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Revel shuts down New York rideshare service to focus on EV charging expansion
Reve is pulling the plug on its New York City rideshare business after four years. The company announced it will shift its focus entirely to building out fast-charging infrastructure for EVs, citing stiff competition and […]
Future Rivians Could Feature Steer-By-Wire Technology
Rivian appears to be gearing up for a major leap in vehicle handling and design flexibility, as new job postings suggest the electric vehicle maker is actively developing its own steer-by-wire (SBW) system, a technology […]
Ford Plans Affordable $30K EV Pickup With Small Battery and Built on All-New Universal Platform
Ford has officially revealed plans for a US$30,000 mid-size electric pickup that will debut in 2027. The yet-unnamed model will launch alongside a new manufacturing platform and assembly process that CEO Jim Farley describes as […]
Tesla Secures Statewide Texas Permit for Robotaxi Operations Without Safety Drivers
Tesla has secured state approval to operate its Robotaxi service across Texas — without the need for human safety drivers. The permit, issued by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), allows Tesla Robotaxi […]
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 […]
Tesla to open robotaxi service to the public in Austin next month
Tesla is preparing to make its robotaxi service available to the general public in Austin, Texas, starting next month, marking a significant milestone in the program. The move comes roughly 90 days after Tesla first […]
Cybertruck News
First crash tested Cybertrucks spotted in California
As the number of Cybertruck sightings has grown exponentially in recent weeks, a pair of Cybertrucks that have already undergone crash testing have been spotted in California. Over the last few weeks, and in particular […]
Tesla delivers nine Cybertrucks to Fremont, but why?
Over the last few days several cargo trucks have been spotted carrying newly built Cybertrucks across the US, some of which appeared to be destined for crash testing. While we don’t know the destination for […]
Cybertruck with “Completed Crash Ready” marking spotted in Arkansas
Excitement has been rippling through the Tesla fan base thanks to preparations for Cybertruck deliveries. Adding fuel to the excitement are public sightings of the electric pickup truck. The latest reported sighting is in Arkansas, where they […]
Tesla Cybertrucks start accumulating outside Giga Texas
Tesla appears to be gearing up to finally start deliveries of the Cybertruck. On Sunday a drone flyover of Giga Texas spotted a small fleet of Cybertrucks in the factory’s outbound transportation lot, before some […]
Model 3 News
Tesla’s output forecast shows a jump in production Q4 and steady growth through 2023
It appears that Tesla is planning a big push in Q4 and a strong 2023 in terms of output. According to reporting by Reuters, Tesla is planning to push the Model 3 and Model Y […]
Tesla Model 3 and Y now available in Malaysia on a Flux subscription
For potential Tesla owners in Malaysia, a vehicle subscription service is making it a little easier to get into a Tesla. Flux is now offering the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y on subscription for […]
Tesla continues to rapidly expand Supercharger network in China, adding 40 stations in August
Tesla is not slowing down with their plans to expand the Supercharger network in China, adding 40 new stations across the country in August alone. According to a post on the official Weibo account of […]
Lexus dealership uses a photo of Tesla Model 3 to promote safe driving
When you are good at what you do, you can’t help your competition taking note. Sometimes, they go as far as using your product as an example of what a sound product should look like. […]
Model Y News
Tesla Model Y maintains top spot for Canadian EV sales in Q3
Electric vehicle (EV) adoption continued to soar in Canada in the third quarter of 2023, with a familiar EV taking the top spot in terms of overall sales, the Tesla Model Y. According to new […]
Tesla raises Model 3 and Model Y prices in China for the second time in less than one week
Tesla has adjusted its Model 3 and Model Y pricing in China on Tuesday, increasing prices for both vehicles for the second time in less than one week. Last Thursday the automaker increased prices on […]
Tesla Model Y Named Parkers’ 2024 Best Company Car
The UK’s Parkers named the Tesla Model Y as the Best Company Car at the 2024 New Car Awards. It was praised for its combination of efficiency, dynamics, range, access to a wide Supercharger network, […]
Tesla finally adds diecast Model Y to online shop
Tesla has finally added a 1:18 scale diecast of the Model Y to their online shop, more than three and half years after the electric SUV was first launched. According to the Tesla Shop listing, […]
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Model S News
Tesla Model S Plaid Carbon Ceramic Brake Kit added to online shop
Since the Model S Plaid was released earlier this year, the biggest complaint has been about its brakes. Tesla has now provided a solution to that problem, but it doesn’t come cheap. For a mere […]
Tesla Model S Plaid’s next international launch will be in China
Tesla began deliveries of the Model S Plaid in the United States in June, more than six months after they shut down the production lines to retool them for the new design. Deliveries were limited […]
Tesla issues proactive recall to replace 2021 Model S/X driver airbags
Tesla has issued a proactive recall for newly built Model S and Model X vehicles on Thursday afternoon. The recall applies to vehicles built in 2021, and relates to concerns with driver airbags, which Tesla […]
Model X News
Tesla Touchless Test Drive Events coming to Alberta, Ontario, and Quebec (10 events)
If you want to get behind the wheel of a Tesla vehicle but don’t live near a retail location, now is your chance. The automaker is taking their vehicles on the road for a number […]
First Tesla Model X to arrive in Elon Musk’s home country of South Africa next week
Over the next few months residents of Elon Musk’s home country of South Africa will get their first up-close look at a Tesla Model X. South African technology company Rubicon is bringing a top-of-the-line Performance […]
Transport Canada announces official recall of 9,023 Tesla Model S/X vehicles for faulty memory chips
Earlier this week the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) forced Tesla’s hand into announcing a recall of older Model S and Model X vehicles. The recall affected approximately 135,000 vehicles in the US which […]
SpaceX News
SpaceX to Launch First Direct-To-Cell Starlink Satellites This Weekend
SpaceX is set to launch the first batch of Direct-to-Cell Starlink satellites that will allow for global cellular connectivity. The six satellites with Direct-to-Cell capabilities were scheduled to launch last night, but has been moved […]
SpaceX Receives FCC Approval for Starlink Direct-To-Cell Tests
SpaceX has secured approval from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to conduct tests for its Starlink Direct-To-Cell system. The FCC on Thursday granted SpaceX a six-month authorization for these trials, set to be conducted in […]
FCC Upholds Decision to Deny Starlink $885 Million Rural Broadband Subsidy
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has reaffirmed its 2022 decision to deny SpaceX’s Starlink an $885.5 million subsidy for rural broadband expansion. The denial was part of the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund (RDOF), aimed at […]
SpaceX Falcon Heavy to Launch US Military Spaceplane
SpaceX Falcon Heavy will launch the US military’s secretive X-37B robot spaceplane from Florida. This is the first time the spacecraft has launched on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, capable of lifting it to altitudes […]
Supercharger News
Study shows frequent fast-charging has minimal impact on Tesla battery degradation
Electric vehicle (EV) owners have long been cautioned about the potential battery degradation from frequent fast-charging. However, new study has shown that isn’t always the case, particularly in relation to Tesla vehicles. Traditionally, the convenience […]
Tesla Will Get Access to up to $20B in Revenue Thanks to NACS Deals, Says Wedbush
Tesla will gain access to up to $20 billion in revenue through recent NACS deals with automakers, Wedbush said. The firm believes this, as well as the energy business, Al-driven autonomous path, unmatched battery ecosystem, […]
First Tesla V4 Supercharger Launches in UK, Offers Pay Via Card Payment
The first V4 Supercharger site in the UK is officially open. It became the seventh in the world. The new location offers charging for electric vehicles of all brands, which can be paid for via […]
