A Starlink V3 satellite deploying from Starship's payload bay during Flight 14 (SpaceX broadcast)

SpaceX Star Mind AI Satellites to Pack Over 250kW of Solar Power

SpaceX is developing a new "Star Mind" program for orbital AI computing, with each spacecraft set to carry more than 250kW of solar power, highlighting the enormous energy requirements behind running advanced computing systems in space. Elon Musk disclosed the power figure Thursday, saying each Star Mind "super intelligence" spacecraft will pack over 250kW of...
SpaceX Falcon Heavy lifting off from Pad 39A at night

SpaceX Flies Three Falcons, 21st Human Spaceflight in Under 13 Hours

SpaceX completed three Falcon launches, four first-stage landings and the docking of a Dragon capsule to the International Space Station in under 13 hours, the company said Friday. The tally makes the mission the company's 21st human spaceflight, with Dragon's docking capping a day that opened with three Falcons standing vertical on launch pads ahead...
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Tesla Reverses Course on AI5 Memory, Bumps Chip to 96GB

Tesla will ship its next-generation AI5 chip with 96GB of LPDDR5 memory after Elon Musk said Friday that the company nudged the specification higher rather than use the minimum-density version of the memory alone. The announcement marks a quick reversal from Thursday, when Musk said Tesla had halved AI5 memory to 72GB of LP5 to...

Tesla Q3 2026 Deliveries Beat 461,974 Consensus at 486,532 Vehicles

Tesla delivered 486,532 vehicles in the third quarter of 2026, beating the company-compiled analyst consensus of 461,974 by 24,558 vehicles, or about 5.3 percent, marking a second straight quarter in which deliveries came in well ahead of analyst estimates. Tesla produced 464,391 vehicles during the quarter and deployed 13.7 GWh of energy storage products. Deliveries...

Neuralink Sets New BCI Record After Training on 50,000 Hours of Brain Data

Neuralink says it has begun putting more than 50,000 hours of neural recordings from clinical trial participants to work, helping improve cursor control, reduce calibration time and set a new brain-computer interface performance record. In an October 1 blog post, Neuralink said participants have streamed more than 50,000 hours of unlabeled, freeform neural data during...
Tesla Cybercab on display for Japan Tour

Tesla Names Cybercab’s RGB Light Bar the “Megalamp”

Tesla has given the RGB light bar across the front of the Cybercab a name, calling it the "Megalamp," a visual pickup cue that matches the colour shown in a rider's Robotaxi app. "Cybercab's Megalamp is designed to ensure you always find your ride," Tesla's official Robotaxi account said in a post published October 1,...
Tesla Model Y on a road

Tesla Says FSD Improvements for Potholes and Navigation Are Coming

Tesla says improvements to Full Self-Driving (Supervised) for pothole avoidance and navigation are coming. Tesla engineer Phil Duan, whose bio identifies him as working on Tesla's AI and robotaxi efforts, replied to a Tesla owner whose glowing review of FSD v14.3.10 came with two pointed complaints: "@fnthawar @Tesla_AI @Tesla Improvements on both are coming." Shopify...
A Starlink V3 satellite deploying from Starship's payload bay during Flight 14 (SpaceX broadcast)

SpaceX Star Mind AI Satellites to Pack Over 250kW of Solar Power

SpaceX is developing a new "Star Mind" program for orbital AI computing, with each spacecraft set to carry more than 250kW of solar power, highlighting the enormous energy requirements behind running advanced computing systems in space. Elon Musk disclosed the power figure Thursday, saying each Star Mind "super intelligence" spacecraft will pack over 250kW of...
Falcon 9 rocket lifts off from a SpaceX pad, flames and smoke erupting as it climbs into the blue sky. (informative)

SpaceX Falcon Heavy Set to Launch NROL-97 on October 1

SpaceX revealed its Falcon Heavy rocket inside the hangar at Launch Complex 39A in Florida on Monday, three days before the 27-engine heavy-lifter is set to launch the classified NROL-97 mission. The company's post featured close-up footage of the rocket's 27 Merlin engine nozzles, arranged in a grid beneath its three first-stage cores. Each core...
Aer Lingus aircraft with Starlink Wi-Fi

SWISS Flies First Starlink-Equipped Aircraft With Gate-to-Gate WiFi

SWISS has put its first Starlink-equipped aircraft into service at Zurich, an Airbus A320neo named Iseltwald that gives passengers free high-speed internet from gate to gate. Starlink confirmed the jet had taken flight on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, a day after SWISS announced the launch from Zurich Airport. The carrier said the aircraft, registration HB-JDM,...
Spacecraft flies near Earth at night; HUD shows speed 26,042 km/h, altitude 276 km, T+ 00:24:59 (Starship Flight 14).

