Tesla has launched a new accessory for the Model 3 and Model Y, offering high-definition projection lights that display the Tesla wordmark on the ground when the vehicle’s doors are opened. The Model Y Projection Lights are priced at $65 USD ($90 in Canada) and include two lights, one for the driver’s side door and […]
Electric vehicles (EVs) now outnumber petrol-powered cars in Norway, marking a significant milestone in the country’s transition to greener transportation. According to the Norwegian Road Federation (OFV), 754,303 all-electric cars are registered in the country, slightly surpassing the 753,905 petrol cars. Now this is pretty big news and it remains to be seen which nation […]
Neuralink announced it has received Breakthrough Device Designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Blindsight device, which aims to restore vision for individuals who have lost their sight. The company is encouraging people to apply to its Patient Registry and explore career opportunities on its website. Neuralink CEO Elon Musk stated […]
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed $633,009 in civil penalties against SpaceX for allegedly failing to comply with license requirements during two launches in 2023. The penalties are based on violations related to the company’s launch operations at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station and Kennedy Space Center. “Safety drives everything we do at the […]
Tesla has resumed its release of Full Self-Driving (FSD) version 12.5.2.1 to more vehicles, including those on Hardware 3 (HW3) and Hardware 4 (HW4 or AI4 it’s now known). This FSD update came with software update version 2024.27.10, rolling out now to the fleet, points out @Teslascope, which noted FSD 12.5.2.1 is going out to […]
A Tesla Robotaxi prototype has been spotted on the streets of Los Angeles near Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, where Tesla is scheduled to hold a Robotaxi presentation on October 10. The vehicle, which appears to be a smaller, fully camouflaged car in yellow, was seen followed by a Tesla Model Y. The sighting was […]
T-Mobile has conducted the first-ever test of a wireless emergency alert (WEA) sent via satellite in the U.S., marking a major milestone in emergency communication. The test, conducted on September 5, 2024, used SpaceX’s Starlink satellite-to-smartphone technology to send an alert to over 500,000 square miles of land currently unreachable by traditional cell towers. The […]
James May, known for his roles on “Top Gear” and “The Grand Tour,” recently shared his thoughts on driving the Tesla Cybertruck. May expressed a positive view of Tesla’s Cybertruck, calling its design “very ballsy” and applauding its innovative approach. May also suggested to Tesla CEO Elon Musk that the company consider making a smaller […]
Tesla is giving shareholders a chance to attend its highly anticipated Robotaxi event on October 10 in Los Angeles, California. Looks like it will be officially taking place in LA, as previously rumoured. Travis Axelrod, Tesla’s Head of Investor Relations, announced that shareholders can enter a random drawing by signing up for the company’s stockholder […]
Tesla has announced plans to more than double the annual openings of its Destination Charging network, inviting electricians and installers to join as certified partners. Tesla Charging on X encouraged professionals to apply, highlighting the role of Tesla Certified Installers in supporting the company’s global growth and the transition to sustainable energy. Certified installers work […]
Tesla China recorded 16,200 insurance registrations for the week of September 2-8, according to local data shared by @Tslachan. This marks a significant improvement from the previous week’s 14,400 units, contributing to a strong third quarter performance. Analyst Roland Pircher noted that Tesla China’s latest figures represent a 25.2% increase quarter-over-quarter, a 15.5% rise year-over-year, […]
Tesla has started rolling out its 2024.32.3 software update and it includes new features for its newest vehicles, such as Hands-Free Frunk. Hands-Free Frunk says you can “Open your frunk even when your hands are full. Stand still in front of your frunk with Phone Key unobstructed, listen for the chimes, and the frunk opens […]
SpaceX has evacuated employees from Brazil and warned against traveling to the country, as Elon Musk’s ongoing legal battle with Brazil’s highest court extends to his other businesses. According to sources familiar with the matter, SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell sent an email late last week advising employees not to travel to Brazil for work or […]
Tesla has announced that its Cybertruck is now eligible for a $10,000 rebate under British Columbia’s CleanBC program, available to businesses and organizations. The incentive applies to commercial pickup trucks with a bed length of at least 72 inches and requires a minimum 36-month lease to qualify in the western Canadian province. Tesla shared the […]
Tesla is planning to launch a six-seat version of its Model Y in China starting late 2025, claims anonymous sources speaking with Reuters. A previous rumour claimed a 7 seat version was coming as well. Which is it? Suppliers have been asked to prepare accordingly for a double-digit increase of Model Y output at its […]
