Stories by Sarah Lee-Jones

SpaceX successfully launched its first Falcon Heavy rocket in 18 months on Wednesday, carrying a massive communications satellite into orbit. The powerful rocket lifted off at 10:13 a.m. EDT from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The mission, known as ViaSat-3 F3, safely delivered a 6.6-metric-ton satellite designed to provide high-speed […]

Hankook secured multiple victories in independent European tire evaluations this spring, with its summer lineup earning top marks for safety and handling. In the Auto Bild summer tire test, the Ventus evo claimed first place out of 20 finalists. The tire recorded the shortest braking distance on dry pavement and the highest average speeds during […]

Halter has announced the launch of Starlink’s direct-to-satellite connectivity for its smart cattle collars. This technology removes the requirement for on-ranch infrastructure or cell towers, allowing ranchers to manage their herds from any location with a clear view of the sky. The update significantly expands the reach of virtual fencing. Internal modelling from the company […]

Tesla has officially announced plans to expand its Full Self-Driving (FSD) V14 Lite software to Hardware 3 (HW3) vehicles in international markets. The move follows the upcoming rollout of the software to HW3 owners in the United States. While the company confirmed the expansion, it noted that the international release does not have a definitive […]

Tesla India officially celebrated the arrival of the new Model Y L this week, hosting launch events across its key Experience Centres under the banner “Building a World of Amazing Abundance.” The company confirmed that the long-wheelbase electric SUV is now available for in-person viewing at its flagship locations in Mumbai, Delhi, and Gurugram. Priced […]

Tesla has officially expanded its newest insurance perk to two major markets: Florida and Maryland. As of April 28, 2026, owners in these states can now access the Safety Score v3.0 update, which guarantees a perfect score of 100 for every mile driven using Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised. The Path to Lower Premiums Previously, when […]

Tesla has officially filed paperwork with the SEC to register 303,960,630 shares of common stock tied to Elon Musk’s massive 2018 CEO Performance Award. The filing, known as a Form S-8, was submitted on April 24, 2026, and marks a major step in finalizing the pay deal that has been a hot topic for years. […]

Strängnäs municipality has given the green light for Tesla in Sweden to begin testing autonomous vehicles on its local roads. The decision, outlined in a recent official report, allows the carmaker to conduct trials for a period of one year once final approval is received from the Swedish Transport Agency. The testing aims to further […]

Emirates has successfully completed its first Starlink Wi-Fi installation on an A380 aircraft, representing a significant boost to its onboard internet capabilities. The upgraded double-decker plane returned to Dubai this week following technical work and official certification in the UK. The new satellite system utilizes three dedicated antennas to provide over 2 Gbps of total […]

Tesla recently opened orders for the Model Y in Estonia, marking a significant milestone for the electric vehicle maker’s presence in the Baltic region. The announcement, made by Tesla Europe, Middle East & Africa last week, allows local customers to configure and purchase the popular compact SUV directly through the company’s official website. The launch […]

Tesla has officially expanded its ride-hailing reach by launching the Robotaxi app for Android users. The move brings the tech giant’s vision of a personalized, driverless experience to a wider audience instead of just iPhone users, allowing anyone with a Tesla account to summon an autonomous vehicle directly from their smartphone. The service currently operates […]

Tesla has released a final Signature Edition to commemorate the end of the Model S (and Model X), a car that auto journalist Jason Cammisa and Hagerty says transformed an entire industry and will ultimately be responsible for killing off that whole industry. Cammisa got to go up close and personal with the final build […]

Tesla has officially reached the Start of Production phase for its highly anticipated Cybercab, with the very first finished units appearing at Giga Texas. These production vehicles feature a striking glossy gold finish that marks a significant departure from the matte-wrapped engineering prototypes seen during the initial unveiling. The milestone was highlighted by @TechOperator, who […]

Tesla has officially begun rolling out FSD v14.3.2, a significant software update that marks a major shift in the company’s approach to vehicle autonomy. In a post from the official Tesla AI account, the company confirmed that it has finally unified the underlying AI model powering three of its most critical features: Actually Smart Summon […]

During the Q1 2026 earnings call, Tesla addressed concerns regarding recent NHTSA incident filings, with company executives emphasizing a spotless safety record for their autonomous operations. Ashok Elluswamy, Director of Autopilot Software, confirmed that the company’s unsupervised fleet has maintained “zero incidents” to date, a fact he noted is reflected in federal filings. While the […]