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Starlink Just Switched Off Russia’s Secret Weapon in Ukraine

SpaceX has reportedly taken a major step to curb Russia’s battlefield communications in Ukraine by blocking unauthorized use of Starlink internet terminals, a move Ukrainian officials say has already disrupted Russian assault operations. According to a report from Reuters, Starlink internet terminals used by Russian troops in Ukraine have been deactivated, dealing what one Ukrainian […]
Nehal Malik
10 hours ago

Tesla Fires Up Massive 1.6 GWh Megapack Battery in Australia

Tesla has switched on another massive win for grid-scale energy storage, this time in Australia. The company says 444 Tesla Megapacks are now powering one of the country’s largest grid-forming battery projects, marking a major milestone for renewable energy infrastructure in the region. According to Tesla’s official Megapack account, the 600 MW / 1.6 GWh […]
Nehal Malik
11 hours ago

Your Cybertruck Can Now Earn You Money While It’s Parked

Tesla is finally flipping the switch on one of the Cybertruck’s most anticipated features. Owners in Texas — and soon California — will be able to send power back to the electric grid and earn money doing it, thanks to Tesla’s new Powershare Grid Support program. The news confirms years of speculation and owner requests […]
Nehal Malik
14 hours ago

Tesla and SpaceX Launch Massive 100 GW Solar Hiring Surge

Tesla and SpaceX are ramping up hiring across multiple engineering disciplines as Elon Musk pushes both companies toward an ambitious goal: producing 100 gigawatts of solar capacity per year in the United States. In a series of posts on X, SpaceX Vice President of Starlink Engineering Michael Nicolls said the company is actively recruiting engineers […]
Nehal Malik
14 hours ago

Tesla Just Activated a New AI Center to Solve FSD in China

Tesla has officially brought a new AI training center online in China, marking a significant step in the company’s push to localize development of its assisted driving and artificial intelligence technologies in the world’s largest EV market. According to a report from CnEVPost, Tesla China Vice President Grace Tao confirmed to local media outlet Cailian […]
Nehal Malik
16 hours ago

Elon Musk: AI Moves to Orbit in Just 30 Months

Elon Musk is once again thinking far beyond Earth. In a new, nearly three-hour interview on the Dwarkesh Podcast with host Dwarkesh Patel and Stripe co-founder John Collison, Musk covered everything from orbital AI data centers and humanoid robots to China, xAI’s future, and lessons learned from running SpaceX. One of the most striking takeaways […]
Nehal Malik
1 day ago

Tesla Launches Limited-Edition ‘Year of the Horse’ Optimus

Tesla is ringing in the Lunar New Year with a new collectible — and this one puts Optimus front and center. The company has quietly launched a new Year of the Horse edition Tesla Bot Action Figure in the Tesla Shop, marking the Lunar New Year with a themed twist on its humanoid robot. The […]
Nehal Malik
1 day ago

SpaceX’s 1 Million AI Satellite Plan Clears First FCC Hurdle

SpaceX’s ambitious plan to put massive amounts of computing power into orbit just cleared a major regulatory hurdle. The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has officially accepted SpaceX’s application for a new non-geostationary orbit (NGSO) satellite system that could ultimately include up to one million satellites, kicking off a public comment period on the proposal. […]
Nehal Malik
1 day ago

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SpaceX and xAI Officially Merge in Massive Musk Power Play

Elon Musk has officially pulled the trigger on one of the most ambitious consolidations in tech and space history. SpaceX has acquired xAI, formally merging the rocket and satellite giant with Musk’s rapidly growing artificial intelligence startup in a move that signals just how serious he is about taking AI beyond Earth. SpaceX announced the […]
Nehal Malik
5 days ago

Musk to Unite SpaceX and xAI into $1 Trillion Powerhouse

Elon Musk may be preparing his biggest corporate consolidation yet. According to Bloomberg, SpaceX is in advanced talks to combine with xAI, Musk’s artificial intelligence startup, as he accelerates efforts to unify his sprawling empire under a single, long-term vision. The discussions are said to be far along, with SpaceX and xAI reportedly informing some […]
Nehal Malik
5 days ago

