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SpaceX Offers Limited-Time Starlink Mini Discount and Service Credit in Canada and U.S.
SpaceX’s Starlink is rolling out a new limited-time offer for customers in Canada and the United States looking to stay connected while on the move. In Canada, customers can purchase the Starlink Mini Kit for […]
Tesla shares full video of first fully autonomous vehicle delivery
Tesla has released a full-length video showcasing the first-ever autonomous vehicle delivery, as a Model Y drove itself from Giga Texas to a customer’s home in Austin – without a driver, safety operator, or remote […]
Tesla Completes First Fully Autonomous Model Y Delivery From Giga Texas to Austin Customer
Tesla has completed the world’s first fully autonomous vehicle delivery from factory to customer without any human supervision. On Friday a Model Y built at Giga Texas made its way to a customer in Austin, […]
Tesla Hits 70,000 Supercharger Stalls Globally, Adds 10,000 in Eight Months
Tesla has reached another major milestone in its mission to accelerate the transition to sustainable energy: the company has now deployed over 70,000 Supercharger stalls worldwide. The milestone was marked with the opening of a […]
Tesla pressure tests virtual queuing at Superchargers, public pilots coming soon
Tesla is one step closer to easing the stress of long lines at busy Supercharger stations. According to an update from Max de Zegher, Tesla’s global Director of Charging, the company is “pressure testing” its […]
Rivian lays off 140 manufacturing employees to improve production efficiency
Rivian has laid off approximately 140 employees—around 1% of its global workforce—as part of a strategic restructuring to improve production efficiency ahead of the highly anticipated launch of its more affordable R2 electric SUV in […]
Cybertruck News
Tesla secures curved windshield patent for Cybertruck
With Cybertruck production inching closer by the day, Tesla has secured a patent for the electric truck’s massive, and unique, windshield. According to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) the patent titled ‘Automotive […]
Tesla Cybertruck moulds for 9,000 ton Giga Press arrive at Giga Texas
Tesla has received another piece of the Cybertruck production puzzle as the automaker has taken delivery of the die casting moulds that will be used in IDRA’s 9,000 ton Giga Press. Tesla is getting closer […]
Tesla Cybertruck’s stainless steel will have a non-directional finish for easy maintenance
The Tesla Cybertruck certainly goes against conventional automotive design language, and is the first vehicle since the DeLorean to have a stainless steel finish instead of traditional aluminum. This stainless steel exoskeleton will not only […]
Franz von Holzhausen talks about Tesla Cybertruck design features, including the yoke steering wheel and the lack of door handles [Podcast]
Tesla Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen discussed a lot of topics in his latest interview with Ryan McCaffrey on the Ride The Lightning podcast, but his comments around the Cybertruck will probably be of most […]
Model 3 News
WiTricity to launch wireless charging system for Tesla Model 3
WiTricity announced this week plans to launch a wireless charging system for the Tesla Model 3. The company claims the Halo Charging System can deliver up to 11kW of wireless charging power, enough for 35-40 […]
Tesla Model 3 and Model Y earn Top Safety Pick+ awards from IIHS
Both the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y have earned the 2022 Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Despite this being the 2022 edition of the awards, the safety […]
Tesla Model 3 air suspension resurfaces in Israeli parts list
Tesla was supposed to launch the Model 3 in 2017 with air suspension. The added complexities and a difficult production ramp forced the automaker to abandon the feature at the last minute. Since its launch […]
Extra bonus coming to Tesla Model 3/Y owners with Acceleration Boost
You could soon be receiving an extra bonus from Tesla if you spent the money to purchase the Acceleration Boost for your Model 3 or Model Y . If it happens, you can thank Tesla […]
Model Y News
Tesla launches car scrappage program in the UK providing up to £4,000 off new Model 3/Y
Tesla has launched a new car scrappage program in the United Kingdom (UK), aimed at encouraging customers to trade in their older gas or diesel cars for a new Model 3 or Model Y. For […]
Tesla recalls 137 Model Ys over possible loose steering wheel fasteners
Tesla has issued a voluntary recall of a small number of Model Y SUVs over concerns the steering wheels may not have been properly fastened, potentially leading to the steering wheel becoming disconnected while driving. […]
Tesla Model Y is the best-selling SUV in Australia
Australia is seeing a massive surge towards EVs, and the Tesla Model Y is leading the way. The Model Y was the best-selling SUV and third best seller of any new vehicle sold in Australia. […]
Tesla issues new Service Bulletin to address water ingress on Model Y liftgate
If you are a Model Y owner that has been plagued with water ingress from the liftgate of your Model Y, it looks like Tesla may finally have a fix for you. The automaker has […]
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Model S News
Tesla’s new vision-based Autopark gets first tests [Videos]
One of the features in Tesla’s suite of Full Self-Driving (FSD) features is Autopark. The systems works by detecting vacant parking spaces between vehicles, either straight in or parallel spaces, and then using the car’s […]
Tesla Model S reservation holders in Canada get new September delivery dates as some US deliveries get pushed back into 2022
When Tesla first announced the refresh Model S in January, CEO Elon Musk was hoping to begin deliveries just one month later in February. The company’s website disagreed with the CEO, indicating deliveries would instead […]
Tesla Model S/X delivery timelines slip even further into 2022
Customers sitting on the sidelines and deciding where to click the order button for a refresh Tesla Model S or Model X are probably regretting that decision. Delivery timelines for both variants of the vehicles […]
Model X News
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 […]
Tesmanian switches shipping partner and reduces shipping fees to Canada
One of the top stores for aftermarket accessories is Tesmanian, which offers products for the entire lineup of Tesla vehicles. Working with Drive Tesla Canada and based on feedback from our customers, Tesmanian has switched […]
First look at the new 2020.32.2 suspension update with real-time visualization
Tesla started releasing its latest 2020.32.2 software update yesterday, with a lot of Canadian cars being part of the deployment. Looks like a big push of 2020.32.2 to Canadian cars right now 🇨🇦 https://t.co/VfqkRCtV3b — […]
SpaceX News
KDDI teams up with SpaceX to bring Starlink-powered cellular service to Japan
KDDI has announced a partnership with SpaceX to provide satellite cellular service using Starlink’s low earth orbit satellites. The company will use their own national wireless spectrum to expand cellular services to areas previously untouched […]
Starlink Enables Internet Access in Remote Areas of Malaysia
The first Starlink kits have been installed in remote, rural areas of Malaysia. The technology will give internet access to the local population, which was previously cut off from it. Starlink’s presence in the country’s […]
SpaceX now shows Starlink speed estimates for your area before ordering
If you are thinking of switching to Starlink and have been curious about the estimated internet speeds in your area, you can now check on the Starlink map which shows estimated download and upload speeds […]
SpaceX Successfully Launches Crew-7, its 11th Mission with Astronauts
SpaceX has successfully launched a Crew-7 mission that will carry four astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS). It became its 11th mission to carry astronauts into space. Since its first crewed launch in May […]
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 […]
