Stories by Sarah Lee-Jones

Polestar 3 Gets iOS and Android Digital Key, Free Hardware Upgrade

Polestar is rolling out new software updates for the Polestar 3, adding features like walk-away locking and digital key functionality. The digital key allows select smartphones and smartwatches to lock, unlock, and start the vehicle without needing a physical key. Compatible Devices for Polestar Digital Key The digital key feature works with: iPhone 11 or […]

Tesla Supercharger Virtual Lineups are Coming

Tesla is introducing a virtual queue system for its Supercharger network, aiming to improve the experience for drivers who face wait times at busy charging stations. The company announced that pilot programs will begin in the second quarter of 2025 at select locations, with a broader rollout planned later this year if feedback is positive. […]

SpaceX Lands Falcon 9 Booster in the Bahamas for the First Time

SpaceX successfully launched 23 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit on Tuesday, February 18, marking another milestone in its reusable rocket program. The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida at 6:21 p.m. ET, carrying the latest batch of Starlink satellites to expand SpaceX’s global internet network. What made this […]

Nikola Files for Bankruptcy After Years of Struggles and Scandal

Nikola Corp., once a so-called rising star in the electric vehicle (EV) world that media said was going to disrupt Tesla, has filed for bankruptcy protection after failing to secure a buyer or raise enough money to keep running. The company announced on Wednesday that it will try to sell off its assets through an […]

Tesla Cybertruck Earns 5-Star Safety Rating from NHTSA

Tesla’s Cybertruck has received a five-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), solidifying its status as one of the safest vehicles in its category. The rating comes after rigorous crash tests assessing frontal, side, and rollover risks. In frontal crash tests, the Cybertruck demonstrated strong protection, earning five stars for […]

New Tesla Model Y Deliveries from Giga Shanghai Now ‘Coming Soon’

Tesla has started production of the revamped Model Y at Gigafactory Shanghai, aligning with the global rollout strategy as production also kicks off at Gigafactory Berlin. This move follows the completion of regulatory processes in China, enhancing Tesla’s ability to increase Model Y deliveries worldwide, including in Australia. “Production of the new Model Y has […]

Protests Against Tesla and Elon Musk Emerge in Canada, USA

On Saturday, February 15, 2025, protests against Tesla and CEO Elon Musk, took place across Canada and the United States. Demonstrations occurred outside Tesla showrooms and facilities in cities including Austin, Boston, Seattle, Portland, Minneapolis, and New York, as well as smaller locations such as Golden Valley, Minnesota, and San Luis Obispo, California. More than […]

Gold Cybertruck Owner Faces Road Rage and Hate Over His Ride

A Massachusetts man says he’s facing threats and harassment over his gold Tesla Cybertruck. Dr. Kumait Jaroje, who owns the distinctive vehicle, found a profane sticker on the back of his truck last week. The words were too offensive to repeat. His wife was shaken by the incident, urging him not to drive the truck […]

State Dept: No Plans for $400M Tesla Armored EV Contract

The U.S. State Department originally listed $400 million for “Armored Tesla” vehicles in its 2025 procurement forecast, but later edited the entry to say “armored electric vehicles” instead, according to NPR. The contract, which many assumed would be for Tesla’s Cybertruck, was the largest item in the 320-item forecast. Other armored vehicle contracts were also […]

Camoflauged Model Y Spotted at Giga Texas—Performance Model?

Tesla’s Giga Texas in Austin is gearing up for a major Model Y rollout as a large batch of new Model Y Launch Edition vehicles fills the outbound lot. According to drone pilot Joe Tegtmeyer, reservation holders have been told to prepare for delivery soon, signaling that the long-awaited refresh is finally arriving. Those that […]

Canadian MP Declares War on Tesla Over Trump’s Tariff Plans

Federal New Democrat Party (NDP) Leader Jagmeet Singh in Canada says an NDP government would bring back electric vehicle rebates while punishing Tesla with a 100% tariff if President Donald Trump launches a trade war against Canada. “My top priority is workers and jobs,” Singh said Monday, announcing that Canadians would once again get a […]

Tesla Launches Full Self-Driving in Mexico

Tesla has released Full Self-Driving (FSD) in Mexico, expanding outside Canada and the USA for the first time. This expansion of FSD hits Mexico ahead of Europe and China. Today, the Tesla AI team said ¡Hola México!, while quoting a post from Tesla Owners Mexico that showed a Tesla running FSD, confirming the expansion. ¡Hola […]

T-Mobile Starlink Beta Now Lets Anyone Try Free Satellite Texting

T-Mobile and SpaceX’s Starlink have officially launched a free beta test for their satellite-powered messaging service, allowing anyone on any carrier to sign up and try the service at no cost until July. This marks a major step toward eliminating dead zones by connecting users even in the most remote areas. The T-Mobile Starlink beta […]

Tesla Showcases New Model Y Features and Upgrades in Video

Tesla has revealed more details about its new Model Y, enhancing its best-selling electric SUV with design tweaks, improved efficiency, and new technology. A four-minute video released by the company highlights the key upgrades, including a sleeker exterior, a quieter cabin, and enhanced safety features. Sharper Design and Better Aerodynamics The new Model Y sports […]