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Tesla’s chief designer hints at Glacier Blue for North America, but what about Midnight Cherry Red?
Franz von Holzhausen was interviewed for the 500th episode of the Ride the Lightning podcast with Ryan McCaffrey, where Tesla’s chief designer was asked directly about the possibility of Glacier Blue making its way to […]

Rivian to introduce OTA upgrades to increase range and performance
Rivian is stepping into the world of paid software unlocks, giving owners the option to improve their vehicles’ range and performance with an over-the-air (OTA) update. This move allows Rivian to tap into additional revenue […]

Tesla Expands Virtual Power Plant Program in Texas With New Partnership
Tesla has expanded its footprint in Texas’ energy market through a new partnership with Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative (GVEC), marking the first partnership between the automaker and a Texas-based utility in the Electric Reliability Council […]

Tesla Cybertruck vandalized with swastika in Guelph, could it be a hate crime?
A disturbing incident took place at a Costco parking lot in Guelph, Ontario over the weekend, as a man was caught on Sentry Mode drawing a swastika on the side of a Tesla Cybertruck. Footage […]

Tesla Model S/X delivery wait times in Europe extend to August, suggesting impending refresh
Tesla has pushed back estimated delivery dates for the Model S and Model X in Europe, with new orders now showing a 4-5 month wait time, instead of a four-week wait for delivery. With the […]

Tesla increases legacy Model Y inventory discounts over $11K in Canada and up to $7K in the U.S.
Tesla has significantly increased discounts on its legacy Model Y inventory units in Canada and the U.S. The price cuts apply to the previous generation Model Y vehicles that remain in stock following the launch […]
Cybertruck News

More Tesla Cybertruck details revealed following Investor Day display
Tesla put the latest beta production version of the Cybertruck on display at Investor Day last week, giving us a look at some never before seen features of the electric truck. Not only were attendees […]

Tesla partners with Asian companies to improve 4680 production and bring down costs
Tesla has a new battery, known as the 4680, which promises several improvements over the company’s previous batteries. However, Tesla has had troubles ramping production so the company is turning to Chinese and Korean material suppliers […]

Tesla receives design patent for Cybertruck wheel covers
Tesla has been granted a design patent by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for the Cybertruck’s wheel covers. The patent was granted today, March 7, 2023 and is valid for a period […]

Tesla Cybertruck’s powered tonneau cover and four-wheel steering spotted in action [Video]
The latest beta production builds of the Tesla Cybertruck were at Giga Texas this week for Investor Day, giving us a look at some never before seen features of the electric truck. Two features that […]
Model 3 News

Kelley Blue Book says the cost to own a Tesla Model 3 over 5 years is $16K less than the competition
Kelley Blue Book (KBB) has named the Tesla Model 3 as the most cost effective choice in the luxury electric vehicle (EV) market segment over a five year period. The electric sedan came out at […]

Tesla sees increased order rate in the US as gas prices surge
Tesla has seen a surge in their order rates in some parts of the US, likely caused by record-high gas prices. Sources familiar with the matter told Electrek that the number of orders has increased […]

Most efficient EVs of 2022: Tesla Model 3 tops the list
As gas prices around the world continue to rise, now above $2.00 per liter in some parts of Canada, more people are turning their attention to electric vehicles (EVs). The savings in recharging an EV […]

Tesla increases Model 3 and Model Y prices in Canada, US, Europe, and China
After what seemed like almost weekly price increases through much of last year, Tesla has raised prices on some of their vehicles for the first time in 2022. The changes impact the Model 3 and […]
Model Y News

Tesla releases rebate eligible Model Y RWD with LFP batteries in Canada, Long Range now also qualifies for rebate
Tesla Model Y sales in Canada are about to get a big boost as a new lower priced and rebate eligible Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) variant has been released north of the border. Since it is […]

