Stories by Alex Diaz

Elon Musk Interview: Qatar Economic Forum [VIDEO]

Elon Musk joined the Qatar Economic Forum virtually on May 20, 2025, in an intense and wide-ranging interview that touched on everything from Tesla’s leadership to political controversies. He was interviewed by Bloomberg’s Mishal Husain, with the reporter asking antagonizing and rapid-fire “gotcha” questions to Musk, with gaslighting as well. Speaking remotely from Giga Texas […]

Tesla Shop Adds Charcoal Suede Dash Upgrade for Model 3/Y

Tesla has released a new interior upgrade for Model 3 and Model Y owners — a Charcoal Suede Dashboard Décor Wing, now available for $250 USD. Designed to give the dashboard a more premium look and feel, the new trim features a deep matte gray finish made from 100% vegan suede. Tesla says the material […]

Starlink Mini Drops to $399 in Canada for a Limited Time

SpaceX’s Starlink Mini is back on sale in Canada for $399, down from its regular $599 price. The offer runs until May 28 and brings back the same launch promo price from December 2024. Starlink Mini is a portable version of the company’s satellite internet kit, small enough to fit in a backpack. It includes […]

Tesla Board Forms Special Committee to Review Elon Musk’s Pay: Report

Tesla’s board has reportedly created a special committee to explore a new pay deal for CEO Elon Musk, according to people familiar with the matter cited by the Financial Times. The move comes after a Delaware court struck down Musk’s record-breaking 2018 stock award, leaving uncertainty over his future at the company. The committee, which […]

Tesla Robotaxi, Starlink, Optimus Robots Coming to Saudi Arabia: Musk

Elon Musk has confirmed that Tesla will bring its Robotaxi service and Optimus humanoid robots to Saudi Arabia. The announcement came at the Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum, marking another step in Tesla’s global expansion. Musk travelled to the Kingdom with President Donald Trump. Musk also revealed that Starlink was approved to begin offering service for maritime […]

U.S. Regulators Demand Tesla Explain Robotaxi Safety Plans

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has sent a detailed information request to Tesla, demanding answers about the company’s upcoming robotaxi service and the safety of its self-driving technology. The letter, dated May 8, 2025, was addressed to Tesla’s Director of Field Quality and made public today. NHTSA says it is closely watching […]

Tesla FSD in Europe May 2025 Update: Still Waiting for Approval

When will Tesla launch its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system in Europe? Well, that depends on regulators of course. According to a response by Tesla CEO Elon Musk, he said on Monday morning, “Tesla is waiting for EU approval (sigh),” in response to a post talking about the “beta” label leaving Autopilot’s Autosteer feature in Europe. […]

Tesla’s ‘Robotaxi’ Trademark Rejected by USPTO

Tesla’s push to trademark the word “Robotaxi” for its future autonomous vehicles has hit a roadblock. According to a new filing reviewed by TechCrunch, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) rejected Tesla’s application, saying the term is too generic. The rejection, issued as a “nonfinal office action,” means Tesla has three months to respond […]

Tesla Offers Free 1-Year FSD Trial to Some Cybertruck Owners

Tesla has started emailing some Cybertruck owners with an offer for a free one-year trial of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software, now labeled “Full Self-Driving (Supervised).” According to emails shared online by Cybertruck owners, the trial allows the FSD (Supervised) system to handle most driving tasks, including lane changes, turns, and navigating complex roads, all […]

Tesla Highlights Storm Protection Features with Powerwall [VIDEO]

Tesla has released a new video on its YouTube channel called Outage Protection, showcasing how its Powerwall battery system helps homeowners stay prepared during extreme weather and power outages. The feature, known as Storm Watch, automatically charges the Powerwall to 100% when severe weather is forecasted in the user’s area. Tesla says it pulls data […]

Tesla Shows Off Model Y Driving Itself Off Production Line to Media

Tesla North America shared off one of its most advanced manufacturing features: new vehicles that drive themselves off the assembly line. We’ve seen a teaser below, but now we have a closer look from inside the factory. “We make the most American-made cars that drive themselves from the end of the production line to the […]

Starlink Launches $40 Router Mini to Boost Wi-Fi in Small Homes

SpaceX has launched a new low-cost accessory called the Starlink Router Mini, aimed at improving Wi-Fi coverage in smaller homes or areas with dead zones. Priced at $40 USD, the router is currently only available in the United States through the official Starlink Shop. Designed to extend or supplement your existing Starlink setup, the Router […]

Tesla Shares New Look Inside Semi Factory in Nevada [VIDEO]

Tesla shared an update today on the progress of its Semi factory at Gigafactory Nevada, giving a first look inside the new building. Dan Priestley, who leads Tesla’s Semi program, said construction has been underway for several months. “We’ve been spending the last several months constructing this building, mostly with the walls, all of the […]

U.S. Eases Rules to Help Tesla, Others Compete in Self-Driving Tech

The U.S. government is making it easier for automakers like Tesla to test self-driving cars, in a move aimed at keeping pace with China, according to the Associated Press. On Thursday, the Transportation Department said it will allow U.S. companies to apply for exemptions from some federal safety rules when testing self-driving vehicles. The department […]

Top 10 Takeaways from Elon Musk on Tesla’s Q1 2025 Earnings Call

Yesterday Tesla released its Q1 earnings and it wasn’t pretty, with revenue down 9% year-over-year and net income plunging 71%, to go with lower deliveries. Tesla’s Q1 2025 earnings call was less about financial details and more of a sweeping look at Elon Musk’s broader vision. From his role in U.S. government reform to Tesla’s […]