Stories by Alex Diaz

Tesla Manufacturing Mexico, an offshoot of the renowned U.S. electric vehicle maker Tesla, has approached the Ministry of the Environment and Natural Resources (Semarnat) for environmental clearances. The permits are for the proposed construction of an automotive warehouse in Santa Catarina, Nuevo Leon. The ambitious project is set to span a vast 260-hectare site situated […]

Tesla is pushing the boundaries of its vehicle performance in extreme cold conditions. In a recent video, the company showcased the rigorous testing of the Model Y in the challenging terrains of Norway, just a few kilometers below the Arctic Circle. Andreas and Johannes, members of Tesla’s peer quality engineering team, embarked on a journey […]

In a significant move towards driverless commercial passenger services, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) granted additional operating authority to Cruise and Waymo. As of today, both companies can now offer commercial passenger rides using autonomous vehicles in San Francisco and charge fares at any time of the day. This approval came after both Cruise […]

Volvo’s electric vehicle subsidiary, Polestar, is gearing up to introduce the next big thing in the electric automotive world. The company has announced the grand opening of its Vancouver location, where they will unveil the much-anticipated Polestar 3, touted as the “SUV for the electric age.” The exclusive event promises not just a first look […]

  The State of Illinois is gearing up for its third round of electric vehicle (EV) rebates, offering significant savings for residents looking to make the switch to cleaner transportation. Starting November 1st, 2023, and continuing until January 31st, 2024, the Illinois Electric Vehicle Rebate Program will provide $4,000 off new EVs and $1,500 off […]

In the wake of increasing climate change challenges, drivers are now adding a new item to their car safety checklist: advanced air filtration systems. As wildfires rage across countries like Canada, the US, and Greece, the demand for cleaner air inside vehicles has surged. The Corsi-Rosenthal box, a simple yet effective device developed by Richard […]

In celebration of the inauguration of their California Engineering Headquarters, Tesla has unveiled a special edition CyberBear Trucker Hat priced at $35 USD on Wednesday. The hat showcases a unique 3D-faceted design of the California grizzly bear logo, paying homage to the state’s iconic symbol. Not only is the hat aesthetically pleasing, but it also […]

Left to right: Rumoured ‘Highland’ dashboard versus Model 3/Y Tesla’s rumoured Model 3 refresh, known as ‘Project Highland’, is seemingly around the corner according to the latest rumours. Now, we’re apparently seeing what claims to be a leak of the Model 3 ‘Highland’ dashboard, if pictures shared on the web today are to be believed. […]

Electric automaker Rivian has reported a narrower-than-expected loss for its second quarter of 2023. In a positive turn, the company has revised its production expectations for 2023, now aiming to manufacture about 52,000 vehicles. This ambitious target is over twice the number of vehicles it produced in 2022 and an upgrade from its previous forecast […]

General Motors (GM) has unveiled plans to incorporate vehicle-to-home (V2H) bidirectional charging technology into its range of Ultium-based electric vehicles (EVs) by 2026. This innovative technology will debut in the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST, and subsequently in models like the 2024 GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1, 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV, 2024 Chevrolet Equinox […]

Tesla has joined forces with EnergyHub, a leading provider of energy management systems, to offer an easier way for electricity customers in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island to support their local power grids. Through the Tesla app, customers can now effortlessly sign up for the ConnectedSolutions program, EnergyHub’s major initiative that turns individual batteries into […]

Lucid Group has announced its second quarter financial results for 2023, highlighting an increasing net loss alongside promising growth indicators. Despite the escalating losses, Lucid maintains its annual production guidance of more than 10,000 vehicles for 2023. The company announced a revenue of $150.9 million, attributed to the delivery of 1,404 vehicles. However, the company’s […]

Prominent Tesla hacker, known as @greentheonly or ‘Green’ on X, has reported that the new Model Y Hardware 4 (HW4) infotainment system appears to be less capable than its predecessor, Hardware 3 (HW3). The revelation has sparked discussions about the potential impact on user experience and Tesla’s motivation for the change. Green divulged that the […]

In an official statement released via Form 8-K, Tesla, declared that as of August 4, 2023, Vaibhav Taneja has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer, succeeding the outgoing CFO Zach Kirkhorn, which comes as a surprise shift in leadership. The change comes after Kirkhorn’s decision to step down following a 13-year tenure with […]

A Tesla Cybertruck was spotted charging at the company’s Giga Texas factory, as spotted in a video update on the construction progress at the site, shared by local drone pilot Joe Tegtmeyer on Friday. The Cybertruck, which was seen at the Superchargers at Giga Texas, had plastic still on the seats, suggesting its newly-built status. […]