Stories by Sarah Lee-Jones

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has confirmed that while the third generation of the Optimus humanoid robot is officially mobile, the public will have to wait a little longer for its grand unveiling. Addressing the missed first-quarter deadline for the reveal, Musk provided a brief update on the status of the project late on March 31. […]

Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirmed on April 1 (this can’t be a cruel April Fools Day joke!) that the company has begun internal testing for the highly anticipated Full Self-Driving (FSD) version 14.3. According to Musk, the software is already being used by Tesla staff to iron out any remaining bugs before it reaches the […]

A massive wave of off-lease electric vehicles is set to hit the used-car market in 2026, a direct result of a leasing surge fueled by now-expired federal tax credits. According to data from Automotive News and Experian, the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y were the most leased electric vehicles in 2025, anchoring a trend […]

Tesla has cemented its position as the undisputed leader of the Norwegian automotive market, sweeping the top two spots for both March and the first quarter of 2026. According to recent registration data, the Model Y remains the country’s most popular vehicle by a significant margin. In March 2026 alone, Tesla registered 4,271 Model Y […]

Canadian Tesla buyers who jumped on the Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) this month are facing a major reality check as delivery timelines explode. What started as a promised four-to-six-week wait has rapidly shifted into a mid-summer arrival for many. The most dramatic shifts are hitting those who ordered in mid-to-late March. One buyer in […]

Delta Air Lines and Amazon have reached a major agreement to bring Amazon Leo satellite technology to hundreds of aircraft. The rollout is scheduled to begin in 2028 with an initial installation on 500 planes, marking a significant expansion of the partnership between the two companies. The companies announced on Tuesday the service will provide […]

Tesla’s Giga Texas factory has entered a scheduled production shutdown this week, as the facility undergoes critical line upgrades and maintenance in preparation for a massive expansion of its vehicle lineup next month. The pause, which affects both Model Y and Cybertruck assembly lines, is expected to last through most of next week. According to […]

On a beautiful February day in San Diego County, a 93-year-old grandmother proved that age is just a number when you have the right technology behind the wheel. In a heartwarming video shared by Dan Doyle’s Family Channel, the centenarian-to-be took her brand-new Tesla Model Y equipped with Full Self-Driving (FSD) for a spin, demonstrating […]

SpaceX is investigating a technical failure involving a Starlink satellite that occurred high above Earth on Sunday, March 29. The company confirmed this morning that satellite 34343 experienced an “anomaly on-orbit,” leading to a total loss of communications at an altitude of approximately 560 kilometres. Despite the hardware failure, SpaceX officials stated the incident does […]

Google is rolling out a significant update to Maps that aims to eliminate range anxiety for electric vehicle (EV) owners. The tech giant is bringing its AI-powered charging features to over 350 car models that support Android Auto, allowing drivers to see real-time battery predictions and charging stop recommendations. By integrating specific vehicle details such […]

SpaceX is looking to expand its wireless footprint as Starlink appears on the list of potential bidders for the FCC’s upcoming AWS-3 spectrum auction. According to industry analysis from Mike Dano at Ookla (via PC Mag), the satellite giant is among several major players interested in the airwaves scheduled to go under the hammer on […]

Elon Musk has signaled that Tesla will take on a surprising barrier to family growth by addressing the difficulty of fitting three car seats in a standard vehicle. The Tesla CEO responded to discussion on X by stating that the company “should solve this” issue after being presented with research suggesting that car seat laws […]

Tesla has updated its Rider Terms of Service and related policies, officially lowering the minimum age for passengers from 13 down to 8 years old when riding in a Robotaxi. Under the new rules, all riders between the ages of 8 and 17 must be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or an authorized adult […]

New data from AI-powered insurer Lemonade reveals a massive shift in how Tesla owners use Full Self-Driving (FSD). According to Shai Wininger, co-founder and president of Lemonade, the company’s customers are increasingly handing over the steering wheel to the software. The data highlights a growing confidence in the technology, which has seen a surge in […]

Elon Musk is planning to break the standard Wall Street playbook by reserving up to 30% of the SpaceX initial public offering for individual investors. According to a report from Reuters, this retail allocation is at least three times larger than what is typically offered during a major stock market debut. Musk is reportedly leaning […]