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Nova Scotia joins Manitoba in cutting Tesla from EV rebate program
Just one day after Manitoba announced it would exclude Tesla from its electric vehicle (EV) rebate program, Nova Scotia has followed suit. On Friday, Nova Scotia MLAs voted unanimously to remove new Tesla vehicles from […]
Manitoba Removes Tesla from EV Rebate Program in Response to U.S. Tariffs
The Manitoba government has removed Tesla from its electric vehicle (EV) rebate program. The move, which also includes Chinese-made EVs, was announced as part of the province’s $25.9-billion budget on Thursday. Under the EV rebate […]
WestJet quietly launches Starlink inflight Wi-Fi
WestJet has quietly flipped the switch on Starlink in-flight Wi-Fi. While the airline hasn’t made a formal announcement yet, sources with knowledge of the rollout confirm with Drive Tesla that 16 aircraft are now offering […]
SpaceX Gets Green Light to Offer Starlink in Pakistan
SpaceX has officially received a temporary No Objection Certificate (NOC) to begin Starlink operations in Pakistan. The approval was granted following extensive consultations between Pakistan’s Ministry of Information Technology, security institutions, and regulatory bodies. Information […]
Mark Rober’s FSD wall test recreated with different, but also similar results
Mark Rober’s now infamous Tesla “wall test” sparked a lot of debate around the capabilities of Full Self-Driving (FSD). While Rober ran the experiment using a Model Y on Autopilot, and not on FSD, YouTuber […]
Tesla Livestreams All-Hands Meeting For First Time [Video]
Tesla livestreamed its quarterly all-hands meeting to the public for the first time, offering a rare look inside the company’s internal operations and long-term strategy. The decision to livestream one of these meetings comes as […]
Cybertruck News
US Air Force plans to use Tesla Cybertrucks as targets in live-fire tests
The US Air Force plans to purchase two Tesla Cybertrucks and then fire at them. The military is taking this step to prepare for how to stop bad actors who might operate from the steel-framed […]
Elon Musk confirms Tesla Cybertruck will come with 1 MW+ fast charging
Tesla delivered the first electric Semi trucks to PepsiCo at a special event at Giga Nevada on Thursday. While that was big news five years in the making, Elon Musk also revealed some big news […]
Tesla mobile app update adds Semi assets and Cybertruck references for the first time
Tesla released a new version of their mobile app on the iOS App Store on Thursday night, version 4.14.3. While the release notes said no new features were added, there were several items added behind […]
Tesla Cybertruck production inches closer with new job postings [Update]
Tesla has published several job postings related to Cybertruck production, in the clearest sign yet that the futuristic electric truck is getting closer to reality. The Cybertruck was first unveiled in 2019, and had an […]
Franz von Holzhausen talks Tesla Cybertruck at former school, ArtCenter College of Design [Video]
Students at one of the preeminent automotive design colleges in the US recently got to experience the original Tesla Cybertruck prototype in person thanks to one of its former students, Franz von Holzhausen. Tesla’s Chief […]
Model 3 News
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 Model 3 RWD and Long Range almost sold out in Europe for 2022
Just over one month into 2022, and Tesla has sold out almost their entire Model 3 production supply destined for Europe for the remainder of the year. According to the online Design Studio, the earliest […]
NHTSA recalls Tesla’s Boombox feature to disable custom sounds while driving
Tesla owners in the United States will soon be receiving a new software update to disable some of the features of Boombox. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the ability to play […]
How to tell if you have heated wipers on your Tesla Model 3/Y (if you don’t have 2022.4.5 yet)
Tesla started turning on a brand new feature in some of their cars this week – heated wipers. Referred to internally as Heated Wiper Park or Windshield Wiper Defrost in the release notes, the new […]
Tesla Model Y outsells Honda Civic in California, narrowly misses beating Toyota Camry
In Tesla’s former home state of California, the Model Y came within inches of becoming the best selling car in 2021, even when including internal combustion engine (ICE) cars. According to data from the California […]
Model Y News
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 […]
Toyota exec calls Tesla Model Y a “work of art” after teardown
Toyota has been a laggard when it comes to embracing the electric revolution, but the Japanese automaker has realized just how far behind they are after performing a teardown of the best selling electric vehicle, […]
Tesla Model Y clinches third straight IIHS’ Top Safety Pick+ award
If you are looking for one of the safest cars, you should consider a Tesla Model Y. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has again awarded the electric SUV its Top Safety Pick+ awards […]
Tesla raises Model Y prices in China, South Korea, and Australia
After big price cuts to start the year Tesla has slowly been increasing the price of the Model Y in two of their major markets, the US and China. For the second time in less […]
Tesla Model Y delivery wait times extend into Q2, existing inventory drops to near single digits
Tesla is seeing an increase in demand for the Model Y in both Canada and the US as delivery wait times for the electric SUV have extended into the second quarter in both countries. At […]
Deals
Tesla Incentives for July in Canada and the U.S.
