Stories by Alex Diaz

With Tesla’s latest 2024.2.3 software update that’s rolling out, it includes new enhancements, especially for the Cybertruck. The update brings improved ride and handling to the Cybertruck, which Tesla noting benefits of more consistent response on various road surfaces. Meanwhile there’s increased comfort on rough winding pavement in Sport Mode, and in Focused mode under […]

Tesla’s Giga Berlin factory recently marked a significant achievement by producing 6,000 vehicles in a week for the first time, shortly before facing a temporary shutdown due to a shortage of components. The halt in late January was attributed to disruptions caused by Houthi militant attacks on shipping routes in the Red Sea. Despite this […]

Minnesota has rolled out a new rebate program that, when combined with federal tax incentives, could offer consumers up to $10,000 off the purchase or lease of new or used electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. The state rebate, introduced this week, provides up to $2,500 for new electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle purchases or leases, […]

Tesla has made more price cuts in Canada, this time lowering the price of the Model Y Performance. The fastest Model Y is now available at $69,990 CAD, down $4,300 CAD (was $74,290). This new price means the Performance now qualifies for the federal iZEV rebate of $5,000, as the price is $10 below the […]

The Department of Safety and Security (DoSS) at Dartmouth College is set to modernize its vehicle fleet by incorporating electric vehicles (EVs), starting with the introduction of four Tesla Model Y units in the coming weeks and months. This transition, which will see over half of the current fleet replaced, marks a significant step towards […]

Cathie Wood, the Founder, CEO, and CIO of ARK Invest, voiced strong opposition on Sunday evening to a Delaware court’s decision that mandates Tesla to annul the March 2018 vote concerning Elon Musk’s performance-based compensation package. Wood described the ruling as “un-American, an assault on investor rights, and an insult to the Board of Directors […]

Tesla has agreed to a $1.5 million settlement in a civil lawsuit filed by district attorneys across 25 California counties, alleging mishandling of hazardous waste materials at its state facilities. The lawsuit, titled The People of the State of California v. Tesla, accused the electric vehicle manufacturer of improperly disposing of hazardous materials, including spent […]

Tesla is offering up free Supercharging transfers to U.S. customers, if they take delivery of a new vehicle by March 31, 2024.  Earlier reports of free Full Self-Driving (FSD) transfers have proven to be false, as noted by @SawyerMerritt. I have confirmed that Tesla is NOT currently offering FSD transfers at no cost to you […]

The 2024 Tesla Model 3 refresh, dubbed the “perfect starter EV,” has been making waves in the automotive world, according to a detailed review by tech reviewer Marques Brownlee (MKBHD) on his car review channel, Auto Focus. The refreshed Model 3, often referred to as “Highland” by enthusiasts, although not officially named so, brings several […]

Tesla has issued a software update for approximately 2,193,869 vehicles across its Model S, Model X, Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertruck ranges due to a noncompliance issue identified in a Part 573 Safety Recall Report, numbered 24V-051 with the NHTSA. The notice, submitted on January 30, 2024, addresses a software-related issue where the letter […]

Volvo Cars announced on Thursday its decision to discontinue funding for Polestar Automotive Holding, transferring the management of the luxury car brand to its largest shareholder, Geely Holding of China, reports Reuters. This strategic move resulted in a significant surge in Volvo’s stock, which climbed over 30% at the opening of the market. Critics have […]

Tesla has announced a significant price reduction for its Model Y lineup in Canada, with cuts reaching $4,000 CAD (via @SawyerMerritt). The adjustment brings the starting price of the Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) to $53,990 CAD, down from $57,990 CAD. The Long Range version now starts at $63,990 CAD, previously $67,990 CAD, while the […]

In celebration of the Chinese New Year, Tesla has unveiled a series of enticing promotional offers for its customers in China, valid through February and March 2024. The electric vehicle giant is offering an 8,000 yuan cash discount on its Model Y, while supplies last, alongside a reduced price for all premium car paint upgrades […]

Polestar has officially announced the launch of the Polestar 4 in Europe and Australia. With production kicking off and the first deliveries in China concluding at the end of 2023, the online sales for the Polestar 4 have started, featuring an indicative starting price of EUR 63,200 in Europe and AUD 81,500 in Australia. The […]

Fernando Javier Corral Astorga, Plant Manager at Tesla, recently took to LinkedIn to commend the Tesla Megafactory Team for their pivotal role in advancing the global shift towards sustainable energy. He also shared a rare photo of the entire Megafactory team, surrounded by Tesla vehicles including Cybertruck and Semi and Megapacks in the background. The […]