Stories by Sarah Lee-Jones

Tesla’s Model Y to Power Tampa’s New DASH Ride Service

The Tampa Downtown Partnership has unveiled the first look at its upcoming shared ride service, DASH, featuring bright yellow Tesla Model Y vehicles. Alongside the vehicle reveal, the organization has also announced the service’s hours and pricing. Shaun Drinkard, Interim President of the Tampa Downtown Partnership, stated, “We wanted to make sure this new way […]

Instant US Tax Credits for EV Buyers are Coming, Says Treasury

The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have released new guidance as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America agenda. Effective January 1, 2024, the guidance allows consumers to instantly transfer their clean vehicle tax credits to car dealers at the point of sale, reducing the purchase price of […]

Tesla Price Drops Model 3 and Model Y in U.S. Again

Tesla has just released price cuts for its Model 3 and Model Y electric vehicles in the United States. The price drops come as Tesla is starting its fourth quarter. Below are the specifics of the price cuts in USD (via @Tslachan): Model 3 Price Cuts Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD): $38,990 (was $40,240; discount of $1,250 […]

Rivian Shares Tumble After Surprise $1.5 Billion Convertible Notes Offering

Shares of Rivian dropped over 22% on Thursday following the company’s unexpected announcement to offer $1.5 billion in convertible notes. The news came despite Rivian’s third-quarter revenue estimates aligning with Wall Street expectations. In a regulatory filing on Wednesday, Rivian disclosed its third-quarter revenue is expected to be between $1.29 billion and $1.33 billion. These […]

Hyundai and Kia Join Tesla’s North American Charging Standard

Hyundai has announced that it will adopt Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) for its electric vehicles (EVs) starting in Q4 2024. The move will grant Hyundai and Kia EV owners access to more than 12,000 Tesla Superchargers across North America. Tesla welcomed Hyundai and Kia owners to its Supercharging network in a response on […]

Tesla Model 3 Long Range from USA Looks Destined for Canada, Again

It appears Tesla may start exporting Model 3 Long Range AWD vehicles from its Fremont, California factory again to Canada. That’s according to a new Natural Resources Canada listing for a Model 3 Long Range AWD with 536 km (333 miles), which is different than the current version on Tesla’s website that lists range at […]

Tesla Cybertruck Tows Raptor Engine at Starbase [VIDEO]

Tesla’s Cybertruck is expected to start deliveries sometime soon, and now we’re seeing this futuristic truck being put to work at SpaceX’s Starbase in Boca Chica, Texas. According to videos and photos shared on X yesterday, the stainless steel Cybertruck fits right in at Starbase, as Starship is also made from stainless steel. Photos shared […]

Tesla Rolling Out New Airbag Safety Feature [VIDEO]

Tesla announced today a software update will soon make your vehicle more visible in the event of a crash. The company shared a video today showing hazard lights flashing much faster than normal, should your car be in a crash and the airbags go off, indicating more than just a fender bender. “If an airbag […]

Tesla 2023.38 Update Release Notes

Tesla has released its latest software update, version 2023.38, introducing new features that enhance user experience and vehicle functionality. The update brings two notable changes: Location Sharing and adjustments to windows during software updates, according to Tesla-Info. The Location Sharing feature adds an icon at the top of the vehicle’s touchscreen whenever an app requests […]

Rivian Q3 2023 Sees 15,564 Vehicles Delivered

Rivian Automotive announced on Monday that it achieved record electric vehicle (EV) deliveries for the third quarter of 2023, surpassing Wall Street expectations. The company delivered 15,564 vehicles during the quarter, marking a 23% increase from the second quarter of 2023. Analysts surveyed by FactSet had projected around 14,000 deliveries for the period. All 16,304 […]

Tesla Q3 2023 Resulted in 435,059 Deliveries, Up 27% YoY

Tesla released its vehicle production and delivery statistics for the third quarter of 2023 on Monday, showing a decline compared to the previous quarter. The company produced 430,488 vehicles and delivered 435,059. This represents a 10.3% decline in deliveries from the 466,140 reported in the previous quarter and a 10.3% decline in production from the […]

First Tesla Model 3 “Highland” Deliveries in Europe Appear Imminent

Early European customers of Tesla’s Model 3 “Highland” are reportedly on the cusp of receiving their vehicles. According to unofficial fan X account, Tesla Newswire, customers have reportedly been issued their Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) and have received instructions to finalize their payments. Another Tesla owner shared their own screenshot of a similar email received, seemingly […]

Austin School District to Buy Teslas for Police Force Amid Debate

Eanes Independent School District (ISD) in Travis County is set to acquire nine Tesla vehicles for its newly established police force. The decision follows the district’s earlier vote to form a police department to align with state mandates. The department aims to ensure rapid response to emergencies across its 32-square-mile jurisdiction in greater Austin. In […]

Largest Tesla Supercharger in Canada Opens in Richmond, BC

Tesla has unveiled its largest Supercharger station in Canada, located at 4660 Garden City Road in Richmond, BC. The new facility features 40 stalls capable of charging at up to 250 kW. The charging price is set at $0.22 CAD per kWh, and the station is now live on the Tesla app. The Supercharger is […]