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Starlink Just Got the Green Light to Launch in Vietnam

SpaceX is expanding its global internet footprint once again. The company’s satellite internet service, Starlink, has officially received approval to begin operations in Vietnam, marking another key milestone in its rapid international rollout. According to Reuters, Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology has granted Starlink’s local unit a license to provide both fixed and mobile […]
Nehal Malik
3 hours ago

Tesla Replaces Coal: $330M Battery Goes Live in Australia

A new grid-scale battery powered by Tesla Megapacks is now officially online in Queensland, Australia, marking another major milestone for the company’s fast-growing energy storage business. As first reported by Energy-Storage.News, publicly owned energy company CleanCo Queensland has opened the Swanbank Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), a 250 MW/500 MWh facility located at the former […]
Nehal Malik
3 hours ago

Tesla Launches $450 Mezcal: 50 Lucky Buyers Get Signed Boxes

Tesla is back in the spirits game — this time with a design-forward twist. The company has quietly launched a new Tesla Mezcal | Design Studio Edition in the U.S., priced at $450. The limited-run bottle leans heavily into Tesla’s design ethos, complete with a specially crafted box sleeve that features early sketches of the […]
Nehal Malik
4 hours ago

No More Waiting: Starlink Just Ended All Waitlists Worldwide

Starlink just eliminated one of the biggest friction points for would-be customers: the waitlist. In a post on X, the company announced, “No more waiting for high-speed internet! We have removed waitlists for Starlink in every country where Starlink is available today.” That’s a major shift for the satellite internet provider, which for years had […]
Nehal Malik
19 hours ago

Starlink Surpasses 10 Million Active Users Worldwide

Starlink has officially crossed another major milestone. In a post on X, Starlink confirmed it is now connecting more than 10 million active customers with high-speed satellite internet across 160 countries, territories, and markets worldwide. “Starlink is connecting more than 10M active customers with high-speed internet across 160 countries, territories and many other markets. Thank […]
Nehal Malik
19 hours ago

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 […]
Nehal Malik
20 hours ago

Last Call: Tesla Is Officially Ending One-Time FSD Purchases

If you’ve been thinking about buying Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software outright, this is your last call. After February 14, Tesla will officially discontinue the one-time purchase option for FSD in the U.S., moving the advanced driver assistance system to a subscription-only model. That means the current $8,000 upfront purchase option — available either when […]
Nehal Malik
21 hours ago

Tesla Ramps Up: 300+ 3D Supercharger Maps Added Weekly

Tesla’s 3D Supercharger Site Maps are scaling quickly, with hundreds of locations already live and hundreds more being added each week. Max de Zegher, Tesla’s Director of Charging, shared an update on X, saying: “Site Maps is expanding fast. 300 sites have it now and we’re now adding 300+ sites/week. Giga New York team is […]
Nehal Malik
2 days 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
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
2 weeks ago

SpaceX

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Starlink Just Got the Green Light to Launch in Vietnam

SpaceX is expanding its global internet footprint once again. The company’s satellite internet service, Starlink, has officially received approval to begin operations in Vietnam, marking another key milestone in its rapid international rollout. According to Reuters, Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology has granted Starlink’s local unit a license to provide both fixed and mobile […]
Nehal Malik
3 hours ago

No More Waiting: Starlink Just Ended All Waitlists Worldwide

Starlink just eliminated one of the biggest friction points for would-be customers: the waitlist. In a post on X, the company announced, “No more waiting for high-speed internet! We have removed waitlists for Starlink in every country where Starlink is available today.” That’s a major shift for the satellite internet provider, which for years had […]
Nehal Malik
19 hours ago

Starlink Surpasses 10 Million Active Users Worldwide

Starlink has officially crossed another major milestone. In a post on X, Starlink confirmed it is now connecting more than 10 million active customers with high-speed satellite internet across 160 countries, territories, and markets worldwide. “Starlink is connecting more than 10M active customers with high-speed internet across 160 countries, territories and many other markets. Thank […]
Nehal Malik
19 hours ago

Starlink Finally Launches 24/7 Live Phone Support

SpaceX is quietly addressing one of the biggest complaints about Starlink: customer support. According to a report from PCMag, Starlink’s once-limited customer service hotline has now expanded to 24/7 support. The company has also broadened phone-based assistance beyond the U.S. and Canada to include Australia and New Zealand. For years, Starlink primarily handled issues through […]
Nehal Malik
2 days ago

Southwest to Offer Free Starlink Wi-Fi on 300+ Jets

Southwest Airlines is officially bringing Starlink Wi-Fi to the skies. In a press release this week, Southwest Airlines announced it will begin installing SpaceX’s Starlink across its fleet, delivering next-generation, low-Earth orbit satellite internet to passengers across its network of 11 countries. The first Starlink-equipped Southwest aircraft will enter service this summer, with more than […]
Nehal Malik
2 days ago

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 […]
Nehal Malik
3 days ago

Deals

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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 […]
Nehal Malik
3 days ago

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
3 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
3 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

Rivian

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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, […]
Nehal Malik
4 days ago

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

Ford

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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 […]
Nehal Malik
20 hours ago

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
1 month 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

GM

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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 […]
Nehal Malik
20 hours ago

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
6 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
7 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