Stories by Sarah Lee-Jones

Tesla Milestone: 50,000 Superchargers Worldwide

Tesla recently announced it reached a major milestone: 50,000 Superchargers worldwide. The company started in September 2012 with 6 Superchargers, but reached the 50,000 milestone this month. “The future is electric,” said Tesla on X, while also sharing a short video: Sept 2012: 6 Superchargers Sept 2023: 50,000 Superchargers The future is electric⚡️ pic.twitter.com/LR7g5qSYQj — […]

Tesla Shares Surge After Morgan Stanley’s Bullish AI Outlook

Tesla shares saw a rise in premarket trading on Monday, following Morgan Stanley’s optimistic take on the electric vehicle company’s potential in artificial intelligence. Adam Jonas, an analyst at Morgan Stanley, has shifted Tesla’s stock rating from “equal weight” to “overweight”, primarily due to Tesla’s AI supercomputer, Dojo. Furthermore, Jonas increased his price estimate for […]

SpaceX Live Streams No Longer on YouTube

SpaceX live streams on YouTube appear to be a thing of the past, as Elon Musk’s company is now exclusively showing streams on X instead. Many noticed at the end of August, SpaceX live streams were no longer available on YouTube. The last SpaceX video streamed on YouTube was the August 26 mission for Starlink. […]

Tesla Developed FSD 12 in 8 Months: ‘Like ChatGPT But for Cars’

In an intriguing excerpt from Walter Isaacson’s upcoming biography on Elon Musk, Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) 12 was highlighted. The software’s breakthrough isn’t just about following rules but is inspired by human behavior itself, according to the excerpt shared with CNBC. Last month, Musk embarked on a unique journey in his Tesla Model S using […]

Tesla Reigns in California, Signaling a National Trend

The streets of California are buzzing, not with the roar of engines, but with the near-silent hum of electric vehicles. In a notable shift, Tesla has outpaced Toyota, establishing itself as the top-selling car brand in the Golden State. This development isn’t just about brand rivalry; it signals a broader trend that the entire US […]

Tesla Model Y ‘Juniper’ Concept Imagined by Designer [VIDEO]

With Tesla’s new Model 3 refresh being fully-revealed and soon delivering to customers, we are seeing more concepts imagining the new design on the Model Y. According to a fresh video shared by @LaMianDesign, we see the new front headlights and rear taillights on the Model 3 applied to the rumoured Model Y refresh, or […]

Tesla Launches Powerwall 3, Begins Installations

Tesla has started the installation of its next-generation Powerwall 3 units, as reported by a TMC forum member, ‘andy92782’, based in Southern California. Powerwall is Tesla’s residential battery storage system that can store solar power or energy from the grid. The member shared that the installer mentioned this was only the third Powerwall 3 installation […]

Hilton Hotels to Install 20,000 Tesla Universal Wall Connectors

Hilton, in a groundbreaking collaboration with Tesla, has unveiled plans to set up a massive electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across its hotels. Starting in early 2024, Hilton aims to equip 2,000 of its hotels in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico with up to 20,000 Tesla Universal Wall Connectors. This ambitious initiative will position Hilton […]

SpaceX Starship Not Ready for Next Launch, Says FAA

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has not granted SpaceX the green light for another test flight of its Starship Super Heavy launch vehicle. This announcement comes after SpaceX CEO Elon Musk expressed readiness for the launch, pending FAA licensing. Musk stated on X, “Starship is ready to launch, awaiting FAA license approval.” This holdup is […]

Tesla’s Mexico Factory Production May Be Up to 4 Years Away: Report

Tesla is reportedly looking at a potential 2026 or 2027 start date for production at its new major factory in Mexico, as mentioned in a recent article by the Mexican daily, Reforma (via Reuters). The timeline seems to be a deviation from earlier reports suggesting a 2025 start. Reforma’s report is grounded on statements from […]

Tesla Among Top Brands Coming to 2023 Detroit Auto Show

The 2023 Detroit Auto Show, set to take place from September 13 to 24 at Huntington Place in Detroit, has unveiled a stellar lineup of 35 brands, with Tesla taking center stage among other major automakers. The event promises a mix of vehicles from both corporate manufacturers and local Detroit dealerships. Visitors can anticipate displays […]

Tesla’s Shanghai Plant Sees August Production Surge

Tesla’s manufacturing output at its Shanghai plant witnessed a significant rebound in August, marking a pivotal moment as the company strives to match Wall Street’s production expectations. In August, Tesla reportedly dispatched 84,159 vehicles from the Shanghai factory, a noteworthy increase from 64,285 in July and 76,695 the previous year, as per the Chinese Passenger […]

New Tesla Model 3 Gets Full Tour at Munich Auto Show [VIDEO]

Out of Spec Reviews recently showcased the latest facelift of the Tesla Model 3 in a detailed video tour from the IAA in Munich, Germany. This in-depth exploration revealed a series of upgrades and enhancements that the electric vehicle has undergone. The most striking change is evident in the car’s exterior styling. The front end, […]

Tesla Model Y ‘Highland’ Concepts Imagined [PICS]

This week, the revamped Model 3 made its debut in Europe, China, and Australia and New Zealand. The new Model 3 sports a refreshed exterior design, meticulously crafted to achieve maximum aerodynamics. Enhancements in the body rigidity coupled with updated suspension tuning have considerably elevated the ride quality. One of its standout features is its […]

SpaceX Challenges $6.9 Billion Takeover of British Satellite Firm

SpaceX is challenging the recent £5.5bn ($6.9 billion USD) acquisition of British satellite firm Inmarsat by American satellite service provider Viasat. Musk’s company has called on US regulators to revisit and potentially reverse their previous approval of the deal, reports The Telegraph. SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet has allegedly experienced interference caused by Viasat. This ongoing […]