On December 28, 2023, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) responded to a collision involving a Tesla Cybertruck and a Toyota Corolla on SR-35 (Skyline Boulevard), south of Page Mill Road. The incident, which occurred at approximately 2:05 pm, marks the first reported accident involving Tesla’s Cybertruck. According to the CHP’s preliminary investigation, the Toyota Corolla, […]
General Motors has initiated legal action against the city of San Francisco, contesting a $108 million tax levy imposed over a span of seven years. The automotive giant claims the city unjustly linked the tax to a portion of its global revenue due to the presence of its Cruise self-driving unit, despite GM’s minimal operational […]
SpaceX has introduced a Starlink referral program exclusively for customers in Australia and New Zealand. This program allows both new and existing users to earn service credits, applicable to Residential and Roam subscriptions. For new users, utilizing a referral link is straightforward. Upon visiting the Starlink website through a referral link, a banner confirms the […]
Jenna Ezarik, a well-known YouTube personality (sister of “iJustine”), recently shared her experience with Tesla’s Cybertruck, comparing it favorably to her Rivian R1S. In her detailed review, Ezarik explored the various features and capabilities of the Cybertruck, highlighting its unique aspects. The Cybertruck Foundation Series tested is one of the first thousand units produced, featuring […]
Tesla’s latest 2023 holiday software update allows custom lock sounds. If you want to learn how to add a Tesla custom lock sound it’s really easy to do. A custom lock sound replaces the default horn sound when your Tesla locks its doors. You can pick from a list of sounds from Tesla (such as […]
Tesla has started rolling out Full Self-Driving v12.1 to employees on Friday, as noted by Tesla Info (@TeslaInfoCom). This is part of software update 2023.44.30.10, with release notes showing as “FSD Beta v12.1” in the car. “FSD Beta v12 upgrades the city-streets driving stack to a single end-to-end neural network trained on millions of video […]
Tesla has officially inaugurated its new mega factory project in Shanghai, capable of producing 10,000 Megapacks annually, the company announced on Friday. The project’s initiation was marked by a land acquisition signing ceremony on Friday morning in Shanghai, heralding what Tesla describes as a “milestone project.” The Megapack, a powerful battery designed for energy storage […]
Tesla’s Cybertruck has started delivering for select customers and now we’re seeing the new front bumper camera’s washer feature in action. With the location in the lower front bumper, it’s clear the front camera will get dirt, debris and bugs on it. This front camera is crucial for Autopilot, Full Self-Driving and also Tesla’s safety […]
Origence, a leading technology provider in the U.S. credit union lending sector, has teamed up with Tesla to introduce credit union financing options for Tesla buyers. This collaboration aims to make EVs more accessible and affordable by offering competitive financing rates through credit unions. The partnership enables Tesla customers to access credit union financing directly […]
Tesla has embarked on an innovative project, integrating solar roofs into new home constructions, specifically highlighting its partnership with Beazer Homes in the eastern U.S. The company details the installation of photovoltaic systems designed to blend aesthetics with functionality. Each system, averaging about 14 kW per home, has been installed across 10 homes, totaling approximately […]
SpaceX has updated its offerings, allowing US customers to purchase the third-generation Starlink dish directly from Starlink.com without needing an invitation. The new “standard” Starlink dish is priced at $599, matching the cost of the second-generation “standard actuated” dish, reports PCMag. However, to acquire the new dish, consumers are required to subscribe to the “Roam” […]
Tesla has announced a significant pay increase for hourly workers at its battery factory in Sparks, Nevada. Starting in early January, some set-rate hourly employees will see their wages rise by approximately 10%, as reported by CNBC on Monday. According to internal materials cited in the report, Tesla will increase the hourly wage from $20 […]
Italian design icon Giorgetto Giugiaro has applauded Tesla’s Cybertruck, likening it to the work of Pablo Picasso in the realm of automobiles. In an interview with the Italian daily La Repubblica, Giugiaro praised Tesla CEO Elon Musk for breaking conventional norms in pickup design, much like Picasso did in the art world, reports Automotive News […]
Tesla is set to introduce a mod package for its Cybertruck, enabling it to function as a boat over short distances. CEO Elon announced this feature, stating that the Cybertruck will be capable of traversing at least 100 meters of water. The key to this capability lies in upgrading the cabin door seals, a seemingly […]
Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts recently announced their transition to electric vehicles (EVs) by purchasing 22 Tesla Model 3s, a move spearheaded by Fleet Manager Dave Bolderoff. The decision, driven by cost-effectiveness and efficiency, marks a significant shift in the district’s approach to fleet management. Bolderoff highlighted the financial advantage of this acquisition, noting that […]
