Stories by Alex Diaz

Kia Unveils EV5 Compact Electric SUV

In a bid to redefine sustainable mobility within the compact SUV sector, Kia introduced its all-electric compact SUV, the Kia EV5, at the Chengdu Motor Show in China. Targeted predominantly at millennial families, this vehicle combines the best of Kia’s design, technology, and sustainability. The EV5 is a testament to Kia’s unwavering commitment to spearheading […]

Tesla and Rivian Back Right-to-Repair Deal with Telematics

In a significant move supporting automotive repair rights, both Tesla and Rivian have endorsed an agreement that advocates for the inclusion of crucial telematics data. This commitment, backed by leading automakers and independent repair shops, signifies a substantial step towards transparency and consumer rights in the automotive industry. Both electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers expressed their […]

NHTSA Says Tesla Autopilot Probe Nears Completion

After a two-year examination, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is set to conclude its in-depth investigation into Tesla’s Autopilot system, with indications of an impending public announcement. In an exclusive interview with Reuters, acting NHTSA Administrator Ann Carlson stated, “We’ll get to a resolution (of the Tesla probe).” While Carlson did not divulge […]

Starlink Hardware Now Available at Costco Japan

Costco in Japan began offering Starlink satellite communication equipment for sale on August 24th. This marks the first time that the product is available for purchase in a domestic retail setting. The equipment has been launched at a newly opened store in Kadoma City, Osaka Prefecture, with plans to roll out to 32 additional stores […]

Tesla’s Giga Mexico Securing Federal Permits, Says Official

Tesla’s plans for a Gigafactory in Nuevo León are moving forward. While there hasn’t been an official announcement regarding a groundbreaking date, Iván Rivas, the Secretary of Economy, shed some light on the matter during his recent appearance at the Tecnos Nuevo León 4.0 Awards, reports Milenio (via @Tslachan). “They (Tesla) are working on federal […]

Tesla Cybertruck Final Details Coming ‘When We are Ready’: Musk

Tesla CEO Elon Musk today shared an image of what said was a ‘production candidate’ version of the highly anticipated Cybertruck. While Cybertruck hype is now reaching another high, due to the fact numerous prototypes continue to be spotted on the road and on transports leaving Giga Texas, we still don’t know pricing, features and […]

Tesla Update 2023.26.10 Release Notes: FSD Beta Included

Tesla has started rolling out its 2023.26.10 software update and it includes Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta 11.4.4 within it. Normally, Tesla would roll out separate software updates for FSD beta testers, who would normally wait longer to get the latest features. Now, both are coming together faster for FSD beta testers. According to the 2023.26.10 […]

Polestar Hits 150,000 Production Milestone

Polestar has announced the start of deliveries for its upgraded Polestar 2, the Volvo subsidiary’s flagship volume car that started production in 2020. Since then, over 150,000 units of the Polestar vehicles have been produced in three years. With more than 20,000 Polestar 2 vehicles on UK roads, the brand has surged to be the […]

Tesla Model 3 Refresh Said to Deliver in September: Report

Model 3 Concept; Shared by @Teslaconomics Tesla’s new Model 3, awaited with bated breath by enthusiasts, is all set for a grand release, claims another report. According to trusted insiders who spoke to 36 Krypton, Tesla’s new Model 3 will be delivered at the end of September. To bolster production, the first phase of the […]

Ford’s Mustang Mach-E Recall Being Probed by NHTSA

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an investigation into Ford Motor’s recall of its 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E electric vehicles. The agency is determining whether the recall of nearly 49,000 vehicles, issued in June 2022, adequately addressed safety concerns, reports Reuters. Ford initiated the recall after identifying an issue where the vehicle’s […]

Tesla Stock Jumps 7% After Positive Remarks by Baird Analyst

Tesla witnessed a 7% surge in its stock on Monday, marking a halt to the six consecutive days of losses it had been experiencing. This is the company’s most significant one-day percentage increase since its 7.8% ascent on March 21. Despite this leap, Tesla shares have fallen by 15% this August and primarily displayed a […]

Tesla Approved for New Service Center in Denton County, Texas

In a recent unanimous decision, the Flower Mound Town Council greenlit Tesla’s site plan for a dealership and service center, marking the automaker’s inaugural venture into Denton County, reports the Tyler Morning Telegraph. Located at 1805 Justin Road, the future Tesla site encompasses an undeveloped 5.33-acre property, with the proposed establishment spanning 51,391 square feet. […]

How to Fix Tesla Navigation Voice Muffled, Not Clear in 2023.26.8

Last week we told you about how some Tesla customers after installing the latest 2023.26.7 and 2023.26.8 software updates immediately noticed their navigation voice audio started sounding muffled and not clear. While the bug was seemingly pointed at Tesla’s software, we now have confirmation of the fix for this issue. According to a Tesla North […]

Tesla’s Giga Shanghai Factory: Behind-the-Scenes Look [VIDEO]

In an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Tesla’s Giga Shanghai Factory, a rare glimpse at the production process of the Tesla Model Y was shown to South Korean YouTube channel, MOCAR (via @Tslachan). The nearly 18-minute video showcases the production process of a Model Y. It is definitely a sight to behold. Here are some of […]

Tesla Proposes Another Service and Sales Center in Miami-Dade

Tesla has put forward plans to establish an additional service and sales center in Doral, marking its third such location within Miami-Dade County. The proposal is set to be reviewed during a zoning meeting scheduled for August 23 by the City Council. The proposed location for the service and sales center is a warehouse situated […]