Kia America announced today it will soon offer Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) adapters for its EV6 and EV9 models, significantly expanding charging access for customers. Starting in January 2025, Kia EV6 and EV9 owners will have access to over 16,500 NACS DC fast chargers across the U.S. Customers who purchase a 2024 or […]
Tesla has started rolling out its 2024.27.20 software update and it brings a new version of Full Self-Driving (FSD), with 12.5.4 now available. But more importantly, Actually Smart Summon (ASS) has increased in size, comparable to a “BBL”. Range is now way bigger at 279 feet (85 metres), letting you send your Tesla to you […]
Hawaii has successfully decommissioned its last coal power plant, replacing it with a large-scale energy storage system using Tesla Megapacks. The Kapālama Energy Storage System, developed by Plus Power in collaboration with Tesla, plays a pivotal role in stabilizing the island’s electrical grid. “This system is proving to be vital for stabilizing the grid in […]
SpaceX has sharply criticized the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) over recent allegations of safety violations, disputing the agency’s claims and calling its actions “highly irregular” and “unprecedented.” In a letter dated September 18, 2024, SpaceX’s Vice President of Legal, David Harris, addressed members of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives, including Senators Maria Cantwell […]
Tesla’s sales in China surged in September, with reports indicating a significant increase in registrations. According to data shared by @Tslachan, Tesla China recorded 14,400 insured units for the week of September 1-8, followed by 16,200 the next week, and 15,600 units for the week of September 9-15. This marks a strong third quarter for […]
In July, electric vehicle (EV) registrations rose by 18 percent compared to the same period last year, driven by popular new models like the Tesla Cybertruck, according to data from S&P Global Mobility. Tesla saw a 1.2 percent increase in registrations, marking the end of a five-month decline, with 5,175 Cybertruck deliveries contributing to its […]
General Motors (GM) announced that its electric vehicle (EV) customers will now have access to over 17,800 Tesla Superchargers across North America using a GM-approved NACS DC adapter. This expands the charging options available to GM EV drivers, who will now have access to more than 231,800 public Level 2 and DC fast chargers in […]
Tesla is inviting potential buyers to experience its Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology firsthand through supervised test drives. The company’s latest version of FSD allows drivers to navigate turns, intersections, and other route elements automatically, with the system operating under the supervision of the driver. To participate, individuals can schedule an appointment by selecting their preferred […]
Tesla announced it has produced its 100 millionth 4680 battery cell across all factories, marking a major milestone in its push to advance electric vehicle technology. The company shared a photo of its Optimus robot on Saturday holding a 4680 cell with the inscription “100,000,000.” Go Optimus! The 4680 battery cell, first introduced during Tesla’s […]
Brazil has seized 18.35 million reais ($3.3 million USD) from the bank accounts of Elon Musk’s companies X and Starlink to pay fines imposed by the Supreme Court, escalating a legal battle that has led to the blackout of the social media platform in the country, according to Bloomberg. The court ordered the withdrawal on […]
United Airlines has signed a major agreement with SpaceX to equip more than 1,000 of its aircraft with Starlink’s high-speed, low-latency Wi-Fi service, making United the first airline to provide free, gate-to-gate internet access on this scale. Starting in early 2025, United will begin testing the service, with passenger flights expected later that year. The […]
On September 12, the Polaris Dawn crew conducted the first-ever spacewalk from the Dragon spacecraft at 738 km above Earth. The spacewalk, or extravehicular activity (EVA), marked a significant milestone in commercial spaceflight. The crew began preparing for the EVA shortly after liftoff with a two-day pre-breathe process to prevent decompression sickness by adjusting to […]
Las Vegas Strip’s latest attention-grabber is not a typical attraction but a custom $150,000 matte black Tesla Cybertruck belonging to the gentlemen’s club, Crazy Horse 3. The Cybertruck grabs enough attention on its own. But put a matte black wrap on, then install a stripper pole and drive it around the Las Vegas strip with […]
Uber has introduced a new feature that allows drivers to connect the Uber app directly to their Tesla displays, offering a more seamless and convenient experience for navigating rides. By integrating the Uber app with Tesla’s large touchscreen, drivers can enjoy clearer navigation with trip information automatically sent to their Tesla display after accepting a […]
Tesla’s sales in China are on track for a record-breaking third quarter in 2024, with domestic sales reaching significant milestones. According to data shared by @Tslachan, Tesla China exported 23,241 vehicles in August, while domestic sales surged to 63,456 units—the highest monthly figure this year. This brings Tesla’s domestic sales for the first two months […]