SpaceX Recaps Starship Flight 14: What Went Right and Wrong

SpaceX completed Starship’s first orbital mission on Flight 14, reaching Earth orbit for the first time while deploying 26 Starlink V3 satellites that could expand the spacecraft’s role in future high-capacity missions. Starship lifted off from Starbase, Texas on September 28 at 7:48 a.m. CT for its 14th flight and first attempt to reach orbit. […]
A Starlink V3 satellite deploying from Starship's payload bay during Flight 14 (SpaceX broadcast)

SpaceX Deploys 26 Starlink V3 Satellites From Starship Flight 14

SpaceX has deployed 26 Starlink V3 satellites from Starship Flight 14, marking the first time its next-generation satellites have entered operational orbit and joined the Starlink constellation. "Payload deploy complete. All 26 @Starlink V3 satellites are in orbit," SpaceX said after deployment. The company later confirmed that the Starlink team had established contact with all...

Starlink’s Secret $50 Credit Effectively Offers a Free Month

SpaceX is quietly rolling out a new promotion for Starlink — and if you were already considering signing up, this one might be worth a look. The company has begun mailing promotional postcards to prospective customers offering a $50 service credit for new Residential subscribers. Several users on X have confirmed receiving the mailer, which […]

Tessie Launches Black Friday Deal: Lifetime Licenses Are Back

Utah-based Tessie is bringing back its biggest Black Friday offer, and it’s a solid pickup if you use your Tesla every day. The app continues to be the best third-party Tesla app in our opinion, with deep data tools, automation features, and support across iOS, Android, and smartwatches. For Black Friday, Tessie is removing subscriptions […]

Black Friday 2025: The Best Amazon Deals Live Right Now

If you’re hunting for gift ideas for a Tesla owner or just someone who loves tech, here are some of the biggest trending Black Friday deals on Amazon right now. Lots of these are smart home upgrades, fitness trackers, and gadgets that pair nicely with a Tesla lifestyle. Oura Ring 4 (Silver, Size 8): $249 […]

SpaceX Brings Free Starlink Dish Rentals to Canada

SpaceX has launched a new Starlink deal in Canada that lets new customers get free hardware rentals for a limited time. The promo includes a Starlink Standard kit, which comes with the company’s Standard dish and Gen 3 Wi-Fi router, and appears to be available across Canada (we were able to verify eligibility for several […]

Starlink Mini Dish Price Drops to $299 in U.S., $399 in Canada

SpaceX has revived its $299 USD deal for the Starlink Mini, discounting the compact satellite dish by $200 in the United States. A similar offer is also available in Canada, where customers can pick up the Starlink Mini for $399 CAD, down from the regular $599 CAD price. The Starlink Mini is designed for portability, […]

Tesla Canada Promo: $5,000 Off Model 3 Until September 30

Tesla is giving Canadian buyers a big incentive to grab a new Model 3 this month. Customers who take delivery of a new Model 3 by September 30, 2025, can now choose between a $5,000 CAD discount off the purchase price or unlimited free Supercharging for life. This new offer expands on Tesla’s previous promotion […]

SpaceX Drops Starlink Standard Dish to Lowest Price Ever

SpaceX has slashed the cost of its Starlink Standard Kit to just $89 in select parts of the United States, marking the lowest price ever for the satellite dish. That’s a 75% drop from its usual $349 price tag, and a staggering 85% less than what it cost only a year ago at $599. On […]

Unlock Your Rivian With Apple Watch: New App Lets You Leave Your Phone Home

Rivian has officially bridged the gap between your wrist and your vehicle. Starting today, February 19, 2026, the company is rolling out the highly anticipated Rivian Apple Watch companion app alongside its new Autonomy+ subscription service. This update, version 3.9.0 of the mobile app, allows R1T and R1S owners to control their vehicles without needing […]

Rivian R2: Tesla Model Y Rival Launching This Spring

Rivian’s long-anticipated R2 is almost here. In a post on X, Rivian teased the upcoming debut of its more affordable electric SUV, writing, “The wait is almost over. The first R2 variant, featuring dual motors and all-wheel drive, launches this spring.” The company confirmed it will be sharing full details about the R2, including pricing, […]

Ford to Launch $30,000 Electric Pickup Inspired by Cybertruck Tech

Ford is pivoting its electric vehicle strategy with a new “Universal Electric Vehicle” (UEV) platform, designed to deliver a mid-size electric pickup starting at approximately $30,000. In a technical briefing this week, Ford executives revealed they are adopting several manufacturing and electrical innovations popularized by Tesla and its Cybertruck to reach this aggressive price point […]

