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Starlink Gives Free Internet for Hurricane Helene Impacted Areas: How to Get It
SpaceX says Starlink is providing free internet service for the first month to those affected by Hurricane Helene, according to the company’s website. The offer is available to new and existing customers located in impacted areas. Users can verify their eligibility by entering their address on the Starlink website and selecting the “Helene Relief” service […]
Tesla Drops Model 3 RWD in U.S. After New Tariffs on Chinese Batteries
Tesla has removed the base Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) in the U.S., shifting its entry-level trim to the Model 3 Long Range RWD, which starts at $34,990 (including the $7,500 federal EV credit) and offers a range of 363 miles per charge. The decision comes just days after the Biden administration raised tariffs on […]
Tesla Sets New Q3 Record for Deliveries at Nearly 463,000
Tesla reported its Q3 production and delivery figures today, manufacturing approximately 470,000 vehicles and delivering around 463,000 vehicles in Q3 2024. This marks the highest delivery number in any Q3 by Tesla. The company also deployed 6.9 GWh of energy storage products during the quarter, which continues to grow at a remarkable pace, up 73% […]
Tesla Drops LiveOne from Premium Connectivity, Free Music Ends
Tesla has notified customers via email that LiveOne (formerly Slacker Radio) will no longer be included in its Premium Connectivity subscription starting December 1, 2024. Owners who want to continue using LiveOne’s curated stations in their vehicles and on other devices will need to subscribe directly through LiveOne. Tesla’s email received by Tesla North stated: […]
Tesla Launches FSD for Cybertruck, with End-to-End Highway
Tesla has launched Full Self-Driving (FSD) for the Cybertruck, which falls into line with the company’s previous software update timeline that said FSD would arrive on the company’s truck in September. Tomorrow is the last day of September so time was quite tight but here we are. This is an early access release, so […]
Tesla Update Disables 12V Outlet in Sentry Mode, Limits Usage
Tesla’s recent 2024.32.3 software update has changed the functionality of the 12V power outlets in the Model Y, impacting owners who rely on these outlets for accessories like coolers (this one is our choice that fits perfectly in the Model Y sub-trunk). Previously, the 12V outlets in the trunk and center console remained active when […]
Tesla Launches Cybertruck Wheel Covers for Purchase, But in Error
Tesla has announced the availability of two new wheel cover options for the Cybertruck. The “Cybertruck Core Wheel Cover” and the “Cybertruck Cyber Wheel Cover” are now listed on Tesla’s official online store, priced at $75 USD each. But not so fast… To purchase the covers, users must sign in to their Tesla account and […]
Tesla Sends Out Invites for ‘We, Robot’ Event on Oct. 10
(Image via @BLKMDL3) Tesla has started sending out invites for its October 10 robotaxi event. The invites being sent out say, “Join us for We, Robot—our official unveiling of the future of autonomy.” The event is set to take place in Los Angeles, California. Tesla says those invited need to “Submit your RSVP before midnight […]
Tesla Launches Redesigned Wireless Portable Charger
Tesla has introduced its redesigned Wireless Portable Charger, available for $130 in Canada and $95 in the U.S. (via @SawyerMerritt). The portable charger allows users to charge up to two QI-enabled devices simultaneously, such as phones and earbuds. The marketing images show pictures of Apple’s iPhone and AirPods being charged at the same time. The […]
2024.27.20 Release Notes: Tesla FSD 12.5.4, ASS Gets Bigger
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 […]
Tesla Introduces Model 3/Y Projection Lights for $65
Tesla has launched a new accessory for the Model 3 and Model Y, offering high-definition projection lights that display the Tesla wordmark on the ground when the vehicle’s doors are opened. The Model Y Projection Lights are priced at $65 USD ($90 in Canada) and include two lights, one for the driver’s side door and […]
Tesla Offers Full Self-Driving Experience with Demo Drives
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 […]
2024.27.10 Release Notes: Tesla FSD 12.5.2.1 for HW3 Cars and More
Tesla has resumed its release of Full Self-Driving (FSD) version 12.5.2.1 to more vehicles, including those on Hardware 3 (HW3) and Hardware 4 (HW4 or AI4 it’s now known). This FSD update came with software update version 2024.27.10, rolling out now to the fleet, points out @Teslascope, which noted FSD 12.5.2.1 is going out to […]
Tesla Produces 100 Millionth 4680 Battery Cell, Optimus Celebrates
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 […]
Alleged Tesla Robotaxi Prototype Spotted Testing Ahead of October Event
A Tesla Robotaxi prototype has been spotted on the streets of Los Angeles near Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, where Tesla is scheduled to hold a Robotaxi presentation on October 10. The vehicle, which appears to be a smaller, fully camouflaged car in yellow, was seen followed by a Tesla Model Y. The sighting was […]