Stories by Sarah Lee-Jones

Tesla Model Y Tops All Automakers in 2023 Global Production

In a recent study conducted by the French EV research firm Inovev, Tesla’s Model Y was identified as the most-produced vehicle globally in 2023, surpassing the Toyota RAV4 and Ford’s F-Series trucks. The analysis highlighted the production and registration figures for vehicles, with the Tesla Model Y leading at 1,137,885 units produced, followed by the […]

Tesla Hits 1000 Cybertruck 4680 Cells Production Weekly

Tesla has hit a production milestone at its Giga Texas factory. On Wednesday morning, the company said it produced over 1,000 Cybertrucks’ worth of 4680 battery cells at the factory last week. The company then shared a photo with two Cybertrucks and the Giga Texas staff surrounding the vehicles, with a cool graphic on the […]

Shell to Sell Off 1,000 Gas Stations to Expand EV Charging

Shell announced plans to sell approximately 500 of its retail locations each year in 2024 and 2025, aiming to adapt to the increasing demand for electric vehicle (EV) charging options. “We are upgrading our retail network, with expanded electric vehicle charging and convenience offers, in response to changing customer needs,” Shell detailed in its recently […]

Fisker Pauses Ocean SUV Production Amid Cash Crunch

EV startup Fisker announced a six-week halt in the production of its Ocean SUV, as the company seeks urgent financial support. In a regulatory filing on Monday morning, Fisker revealed a dire financial situation, with just $121 million in cash and cash equivalents on hand as of March 15th, of which $32 million is restricted. […]

SpaceX Building Spy Satellite Network for U.S. Intelligence: Report

SpaceX is reportedly constructing a sophisticated network of spy satellites, worth $1.8 billion, for the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), reports Reuters, citing numerous unnamed sources. The NRO is a U.S. intelligence agency responsible for satellite intelligence management, according to five sources familiar with the program. The project, led by SpaceX’s Starshield unit, signifies the company’s […]

2024.8 Release Notes Tesla Software Update

Tesla has started rolling out its 2024.8 software update and now we have release notes, courtesy of Not a Tesla App. Some new features include One-Time Charge Limit which is handy for road trips, plus the roll out of Adaptive High Beams for vehicles with matrix headlights. One improvement we’re excited for is a classic […]

SpaceX Hits Milestones in Successful Starship Third Test Flight

SpaceX successfully conducted the third test flight of its Starship spacecraft on Thursday, March 14, marking a significant achievement in the company’s quest for space exploration. The test, originally scheduled within a 110-minute window starting at 7:00 a.m. CT, was closely monitored and broadcast live, providing global audiences with unprecedented live and clear footage thanks […]

Citadel Completions Now a Starlink Dealer for Business Aviation

Citadel Completions, a leading provider of V/VVIP aircraft services, has announced its new status as an Authorized Starlink Dealer in the Business Aviation sector. This development allows Citadel to offer both sales and installation services for Starlink’s advanced Aviation Products on large cabin aircraft, both narrow and wide-bodied. This collaboration expands Citadel’s service offerings, combining […]

Tesla Giving Early Cybertruck Delivery for Long-Term Shareholders

Tesla has unveiled a unique offer for its long-term shareholders: an opportunity for early delivery of the much-anticipated Foundation Series Cybertruck. Interested shareholders must sign up here by 11:59 PM CDT on Friday, March 22, 2024, to be eligible for this program. Eligible participants will receive an email with further details prior to delivery. This […]

Tesla FSD Beta 12.3 Rolling Out with 2023.44.30.25

Tesla has started the deployment of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta version 12.3, integrated into the 2023.44.30.25 software update. Reports indicate that the release has been confined to a select group of users, with Tesla owner known as @TeslaAIGirl receiving the update late Monday evening. “FSD Beta v12 upgrades the city-streets driving stack to a […]

SpaceX Gains FCC Nod for E-Band Use in Starlink Expansion

SpaceX has received conditional approval from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for using E-band radio frequencies to enhance its Starlink broadband network. The FCC’s decision, announced on March 8, will allow SpaceX to utilize E-band frequencies between its second-generation (Gen 2) Starlink satellites and ground gateways, complementing the currently employed Ka and Ku bands, reports […]

Man Claims Tesla Autopilot Possibly Saved His Life During Seizure

In a remarkable incident on the South Eastern Freeway in Adelaide, Australia, a 67-year-old man credits Tesla’s Autopilot system for potentially saving his life and those of other motorists. The driver, who prefers to remain anonymous, experienced a medical episode while driving his Tesla Model 3 RWD, leading to a near-catastrophic situation that was narrowly […]

Tesla Cybertruck in Canada: Regulatory Paperwork Underway

When will Tesla’s Cybertruck launch in Canada? It is supposed to happen soon, according to a Tesla executive. Rohan Patel, Tesla’s Vice President, Public Policy and Business Development, shared an update on Saturday morning, when asked about the Cybertruck for Canadians. “@cybertruck team is gonna make this happen, and is working on the regulatory paperwork […]