SpaceX Considering Massive Merger With Musk’s Tesla or xAI

SpaceX is reportedly weighing a major consolidation move as it inches closer to a long-anticipated public offering, with discussions underway around a possible merger with either Tesla or artificial intelligence startup xAI. According to Bloomberg, the talks are still exploratory, but they underscore Elon Musk’s growing interest in bringing his sprawling portfolio of companies closer […]
Nehal Malik
1 week ago

SpaceX

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Starlink Just Switched Off Russia’s Secret Weapon in Ukraine

SpaceX has reportedly taken a major step to curb Russia’s battlefield communications in Ukraine by blocking unauthorized use of Starlink internet terminals, a move Ukrainian officials say has already disrupted Russian assault operations. According to a report from Reuters, Starlink internet terminals used by Russian troops in Ukraine have been deactivated, dealing what one Ukrainian […]
Nehal Malik
10 hours ago

Tesla and SpaceX Launch Massive 100 GW Solar Hiring Surge

Tesla and SpaceX are ramping up hiring across multiple engineering disciplines as Elon Musk pushes both companies toward an ambitious goal: producing 100 gigawatts of solar capacity per year in the United States. In a series of posts on X, SpaceX Vice President of Starlink Engineering Michael Nicolls said the company is actively recruiting engineers […]
Nehal Malik
14 hours ago

SpaceX’s 1 Million AI Satellite Plan Clears First FCC Hurdle

SpaceX’s ambitious plan to put massive amounts of computing power into orbit just cleared a major regulatory hurdle. The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has officially accepted SpaceX’s application for a new non-geostationary orbit (NGSO) satellite system that could ultimately include up to one million satellites, kicking off a public comment period on the proposal. […]
Nehal Malik
1 day ago

Starlink Now Dominates 97% of All Satellite Internet Usage

Starlink’s grip on the global satellite internet market is getting harder to ignore. According to Ookla’s newly released 2025 Global Satellite Broadband Performance Report, low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite services — led overwhelmingly by SpaceX’s Starlink — are rapidly reshaping what space-based internet looks like for consumers around the world. Ookla’s Speedtest Intelligence data shows […]
Nehal Malik
2 days ago

Elon Musk’s Grok AI Is Now Taking Your Starlink Orders

Starlink is making it even easier for Americans to get online from space. SpaceX’s satellite internet service says U.S. customers can now order Starlink in less than two minutes, either by visiting Starlink’s website or calling 1-888-GO-STARLINK. According to Starlink, the streamlined process is powered by xAI’s Grok, a virtual assistant that can walk customers […]
Nehal Malik
3 days ago

Starlink to Kill ‘No Service’ in Spain with Direct to Cell

Starlink’s ambitious push into satellite-to-smartphone connectivity is officially heading to the European Union, with Spain set to become the first country in the bloc to launch the company’s Direct to Cell service later this year. Starlink confirmed the news on X, announcing that Spain will be the first EU market to get Direct to Cell, […]
Nehal Malik
4 days ago

Deals

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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 […]
Tesla North Deals
2 months ago

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 […]
Tesla North Deals
2 months ago

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 […]
Nehal Malik
4 months ago

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, […]
Nehal Malik
4 months ago

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 […]
Nehal Malik
5 months ago

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 […]
Nehal Malik
5 months ago

Starlink Slashes Roam Plan Prices in Canada to $39/Month

Starlink is giving Canadians another reason to sign up for its satellite internet service. The company this week launched a limited-time promotion on its Roam plans, dropping the price of the 50GB subscription from $70 CAD to just $39 CAD per month for the first six months. That’s a 44% discount, available only to new […]
Nehal Malik
5 months ago

Rivian

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Rivian Unveils Tesla FSD Rival Coming in 2026

Rivian is gearing up to take on Tesla, Waymo, and the rest of the self-driving pack with a major update to its autonomy roadmap. The company has officially announced Autonomy+, a new paid driver-assist and self-driving subscription arriving in early 2026 — and it’s clearly positioned as a direct competitor to Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (Supervised). […]
Nehal Malik
2 months ago

