Stories by Alex Diaz
SpaceX Quietly Launches Starlink V5: Here is Your First Look
SpaceX has quietly unveiled its latest satellite internet hardware, introducing the next-generation Starlink V5 kit. According to an official announcement shared by Starlink, the new V5 model features a significantly smaller and lighter design than the previous V4 dish. Alongside the physical diet, the new hardware operates with much better power efficiency, meaning it will […]
Lucid Responds to Bankruptcy and Takeover Rumours After Stock Plunges 41%
Lucid Motors has flatly denied reports that the electric vehicle maker is considering filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy or going private. The company’s head of communications, Nick Twork, pushed back directly against the claims on Tuesday, calling the speculation entirely unfounded. Despite the strong denial, the reports triggered panic on Wall Street, causing Lucid’s stock […]
Frontier Airlines to Bring SpaceX Starlink Wi-Fi to the Skies
Frontier Airlines has announced a partnership with SpaceX to equip its fleet with Starlink satellite internet, aiming to offer high-speed, low-latency Wi-Fi onboard its aircraft. The Denver-based ultra-low-cost carrier plans to launch its first Starlink-equipped flight in early 2027. Frontier will become the first airline in the United States to offer passenger access to Starlink […]
SpaceX Drops New ‘Critical Path’ Starship Documentary Episode
SpaceX has released a new documentary episode highlighting the intense preparation behind its massive rocket program, expanding on a video series that documents the evolution of the Starship program. The new 31-minute film, titled “Critical Path”, offers a look behind the scenes at the final days leading up to the launch of the first Starship […]
Tesla Is Quietly Upgrading Its China Cars. The Model Y Performance Is Coming Back.
New filings with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) show Tesla is lining up more powerful versions of the China-made Model 3 and Model Y, and the Model Y Performance looks set to make a comeback. The paperwork, all under catalogue entry 194, covers several dual-motor variants of both cars. The big change […]
Starlink Delivers Massive 20 Gbps Internet Speeds to Far North Alaska
SpaceX’s satellite internet service is bringing blazing fast connection speeds to one of the most isolated places in North America. Starlink announced it is now reaching top symmetric speeds of 10 Gbps for both downloads and uploads in Utqiagvik, Alaska. Utqiagvik sits more than 500 kilometres above the Arctic Circle and is known as the […]
Tesla Model Y Tops the Dutch Market as June Car Sales Jump 13.4%
The Netherlands car market is finding its footing again after a slow first half, and the Tesla Model Y ended up on top of the whole thing. Tesla highlighted the new data earlier today on X. New figures from Dutch industry groups BOVAG and RAI Vereniging show 39,015 new passenger vehicles hit the road in […]
A First Look Inside the Production Tesla Cybercab: Here’s How It Feels
Tesla’s upcoming Cybercab is already generating excitement, with early access revealing a closer look at the vehicle’s design and unique features. Art Guajardo (@artsimage) recently had the opportunity to sit inside a production model to test its functionality, particularly the highly anticipated butterfly doors. Check out these gorgeous images he posted on X. According to […]
Tesla FSD Will Soon Let Drivers Use Voice Commands to Pick Driveways
Tesla is developing a new feature that will let drivers use natural language voice commands to control Full Self-Driving software. The upcoming update promises to make navigating complex residential areas and arriving at specific destinations much smoother. We tracked down the recent developer interactions to see how this update will change the daily commute for […]
Tesla 2025 Impact Report Highlights Path to ‘Amazing Abundance’
Tesla has released its 2025 Impact Report, framing its latest milestones around a core mission to build a world of amazing abundance. The comprehensive update covers the company’s complete ecosystem of products, which spans energy generation, storage, transportation, and manufacturing. According to data shared by Tesla, artificial intelligence is playing a central role in enhancing […]
Tesla Launches ‘Cell Giga Challenge’ to Scale 4680 Production at Giga Berlin
Tesla is opening the doors of its Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg to outside innovators. André Thierig, Tesla’s head of Giga Berlin, announced the launch of the “Cell Giga Challenge,” a new initiative inviting startups to test their technologies in a live manufacturing environment. The electric vehicle maker is preparing to ramp up to 18GWh of battery cell […]
Tesla Launches New Model Y Fridge, Cooler, and Canopy for Your Next Trip
Tesla has expanded its official shop accessory lineup with a new collection of outdoor and camping gear engineered specifically for the Model Y. The new offerings include a powered sub-trunk refrigerator, an insulated front-trunk cooler, and a trunk-mounted canopy for campsite shelter. The flagship accessory is the Model Y Dual Zone Fridge, priced at $595 […]
Black Box Exposes Tesla Driver Who Overrode FSD In Fatal Texas Crash
A Richmond man faces felony manslaughter charges after investigators say he overrode his Tesla’s automated system and accelerated to high speeds before crashing into a Texas home, killing a woman inside. Michael David Butler, 44, was driving a 2025 Tesla Model 3 on June 19 when the vehicle slammed through the brick exterior of a […]
Tesla Launches Model Y Long Wheelbase in US and Puerto Rico: Here’s Pricing
Tesla has officially launched its highly anticipated Model Y Long Wheelbase in the United States and Puerto Rico, bringing a spacious new three-row option to its top-selling electric SUV. This expansion comes after the Model Y L first launched in Asia Pacific regions. The new variant introduces a six-seat configuration featuring second-row captain’s chairs with […]
Tesla Teases Stretched Model YL Variant With Cryptic Dachshund Post
Tesla has ignited widespread speculation regarding a potential new vehicle variant following a series of cryptic social media updates marking the company’s 23rd anniversary. The chatter began when Tesla published an anniversary render illustrating its current and future product ecosystem. Sharp-eyed enthusiasts quickly noticed what appeared to be an elongated, stretched version of the Model […]