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Amazon Rebrands Project Kuiper to “Amazon Leo” as It Prepares to Take on Starlink
Amazon has officially retired the long-running Project Kuiper name, unveiling a new consumer-facing brand—Amazon Leo—as it prepares to bring its satellite internet service to market. After seven years of development, hundreds of prototype tests, and […]
Blue Origin Lands New Glenn Booster for the First Time, Successfully Launches NASA’s ESCAPADE Mission to Mars
Blue Origin has reached a major milestone in its push to compete with SpaceX, successfully landing its massive New Glenn booster for the first time while also sending NASA’s twin ESCAPADE spacecraft on a long-distance […]
Waymo Begins Testing Hyundai IONIQ 5 Tobotaxis with Next-Gen Autonomous Platform
Waymo’s next wave of robotaxis is officially hitting public roads, as the company has begun on-road testing of Hyundai IONIQ 5 vehicles outfitted with its sixth-generation autonomous driving system. The move has been expected since […]
Manitoba Hydro to build first EV fast-charging corridor reaching Northern Manitoba
Manitoba Hydro has announced plans to build the province’s first publicly owned EV charging network, delivering fast-charging capability along the long stretch of Highway 6 between Winnipeg and Thompson—a route to the northern part of […]
Tesla Powerwall 2 recall expands to the U.S.with 10,500 units affected
Tesla’s Powerwall 2 recall has expanded beyond Australia, with U.S. regulators confirming a similar recall affecting roughly 10,500 units. The issue centers on a batch of Powerwall 2 home battery systems that contain lithium-ion cells […]
Tesla working on Apple CarPlay integration: Report
Tesla is reportedly working behind the scenes to add Apple CarPlay to its vehicles—an unexpected development given the company’s long-standing refusal to support the popular smartphone-mirroring platform. According to a new report from Bloomberg, the […]
Cybertruck News
Tesla removes Model S and Model X from referral program in North America, lowers Cybertruck discount
Tesla has quietly updated its referral program in both Canada and the United States, removing the Model S and Model X from the list of vehicles eligible for referral incentives. The changes also affect Cybertruck […]
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 […]
Did Unplugged Performance just reveal the final Cybertruck design?
There have been several indications in the last few weeks that the Cybertruck is inching closer to production, but the final design of the electric truck still hasn’t been revealed, even though it was finalized […]
Tesla Cybertruck moves from ‘in development’ to ‘tooling’ as production nears
Tesla published their Q3 2022 earnings this afternoon, and as usual included some exciting information in the shareholder deck. One piece that will be particularly interesting to the more than 1 million people waiting in […]
Model 3 News
Tesla’s European Sales Show Signs of Recovery in February
Tesla’s European sales picture is starting to brighten in February, with strong rebounds in key markets helping to offset pockets of weakness elsewhere. New registration data from Norway, France, and Denmark shows the automaker regaining […]
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 […]
Trucker blockades preventing some Tesla shipments from entering Canada resulting in delayed deliveries
Tesla customers in Alberta hoping to receive their new car soon might have to wait a little longer. The ongoing trucker protests have blocked some car carriers from entering Canada. Two Model 3 reservation holders […]
Did you receive an email from Tesla saying your Model 3 order was modified? Here’s why
Did you receive an email from Tesla yesterday saying your Model 3 order has been modified, but you didn’t actually make any changes? We received half a dozen reports from owners who received this email […]
Model Y News
Tesla Model Y L certified in South Korea as Australia and New Zealand launch confirmed
Tesla’s upcoming three-row version of its best-selling SUV is moving closer to launch in another market. New regulatory filings show the Tesla Model Y L has now been certified in South Korea, as the company […]
Uber to add 100 Tesla Model Ys to ridesharing fleet in Japan
Uber Japan and Hinomaru Kotsu have joined forces to bring about a major shift to the Japanese taxi and hire industry. The companies announced on Monday their plans to deploy 100 Tesla Model Ys to […]
Charging Tesla causes sensation in small Montana Town; appears on newspaper front page
While Tesla has become wildly popular worldwide, it appears there are pockets of places where the brand remains relatively unknown. When a Tesla Model Y turned up and started charging from an utility pole in a tiny […]
Coachella City Council Approves Fleet of 17 Tesla Model Y for Eco-Friendly Rideshare Transformation
Residents in Coachella, California can soon expect to see an eco-friendly transformation in their rideshare services. Coachella City Council has given the greenlight to a plan to introduce 17 Tesla Model Ys into their transportation […]
Tesla Model Y and Model 3 lead California car sales through June
