Stories by Sarah Lee-Jones

Tesla has officially started rolling out Full Self-Driving Supervised to subscribers in the Netherlands with the first installations beginning less than 24 hours after the software received regulatory approval. The quick deployment marks a major milestone for Tesla as it begins its expansion into the European market. Kees Roelandschap, co-host of the TeslaToMars podcast, was […]

SpaceX is looking for a Senior RF Front-End Module Design Engineer to join its engineering hub in Redmond, Washington, according to a new job post (via PC Mag). The role is focused on developing next-generation radio frequency modules for the Starlink Mobile network, the company’s ambitious satellite-to-phone service that aims to provide global broadband connectivity. […]

The Dutch vehicle authority RDW has granted type approval for Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised system, making the Netherlands the first European country to greenlight the advanced driver-assist technology. The news was confirmed today by Tesla’s European division and celebrated by CEO Elon Musk, who thanked Dutch regulators for the “hard work” required to reach […]

Tesla has officially expanded the customisation options for the Model Y in Australia and New Zealand, introducing a new interior colour and updated wheel designs for the Premium trim. The most notable addition is the Zen Grey Interior, a fresh aesthetic option that moves away from the standard black or white choices. This new cabin […]

US Mobile has officially launched a first-of-its-kind partnership with Starlink, offering customers a way to bundle their home satellite internet with their mobile phone plans. The move targets dead zones and rural connectivity, making US Mobile the first prepaid carrier to integrate Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite technology into a single billing experience. The partnership […]

Tesla is reportedly moving forward with an all-new, compact electric SUV designed to be more affordable than any vehicle in its current lineup, according to four sources familiar with the project, claims Reuters. This new vehicle is reportedly a fresh design rather than a version of the Model 3 or Model Y. Sources say Tesla […]

Tesla’s push toward autonomous ride-sharing reached a new milestone today, Wednesday, April 8, as roughly 60 Cybercab units were spotted at Gigafactory Texas. The sighting, captured by drone observer Joe Tegtmeyer, marks the largest grouping of the dedicated robotaxis seen to date and coincides with the official month mass production was scheduled to begin. The […]

Tesla is moving to fix what it calls a lack of “simplicity and transparency” in the commercial charging industry. The company announced today that its Supercharger for Business program is receiving a major update, including public pricing and a financial calculator designed to help companies decide if hosting chargers is a viable investment. The initiative, […]

Tesla has officially started rolling out Full Self-Driving (Supervised) v14.3 with software version 2026.2.9.6. This update is being hailed as the final piece of the puzzle for Tesla’s autonomy goals, primarily due to the foundational rewrite of its AI architecture. By rebuilding the AI compiler and runtime from the ground up using MLIR, Tesla has […]

The next chapter of deep-space exploration is roughly six weeks away as Elon Musk confirmed on April 3 that SpaceX is preparing for the 12th integrated flight test. This mission will mark the highly anticipated maiden voyage of the Starship V3 vehicle and its upgraded Super Heavy booster. While Musk previously hinted at an earlier […]

Intel has officially partnered with SpaceX, xAI, and Tesla to launch Terafab, a massive initiative aimed at completely refactoring silicon fabrication technology. The ambitious project seeks to close the gap between current chip production and the skyrocketing demand of the future. The goal is for Terafab to produce 1 TW/year of compute, providing the raw […]

For the first time ever, Tesla has claimed the top spot in South Korea’s imported car market for a single quarter. According to data from the Korea Automobile Importers and Distributors Association (KAIDA), the electric vehicle giant sold 20,964 units between January and March 2026. This represents a massive 335.1 percent surge compared to the […]

Tesla recently stopped taking custom orders for the Model S and Model X, marking a major shift as the company winds down production of its original flagship vehicles. Prospective buyers are now restricted to existing inventory, which has seen a steep price increase of $15,000 across all remaining models (via @SawyerMerritt). The decision follows CEO […]

SpaceX is accusing Amazon of putting other spacecraft at risk by dropping its Kuiper satellites into the wrong part of space. In a letter sent to the Federal Communications Commission on April 1, SpaceX claimed that Amazon has been launching its satellites 50 to 90 kilometres higher than what was originally approved. According to the […]

Tesla is expanding its lineup across Asia with the expanded launch of the Model Y L, a long-wheelbase version of its popular electric SUV. After a successful debut in China and Singapore, the new variant arrived in showrooms across Japan, South Korea, and Malaysia this week, joining Australia and New Zealand. The Model Y L […]