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SpaceX Launches Starlink Mini that Fits in a Backpack

SpaceX recently launched a smaller version of its Starlink antennas, marketed as a portable option for satellite internet users. The “Starlink Mini,” as detailed in a customer email obtained by CNBC, is a lightweight, backpack-friendly device designed to provide high-speed, low-latency internet access on the move. A limited early access release offers the Starlink Mini […]

Tesla Reports Highlights from 2024 Shareholder Meeting

Tesla shareholders have approved CEO Elon Musk’s $56 billion pay package, the electric vehicle manufacturer announced on Thursday. This decision signifies strong support for Musk’s leadership and aims to incentivize him to remain focused on Tesla, his primary source of wealth. Additionally, shareholders approved a proposal to relocate the company’s legal headquarters from Delaware to […]

Tesla ‘Cybertunnel’ Debuts at Giga Texas for Cybertruck [VIDEO]

The Boring Company has announced that its latest tunnel boring machine, Prufrock-3, has completed its work at Tesla’s Gigafactory Texas. The tunnel, referred to as “Cybertunnel,” is expected to be operational by July. The company shared the news via a post on X, stating, “Prufrock-3 has emerged in the @Tesla Giga Texas expansion! Cybertunnel will […]

Tesla Model Y ‘Refresh’ in 2024? Nope, Says Elon Musk

Will Tesla release a Model Y ‘refresh’ in 2024 like it did with the new Model 3? According to CEO Elon Musk, the answer is no. When @CuriousPejjy posted on X, “There’s rumors going around that the $TSLA Model Y Refresh will be ready by next month…I’m having a hard time believing that,” he ended […]

2024.15.5 Release Notes: Tesla FSD 12.4.1 without Steering Wheel Nag

Tesla has started rolling out its 2024.15.5 software update for owner testers and it includes the latest Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised version 12.4.1. Elon Musk said a weekend rollout was possible and here it is as promised! This version includes the new cabin camera driver monitoring, which will eliminate the steering wheel nag. But there […]

World’s First Tesla Cybertruck Police Vehicle Revealed by UP.FIT

Unplugged Performance, through its UP.FIT division, has introduced the first-ever Tesla Cybertruck designed for police use. This groundbreaking vehicle, revealed in a recent video, has already attracted interest from law enforcement agencies across the country. The company first teased this was coming back in December. UP.FIT, the global leader in upfitting Teslas for fleet use, […]

SpaceX’s Starship Flight 4 Success: First Soft Landing and More

On early Thursday morning, June 6, 2024, SpaceX achieved a significant milestone by successfully launching its Starship rocket on its fourth test flight to orbit and back. This mission marked the first time several key milestones were reached, providing valuable information for SpaceX to continue to improve the system. The nearly 400-foot-tall rocket, known as […]

Tesla Achieves 50 Millionth 4680 Battery Cell Milestone at Giga Texas

Tesla has announced another major milestone today. After reaching 5 million drive units produced at Giga Nevada, the company has now announced it has produced its 50 millionth 4680 battery cell at Giga Texas. “Congrats 4680 Cell Manufacturing team on building their 50 millionth battery cell at Giga Texas!”, said the company on X just […]

Tesla FSD 12.4.1 Lands for Employees, Weekend Rollout Possible

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has announced the release of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software version 12.4.1 to employees today. He said if the internal testing goes well, the company plans to extend the update to a limited number of external customers this weekend. This latest build includes a significant number of changes, leading some to […]

SpaceX Set for Fourth Starship Flight Test on June 6

SpaceX is preparing for the fourth flight test of its Starship rocket, scheduled to launch on Thursday, June 6, from Starbase in Texas. The 120-minute test window will open at 7:00 a.m. CT. The company received approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to modify its existing vehicle operator license (VOL 23-129) for the Starship/Super […]

Tesla’s Baidu Maps Integration Teased in China [VIDEO]

Tesla has begun offering two distinct mapping options for its vehicles in China, according to a video shared by Baidu. The existing Tesla support map is now complemented by the Baidu map V20, accessible by touching the 3D letters on the screen. Baidu Maps provides a detailed 3D mapping experience compared to Tesla’s 2D support […]

Tesla Preps Full Self-Driving Launch in China, Says Report

Tesla is preparing to register its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software with Chinese authorities ahead of its planned rollout this year, according to three people with knowledge of the matter, reports Reuters. The U.S. EV leader is also considering offering the software as a monthly subscription to its Chinese users, its second-largest market, sources said. A […]

Qatar Airways to Launch Free Starlink In-Flight Wi-Fi 

Qatar Airways has announced the launch of SpaceX’s Starlink’s high-speed, low-latency Wi-Fi on three of its Boeing 777-300 aircraft by the last quarter of this year. This marks the initial phase of a comprehensive rollout strategy aimed at enhancing the passenger experience, with plans to extend SpaceX-powered technology across the entire modern fleet within the […]

Tesla Shareholders: Win a Gigafactory Tour with Elon and Franz

Tesla shareholders have the opportunity to win a tour of the Tesla Gigafactory in Austin, Texas, guided by Elon Musk and lead designer Franz von Holzhausen. The tour, scheduled for June 12, will allow a select group of stockholders to explore the Cybertruck and Model Y manufacturing lines alongside Tesla executives. Participants will also have […]

2023 Tesla Impact Report Highlights

Tesla has published its 2023 Impact Report, showcasing significant strides in environmental sustainability, product efficiency, and social responsibility. The report outlines Tesla’s ongoing efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve product lifecycles, and maintain high standards in its supply chain. Key Highlights: Emissions Reduction: In 2023, Tesla customers avoided over 20 million metric tons of […]