Tesla is offering a wide range of incentives in both the U.S., and to a lesser extent in Canada, to attract new buyers and boost sales. These promotions include cash discounts, promotional lease and financing […]
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 […]
Model S News
Model S Long Range and Plaid hit Tesla’s existing inventory across the US
Even though customers who placed orders earlier this year are still waiting for their deliveries, the refresh Model S has landed on the existing inventory section of Tesla’s website and are available for delivery within […]
Tesla Model S Plaid goes up against Rimac Nevera in quarter-mile showdown [Video]
Earlier this year the Tesla Model S Plaid broke the record for the fastest production car over the quarter-mile with an official time of 9.23 seconds at 152.16mph (244.88km/h). The record was set by Tesla […]
Mercedes EQS gets first drag race against Tesla Model S, Porsche Taycan, and Audi e-tron GT [Video]
Much has been said about the new Mercedes Benz EQS electric sedan. From its plush interior to the world’s largest 56″ LCD display, affectionately known as the Hyperscreen, it has all the luxury features that […]
Model X News
New Sirius XM interface and free trial finally arrives in Canada
Earlier this summer when Tesla deployed the 2020.24.6.4 software update, the release notes indicated a new SiriusXM user interface (UI) for Model S and Model X owners. Despite being in the release notes, the improvements […]
Tesla HW3.0 upgrades finally begin in Europe
Tesla has been upgrading vehicles equipped with the older HW2 or HW2.5 computers since September 2019 in the US, and earlier this year in Canada. Owners in Europe have been patiently waiting for their turn […]
Going on a road trip and don’t have PPF? Consider this cheap alternative
A popular aftermarket add-on to Tesla vehicles (any new vehicle actually) is Paint Protection Film, or PPF. This provides a thin layer of protection to your paint from scratches, door dings, and road debris. PPF […]
SpaceX News
SpaceX Tests Starlink Community – Shared Internet at a Lower Price
SpaceX is exploring a new way to bring high-speed satellite internet to underserved and low-income communities. Dubbed “Starlink Community,” the upcoming offering aims to significantly reduce the cost of internet access by enabling multiple households […]
Musk believes Starship has a 60 % chance of making it to orbit with the next launch
Elon Musk has a much higher belief that Starship will successfully launch after the company overhauled the spacecraft. During a Twitter Spaces session with Bloomberg’s Ashlee Vance, Musk said this: So I think the probability […]
Sierra Leone is the next country to approve Starlink service
Sierra Leone is officially the fifth African country to grant Starlink an operating licence. David Moinina Sengeh, the Minister of Basic and Senior Secondary Education and Chief Innovation Officer, authorised Starlink’s operating licence this week. […]
Starlink receives operating license in Zambia
As Starlink continues its push into Africa, Central America and South America, the company is now clear to start operations in Zambia. Per News Diggers, the Zambian Minister of Science and Technology Felix Mutati confirmed […]
Starlink is officially live in Mozambique
After receiving official permission to operate in the country, Starlink is now officially live in Mozambique. In May 2022, Starlink announced that the company had approval to start operating in Nigeria and Mozambique. However, the […]
Supercharger News
Tesla Supercharger voting results: Canada scores two wins in latest round
Tesla has officially revealed the results of its most recent round of Supercharger voting, where fans and owners around the globe cast their ballots to help determine the locations of future charging sites. This latest […]
Tesla adding some third-party fast chargers to its in-car navigation in Europe and Israel
Tesla has announced that is now adding third-party fast charging stations to its in-car navigation in Europe and Israel. Not all stations will be added however as the automaker has set up some strict rules […]
Tesla finally opens Castlegar Supercharger [British Columbia]
Tesla has given owners in the interior of British Columbia an early Christmas gift by finally opening the Supercharger in Castlegar. Or it could also be considered a very late Christmas gift as the Supercharger […]
Tesla installs Megachargers in Sacramento to support new fleet of PepsiCo Tesla Semi trucks
Tesla delivered their first Semi trucks to PepsiCo at a special event held at Giga Nevada earlier this month. In the lead up to those deliveries PepsiCo confirmed their new Tesla Semi trucks would service […]
