Stories by Alex Diaz

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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Tesla Unveils Custom USA 250th Celebration Cybercab Wrap at Giga Texas

Tesla has showcased a unique fleet of custom-wrapped vehicles at Gigafactory Texas to mark an upcoming historic milestone. Longtime factory observer Joe Tegtmeyer captured images of the special designs on Tuesday, revealing a festive lineup outside the Austin headquarters. The collection features a newly built Cybercab and a Cybertruck sporting patriotic, vintage-style themes ahead of […]

Tesla Teases Official Launch in Uruguay to Expand South American Footprint

Tesla teased its arrival in Uruguay yesterday, posting a short animated clip on its Latin America X account that lit up the country’s outline with the caption “Estamos llegando,” which translates to “we are arriving.” It’s a big shift for the market. Hundreds of Teslas are already driving around Uruguay, but they all got there […]
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Tesla Begins Public Road Tests of First Production Cybercab

Tesla has officially kicked off intensive validation trials for its highly anticipated autonomous robotaxi, announcing that “Engineering tests of the first production Cybercab have begun in Austin.” The milestone represents the latest stage in bringing the steering-wheel-free vehicle closer to active fleet service. Video shared by the company showed a finished, two-seat vehicle actively navigating […]

Tesla VP Teases “Cool News” Regarding Giga Texas Expansion on July 7

Tesla is preparing to share fresh updates regarding its manufacturing operations in Austin, Texas, next week. During an interview with content creators Jeff Lutz and Herbert Ong, Tesla Vice President of Vehicle Engineering Lars Moravy revealed that the company will announce significant developments on Tuesday, July 7. Moravy noted that the upcoming announcement will focus […]
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Tesla Cybercab Emergency Guide Reveals Hidden Cabin Secrets And Cut Loops

The official emergency response documentation for the Tesla Cybercab provides a comprehensive look at the autonomous vehicle’s specialized structural design, occupant restraint configurations, and high-voltage isolation safeguards. Structural Integrity and High-Strength Zones To protect passengers in the absence of traditional crumple zones managed by standard engine bays, the cabin is surrounded by a rigid safety […]