Stories by Alex Diaz

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 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 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 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’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 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’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 […]

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’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’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%. […]

SpaceX has asked Judge Treviño for an election to decide if Starbase, Texas, can officially become its own city. Starbase is where SpaceX builds and develops Starship, the rocket designed to revolutionize space travel. The company says it’s already investing billions of dollars in the area, creating jobs, boosting the local economy, and helping make […]

BMW briefly praised Tesla’s latest Full Self-Driving (FSD) software, calling version 13 “impressive” in a post on X yesterday. However, the post was quickly deleted, sparking conversations about the competition between Tesla and other automakers in the race for autonomous driving technology. Too bad, that was one of their best posts! — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) […]

Tesla continues to roll out its 2024 Holiday Update, which comes jam-packed with new features for its vehicles. Part of this rollout includes software update 2024.44.25.2, which we have received on HW3 vehicles. Highlights include the highly anticipated Apple Watch app, which also acts as a phone key, plus gives controls. Check out the full […]

BC Ferries in British Columbia, Canada, is partnering with SpaceX’s Starlink, to provide Wi-Fi for ferry crews while at sea. However, it’s unclear if this will lead to the return of onboard internet for passengers, which was discontinued in 2021 due to poor performance. At a Greater Vancouver Board of Trade event, CEO Nicolas Jimenez […]

Traveling through the Okanagan in British Columbia, Canada, just got easier for electric vehicle (EV) drivers. BC Hydro has opened its largest charging station yet in Lake Country, located along Pelmewash Highway. The site features 22 charging ports, offering drivers a faster and more convenient way to power up during their trips. This new hub […]