The latest figures show Tesla is outselling the competition in California, including cars with internal combustion engines (ICE), and the competition isn’t even close. The Model Y and Model 3 were the top selling cars […]
Deals
Enhance Auto Introduces the S3XY Dash: A Fully Customizable Display With Apple CarPlay, Android Auto & Deep Vehicle Data [Deal]
For Tesla owners looking to expand their in‑car interface, Enhance Auto has unveiled a powerful new addition to its ecosystem: the S3XY Dash. This sleek 9.6‑inch LCD display brings a fully customizable driver experience to […]
Rear Door Emergency Release Straps For Your Tesla from Jowua [Deal]
When it comes to driving a Tesla, safety, design, and innovation go hand in hand. But what if you could add one simple upgrade that enhances emergency preparedness without compromising the vehicle’s sleek aesthetic? Meet […]
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 […]
Model S News
Brand new Tesla Model S Plaid destroyed by fire in Pennsylvania [Update]
A brand new Tesla Model S Plaid has been destroyed in a fire last night in Gladwyne, Pennsylvania. No one was inside the vehicle at the time of the fire, the cause of which is […]
Unplugged Performance and Randy Pobst easily take Pikes Peak crown in Tesla Model S Plaid
Even though Mother Nature tried to throw a wrench into the plans, Randy Pobst and the team at Unplugged Performance were able to win the Exhibition Class at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb […]
Tesla outselling all other EVs combined in the US by a 3-1 margin
Electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining popularity in the United States. The latest data shows Americans registered 3 times as many new EVs in the first quarter of 2021 when compared to internal combustion engine (ICE) […]
Model X News
NTSB lays fault with Tesla and Apple in deadly Model X crash in 2018
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) criticized both Tesla and Apple at a hearing yesterday around the fatal crash of a Tesla in 2018. The crash, involving a Tesla Model X driving by game developer […]
Tesla opens new Model 3 specific Service Centre in California
In an effort to apparently streamline service and repairs for Tesla vehicles, the California-based automaker recently opened a new Model 3 specific Service Centre in Santa Ana, California. The new Service Centre will work alongside […]
Tesla safety features saves two families in freak accident
Tesla vehicles are well-known for their safety features, having won numerous awards around the world. Those safety features were put on full display in the UK this weekend saving two families from being killed in […]
SpaceX News
SpaceX Now Targeting April for First Launch of Starship V3 Rocket
SpaceX is adjusting the timeline for the debut flight of its next-generation Starship, with the first launch of the Starship V3 vehicle now expected in early April as testing continues at the company’s Starbase facility […]
SpaceX fires back at AT&T and RWA in Starlink cellular service battle
SpaceX is preparing to test its Starlink cellular service with T-Mobile and launch its ‘direct-to-cell’ service next year, but the aerospace company is facing opposition from AT&T and the Rural Wireless Association (RWA). SpaceX is […]
Japanese Shipping Giant to Equip Over 200 Ships with SpaceX’s Starlink
SpaceX’s Starlink will be installed on more than 200 ships of the Japanese company Mitsui O.S.K. Lines. More than half of the fleet will be equipped with systems by the end of the fiscal year […]
Qatar Airways picks Starlink for in-flight connectivity
Qatar Airways has partnered with SpaceX to offer complimentary Starlink high-speed internet connectivity on its flights. This collaboration marks a significant milestone, making Qatar Airways the largest airline to provide Starlink’s satellite internet service to […]
SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy Successfully Launches NASA Psyche Mission to Asteroid
SpaceX’s powerful Falcon Heavy rocket has successfully launched to send NASA’s Psyche to a distant, metal-rich asteroid for exploration. Both of its boosters landed synchronously on the pads after completing the task. NASA’s large Psyche […]
Supercharger News
Tesla Now Operates More than 2,500 Superchargers and 12,000 Supercharger Stalls Across China
Tesla’s charging network in China keeps growing, as the latest update shows Tesla has now deployed more than 2,500 Supercharger stations across mainland China. The milestone was shared by Tesla Vice President Grace Tao in […]
Tesla’s new V4 Supercharger is now open to non-Tesla vehicles
In March, Tesla unveiled its new V4 Supercharger at a Tesla Supercharger station outside of Amsterdam. However, despite being designed with other electric vehicles (EVs) in mind with a longer cord, the station was only […]
Tesla Supercharger pricing and histograph added to mobile app
Tesla has made it easier to know how much you will be paying on your next visit to a Supercharger by adding pricing information to the mobile app. Along with pricing Tesla has also added […]
Here’s why Tesla hasn’t implemented kWh billing at their Canadian Superchargers yet
Measurement Canada finally approved kWh billing for DC fast charging providers in February, more than two years after the process began. The temporary dispensation order allowed existing Level 3+ EVSE stations already in use across […]
