The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has immediately suspended the operation of driverless vehicles by General Motors’ Cruise unit. The suspension was announced on Tuesday and specifically targets Cruise’s autonomous vehicle deployment in the state, reports Bloomberg. The decision does not impact Cruise’s ability to conduct tests using a safety driver. The suspension follows […]
SpaceX has announced a price reduction for its Starlink dish and modem equipment in Germany. The new deposit for the equipment has been lowered to €299, plus €23 for delivery, down from the previous €499, savings of 33%. Despite the cut in equipment costs, the monthly subscription fee remains unchanged at €50. Retailers Cyberport and […]
Tesla has announced plans to expand its Giga Berlin factory in Grünheide, Germany, starting in the first half of 2024. The announcement was made by Tesla representatives on the sidelines of a public debate about the expansion plans. “The expansion will take place in several steps. The existing factory hall will be modernized first, and […]
Regent Seven Seas Cruises, a leading luxury cruise line, has announced the successful installation of SpaceX’s Starlink internet service on its Seven Seas Mariner ship. The move aims to provide guests with high-speed, unlimited, and complimentary WiFi, enhancing the onboard experience. The installation comes ahead of the cruise line’s 2024 World Cruise, set to commence […]
Data Lake, Inc., led by tycoon Henry Sy Jr., has expanded its partnership with Elon Musk’s Starlink by signing a global retailer agreement. The deal will make Starlink hardware kits available for purchase at all SM Supermalls across the country starting November 1. SpaceX’s Starlink internet service through low earth orbit satellites. The kits, priced […]
The U.S. Justice Department has issued subpoenas to Tesla, seeking documents related to the company’s Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD) features, among other issues. The information was disclosed by Tesla in a regulatory filing on Monday, reports Reuters. The subpoenas include requests for documents “associated with personal benefits, related parties, vehicle range, and personnel decisions,” […]
Tesla, known for its minimal advertising strategy, continues to make its foray into the advertising world. During the company’s annual shareholder meeting, CEO Elon Musk confirmed that Tesla would engage in “little advertising.” The move marks a shift from Tesla’s traditional reliance on word-of-mouth marketing for its electric vehicles and products. Tesal CEO Elon Musk […]
Trans-Exec Private Jets has announced the integration of Starlink high-speed, low-latency internet connectivity into its entire fleet of aircraft. The move aims to enhance the passenger experience by offering global connectivity for various online activities, including streaming, video calls, and remote working. SpaceX’s Starlink operates a low Earth orbit satellite constellation that provides internet connectivity […]
Tesla hit a new milestone today, achieving 1 million cars on the roads in Europe. “14 years ago, we delivered the first Tesla Roadster to customers in Europe,” said Tesla. “Today, we hit 1 million Tesla vehicles on the road across Europe.” Currently, Tesla sells the Model S, Model X and Model 3 and Model […]
Tesla’s Cybertruck looks to have undergone a firing squad test to see how bulletproof its stainless steel exterior really is. According to a video shared by @teslaownersSV, a video taken by a member shows a Cybertruck driving on the highway with bullet holes scattered alongside the driver’s side part of the truck. Tesla CEO Elon […]
Tesla has made pricing adjustments to some of its vehicle models in the United States and Canada. In the U.S., the price of the Model X Plaid has been increased by $5,000, or 5.6%, bringing the new price to $94,990. Conversely, in Canada, Tesla has reduced the prices for the Model 3 and Model Y […]
Ford is recalling 931 units of its 2023 F-150 Lightning pickup trucks due to a defect in the windshield defrosting and defogging system, according to a notification sent to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall is being conducted under Federal law and has been assigned the NHTSA Campaign Number 23V-688. The issue […]
ChargePoint announced it is introducing support for Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) connectors in its AC and DC charging solutions. The move aims to expand fast charging options for Tesla drivers, who will receive cable conversion kits for existing DC fast chargers starting in November. “With more than 35 million historical ChargePoint sessions initiated […]
Earlier today we shared a post on X about whether Tesla was working on a new Model 3 Performance and now we have more details. Tesla’s Parts Catalog has revealed that the company is developing a Performance version of its new Model 3 sedan. Contrary to expectations of a Plaid-badged Model 3, the new variant […]
Toyota Motor North America announced today an agreement with Tesla to adopt the North American Charging Standard (NACS) for its battery electric vehicles (BEVs) starting in 2025. This move aligns with Toyota’s broader electrification strategy and will grant Toyota and Lexus customers access to over 12,000 Tesla Superchargers across North America. Starting in 2025, specific […]
