Stories by Alex Diaz

Aero, the premium book-by-the-seat jet service, has elevated its in-flight offerings by incorporating SpaceX’s Starlink internet service into its flights, providing passengers with high-speed connectivity at no additional cost. This service enhancement is effective immediately on all Aero routes, including flights to and from Dallas, Los Angeles, Los Cabos, Aspen, and Sun Valley. Ben Klein, […]

Tesla has adjusted the prices for the long-range versions of its Model 3 and Model Y vehicles in China, citing escalating costs as the primary reason for the change. The price adjustments follow a similar increase for the Model Y Performance at the end of the previous month. According to a statement from a Tesla […]

In a recent video by TFLEV, insider information on the upcoming Tesla Cybertruck’s specifications was disclosed, providing a deeper look into the much-anticipated electric vehicle. The details, while unofficial and unconfirmed, suggest that the Cybertruck is poised to be a formidable player in the electric truck market. Tesla is set to deliver its first Cybertruck […]

Tesla has expanded its merchandise collection with the introduction of a meticulously crafted 1:18 scale diecast Model Y, now available for purchase on its online shop for $195. Designed by the Tesla Design Studio, this collector’s item mirrors the actual electric vehicle, utilizing the same 3D CAD data used in the manufacturing of the real […]

Lucid Group has announced its third-quarter financial results, with revenues reaching $137.8 million, attributed to the delivery of 1,457 vehicles, below Wall Street expectations of over 2,275 cars delivered and $177 million revenue. The company has begun production of the Lucid Air Pure RWD and Lucid Air Sapphire, completing its Lucid Air series. Amidst these […]

Lucid Group has announced a significant update to its charging infrastructure strategy, revealing that Lucid electric vehicles (EVs) equipped with the Combined Charging System (CCS) will gain access to over 15,000 Tesla Supercharger stations across North America starting in 2025. This development comes as Lucid prepares to incorporate Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) into […]

Tesla, facing growing unionization drives in Germany and potential similar initiatives in the U.S., has announced wage increases for its factory workers in Germany. The decision was unveiled during CEO Elon Musk’s recent visit to the Gigafactory located just outside Berlin, reports the Wall Street Journal. Tesla’s German management disclosed a wage hike package for […]

Tesla’s Model Y has been priced at 44,990€ in the Netherlands, making it now eligible for the country’s 2,950€ SEPP incentive, according to a recent post from Tesla Europe. In related news, Roland Pircher, an industry analyst, reported on the performance of Tesla in the Netherlands for the month of October. The data reveals that […]

Tesla has unveiled a new program in Puerto Rico, allowing Powerwall owners to earn by supporting the local grid. This move is set to potentially establish the world’s largest virtual power plant (VPP). The Tesla Virtual Power Plant (VPP) aims to connect distributed batteries installed in residential homes, enhancing the reliability and resilience of Puerto […]

Tesla has launched the Model Y RWD variant in Taiwan, as of November 1, 2023. This vehicle is priced from NT $1,799,900 ($55,619 USD), joining the Long Range and Performance options (via @Tslachan). There is a price difference of 328,000 yuan compared to the Long Range Model Y. The Model Y RWD is not imported […]

Tesla has made price changes this week to paint options for its Model Y. The price for Solid Black in the U.S. has increased from $1,500 to $2,000, a $500 increase. It’s unclear why Tesla made the change but it might be tied to demand for the paint color. As it stands, here are the […]

Tesla has been cleared of any wrongdoing in a 2022 accident in China that resulted in two fatalities and three injuries, as reported by Shanghai Securities News. The incident, which took place in November of the previous year, involved a Tesla Model Y that was alleged by a social media influencer to have malfunctioned, leading […]

Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim confirmed that Tesla and Starlink Internet Services Malaysia Sdn Bhd, both companies from Elon Musk, have been granted permission to operate in Malaysia as fully foreign-owned entities. The decision was made in consideration of the potential benefits these companies could bring to the country, Anwar stated in a […]

The Space Systems Command (SSC) has finalized the assignment of 21 launch service missions for the Fiscal Year 2024 National Security Space Launch (NSSL) Phase 2 Launch Service Procurement contract. This marks the fifth and final order year for the Phase 2 contract. United Launch Alliance (ULA) is set to handle 11 missions, while Space […]

Subaru of America disclosed today that it has entered into an agreement with Tesla to adopt the North American Charging Standard (NACS) for its future battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in North America. The integration is set to commence in 2025. The deal will allow Subaru to equip certain BEVs with NACS ports, starting in 2025, […]