Stories by Alex Diaz

Tesla and EnergyHub Boost Northeast’s Top Virtual Power Plant

Tesla has joined forces with EnergyHub, a leading provider of energy management systems, to offer an easier way for electricity customers in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island to support their local power grids. Through the Tesla app, customers can now effortlessly sign up for the ConnectedSolutions program, EnergyHub’s major initiative that turns individual batteries into […]

Lucid Posts Q2 Losses, Holds Firm on 10,000 Vehicle Target

Lucid Group has announced its second quarter financial results for 2023, highlighting an increasing net loss alongside promising growth indicators. Despite the escalating losses, Lucid maintains its annual production guidance of more than 10,000 vehicles for 2023. The company announced a revenue of $150.9 million, attributed to the delivery of 1,404 vehicles. However, the company’s […]

Tesla Model Y HW4 Infotainment System: Lower Specs vs HW3

Prominent Tesla hacker, known as @greentheonly or ‘Green’ on X, has reported that the new Model Y Hardware 4 (HW4) infotainment system appears to be less capable than its predecessor, Hardware 3 (HW3). The revelation has sparked discussions about the potential impact on user experience and Tesla’s motivation for the change. Green divulged that the […]

Tesla CFO Zach Kirkhorn is Stepping Down [Update]

In an official statement released via Form 8-K, Tesla, declared that as of August 4, 2023, Vaibhav Taneja has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer, succeeding the outgoing CFO Zach Kirkhorn, which comes as a surprise shift in leadership. The change comes after Kirkhorn’s decision to step down following a 13-year tenure with […]

Tesla Cybertruck Spotted Charging at Giga Texas [4K VIDEO]

A Tesla Cybertruck was spotted charging at the company’s Giga Texas factory, as spotted in a video update on the construction progress at the site, shared by local drone pilot Joe Tegtmeyer on Friday. The Cybertruck, which was seen at the Superchargers at Giga Texas, had plastic still on the seats, suggesting its newly-built status. […]

Drag Race: Tesla Model X Plaid vs Porsche 911 Turbo S [VIDEO]

In a thrilling showdown, the Tesla Model X Plaid went head-to-head with the Porsche 911 Turbo S in a drag race, showcasing the prowess of electric power against traditional combustion engines. The event was hosted by the hilarious Matt Watson on the popular YouTube channel, carwow. The Porsche 911 Turbo S is a testament to […]

Lucid Motors Drops Air Pricing, Debuts Financing Promos

Lucid Motors has dropped pricing and financing options for its Lucid Air models. As part of the Pure Summer Event for August, the electric vehicle manufacturer has announced some price reductions across its range, ahead of its upcoming earnings release on Monday, August 7, 2023. The Lucid Air Pure AWD, originally priced at $87,000, has […]

Tesla Model Y Police Car by UPfit: What You Need to Know

Unplugged Performance, the electric vehicle (EV) upfitting pioneer, is making waves in the law enforcement industry by launching a new division, “UPfit,” with the unveiling of the inaugural Tesla Model Y Police vehicle. The company has the contract to upfit a fleet of Tesla vehicles for South Pasadena Police. This marks a significant step towards […]

PepsiCo Details its 21 Tesla Semi Trucks in New Video

PepsiCo has shared more about its fleet of 21 Tesla Semi electric trucks, in a new video shared this week. The beverage company details the Semi fleet that works at its Sacramento, California plant, that is powered completely by solar. Pepsi says three Semis from its fleet are dedicated to long haul routes, ranging from […]

Cadillac Celestiq EV Pricing Starts From Just $340,000 USD

General Motors Co. (GM) officially introduced the world to the Celestiq, a new high-end electric vehicle with a deep connection to women in the industry. The event marked a significant shift in an industry historically dominated by men, touted the company. With a whopping $340,000 USD starting price for the electric hatchback, it will serve […]

Tesla Launches…Cybertruck Cardboard Cat Litter Box

Tesla has launched the sale of a new Cybertruck Corrugated Cat House (a kitty litter box), a new product that promises to revolutionize the way cat owners think about their pets’ daily needs—but only in China. Designed with a futuristic shape, this semi-open cat litter space comes complete with thick corrugated paper embedded inside, offering […]

Tesla Model S/X Seatbelt and Camera Recall Extends to China

Tesla has announced the recall of a total of 271 imported Model S and Model X electric vehicles (EVs) in China. The recall is being conducted to address issues related to seat belt and camera installations that could potentially pose safety hazards, reports CnEVPost. You may recall back in July, Tesla issued a similar recall […]

Tesla China Preps Model 3 ‘Highland’ for September: Rumour

Tesla’s Giga Shanghai is gearing up its “Highland” Model 3 launch, according to a series of tweets shared by Tesla China Analyst (@teslashanghai) on August 3, 2023. The automaker has already reportedly started trial production of the Model 3 refresh, and mass deliveries are slated to begin in September. This timeline is notably ahead of […]

Researchers Hacked a Tesla to Unlock Paid In-Car Upgrades

A team of researchers has unveiled a method to hack into the hardware that drives Tesla’s infotainment system, enabling them to access features that would typically require payment, such as heated rear seats. This discovery effectively allows them to “jailbreak” the vehicle, potentially even enabling self-driving and navigation functions in regions where they are usually […]

Tesla Supercharging in Canada Now Billed in kWh

Tesla has made major changes to its Supercharging in Canada, as billing now takes place in kWh instead of billing by the minute. Numerous Tesla owners spotted the change that took place on Thursday morning on X and Reddit. Tesla North can confirm the change has taken place as the Tesla app is showing charging […]