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Volkswagen Temporarily Cuts EV Production at German Plants Amid Slowing Demand
Volkswagen is scaling back electric vehicle (EV) production in Germany, announcing temporary shutdowns and reduced shifts at several of its key factories. The decision was made because of both weaker-than-expected demand for battery-powered cars and […]
Tesla Hosts Firefighter Training in Southern California
Tesla hosted a specialized training event in San Bernardino, California, this week aimed at equipping firefighters and first responders with the knowledge needed to handle emergencies involving electric vehicles (EVs) and lithium-ion batteries. Hundreds of […]
United Airlines to Expand Free Starlink Wi-Fi to Boeing 737 Jets Starting October 15
United Airlines is preparing to bring high-speed Starlink internet to its more of its aircraft. Beginning October 15, the carrier will debut its first Boeing 737-800 equipped with the Starlink’s satellite connectivity on a flight […]
Tesla’s Sales Decline in Europe Extends Through August
Tesla’s footing in Europe’s electric vehicle (EV) market is looking increasingly shaky as sales continue to fall, even while overall demand for EVs accelerates across the region. New registration data shows the automaker posted another […]
China Issues Draft Safety Standards Targeting Hidden EV Door Handles
We told you last week that China was moving to tighten safety standards on one of the auto industry’s trendiest design features: flush, hidden door handles. Now the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) […]
Rivian Begins Road Testing Hundreds of R2 Production-Intent Units
Rivian has taken a major step toward launching its highly anticipated R2 SUV, revealing that it has already built “hundreds” of production-intent models for testing and validation, with those vehicles now hitting the roads across […]
Cybertruck News
Tesla removes the curtains to reveal two 9,000 ton Cybertruck Giga Press machines
Tesla has finally removed the curtains they had put up to block the casting area at Giga Texas, indicating that the automaker is very close to the start of Cybertruck production. Earlier this year Tesla […]
Multiple Tesla Cybertrucks spotted in California ahead of start of production
Last week a camouflaged Tesla Cybertruck was spotted on the streets of Palo Alto, California. It was the first time a Cybertruck in anything other than the signature stainless steel finish had been seen in […]
Ford CEO Jim Farley says the Cybertruck isn’t for “real people who do real work”
Tesla is set to start deliveries of the Cybertruck later this year, and while the company reportedly has over 1.5 million reservations, Ford CEO Jim Farley apparently isn’t worried customers will pick it over their […]
Tesla Cybertruck heads to New Zealand for winter testing
Tesla recently shared an image of the Cybertruck sliding through the snow for some winter testing. While that photo was undated and the location is unknown (but most likely at Tesla’s winter testing grounds in […]
Model 3 News
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 […]
Tesla’s glass roof shows off its strength after massive tree falls on Model 3 in China
Tesla’s glass roof has once again showed off its impressive strength, this time keeping a driver unharmed after a massive tree fell on a Model 3 in China. Video of the incident shared by Jay […]
Tesla owner suffers only minor injuries after his Model 3 flies 85 feet through the air and 150 feet down an embankment [Photos]
Elon Musk has said safety is Tesla’s number one priority when designing their cars. That passion for safety paid off for one owner in Washington State after his Model 3 went flew 85 feet through […]
Tesla Sentry Mode captures incredible footage of Uxbridge, Ontario’s EF2 tornado [Videos]
Sentry Mode on a Tesla Model 3 was able to capture some incredible footage of a destructive EF2 tornado that touched down in Uxbridge, Ontario last weekend. The Model 3 owner, who shared the videos […]
Model Y News
Tesla registers new Model Y in China with updated specs, including option for radar
Last month Tesla surprised with some upgrades to the Model Y in China, just a few weeks after launching the redesigned Model 3 from Giga Shanghai. While the changes weren’t as substantial, they were enough […]
Tesla adds Model Y Long Range sweepstakes to referral program
Tesla is frequently updating the rewards available to owners through the referral program, and the latest addition is the chance to win a Model Y Long Range. Tesla launched a revamped version of their referral […]
Tesla cuts Model 3 and Model Y lease prices in the US, warns of tax credit changes
Tesla has made some significant changes to its lease options in the US, making their two most popular vehicles more affordable than ever. While reducing lease prices, the company is also warning that the full […]
Tesla Reaches Milestone: 2 Million+ Model Ys Sold
Tesla has achieved an impressive milestone by recording sales of over 2 million Model Ys. This milestone was achieved in just 3 and a half years. This quarter, Model Y will surpass the combined sales […]
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Model S News
Tesla Model S Plaid goes up against tuned Kawasaki ZX14 drag bike in rolling quarter-mile race [Video]
We all know the Tesla Model S Plaid is fast. We have seen it reach 60mph in under 2 seconds and easily complete the quarter-mile in the low 9-seconds on a consistent basis. But how […]
Tesla updates owner’s manuals to make them more user friendly
Tesla has made a big changes to its owner’s manuals, shifting from a traditional and often difficult to use PDF format to a much more user friendly interactive format. The update affects owner’s manuals for […]
Tesla Model S Plaid deliveries set to begin in Canada this week
Tesla kicked off international deliveries of the refresh Model S with the first units handed over to Canadian customers last week. The first deliveries in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario were all Long Range (LR) […]
Model X News
Tesla Model S/X phone and key card access may be coming soon
One of the best convenience features of the Model 3 and Y may soon be coming to Tesla’s flagship Model S and Model X vehicles based on a recent addition to the source code. The […]
How to fix Model S and X charge port clicking sound caused by recent software update
If you own a Model S or a Model X and have recently been experiencing strange clicking sounds when charging your vehicle, you are not alone. The loud clicking sound first started after the 2020.44.25 […]
Model S and X delivery timelines now as long as 17 weeks in some locations, hinting again at possible refresh
For some people wanting to order a new Tesla Model S or Model X, the online Design Studio is showing they could be in for a long wait, hinting at some possible changes coming early […]
SpaceX News
SpaceX Starlink Excels in Arctic Military Trials
SpaceX Starlink has achieved another significant milestone, completing nine months of rigorous military testing in the Arctic. The success of these tests positions Starlink as a reliable and high-performance communications system, particularly in challenging conditions, […]
SpaceX Eyes $175 Billion Valuation in Latest Share Sale: Report
SpaceX is reportedly in discussions to sell insider shares, potentially valuing the company at over $175 billion. This would be an increase from the previous share sale which valued the aerospace company at $150 billion. […]
SpaceX Receives Partial FCC Approval for Cellular Starlink Deployment
SpaceX has gained partial clearance from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to proceed with deploying its Direct-to-Cell Starlink system. The FCC’s decision, issued on Friday, grants SpaceX permission to conduct short tests on a modified […]
Amazon Picks SpaceX to Launch Some Project Kuiper Satellites
In a surprising turn of events, Amazon has announced it is purchasing three rocket launches from its chief competitor, SpaceX, for its Project Kuiper internet satellite initiative. The agreement involves three launches aboard SpaceX’s Falcon […]
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 […]
