Stories by Alex Diaz

Tesla Explores Austin for Robotaxi Rollout, Says Report

Tesla is in early talks with Austin officials about testing and deploying its autonomous vehicle technology, potentially launching driverless Robotaxi fleets in Texas next year, according to emails obtained by Bloomberg. Since May, Tesla has been working with Austin’s autonomous vehicle task force to establish safety protocols and train first responders on interacting with its […]

Tesla Model Y Refresh to Start Production in January: Report

Tesla’s Giga Shanghai factory is set to start mass production of a refreshed version of the Model Y next month, according to a report from Chinese media outlet LatePost (via CnEVPost). The updated Model Y will feature changes to its interior, exterior, battery capacity, motor performance, and self-driving technology, similar to the upgrades Tesla introduced […]

T-Mobile Starlink Direct to Cell Beta: What You Need to Know

T-Mobile has partnered with SpaceX’s Starlink to introduce Direct to Cell, a revolutionary satellite-to-cell service designed to eliminate dead zones. The beta program is now open for registration, offering a select number of participants the chance to experience satellite-powered messaging ahead of the official launch. Here’s everything you need to know about this game-changing service […]

Tesla Debuts Cybertruck Wind-Up Toy, Sells Out Instantly

Tesla’s latest product isn’t a high-tech vehicle, but a playful, scaled-down version of its Cybertruck. Priced at $35 USD, the Cybertruck Wind-up Racer sold out almost immediately after launch. The 1:43-scale diecast model is inspired by vintage wind-up cars. It features a durable, turn-key wind-up mechanism that propels the toy forward when released, combining nostalgia […]

Tesla FSD 13.2.1 Rolling Out for AI4, 12.6 for AI3 This Month

Ashok Elluswamy, Tesla’s head of Autopilot and AI, announced today that Full Self-Driving v13.2.1 is rolling out wide to Hardware 4 (HW4), or AI4 customers, with software update 2024.39.15. Elluswamy also noted that the Tesla Holiday Update is also coming “within a week” for AI4 customers. @teslascope FSD v13.2.1 inbound on AI4 Model 3! pic.twitter.com/3umWdIZGlN […]

Tesla 0% APR for New Model 3/Y in Canada, USA Ends Today

Tesla’s limited-time promotion for buyers in the United States, featuring 0% APR financing on new Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, ends today December 15, 2024. Customers must take delivery by December 31, 2024, to qualify. In Canada, with the purchase of the Full Self-Driving (Supervised) option, you can get 0% APR too, as long […]

Tesla Stock Hits Record High Amid Investor Optimism

Tesla’s stock soared to new heights on Friday, closing at $436.23, its highest-ever closing price. This marks a 9.35% increase for the week, capping off a strong streak for both the company and its CEO, Elon Musk. Tesla shares hit an all-time high of $436.30 at one point. For the month, shares are up 36%. […]

SpaceX Sets Its Sights on Turning Starbase Into a City and HQ

SpaceX has asked Judge Treviño for an election to decide if Starbase, Texas, can officially become its own city. Starbase is where SpaceX builds and develops Starship, the rocket designed to revolutionize space travel. The company says it’s already investing billions of dollars in the area, creating jobs, boosting the local economy, and helping make […]

BMW Praises Tesla’s Full Self-Driving V13, Then Deletes Post

BMW briefly praised Tesla’s latest Full Self-Driving (FSD) software, calling version 13 “impressive” in a post on X yesterday. However, the post was quickly deleted, sparking conversations about the competition between Tesla and other automakers in the race for autonomous driving technology. Too bad, that was one of their best posts! — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) […]

2024.44.25.2 Release Notes: Tesla Holiday Update 2024

Tesla continues to roll out its 2024 Holiday Update, which comes jam-packed with new features for its vehicles. Part of this rollout includes software update 2024.44.25.2, which we have received on HW3 vehicles. Highlights include the highly anticipated Apple Watch app, which also acts as a phone key, plus gives controls. Check out the full […]

BC Ferries Teams Up with Starlink–What Does It Mean for You?

BC Ferries in British Columbia, Canada, is partnering with SpaceX’s Starlink, to provide Wi-Fi for ferry crews while at sea. However, it’s unclear if this will lead to the return of onboard internet for passengers, which was discontinued in 2021 due to poor performance. At a Greater Vancouver Board of Trade event, CEO Nicolas Jimenez […]

First BC Hydro EV Charger with Tesla Connectors Opens

Traveling through the Okanagan in British Columbia, Canada, just got easier for electric vehicle (EV) drivers. BC Hydro has opened its largest charging station yet in Lake Country, located along Pelmewash Highway. The site features 22 charging ports, offering drivers a faster and more convenient way to power up during their trips. This new hub […]

Tesla Winter Driving Tips: How to Optimize Performance in Cold Weather

Tesla has outlined key tips for optimizing its electric vehicles during winter, emphasizing features designed to improve driving in cold conditions. The company sent an email this morning that says, “Take on the Rain, Sleet and Snow.” All Tesla models come equipped with systems like dynamic traction control, equal weight distribution, and advanced thermal performance […]

Trump Nominates Jared Isaacman to Lead NASA

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Jared Isaacman, a billionaire entrepreneur and private astronaut, to serve as the next Administrator of NASA. Isaacman, founder and CEO of payment processing company Shift4 Payments, has actively participated in private space missions, including commanding SpaceX’s Inspiration4 in 2021 and the Polaris Dawn mission this year, which was the first […]

Oceania Cruises: Starlink Now Installed on Entire Fleet

Oceania Cruises has finished installing SpaceX’s Starlink satellite WiFi on all its ships, offering guests fast, unlimited internet access as part of their cruise fare. This upgrade uses low-earth orbit satellites to provide better internet speed, capacity, and reliability while at sea. Each stateroom on Oceania ships comes with two free WiFi logins, allowing guests […]