Stories by Sarah Lee-Jones

2024.3.10 Release Notes: FSD (Supervised) 12.3.3

Tesla continues to push out software updates at a fast pace, specifically for its Full Self-Driving (FSD), which now includes a name change from “beta” to “supervised”. According to Tesla’s 2024.3.10 release notes as reported by TeslaInfo, we have now reached FSD version 12.3.3, the fifth release in March alone. The timeline of FSD releases […]

Tesla Milestone: 6 Million Cars Produced

Tesla announced yesterday it achieved a significant milestone by manufacturing its 6 millionth car. Elon Musk’s Tesla took to X to express its gratitude, stating, “Thank you to our owners & teams around the world for your support & hard work—it truly matters.” Accompanying the announcement was a video showcasing Tesla staff celebrating this achievement. […]

Tesla Advertising Spend Estimated at $6.5M in 2023, Says Report

Tesla increased its advertising expenditure by 37 times in 2023 compared to the previous year, as revealed in a joint analysis by MediaRadar and its newly acquired firm Vivvix. The data, focusing on the period from January 1, 2023, to February 29, 2024, highlights Tesla’s significant investment in advertising across various channels, including digital and […]

NYC Unveils Self-Driving Car Testing Program with Safety Focus

In a significant step towards integrating autonomous vehicles (AV) into the urban landscape, New York City Mayor Eric Adams and Department of Transportation (DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez unveiled a new permit program designed to regulate AV testing within the city. The program establishes stringent safety requirements to ensure that AV technology is tested responsibly in […]

Fisker Ocean Price Drops by Up to $24,000 in U.S.

Fisker has announced substantial reductions in the MSRP for several trims of its 2023 Ocean electric SUV. The price cuts are effective March 29, 2024, according to the company’s announcement on Wednesday. The top-tier 2023 Ocean Extreme trim sees the most dramatic reduction, with the MSRP dropping from $61,499 to $37,499 USD, a $24,000 decrease. […]

Tesla Exhibit at Petersen Museum Last Day: March 31

The Petersen Automotive Museum currently has a Tesla exhibit, which opened back in the fall of 2022. Fast forward to the spring of 2024, and the Petersen Museum has announced today the last day for the Tesla exhibit will be on March 31, 2024, according to an email received by Tesla North: Here’s what the […]

Tesla is Advertising on Facebook, Instagram, Cars.com

Back in March 2018, Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk deleted the Facebook pages of both companies, which about about 2.6 million followers each. Fast forward six years, and now Tesla is advertising on Facebook, plus Instagram, the sister company of the latter. According to ads seen on the web and shared by @SawyerMerritt, we […]

CATL Targets Advanced Batteries for Tesla’s $25,000 EV

China’s Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. (CATL) is working on pioneering faster charging batteries specifically for Tesla, as the latter seeks to maintain its competitive edge in the market and introduce an affordable electric vehicle priced under $25,000, as reported by Bloomberg. “There’s always room for cost reduction depending on what the $25,000 car’s aim […]

Tesla Deliveries to Include FSD 12.3.1 Demo Drive: Musk

It appears Tesla is going to start giving demo drives of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) version 12.3.1, according to an email from CEO Elon Musk to his entire team, as shared by @WholeMarsBlog. Update: Musk “liked” the following quote post from Brett Winton, confirming the legitimacy of the email. Musk writes starting now, all cars […]

Tesla Diner Construction Update: Drainage, Interior Preparations [VIDEO]

Recent aerial drone footage has provided an up-close look at the ongoing construction activities at the Tesla Diner site in Hollywood, California, revealing significant advancements in the project’s development. The construction team has excavated a rectangular section around 5 feet deep, now undergoing a layering process with gravel and a plastic barrier, a method commonly […]

Tesla Superchargers Launched by EG Group in the UK

Tesla Superchargers have been officially installed under third-party charge point operators (CPOs), with the first operational chargers now available at Asda Express in Uttoxeter, in the United Kingdom. This milestone was announced by EG Group, marking the launch of its evpoint charging stations. ⚡🚗 Big news! @TheEGGroup first evpoint chargers are now operational at Asda […]

2024.2.11 Release Notes: New Tesla Autopark Coming

Tesla has started releasing its 2024.2.11 software update and release notes show a new version of Autopark is coming, according to Not a Tesla App. This version of Autopark is for vehicles with Tesla Vision, which relies solely on cameras and have no ultrasonic sensors in the bumpers. It is a new and improved version […]

Tesla CyberHammer Referral Award: Only 800 Available

Tesla has offered up a super rare award as part of its referral program: CyberHammer. For those earning credits by getting friends and family to buy Tesla vehicles and products through their referral link, Tesla has added the CyberHammer to its referral awards in the U.S. Tesla said on Wednesday, “Earned. Not given. CyberHammer now […]

Tesla Buyer Incentive: Free 1 Year Premium Connectivity

Tesla is offering up new incentives for new buyers when they purchase a Model Y, Model S or Model X through a friend or family member’s referral link. The company’s mobile app shows you can get 1 year of free Premium Connectivity (worth $99 USD) when you buy a new Tesla through a referral link. […]

New Tesla Model 3 Wins 2024 ‘EV of the Year’ Award

The new and upgraded Tesla Model 3 has won an electric vehicle of the year award for 2024. The car received the award at an event organized by the Vereniging Zakelijke Rijders, in collaboration with Eneco eMobility, LeasePlan, AD, and AutoWeek, with the latter part of Belgium-based DPG Media. Despite the Tesla Model 3’s continued […]