Stories by Nehal Malik

Tesla 2025.26 Software Update: Grok 4 AI and More

You can now strike up a conversation with Grok — xAI’s powerful AI chatbot — right from the driver’s seat. Tesla has begun rolling out its latest over-the-air software update, version 2025.26, and it’s headlined by the long-awaited in-car debut of Grok 4, xAI’s next-generation conversational AI. The update also brings visual and audio enhancements, […]

Tesla Gets Green Light in Canada’s $43 Million EV Rebate Probe

Tesla has officially been cleared by Transport Canada in its high-profile $43.2 million CAD (about $31 million USD) EV rebate investigation, with the government finding no evidence of fraud or wrongdoing. The probe was launched earlier this year after Tesla submitted an eye-popping 8,653 claims for federal Incentives for Zero-Emission Vehicles (iZEV) rebates over a […]

Tesla Model Y Gets $20,000 Price Cut in Canada

Tesla has slashed the price of its Model Y Long Range All-Wheel Drive (AWD) in Canada by a whopping $20,000 CAD, bringing it back below pre-tariff levels and making it a far more attractive buy. As of Thursday night, Tesla’s Canadian website now lists the Model Y Long Range AWD at $64,990, down from its […]

Rimac Nevera R EV Sets New 0-60 mph Record and More

Rimac’s latest electric hypercar, the Nevera R, has smashed its own records—again. Unveiled in August 2024, the Nevera R has now officially beaten every performance benchmark previously set by the standard Nevera, establishing a stunning 24 new world records. That includes clocking a blistering 0-60 mph time of 1.66 seconds (0.08 seconds faster than its […]

Elon Musk Unveils Grok 4, Coming to Tesla Vehicles ‘Next Week’

Elon Musk has officially pulled back the curtain on Grok 4, the latest version of xAI’s chatbot, which he boldly declared is the “smartest AI in the world.” During a livestream on July 9, Musk touted Grok 4 as a major leap forward in reasoning, speed, and multimodal capabilities — and Tesla owners won’t have […]

Tesla Semi Impresses in New Logistics Pilot

The Tesla Semi continues to turn heads in the freight world. ArcBest, a major player in the logistics industry, has just wrapped up a pilot program testing the electric semi-truck in over-the-road operations — and the results were promising. Over a three-week period, ArcBest’s ABF Freight division put the Tesla Semi through its paces on […]

SpaceX Starlink Lands In-Flight Wi-Fi Deal with Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic has announced a major in-flight connectivity upgrade, becoming the first U.K. airline to strike a deal with SpaceX’s Starlink for high-speed, satellite-powered Wi-Fi across its entire fleet. Starting in Q3 2026, Virgin Atlantic will begin installing Starlink’s satellite Wi-Fi on its Boeing 787s, Airbus A350s, and A330neos, with the rollout expected to wrap […]

Lucid Air Sets New World Record for EV Range

Lucid Motors has officially set a new Guinness World Records title for the longest distance traveled by an electric vehicle (EV) on a single charge — and it wasn’t even in a specially modified car. The milestone was achieved by Umit Sabanci, a London-based entrepreneur known for setting and breaking Guinness World Records, in a […]

SpaceX Targets $400 Billion Valuation in New Share Sale: Report

SpaceX is reportedly in talks to raise fresh capital in a move that could push its valuation to a staggering $400 billion, according to a new report from Bloomberg. Citing sources familiar with the matter, the publication said Elon Musk’s space and satellite company plans to raise new funds by selling shares to insiders. In […]

NIO’s Third Chinese Factory to Kick Off Production Soon

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker NIO is set to begin production at its third factory in Hefei, Anhui province this September, according to company founder, chairman, and CEO William Li — reports CnEVPost. Li revealed the production timeline during a tour of NIO’s second Hefei plant over the weekend, attended by Chinese writer and ET9 owner […]

Tesla Megapacks Installed at $330 Million Battery Project in Australia

The Tarong Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Queensland, Australia, has just hit a major milestone, with all 164 of its Tesla Megapack 2XL units now fully installed — reports Ecogeneration. Located at Stanwell’s Tarong Power Station in the South Burnett region, the $514 million AUD (roughly $330 million USD) project also recently completed the energization […]

SpaceX Starlink Aids Texas Flood Response with Mini Kits, Free Internet

SpaceX’s Starlink is stepping up to help with disaster relief in central Texas after dramatic flooding along the Guadalupe River, where some 27 people — including nine children — have been reported dead and dozens more are missing amid widespread evacuations. In response, Starlink announced on X that it’s deploying Mini kits for search-and-rescue efforts, […]

Tesla Cybercab Makes Sneaky Appearance in Promo Video

Tesla’s upcoming Cybercab appears to have made a subtle appearance in the company’s latest Fourth of July promotional video. In a brief scene showing employees at work, a distinct door panel resembling the Cybercab’s design can be seen, sparking fresh discussion about the highly anticipated vehicle. As highlighted by well-known Tesla watcher @SawyerMerritt on X […]

Tesla Highlights U.S. Manufacturing and Veteran Programs for July 4th

In celebration of Independence Day, Tesla is shining a spotlight on its deep American roots — highlighting its growing U.S. manufacturing footprint and commitment to supporting military personnel and veterans. “We believe in building more than just sustainable vehicles and energy solutions – we’re building a company that exemplifies American innovation and supports those who […]