Stories by Sarah Lee-Jones

SpaceX Launches Starlink Internet in Peru

SpaceX announced on Friday it has launched its Starlink satellite internet service in Peru. “Starlink ahora está disponible en Perú!”, said SpaceX, which translates to “Starlink is now available in Peru.” Starlink ahora está disponible en Perú! → https://t.co/slZbTmZmAt — SpaceX (@SpaceX) January 27, 2023 SpaceX updated its availability map today, showing Peru now as […]

Tesla and Mexico Have Yet to Reach EV Factory Deal, Says Official

Back in December reports claimed Tesla was close to revealing a new assembly plant in the northeastern Mexican state of Nuevo Leon. But no announcements have yet been made about the possibility of Tesla building an assembly plant in Mexico. Now, according to Nikkei, it appears no deal has been reached yet, according to a Mexican […]
A studio shot of the upcoming Tesla Cybertruck

2023 Tesla Cybertruck Update: Production This Summer, Will Have HW4

Tesla reported record Q4 2022 earnings today and the automaker also provided an update on its upcoming Cybertruck. According to Tesla, it says “Cybertruck remains on track to begin production later this year at Gigafactory Texas. Our next generation vehicle platform is under development, with additional details to be shared at Investor Day (March 1st, […]

2023.2.0.5 Tesla Release Notes: Auto Heated Steering Wheel and More

Tesla has released its first update of 2023, as software version 2023.2.0.5 is rolling out. According to 2023.2.0.5 release notes, we have the following new features and changes, according to Not a Tesla App and @greentheonly, which includes the previously mentioned auto heated steering with low and high settings, plus more: Auto Steering Wheel (Model […]

Tesla Increases Price of Model Y Long Range in U.S.

Following some major price drops just 11 days ago, Tesla is already back to tweaking its prices. The company’s entry Model Y Long Range has increased in price by $500 USD on Monday evening to now start at $53,490 USD, up from $52,990 USD. The Performance Model Y remains at $56,990 USD. We’re not seeing […]

Tesla to Unveil $3.5 Billion Semi Truck Factory in Nevada, Says Governor

During Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo’s 2023 State of the State speech on Monday evening, the leader revealed Tesla is set to announce a new factory in northern Nevada on Tuesday. Speaking about restoring Nevada’s reputation as pro-business and pro-development, Lombardo said the state is “ready to partner” to bring back economic growth. That’s when he […]

Tesla Plans 30,000 Sq Ft Service Centre and 13 Superchargers in London, England

Image via @MarcoRPTesla Tesla is planning a new 30,000 square-foot centre in London, England, shows new permits. That’s according to Supercharger researcher @MarcoRPTesla on Sunday. “A new Tesla Centre is coming soon to London, England!!”, said Marco. “Permits have been filed for a 30,000 sqft building in the Ravenside Retail Park in Enfield. Additionally, the […]

Tesla Update to Bring Camera-Based Speed Limit Detection in Germany: Report

Tesla plans to release a software update in Germany to bring its camera-based speed limit detection feature, according to TeslaMag. The upcoming software update 2023.2 will bring Speed Assist features that will detect speed limit signs using Tesla’s vehicle cameras, including support for the German Autobahns. Normally, speed limit signs would be based on map […]