Rivian to Begin Building $5 Billion EV Factory in Georgia

Rivian is finally set to break ground on its long-awaited second U.S. production facility, a massive $5 billion EV factory east of Atlanta, Georgia, on Tuesday, September 16. The 2,000-acre site, located across Walton and Morgan counties, is expected to become one of the largest economic development projects in Georgia’s history, with plans for 20 […]
Nehal Malik
5 months ago

Tesla Vehicles Can Now Plug In Directly at Rivian Chargers

Rivian has officially begun upgrading its Rivian Adventure Network (RAN) with Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) plugs, eliminating the need for adapters when Tesla drivers charge at Rivian stations. The upgrade kicked off last week at Rivian’s Joshua Tree Charging Outpost in California, marking the company’s first location to offer both NACS and CCS1 […]
Nehal Malik
7 months ago

Rivian Expands Illinois Factory to Get Ready for R2 SUV

Rivian is growing its manufacturing site in Normal, Illinois, to prepare for production of its new R2 electric SUV, which is expected to launch in 2026. The company is adding a 1.1 million square-foot building to its existing 4.3 million square-foot facility, which already produces the R1 series and electric delivery vans. Once the expansion […]
Sarah Lee-Jones
11 months ago

Tesla and Rivian Reach Settlement in Trade Secrets Battle

Tesla has announced a “conditional” settlement in its lawsuit against Rivian, which began in 2020. The case accused Rivian of hiring former Tesla employees to steal trade secrets about electric vehicle technology. The settlement terms haven’t been shared publicly, but Tesla told a California judge it plans to dismiss the case by December 24 if […]
Sarah Lee-Jones
1 year ago

Rivian Unveils Pretty Fun Halloween Software Update

Rivian is celebrating Halloween in style with a new software update that introduces Car Costumes for its electric vehicles, letting drivers transform their R1 models with themes inspired by iconic entertainment vehicles. The update rolls out on October 18 and offers a fun, immersive experience right from the Rivian app. The Car Costumes include Knight […]
Sarah Lee-Jones
1 year ago

Ford

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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 […]
Nehal Malik
4 weeks ago

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. […]
Nehal Malik
2 months ago

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 […]
Nehal Malik
6 months ago

Ford Ships 140,000 Free Tesla Supercharging Adapters

Ford has completed the shipment of 139,935 complimentary Fast Charging Adapters to its U.S. electric vehicle customers, fulfilling its commitment to unlock broader access to Tesla’s Supercharger network. The initiative, launched in 2024, aimed to simplify charging for Ford EV owners. Each adapter shipped came with a message: “Our Gift, Just For You,” and a […]
Sarah Lee-Jones
11 months ago

Ford EVs Get NACS Fast Charger Routing via Apple Maps in CarPlay

Ford electric vehicle (EV) owners can now enjoy a smoother charging experience thanks to a new feature available through Apple Maps in CarPlay. Starting today, drivers of the Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning can be automatically routed to Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) fast charging stations, including compatible Tesla Superchargers, during their trip planning. […]
Alex Diaz
11 months ago

Ford Hits the Brakes on F-150 Lightning Production, Citing Demand

Ford is hitting the brakes on its F-150 Lightning production, pausing assembly of its flagship electric truck at the Dearborn, Michigan, plant from mid-November to early January. The reason? Ford says demand for electric vehicles, or EVs, isn’t keeping up with expectations. The production halt will start after the shift on November 15 and resume […]
Alex Diaz
1 year ago

GM

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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, […]
Nehal Malik
4 months ago

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. […]
Nehal Malik
5 months ago

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 […]
Nehal Malik
6 months ago

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. […]
Sarah Lee-Jones
1 year ago
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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 […]
Sarah Lee-Jones
1 year ago

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 […]
Alex Diaz
2 years ago

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. […]
Alex Diaz
2 years ago

GM Seeks to Recruit Tesla’s Former Interns Amid Layoffs

General Motors is actively seeking to recruit software interns impacted by Tesla’s recent downsizing. Laura del Amo, a talent sourcing strategist for GM, made a public appeal on LinkedIn targeting software students affected by Tesla’s decision to terminate its summer internship program. This move comes as Tesla recently announced a reduction of more than 10% […]
Sarah Lee-Jones
2 years ago