Stories by Alex Diaz

Tesla Model Y: Best-Selling EV in the UK for 2024

Tesla’s Model Y continues to shine as electric vehicles (EVs) hit a record 19.6% market share in the UK for 2024. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), nearly 2 million new cars were registered last year, marking a 2.6% growth compared to 2023. Fleet buyers drove most of the growth, while […]

United Airlines Fast-Tracks Starlink on Flights in 2025

United Airlines has announced plans today to accelerate the rollout of SpaceX’s Starlink high-speed internet service across its fleet. The airline first announced plans to bring Starlink to the fleet in September. The first commercial flight equipped with Starlink is expected to take off this spring, using a United Embraer E-175 aircraft. By the end […]

SpaceX Starship 7th Test Flight to Deploy First Payload and More

SpaceX is preparing for the seventh test flight of its Starship rocket, setting the stage for a year of groundbreaking advancements in space exploration. This flight will showcase significant upgrades to the rocket and test a variety of new technologies aimed at improving performance, reliability, and reusability. SpaceX outlined the major upgrades for Flight 7 […]

Starlink Recaps 2024: A Year of Global Expansion and Innovation

In 2024, SpaceX’s Starlink reached new heights, expanding its coverage to 27 additional markets and now serving areas home to 2.8 billion people worldwide, including some of the most remote regions on the planet. To support the surging demand for high-speed internet, SpaceX opened a new 700,000-square-foot factory in Bastrop, Texas, and launched two major […]

Tesla Launches Cybertruck Metal Key Card

Tesla has introduced a $60 USD Cybertruck Metal Key Card, a durable stainless-steel alternative to its standard plastic key cards that come included with vehicle purchases. Designed for convenience and versatility, the key card provides an alternative way to access the Cybertruck when a phone key isn’t available (you should always carry a key card […]

Tesla Promo: Free Supercharging for Foundation Cybertruck Buyers

Tesla is now offering free Supercharging to customers who purchase a new Cybertruck Foundation Series, with the promotion applying to orders placed on or after December 27, 2024, from existing inventory. The free Supercharging benefit will last for the duration of vehicle ownership, but there are important conditions to consider. It’s too bad this free […]

South Korea’s Water to Install Tesla NACS Chargers Nationwide

South Korean company Bright Energy Partners, which operates the electric vehicle (EV) charging brand “Watter,” is set to install fast chargers supporting Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) at 46 locations across the country by the end of 2024. This is the first time a charging operator in Korea, other than Tesla, has installed chargers […]

Tesla Launches Supercharger Battery Heating in Cold Climates

Tesla has introduced a new feature to improve charging times for its vehicles in extreme cold weather. The company announced on Christmas Eve that Supercharger battery heating is now active at V3 and V4 Superchargers in cold climates, specifically for Model 3 and Model Y vehicles equipped with standard range, rear-wheel drive configurations. “When plugging […]

Tesla Explores Austin for Robotaxi Rollout, Says Report

Tesla is in early talks with Austin officials about testing and deploying its autonomous vehicle technology, potentially launching driverless Robotaxi fleets in Texas next year, according to emails obtained by Bloomberg. Since May, Tesla has been working with Austin’s autonomous vehicle task force to establish safety protocols and train first responders on interacting with its […]

Tesla Model Y Refresh to Start Production in January: Report

Tesla’s Giga Shanghai factory is set to start mass production of a refreshed version of the Model Y next month, according to a report from Chinese media outlet LatePost (via CnEVPost). The updated Model Y will feature changes to its interior, exterior, battery capacity, motor performance, and self-driving technology, similar to the upgrades Tesla introduced […]

T-Mobile Starlink Direct to Cell Beta: What You Need to Know

T-Mobile has partnered with SpaceX’s Starlink to introduce Direct to Cell, a revolutionary satellite-to-cell service designed to eliminate dead zones. The beta program is now open for registration, offering a select number of participants the chance to experience satellite-powered messaging ahead of the official launch. Here’s everything you need to know about this game-changing service […]

Tesla Debuts Cybertruck Wind-Up Toy, Sells Out Instantly

Tesla’s latest product isn’t a high-tech vehicle, but a playful, scaled-down version of its Cybertruck. Priced at $35 USD, the Cybertruck Wind-up Racer sold out almost immediately after launch. The 1:43-scale diecast model is inspired by vintage wind-up cars. It features a durable, turn-key wind-up mechanism that propels the toy forward when released, combining nostalgia […]

Tesla FSD 13.2.1 Rolling Out for AI4, 12.6 for AI3 This Month

Ashok Elluswamy, Tesla’s head of Autopilot and AI, announced today that Full Self-Driving v13.2.1 is rolling out wide to Hardware 4 (HW4), or AI4 customers, with software update 2024.39.15. Elluswamy also noted that the Tesla Holiday Update is also coming “within a week” for AI4 customers. @teslascope FSD v13.2.1 inbound on AI4 Model 3! pic.twitter.com/3umWdIZGlN […]

Tesla 0% APR for New Model 3/Y in Canada, USA Ends Today

Tesla’s limited-time promotion for buyers in the United States, featuring 0% APR financing on new Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, ends today December 15, 2024. Customers must take delivery by December 31, 2024, to qualify. In Canada, with the purchase of the Full Self-Driving (Supervised) option, you can get 0% APR too, as long […]

Tesla Stock Hits Record High Amid Investor Optimism

Tesla’s stock soared to new heights on Friday, closing at $436.23, its highest-ever closing price. This marks a 9.35% increase for the week, capping off a strong streak for both the company and its CEO, Elon Musk. Tesla shares hit an all-time high of $436.30 at one point. For the month, shares are up 36%. […]