Tesla Model Y emerged top-selling car in Europe in Q1 2023
Tesla’s Model Y has been named the best-selling car in Europe in the first quarter of 2023, AM Online reports. The electric crossover beat popular models, including Dacia’s Sandero, the Volkswagen T-Roc, Peugeot 208, and Vauxhall Corsa. The […]

Tesla drops Model 3 and Model Y prices in the US again
Tesla has implemented another round of price cuts in the US, less than 24 hours before the automaker announces its Q1 2023 financial results. The price drop has brought the entry-level Model 3 to below […]

Tesla Model Y was Germany’s best selling EV in March and Q1 2023
Battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales in Germany increased to 44,125 units in March 2023, giving BEVs a market share of 15.7%. Those figures were highlighted by the Tesla Model Y, which was the country’s best […]
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Model S News

Tesla Model S deliveries begin in Ontario
Just a few days after Tesla officially kicked off international deliveries of the refresh Model S in Vancouver, British Columbia, the first cars in Ontario have now been handed over to customers. On Wednesday the […]

Tesla Model S hits existing inventory in Canada before most deliveries begin
We reported earlier today that Tesla has begun international deliveries of the refresh Model S with the first cars handed over to customers in Vancouver and Calgary. While hundreds of other long-time reservation holders wait […]

Tesla officially begins international deliveries of refresh Model S in Canada
Without much fanfare at all, Tesla has delivered the first refresh Model S cars in Canada with separate deliveries in Vancouver, BC and Calgary, Alberta. The first delivery actually took place over the weekend, where […]
Model X News

Tesla issues recalls for Model X and Model Y, impacting nearly 10,000 vehicles
Tesla issued two separate recalls on Tuesday for the Model X and Model Y that impacts nearly 10,000 vehicles. Model Y Recall This recall impacts approximately 401 Model Y’s from the 2020 model year, and […]

Tesla Model X can be hacked and stolen within minutes, OTA fix on its way
A security researcher has been able to develop a new bluetooth attack that allows him to clone a Tesla keyfob and steal a Model X within minutes. The hack was developed by Lennert Wouters, a […]

NHTSA still considering recall of Model S/X over eMMC touchscreen failures, expands scope
Even though Tesla last week announced a change to its policies regarding the memory chips (eMMC) on older Model S and Model X vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is continuing its investigation into the […]
SpaceX News

SpaceX starts selling Starlink kits at Costco in Japan
SpaceX is working to make Starlink more accessible to consumers, and in its latest attempt to do that is now selling Starlink hardware at Costco in Japan, making it the first time the company has […]

SpaceX sued for allegedly not hiring refugees and asylum seekers
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has taken legal action against SpaceX for alleged discrimination against refugees and asylum seekers in its hiring practices. The lawsuit, filed on Thursday, accuses SpaceX of wrongly restricting its […]

SpaceX reportedly taps Cloudfare to increase Starlink speeds
SpaceX is reportedly seeking the help of Cloudfare to increase the speed of its Starlink satellite internet service. Cloudfare describes itself as a large network of servers that can improve the security, performance, and reliability of […]

South African regulator cracks down on unauthorized Starlink reseller
South Africa’s Independent Communications Authority (ICASA) is attempting to put its foot down on unauthorized Starlink resellers. The telecoms regulator has ordered IT Lec, an internet service provider based in the northern Cape to stop […]
Supercharger News

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 […]

Cold snap causes long line ups at Tesla Superchargers in Ontario and Quebec
An arctic air mass descended on Ontario and Quebec on Friday, bringing with it frigid temperatures which combined with a wind chill made it feel as cold as -40ºC (-40F). While Tesla vehicles had no […]

Saint-Louis-de-Blandford Supercharger now open [Quebec]
Tesla owners in Quebec have their first new Supercharger station of 2023 in Saint-Louis-de-Blandford, following station openings in British Columbia, Manitoba, and Ontario last month. The Saint-Louis-de-Blandford Supercharger began construction more than six months ago […]