Tesla’s latest update to its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software, version 12.1.2, includes a new feature called “Automatic Set Speed Offset,” as revealed by a notable FSD tester, @WholeMarsBlog. This innovative setting allows Tesla’s Autopilot system to autonomously determine and adjust to the most appropriate driving speed based on various real-time conditions. The Automatic Set Speed […]
Akio Toyoda, Chairman of Toyota Motor Corp., recently voiced his belief that battery electric vehicles (EVs) will only capture up to 30% of the automotive market share. Toyoda, the grandson of Toyota’s founder, emphasized the importance of offering a range of vehicle types, including hybrids, hydrogen fuel cells, and traditional fuel-burning cars, particularly in light […]
Tesla has started rolling out its Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta version 12.1.2 to regular testers, the first time that major update has gone out to non-employees. Earlier on Sunday @Teslascope said the roll out of 2023.44.30.12 included FSD beta v12.1.2 for regular customers. As the day progressed, Tesla owner and FSD tester @WholeMarsBlog received the […]
Singtel has announced its collaboration with Starlink to enhance maritime digital services, facilitating ship owners and operators in adopting advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), 5G, edge computing, and cloud-based solutions. This initiative aims to improve operational safety, efficiency, and crew welfare in the maritime sector. The integration of Starlink’s satellites into Singtel’s offerings […]
Tesla has officially started a significant expansion of its Giga Nevada facility, focusing on the production of its all-electric Semi truck. This development, reportedly announced on January 17, 2024, marks a historic moment for the company, according to Zanegler (@HinrichsZane). The expansion, a subject of speculation until recently, is now visibly underway. Drone footage shared […]
SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service is poised to receive approval from Indian authorities for offering space broadband services. The nod, expected in the “next few days” or by the end of the month, follows Starlink’s clarification to India’s Department for Promotion of Industry & Internal Trade (DPIIT) regarding its shareholding pattern, reports the Economic Times. […]
Tesla has released its upgraded Model 3 owner’s manual for North America, after the company recently launched sales in Canada and the U.S. The new Model 3 manual says it’s for 2024 and also for software version 2023.44.30. You can see every feature of the new car in more detail that what’s available on Tesla’s […]
Tesla is set to open a regional distribution center in Fountain Inn, Greenville County, marking the company’s first significant operational investment in South Carolina. The facility, scheduled to open in early 2024, reinforces the growing economic influence of the automotive and electric vehicle (EV) sector in the Upstate region. Located at Fox Hill Business Park, […]
Tesla looks to have shipped its first software update of 2024 that offers a new feature for vehicles with matrix LED headlights and possible regular headlights as well? That’s according to a screenshot shared on the TFF-Forum (via @eraz00r). Today, Tesla started rolling out 2024.2 according to TeslaFi. The limited rollout might be heading to […]
Tesla’s Model Y is poised to become Europe’s best-selling car for the year 2023, outpacing its closest competitor, the gasoline-powered Dacia Sandero. According to preliminary data from market researcher Dataforce, the U.S. electric vehicle (EV) maker’s midsize SUV holds a significant lead, with sales figures indicating a clear advantage in the European market, reports Automotive […]
Tesla has announced significant price cuts for its Model Y vehicles in Germany, with reductions up to €5,000 (via @Tslachan). The new prices are as follows: Model Y RWD is now priced at €42,990 (previously €44,890), Model Y Long Range at €49,990 (down from €54,990), and Model Y Performance at €55,990 (reduced from €60,990). In […]
Uber is collaborating with Tesla to encourage its drivers in the United States to switch to electric vehicles (EVs), aiming for zero emissions in U.S. and Canadian cities by 2030. This initiative includes exclusive incentives for Uber drivers to purchase Tesla’s Model 3 and Model Y, in addition to existing federal tax credits. “We know […]
In what can be described as a stroke of miraculous luck combined with safety engineering, a family’s Monday holiday turned into a harrowing tale of survival when a massive eucalyptus tree, along with a light post, came crashing down on their Tesla on 19th Avenue in Golden Gate Park in San Francisco. The family, who […]
Mazda has entered into a strategic agreement with Tesla to adopt the latter’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) for its battery electric vehicles (BEVs) set to launch in North America starting from 2025, said the Japanese automaker on Tuesday. By integrating NACS in its upcoming BEVs, Mazda aims to expand charging options for its customers, […]
Agricultural machinery giant John Deere has announced a significant collaboration with SpaceX’s Starlink to enhance its digital farming capabilities. This partnership aims to provide internet connectivity to Deere’s agricultural equipment in remote areas, leveraging Starlink’s extensive satellite fleet. “This takes us a step closer to ubiquitous connectivity anywhere in the world. The biggest opportunity for […]
