Stories by Sarah Lee-Jones

US electric vehicle (EV) sales saw a slow start in 2024, with first-quarter sales remaining flat and notable industry shifts, such as Ford scaling back expansion plans and Tesla reducing its workforce by 10%. Despite these initial setbacks, the broader EV market is experiencing significant growth, with six of the top 10 EV makers in […]

Tesla is intensifying its efforts to attract Chinese customers, announcing several new incentives aimed at boosting sales in a competitive market. Customers in China who complete their Tesla vehicle deliveries between May 25 and June 30 will be entered into a drawing for a free tour of Tesla’s Fremont factory in the United States, the […]

An owner of Tesla’s 2024 Model 3 Performance, MFAM Tesla (@JoshuaThePilot), has shared screenshots revealing the performance metrics of the new electric sedan. The screenshots displayed a quarter-mile time of 11.09 seconds and a 0-60 mph time of 3.15 seconds (2.92 seconds with a 1-foot rollout). “You asked and you shall receive,” the Tesla owner […]

Tesla has published its 2023 Impact Report, showcasing significant strides in environmental sustainability, product efficiency, and social responsibility. The report outlines Tesla’s ongoing efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve product lifecycles, and maintain high standards in its supply chain. Key Highlights: Emissions Reduction: In 2023, Tesla customers avoided over 20 million metric tons of […]

Tesla has published its latest Vehicle Safety Report, now including data from the first quarter of 2024. According to the report, Tesla recorded one crash for every 7.63 million miles driven by drivers using Autopilot technology. For drivers not using Autopilot, there was one crash for every 955,000 miles driven. By comparison, the most recent […]

The DOMO Dove Nest Motorsports Club will host the world’s largest Cybertruck meetup, the Cybertruck Rodeo, set for Sunday, June 2, from 10am to 5pm. The event aims to gather 100 Cybertrucks in one location, offering an array of activities and highlights for attendees, at 2225 Co Road 342, Gatesville, Texas, 76528. Owners can bring […]

SpaceX has received the go-ahead from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to operate its new “V4” and upcoming “mini” Starlink dishes on moving cars, ships, and planes. Initially, the FCC granted SpaceX a license in September for these next-generation dishes, but only for stationary use. Last week, the regulatory body extended this license to include […]

Bargersville, a town south of Indianapolis in Johnson County, is at the forefront of the electric vehicle revolution. However, local officials emphasize that the switch from traditional gas-powered police cruisers to all-electric Teslas is driven by financial savings rather than environmental concerns. “It’s all about the money,” said Police Chief Todd Bertram to WRTV. “We […]

Tesla has called on its stockholders to vote on two crucial proposals ahead of the Annual Meeting of Stockholders on June 13. The proposals involve ratifying the 2018 CEO Performance Award and reincorporating Tesla in Texas. Tesla emphasizes that these measures are vital for protecting stockholder rights and the value of their investments. Tesla’s official […]

Image via Tessie Tesla has started rolling out software update 2024.9.5 to internal employee testers, introducing Full Self-Driving (FSD) 12.4 (Supervised) with a Vision-Based Attention Monitoring feature, reports Tessie and Not a Tesla App. The update is available for the new Model S, Model 3, Model X, and Model Y. The Vision-Based Attention Monitoring feature […]

When will Tesla’s Cybertruck get Full Self-Driving (FSD)? Tesla CEO Elon Musk clarified earlier this month FSD for Cybertruck was “a few months away.” But earlier this week, Musk gave a more specific timeline for FSD on Cybertruck, saying it will happen with FSD 12.5, now coming in “late June.” Musk was replying to @WholeMarsBlog […]

Shanghai has compiled a list of data that can be transferred overseas without security assessments, according to a government document seen by Reuters. This move aims to attract foreign investment to boost China’s sluggish economy. Foreign firms, including financial companies and automakers such as Tesla, have lobbied Chinese authorities to permit cross-border data sharing after […]

On Thursday, Tesla announced a price increase for its Model 3 Performance, raising the cost by $1,000 to $54,990 from $53,990 in the United States. In addition to this change, Tesla has adjusted the pricing for its Model 3 interior options. The price for the Black and White interior options for the Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) […]

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk announced that the company has completed 50 successful missions so far this year already, marking the highest flight rate of any rocket in history. Musk congratulated the team on X saying, “Congrats @SpaceXFalcon team on 50 successful missions already this year! Highest flight rate of any rocket ever.” The milestone 50th […]

Tesla announced on Wednesday that its latest Powerwall 3 home energy storage system is now available in Canada. The Powerwall detects power outages and recharges using solar energy or from the grid, ensuring continuous operation of household appliances. It stores clean energy generated by solar systems for use at night or during periods when solar […]