hidden in Tesla source code
Without a doubt the biggest conversation piece of the Tesla Model S and Model X refresh last week was the yoke steering wheel. Loved by some, hated by many, the controversial change started a lot […]
SpaceX News
SpaceX Valuation at $400 Billion in New Share Sale
SpaceX is set to reach a valuation of US$400 billion through a new share sale, a deal that would make it the most valuable private company in U.S. history. The transaction would place SpaceX alongside […]
SpaceX Starship Has “decent chance” to Reach Orbit, Says Elon Musk
SpaceX’s Starship has a “decent chance” of reaching orbit on its second test flight, says Elon Musk. The vehicle is an integral part of SpaceX’s plans to explore various destinations in the solar system and […]
SpaceX Receives Investment from Italy’s Largest Bank Intesa Sanpaolo
Italy’s largest bank has invested in SpaceX. Intesa Sanpaolo said the aerospace sector can play a decisive role in the development and growth of the global economy, and SpaceX has demonstrated a leading vision for […]
SpaceX puts Tesla Cybertruck to work hauling Raptor rocket engine
Tesla has been extensively testing the Cybertruck across the US over the past few months, even taking it across the border to Mexico this week. Now Tesla is working with one of CEO Elon Musk’s […]
SpaceX Starshield Contract with US Military Made Under Unique Terms
SpaceX has received a contract for $70 million from the US Space Force to provide specialized satellite communications to the military as part of the company’s new Starshield program. It includes “unique terms and conditions” […]
Supercharger News
Tesla Opens Supercharger in Nakusp [British Columbia]
After years of uncertainty and delays, the Nakusp Supercharger in the interior of British Columbia is officially open. The long-awaited charging station, located at 1101 Highway 23 at the Esso gas station on the north […]
Tesla’s Superchargers network grew by 34% YoY in Q1 2023
One of the barriers to entry for EVs for many people is charging, specifically public charging opportunities, because they are not as widespread. However, Tesla is changing that as it expands its public charging network. […]
Tesla begins construction on Surrey’s fifth Supercharger station [British Columbia]
It appears the Tesla capital of British Columbia is Surrey, as the city just outside of Vancouver is getting its fifth Supercharger station. Construction has started on a new station in the parking lot of […]
Tesla’s new V4 Supercharger is now open to non-Tesla vehicles
In March, Tesla unveiled its new V4 Supercharger at a Tesla Supercharger station outside of Amsterdam. However, despite being designed with other electric vehicles (EVs) in mind with a longer cord, the station was only […]
