Stories by Alex Diaz

Subaru Hopes for 600,000 Annual EV Sales by 2030

Subaru announced ambitious plans on Wednesday to reach annual sales of 600,000 battery electric vehicles (EVs) by 2030, accounting for 50% of its global sales target. The new goal reflects a significant increase from the company’s previous aim to have battery EVs and hybrids make up at least two-fifths of the expected 1.2 million global […]

Tesla Delays New Model 3 Delivery Dates in Europe, Up to Jan. 2024

Tesla has surprised European customers with an unexpected delay in the delivery dates for its popular Model 3 sedan. The new timeline has led to widespread speculation of an impending refresh of its ‘Project Highland’. According to changes spotted by @Tslachan, customers in Europe are seeing the latest estimated delivery dates on Tesla’s website below […]

Here’s the Tesla Model Y Police Kit from Unplugged Performance[VIDEO]

Hawthorne, California-based Unplugged Performance is known as one of the best aftermarket Tesla tuners, and their latest showcase of what they can do for electric police cruisers from Tesla, was on display at the recent Tesla Takeover enthusiast event. A picture of the Tesla Model Y police kit from Unplugged Performance was on display, and […]

Tesla Seeks $100M for U.S. Electric Semi-Truck Charging Route

Tesla revealed plans to build nine electric semi-truck charging stations, creating an uninterrupted route from southern Texas to northern California. To finance this ambitious project, the electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer is seeking nearly $100 million from the U.S. government. According to emails reviewed by Bloomberg, Tesla aims to equip each station with eight 750-kilowatt chargers […]

BC Hydro Wants to Increase EV Charging Rates, Axe Free Charging

BC Hydro emailed customers on Tuesday morning to announce on July 28, an application was submitted to the B.C. Utilities Commission (BCUC) requesting an increase in current rates for public electric vehicle (EV) charging rates. The utility powers electricity for residents in B.C., Canada. The proposal seeks slightly higher charges than the existing interim rates […]

Tesla Financing Rates Increase in the U.S. for the Longest Loans

Amid increasing interest rates, Tesla has revised its financing terms for customers in the United States, as it has increased the annual percentage rate (APR) for car loans. Customers with excellent credit ratings will now face an APR of 6.09% for a 72-month loan, a slight increase from the previous rate of 5.89%. Furthermore, Tesla […]

Ukraine Thanks Elon Musk for Donating 500+ Tesla Powerwalls

In a momentous push against energy disruption caused by continued Russian missile strikes, Ukraine’s energy capacity has received a substantial boost through the delivery of hundreds of Tesla Powerwall 2 storage systems. The energy storage units were provided by an international collaboration including Tesla, SpaceX founder Elon Musk, the government of Poland, Direct Relief, and […]

Exxon in Early Talks with Tesla, Ford, and Volkswagen to Supply Lithium

Exxon Mobil, one of the world’s largest oil companies, is reportedly in preliminary discussions with leading automakers, including Tesla, Ford Motor, and Volkswagen, to supply lithium, a crucial component in electric vehicle batteries. The news was reported by Bloomberg Law on Monday, citing sources familiar with the matter. The discussions, which are still in their […]

Tesla to Open 76,000 Sq. Ft. Sales and Service Center in Rhode Island

Tesla is set to establish a significant regional hub in Providence, Rhode Island, according to the property’s future landlord, Joseph R. Paolino Jr. The new hub, located at the former Stop & Shop site in the Mashapaug Commons Plaza, will feature a repair facility, a retail sales area, and a delivery center. Over the past […]

2024 Chevy Blazer EV Pricing and Range Revealed, Now Shipping to Dealers

General Motors has started shipping of its much-anticipated Chevrolet Blazer EV, with the official pricing for the trims set to be released later this year. The first of the Blazer EVs, the RS all-wheel-drive trim, began shipping from GM’s plant in Ramos Arizpe, Mexico, to dealers on Monday. The vehicle, which boasts an estimated range […]

Tesla Files Registration for ‘Highland’ Model 3/Y in China

Tesla has filed paperwork with the Chinese government for the approval of its redesigned ‘Highland’ Model 3 and Model Y. The news, while not officially announced by Tesla, suggests we may be getting close to the debut of these refreshed vehicles. Amy @SF___Tahoe, a Tesla investor and enthusiast, shared her excitement on social media, stating, […]

Ford Spotted Benchmarking Tesla’s Model X

Ford has been spotted benchmarking Tesla’s Model X SUV. This marks the first time Ford has been seen evaluating this particular Tesla model, having previously benchmarked the Model 3 in the summer of 2021 and Model Y in the winter of the same year, and the high-performance Model S Plaid (last year), reports Ford Authority, […]

170 Tesla Vehicles Perform Incredible ‘Cybertruck’ Light Show [VIDEO]

Photo credit: Billy Kyle 170 Tesla Cars Assemble in Dazzling Display, Paying Tribute to the Forthcoming Cybertruck In an electrifying spectacle, Tesla Club Austria and their collaborators marked the final countdown for Tesla’s highly anticipated Cybertruck. Celebrating this significant milestone, they arranged a unique light show at the Tesla Takeover event, setting a new benchmark […]

Tesla Explains Full Self-Driving (FSD) Transfer Rules

Offer opened on July 20, 2023, and runs till September 30, 2023, exclusively for new Tesla vehicle owners. Tesla has officially detailed its limited-time offer that allows customers to transfer Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities from their current vehicle to a newly purchased one. This offer is applicable to new Tesla vehicles delivered between July 20, […]

Tesla Solar Roof with Powerwalls Reviewed by MKBHD [VIDEO]

In a recent video, renowned tech reviewer Marques Brownlee, or MKBHD, shared his one-year journey with Tesla’s Solar Roof and Powerwall battery storage. The system has allowed him to live a year without paying for electricity, despite his heavy usage of electrical appliances and daily charging of his Model S Plaid electric sedan. Brownlee’s system, […]