Stories by Alex Diaz

In a recent comparison of Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) version 12.5 on Hardware 3 (HW3) and Hardware 4 (HW4), Tesla owners Zack (@BLKMDL3) and James Locke (@arctechinc) tested the systems’ performance on unprotected left turns (UPLs) and speed bumps, revealing varied results. Tesla recently started rolling out FSD 12.5 to HW3 vehicles, after a month […]

Tesla started rolling out its 2024.32 software update this week, and new features are coming that will make your vehicle better than before. Notable new features include the ability to see construction zones on your route, but this feature requires a Premium Connectivity subscription. Predictive text is also now available for nav searches, making it […]

Tesla UK has introduced a new promotional price for the Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD), available at £299 per month for a limited time. This offer is valid for 36 monthly payments with a downpayment of £4,499. The deal includes 10,000 miles per annum, with an excess mileage charge of £0.20 per mile. The total […]

Tesla’s Wall Connector has debuted on Amazon Canada, as the official charger is being promoted on the retailer’s main featured carousel. Two Tesla Wall Connectors are available, offering shipping at Prime speeds: Wall Connector with 24’ Cable: $625 CAD Universal Wall Connector (NACS + J1772) with 24’ Cable: $800 CAD The Universal Wall Connector also […]

Ford announced a delay in the production of its next-generation all-electric pickup truck at a new Tennessee plant and canceled plans for a three-row electric SUV. The company will instead focus on hybrid models and electric commercial vehicles, including a new electric van in 2026 and two electric pickups in 2027. One pickup will be […]

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump stated on Monday that, if elected, he would consider ending the $7,500 tax credit for electric vehicle (EV) purchases and expressed openness to appointing Tesla CEO Elon Musk to a cabinet or advisory role. “Tax credits and tax incentives are not generally a very good thing,” Trump said in an […]

Rimac has introduced the Nevera R, a more focused and powerful version of its record-breaking all-electric hypercar. The Nevera R, equipped with next-generation Rimac All-Wheel Torque Vectoring and advanced braking systems, delivers 2,107 horsepower and is designed for both straight-line speed and cornering precision. The car reaches 300 km/h (186 mph) in just 8.66 seconds, […]

A proposal from SpaceX to enhance its cellular Starlink system is facing opposition from AT&T and Verizon, who argue the plan could interfere with their networks (via PCMag). AT&T’s technical analysis claims that SpaceX’s proposal could reduce network downlink throughput by an average of 18%. This week, both AT&T and Verizon submitted letters to the […]

Tesla’s Cybertruck will be available for public test drives for the first time at the Electrify Expo in the San Francisco Bay Area on August 24-25. This marks the exclusive opportunity for attendees to experience Tesla’s much-anticipated electric pickup truck. The event, held at Alameda Point, will offer a chance for EV enthusiasts, potential buyers, […]

Tesla continues to gain popularity in China, as the company’s vehicles were the best-selling luxury cars of any brand in the nation from August 5-8 (via @Tslachan). Elon Musk’s Tesla topped other brands such as Mercedes (2nd), Li Auto (3rd), and Audi (4th) and BMW (5th). But that’s not the only feat of Tesla in […]

Tesla has introduced a new Quicksilver color option for the Model 3 in North America, priced at $2,000 USD. This latest addition joins the lineup of available colors, including Stealth Grey (included), Pearl White Multi-Coat and Deep Blue Metallic for $1,000, Solid Black for $1,500, and Ultra Red at $2,000. In Canada, the Quicksilver color […]

SpaceX has announced a new promotional offer for its Starlink satellite internet service, reducing the cost of hardware to $99 in select areas in Canada and $299 in the USA. The regular price for the hardware is $499, so there are savings of $400 CAD and $200 USD, respectively. This limited-time offer is for the […]

Tesla’s recently announced partnership with Costco in Taiwan has been abruptly canceled by CEO Elon Musk. The promotion, which was set to run for two weeks, offered Tesla vehicles for sale at Costco stores with special incentives for the first 50 buyers, including 5,000 km (3,100 miles) of free Supercharger credits and a Type 2 […]

Tesla has introduced a new promotional offer for the Model 3, featuring a 1.99% APR financing rate in the US, that looks to help drive up sales in Q3. The front page of Tesla’s website advertises the Model 3 starting at $34,990, though fine print clarifies that the actual price before estimated savings is $44,130. […]

Tesla has started rolling out its 2024.26.3.1 software update, which includes its Summer release update, bringing new features to its entire fleet, including Cybertruck, Model 3/Y and Model S/X. Here are the 2024.26.3.1 release notes, with the major additions being YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Parental Controls and more. Let us know if you’ve received the […]