SpaceX on Wednesday highlighted a software feature for Starlink that makes its satellite internet service even more resilient in real-world conditions — especially in environments where the terminal’s view of the sky is partially obstructed by trees, buildings, or other obstacles. According to a new Starlink Update, the system now routes traffic around obstructions with […]
SpaceX’s Starlink Direct-to-Cell (DTC) service has officially expanded into the world of Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity — starting with a rather unexpected use case: beekeeping in New Zealand (via PCMag). Local mobile carrier One NZ, the first in the world to offer Starlink-powered cellular service back in December, has started using the satellite-based network to […]
SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service has just added a new and more convenient way to pay: ACH Direct Debit. The new payment method allows U.S. customers to link their bank accounts directly to their Starlink account, enabling automatic monthly payments with no added fees. The news comes from a recent email sent to Starlink users, […]
Tesla is setting its sights on a major expansion of its Robotaxi ride-hailing service across the U.S., with new job listings revealing plans to bring the service to several new cities. As first spotted by longtime Tesla watcher @teslayoda, Tesla has posted openings for Autopilot Vehicle Operators — a role typically tied to Robotaxi testing […]
Tesla recently rolled out a dynamic pricing model for its Robotaxi ride-hailing service, doing away with the flat $6.90 (up from the equally meme-worthy launch price of $4.20) per ride fee and moving toward a more distance-based system. While the Robotaxi app doesn’t display an official price breakdown yet, early rider reports are helping piece together […]
Tesla has officially launched its long-anticipated ride-hailing service in the San Francisco Bay Area, marking a significant step forward in the company’s autonomous vehicle roadmap. In a Wednesday post on X, @Tesla_AI confirmed that invites to the Bay Area service are now being sent out. The rollout comes as part of a new Tesla Robotaxi […]
The Canadian province of Ontario has officially cancelled its $100 million USD agreement with SpaceX to bring Starlink satellite internet to 15,000 homes in northern parts of the region, according to a report from Global News. Originally signed in November 2023, the deal was intended to bridge the digital divide in remote communities by leveraging […]
General Motors has just released the first official teaser for its all-new, next-generation Chevrolet Bolt EV, confirming that the affordable electric vehicle will return in 2026 — with Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) port onboard. Production of the outgoing Bolt EV and Bolt EUV ended in December 2023 as GM shifted focus to its […]
Tesla has begun rolling out dynamic pricing for its Robotaxi service, replacing the previously flat $6.90 fare cap with a system that adjusts pricing based on ride distance. The change, spotted by longtime Tesla watcher and Robotaxi pilot participant Sawyer Merritt (@SawyerMerritt), is part of a new app update — version 25.7.10 — that also […]
Tesla has reportedly signed a massive $4.3 billion deal with South Korea’s LG Energy Solution (LGES) to source lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries for its energy storage products, according to a person familiar with the matter who spoke with Reuters. The agreement marks a major shift in Tesla’s efforts to reduce its reliance on Chinese […]
Waymo, Alphabet’s self-driving unit, has officially announced plans to launch its fully autonomous ride-hailing service in Dallas, Texas, in 2026. The company shared the news in a press release on Tuesday, highlighting Dallas’ vibrant downtown, growing metro area, and strong demand for convenient, tech-forward transportation solutions as ideal factors for its expansion. Waymo will deploy […]
Elon Musk’s The Boring Company has officially announced plans to build a new underground tunnel system in Nashville, Tennessee. “The Boring Company is coming to the State of Tennessee,” the company’s official X account announced in a post on Monday. Dubbed the “Music City Loop,” the project will connect downtown Nashville and the Music City […]
Tesla is set to open its second showroom in India sometime in August, and this time it’s coming to the nation’s capital. The new Tesla Experience Center will be located in Delhi’s bustling Aerocity district, near IGI Airport. Indian tech and EV enthusiast Ishan Agarwal (@ishanagarwal24) was the first to spot the upcoming store, sharing […]
Tesla has hit another major milestone, announcing the production of the 1,000th Megapack at its new factory in Shanghai, China. The news comes just 5.5 months after mass production began at the site, highlighting Tesla’s rapid scale-up of its energy products business. The milestone Megapack rolled off the production line at Tesla’s Shanghai Megafactory, located […]
Tesla’s refreshed Model Y has once again earned top marks for safety — this time taking home the 2025 Top Safety Pick+ award, the highest possible rating from the U.S.-based Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Shared by Tesla on its official Weibo account and celebrated by CEO Elon Musk himself, this latest recognition marks […]
