Stories by Sarah Lee-Jones

Tesla has started rolling out its 2021.44.30 software update, as noted by third-party companion software, @Teslascope. A Model Y Long Range that was previously on 2021.44.25.2, based in Alberta, Canada, received the update first. It turns out that Model Y belongs to KKVR (@kkvr2823), who replied to Teslascope with 2021.44.30 release notes, which you can […]

Tesla’s heat pump in its newer vehicles such as the Model 3 and Model Y isn’t always plagued with problems some owners are seeing, with lack of heat (a software update is coming to fix a current problem). One Tesla Model Y Long Range owner in the United States recently shared their experience using Camp […]

Newer Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles include a heat pump in their HVAC system for cooling and heating. Now, we’re again hearing about heating issues in extremely cold climates with Tesla’s heat pump—but this time around, the company is telling customers it’s a “firmware” issue. Numerous Model 3 and Model Y owners have […]

Tesla’s Gigafactory in Austin, Texas, is said to start production next week, according to drone pilot Joe Tegtmeyer, who has been tracking the construction of the site. “Breaking: A bit of news I just heard at the site today… actual production for Giga Texas starts next week! They are driving finished cars inside the factory […]

Tesla has increased the price of its Model 3 and Model Y electric vehicles in China. According to CnEVPost, the entry Model 3 (RWD) increased by RMB 10,000 ($1,569 USD) to now start at RMB $265,652 ($41,683 USD) after subsidies. The entry Model Y (RWD) saw an increase of RMB 21,088 ($3,308 USD), now priced […]

Tesla’s V11 software update released for the holidays includes numerous features, including a new user interface, which has had some very mixed reviews. The company’s CEO, Elon Musk, confirmed on Thursday the company is set to bring “many UI improvements” to its V11 software, replying to @tesla_raj. “Ability to remove sources needs to return. I […]

Earlier this week Tesla’s online shop launched a new product, the Model S All-Weather Front Trunk Liner for the 2021+ refresh version of its electric sedan, priced at $70 USD. Tesla says the liner “is made from a thermoplastic elastomer material with a strong rigid core for extreme-duty protection and spatial coverage. Unlike traditional floor mats, […]

Tesla has restocked its Model Y Paint Protection Film, which costs $50 USD. “Protect your Model Y from snow, salt, sand and small debris with the Model Y Paint Protection Film. Protect your paint from stone chips and driving conditions that can accelerate wear and tear,” explains Tesla. This film is applied just in front […]

Tesla has issued a recall for over 475,000 vehicles, specifically its Model 3 and Model S electric vehicles, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (via Automotive News). Approximately 356,309 Model 3 vehicles produced from 2017-2020 are being recalled by Tesla to fix rearview camera issues. “The rearview camera cable harness may be damaged […]

Tesla expanded its holiday Light Show feature to the Model S, Model 3 and Model Y as part of its V11 holiday software update, allowing other owners to partake in a feature that was exclusive to the Model X. The automaker also then released open-source software to let any Tesla owner (or any car owner) […]

Tesla lets owners add a friend or family member access to their mobile app via the web, but the company has enabled the feature in its mobile app, though an over-the-air update (via Reddit). When you launch the Tesla app, under the Security menu, the new option ‘Manage Drivers’ now shows up. Once you tap […]

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has completed his sale of the company’s shares, after exercising a tranche of stock options. In an SEC Form 4 filing on Tuesday evening, the footnote stated, “This Rule 10b5-1 trading plan was completed on December 28, 2021,” according to Gary Black, managing partner, The Future Fund. Musk had stock options […]

Tesla Model Y vehicles made in Shanghai, China, were found to include new AMD Ryzen chips, and now we’re seeing these being included in Model 3 and Model Y cars made at the company’s Fremont plant in California. According to images shared by @Teslascope, we see a picture of ‘Additional Vehicle Information’ that shows in […]

Tesla has launched new jackets for men and women, in the form of quilted and puffer varieties. The men’s Quilted Bomber Jacket “features an elevated, quilted design for warmth and mobility in cold weather seasons. With both comfort and style, the bomber features subtle silicone injected Tesla logos on the right and left sleeves, custom […]

Podcaster Lex Fridman offers “conversations about the nature of intelligence, consciousness, love, and power” on his podcast. His latest guest was Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk yet again, in a new podcast that is 2.5 hours long. A variety of topics were discussed, from SpaceX, Tesla, cryptocurrency and more. Check out the podcast timestamps […]