Stories by Sarah Lee-Jones

New data from Ookla shows Starlink significantly improved its satellite internet performance in the second half of 2025. The latest Speedtest analysis reveals that users in every state except Alaska now see median download speeds of 100 Mbps or higher. This is a major jump compared to the end of 2024, when only half as […]

SpaceX is making a major play for new Starlink satellite internet customers with a limited time offer that drops prices to as low as $29 per month. This new promotion is targeted at select areas and officially runs until June 4, 2026. This new promo comes after its most recent promo has ended and this […]

Tesla owners in the Netherlands have reached a major milestone, surpassing 10 million kilometres driven using Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised in less than a month. Tesla Europe announced the achievement today, thanking Dutch drivers for their role in gathering data to help make regional roads safer. The rapid accumulation of mileage highlights the high adoption […]

Tesla has quietly updated its Canadian configurator for the new Model 3 Premium Rear-Wheel Drive, adjusting the 0–100 km/h acceleration time to 5.2 seconds. This change comes just 24 hours after the site initially listed a much faster 4.2-second sprint on Friday. The update brings the Canadian specification in line with the Model 3 Long […]

Tesla quietly filed an amendment to its 2025 annual report this week. While it is mostly routine SEC paperwork, it pulls back the curtain on some genuinely wild numbers and a boardroom that looks a little different than it did a year ago. The Board Elon Musk remains CEO and holds the title of Technoking, […]

T-Mobile is expanding its satellite-to-phone service beyond American borders as the carrier begins offering international roaming for its T-Satellite feature. A recent update to the company support page confirms that subscribers can now access satellite connectivity while travelling through Canada and New Zealand (via PC Mag). This expansion allows users to maintain a connection in […]

Hyundai has officially unveiled its new in-vehicle infotainment system, Pleos Connect, marking a major step in the company’s shift toward software-defined vehicles. The system is scheduled to debut this May on the new Grandeur in South Korea, with a phased global rollout to follow shortly after. The interface focuses on a minimalist aesthetic by combining […]

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted today to modernize decades-old satellite rules, a move that is expected to significantly boost performance for Starlink and other space-based internet providers. By removing regulatory hurdles that date back to the 1990s, the commission aims to unlock faster speeds and more reliable connections for millions of users, particularly those […]

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. […]