Tesla has introduced an optional “Acceleration Boost” upgrade for its new Model 3 Long Range AWD (Highland), reducing the 0-100 km/h acceleration time from 4.4 seconds to 3.8 seconds. The upgrade is currently available in select regions, including Australia ($3000 AUD, about $1,948 USD), China, and Taiwan, with pricing varying by location. In China, the […]
On November 19, SpaceX achieved another milestone with its Starship spacecraft, completing a successful test flight and ocean landing in the Gulf of Mexico. SpaceX CEO Elon Musk confirmed the achievement, saying on X, “Successful ocean landing of Starship! We will do one more ocean landing of the ship. If that goes well, then SpaceX […]
President-elect Donald Trump’s team is reportedly prioritizing the creation of a federal framework for self-driving cars, a move that could directly support Tesla’s plans for fully autonomous vehicles, according to unnamed sources speaking to Bloomberg. Current U.S. regulations limit the deployment of vehicles without human controls, such as steering wheels and pedals, making it difficult […]
SpaceX plans to launch the sixth test flight of its Starship rocket on Tuesday, November 19, with a 30-minute window starting at 4:00 p.m. CT (2pm PT/5pm ET). The event will stream live on SpaceX’s website and X (@SpaceX), with updates available closer to launch. Previously, SpaceX planned to launch on November 18, but now […]
Two of Elon Musk’s private companies are set for massive valuation jumps, according to insiders, as investors continue to show strong support for the ventures of the world’s richest man, reports the Financial Times. SpaceX, the largest private company in the U.S., plans to sell shares in December at $135 each. This would raise its […]
Tesla has announced a major upgrade to its Supercharger network: the V4 Cabinet, set to launch in 2025. This next-generation charging station will deliver faster and more powerful charging than ever before. Tesla’s new V4 Cabinet can provide up to 500kW of power for cars and an impressive 1.2MW for its Semi trucks, speeding up […]
Tesla’s Foundation Series Cybertrucks have officially hit existing inventory in the US, marking a rare chance for eager buyers to snap up these models right away, without waiting. This is the first time we are seeing Cybertrucks of any kind hit existing inventory. Recently, sales for the Foundation Series ended on Tesla’s website, but select […]
Tesla recently tested its latest driverless feature, called “Actually Smart Summon” (ASS), by having a Model 3 navigate a Costco parking lot—all without anyone in the driver’s seat. The demo, viewed from a drone above and from a camera view inside the Model 3, shows how ASS works by allowing the Tesla to drive itself […]
After a tragic crash on Toronto’s Lake Shore Boulevard last month that killed four young people, questions have surfaced about Tesla’s safety features, specifically why some passengers couldn’t escape when the vehicle caught fire. Rick Harper, a Canada Post worker, managed to save a fifth passenger by breaking a window with a metal pole. “You […]
Tesla saw a surge in Chinese sales in October, with 40,485 vehicles sold and a 1.8% share of the overall auto market, according to the latest data, notes Tesla observer, Roland Pircher. The Tesla Model Y, in particular, showed remarkable performance, ranking as the second best-selling car in the country and making up 89% of […]
Tesla has announced its Cybercab is now available for viewing at select showrooms. The company said Cybercab is now at the Tesla store on Santana Row in San Jose, California. The address is 333 Santana Row, Suite 1015. It’s unclear when and if more showrooms will get Cybercabs, but that is very likely. Customers will […]
Lucid Motors has officially opened pre-orders for its luxury SUV, the Lucid Gravity, starting from $94,900 US for the Grand Touring trim. The Gravity has a projected range of over 440 miles per charge. The Lucid Gravity has seating configurations for up to seven people and 120 cubic feet of cargo space. Additional features include […]
In his 2024 Presidential victory speech, Donald Trump highlighted Elon Musk as an American visionary, commending Musk’s technological achievements and the role he played in the campaign. The speech appeared to have an impact on the market, as Tesla shares jumped nearly 15% the day after the election, reflecting renewed investor confidence in the tech […]
Tesla has started rolling out its software update 2024.33.30, which includes Full Self-Driving (FSD) 12.5.6.2 for Hardware 4 (HW4/AI4) vehicles in North America. The release notes for 2024.33.30 says you get the latest version of Actually Smart Summon (ASS) with the following improved features: Public/High-Speed Roads: Pauses ASS maneuver Improved Features: Blocked Camera Aborts Reduced […]
Tesla has updated its Cloud Profiles feature, making it easier for drivers to personalize settings based on their specific vehicle model. Tesla owner Dan Burkland shared his experience with the new update, noting that previously, the Cloud Profiles would sync settings across all Tesla vehicles a user owned, regardless of each model’s unique features. For […]