Detroit’s $50B EV Reckoning: The Grand Gamble Unravels

The EV gold rush in Detroit has officially hit a wall. According to a new report from The Wall Street Journal, the Detroit Big Three — General Motors, Ford Motor, and Stellantis — have collectively racked up more than $50 billion in write-downs tied to electric vehicle investments, as cooling demand and shifting regulations force […]

Ford Announces $30,000 EV With Eyes-Off Self-Driving Tech

Ford is officially entering the race to deliver eyes-off self-driving technology — and it’s doing so in a way that breaks from the industry’s usual playbook. According to a report from CNBC, the automaker plans to debut Level 3 “eyes-off” driving on a roughly $30,000 all-electric vehicle in 2028, making the feature accessible on a […]

Ford Pulls Plug on F-150 Lightning in Massive EV Retreat

Ford has officially pulled the plug on the all-electric F-150 Lightning, marking one of the most dramatic reversals yet in the auto industry’s push toward full electrification. The decision comes alongside a staggering $19.5 billion write-down tied primarily to Ford’s electric vehicle investments — one of the largest impairments ever taken by a U.S. company. […]

Classic Ford Mustang Turned into Tesla with FSD [VIDEO]

Tesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) running in a 1966 Ford Mustang? Yes, you read that right. X user @Tutrifour recently shared a jaw-dropping video of his classic Mustang autonomously navigating streets using Tesla’s FSD software. In what he calls “probably the first non-Tesla running FSD,” this resto-mod blends vintage Detroit muscle with some of the most […]

Detroit’s $50B EV Reckoning: The Grand Gamble Unravels

The EV gold rush in Detroit has officially hit a wall. According to a new report from The Wall Street Journal, the Detroit Big Three — General Motors, Ford Motor, and Stellantis — have collectively racked up more than $50 billion in write-downs tied to electric vehicle investments, as cooling demand and shifting regulations force […]

GM’s New 2027 Chevy Bolt Adds Tesla NACS Port, Starts Under $29,000

General Motors has officially taken the wraps off the all-new, second-generation Chevy Bolt, and it’s shaping up to be the most affordable EV in America. The 2027 Bolt will start at just $28,995 USD, including destination fees — making it the cheapest electric vehicle announced in the U.S. to date. For comparison, Tesla’s cheapest offering, […]

GM to Halt EV Production Shifts at Factory Zero Over Slowing Demand

General Motors is temporarily cutting electric vehicle production shifts at its Factory Zero plant in Detroit-Hamtramck as demand softens (via The Detroit Free Press). The automaker told employees on August 27 that first- and second-shift production will be paused for one month beginning September 2, the day after Labor Day, and won’t resume until October 6. […]

GM Teases New Bolt EV with Tesla’s NACS Charging Port

General Motors has just released the first official teaser for its all-new, next-generation Chevrolet Bolt EV, confirming that the affordable electric vehicle will return in 2026 — with Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) port onboard. Production of the outgoing Bolt EV and Bolt EUV ended in December 2023 as GM shifted focus to its […]

NHTSA Slaps $1.5 Million Fine on Cruise for Crash Reporting Failure

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced a consent order with Cruise, the automated driving company majority-owned by General Motors, over incomplete crash reports. The order addresses Cruise’s failure to disclose full details of a crash on October 2, 2023, when a driverless Cruise vehicle dragged a pedestrian approximately 20 feet before stopping. […]
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Tesla Superchargers Open to GM Electric Vehicles

General Motors (GM) announced that its electric vehicle (EV) customers will now have access to over 17,800 Tesla Superchargers across North America using a GM-approved NACS DC adapter. This expands the charging options available to GM EV drivers, who will now have access to more than 231,800 public Level 2 and DC fast chargers in […]

GM Lowers 2024 EV Production Targets Amid Slower U.S. Adoption

General Motors (GM) is reducing its forecasted sales and production of all-electric vehicles (EVs) for this year, citing slower-than-anticipated U.S. adoption of EVs. GM Chief Financial Officer Paul Jacobson announced the company now anticipates producing 200,000 to 250,000 EVs in 2024, down from the previously stated range of 200,000 to 300,000. Despite this adjustment, Jacobson […]

Tesla Layoffs Delay Supercharger Access for Polestar, GM

Tesla’s recent decision to lay off its entire Supercharger team has led to delays in the timeline for connecting more non-Tesla brands to its charging network. Initially, Tesla’s website stated that Volvo, GM, and Polestar drivers would gain access to 15,000 eligible stations by spring 2024. However, Polestar has indicated that the timeline has shifted. […]