Rivian CEO and founder RJ Scaringe addressed the current state of the electric vehicle (EV) market and competition with Tesla in a recent interview with Nilay Patel, editor-in-chief of The Verge. Scaringe emphasized the lack of choice in the sub-$50,000 EV market as a primary reason for the perceived slowdown in EV sales. “What I […]
When will Tesla release the Cybertruck in Canada? The company said on X on Saturday it is “still aiming” for 2024. This news comes after Transport Canada issued an exemption order under Section 9 of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act, allowing Tesla to deploy its Cybertruck model with a steer-by-wire system that does not conform […]
Tesla has raised the prices of its Model S and Model X vehicles in North America, a change made late Thursday (via @Tslachan). Model S/X Price Increases in the US: Model S: Increased by $2,000 to $89,990 USD Model X: Increased by $2,000 to $94,990 USD The last time we saw the Model S/X get […]
Ford announced on Thursday it plans to assemble F-Series Super Duty pickups at its Oakville Assembly Complex in Ontario, Canada, starting in 2026. This move will boost production of one of Ford’s most popular vehicles by up to 100,000 units, adding to existing production at plants in Kentucky and Ohio. Ford did not clarify where […]
When will Tesla’s Cybertruck get Full Self-Driving? Back in May, Tesla CEO Elon Musk said it was coming with version 12.5, which was coming in “late June”. Well, that timeline has passed and we are into mid-July. On Thursday, Musk clarified and reaffirmed that FSD is still coming to the Cybertruck with version 12.5. “Yes, […]
Tesla’s Cybertruck surpassed the Ford F-150 Lightning as the leading electric pickup in May, according to the latest U.S. registration data. The Cybertruck’s sales performance placed it fifth among all battery-electric vehicles for the month, as reported by S&P Global Mobility. The F-150 Lightning ranked tenth among electric vehicles, reports Automotive News. Since Tesla does […]
Tesla owner Chuck Cook, known for his extensive testing of Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology, has reported recent activity of Tesla vehicles validating a particularly challenging unprotected left turn in his Jacksonville, Florida, neighborhood. On July 15, Cook shared an update on social media stating, “I am back from my trip I have an update […]
Tesla has introduced an ‘Energy Boost’ upgrade for recent Model Y RWD owners in the United States, aimed at increasing the vehicle’s range. This new feature is available in two options: a $1,000 upgrade that adds up to 30 miles of range, and a $1,600 upgrade that provides up to 50 miles of additional range. […]
Tesla has launched the Quicksilver paint option for the Model Y in Canada. Priced at $2,600 CAD, Quicksilver for the Model Y comes from vehicles produced at Giga Shanghai. Tesla added Quicksilver to the Model Y for the U.S. back in May. Quicksilver is the same price as Ultra Red in Canada. Back in April, […]
The average price for a new electric vehicle (EV) in June reached $56,371, reflecting a 0.9% increase from May, according to Cox Automotive data (via @Tslachan). Despite this rise, June’s EV prices were 2.5% lower compared to the same month in 2023. Since the spring, new EV prices have trended upwards, following a low of […]
Starlink has launched its new Mini Roam service in the United States, offering portable, high-speed internet for travelers, RVers, and remote workers. Starting at $50 per month, Mini Roam provides 50GB of mobile data, making it ideal for weekend travelers, backup internet, and in-motion use. Key Features of Starlink Mini Roam: Compact and Portable: Starlink […]
Electrify America has initiated a pilot program to alleviate congestion at select charging stations by enforcing a max charging limit. This initiative aims to reduce wait times and increase throughput across its network, ensuring a better charging experience for all users it says. Under this program, charging sessions at designated locations will automatically end once […]
Clay Lacy Aviation has advanced its maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities by completing its first five SpaceX Starlink internet installations. The installations, carried out by expert technicians at Clay Lacy’s Waterbury-Oxford Airport (KOXC) and Van Nuys Airport (KVNY) FAA Part 145 Repair Stations, were performed on three Gulfstream G550s, a G650ER, and a Bombardier […]
Tesla’s Model Y emerged as the best-selling new energy vehicle (NEV) in China for the first half of 2024, surpassing fierce competition. The Model Y recorded 207,817 units sold, up from 203,900 in the same period last year, noted @Tslachan, citing official Chinese NEV data. This is impressive considering Tesla is facing off against cheaper […]
Tesla has celebrated the installation of its 2000th Supercharger stall in Norway, located at the picturesque Vøringsfossen, Norway’s most famous waterfall. This achievement underscores Tesla’s ongoing commitment to expanding its infrastructure in a country where it continues to dominate the electric vehicle market. The Tesla Charging account on X shared a couple of photos of […]
