A new Tesla Model Y with “Robotaxi” graffiti on the side was spotted driving itself through what looked to be South Congress Avenue in Austin, Texas, early Tuesday morning — with no one behind the wheel. The video, posted on X by user @TerrapinTerpene, shows the vehicle cruising autonomously with only a safety operator in […]
Tesla has officially appeared on the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles’ list of “Known AV Operators in Austin”—a move that confirms the company is actively testing autonomous vehicles in the city. We know that Tesla is rumoured to launch its robotaxi network in Austin on June 12 this week. X user @TeslaYoda first noticed the […]
Tesla is now offering a $1,000 discount on new vehicles in Canada for verified first responders, teachers, and students. The offer applies to all new purchases of the Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y, and Cybertruck. Buyers must verify their status through ID.me before placing an order. Once verified, eligible customers will be […]
SpaceX’s Starlink has rolled out its most rugged internet solution to date: the Starlink Performance Kit, designed for high-speed connectivity in the world’s harshest environments. Built with an aluminum enclosure and rated IP69K for water and dust protection, the kit can deliver download speeds over 400 Mbps, even in extreme weather, remote job sites, and […]
Tesla is making another attempt to secure naming rights for its upcoming self-driving ride-hailing service, this time by filing trademark applications for the term “Tesla Robotaxi.” The filings come after the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) raised concerns over the company’s previous trademark requests for the more general terms “Robotaxi” and “Cybercab.” According to […]
Tesla has successfully tested its self-driving Model Y vehicles on public streets in Austin with no incidents, according to a statement from CEO Elon Musk on May 28, 2025. The tests, conducted over several days with no one in the driver’s seat, mark a significant milestone in Tesla’s push toward fully autonomous vehicles. Musk also […]
Tesla is preparing to launch its long-awaited robotaxi service in Austin as soon as Thursday, June 12, according to a person familiar with the matter, reports Bloomberg. The internal date—previously unreported—marks a key step in CEO Elon Musk’s ambition to shift Tesla’s focus toward autonomous vehicles and artificial intelligence. However, the launch date could still […]
Tesla has released a new video showing its Optimus humanoid robot completing everyday household tasks entirely on its own — no remote control required. In the video, Optimus is seen taking out the trash, sweeping with a dustpan, vacuuming, opening a cabinet, tearing off a paper towel, stirring a pot, and even closing curtains. In […]
Tesla’s long-awaited robotaxi service is set to launch next month, starting in Austin, Texas. According to CEO Elon Musk in an interview with CNBC (the CEO’s second interview of the day) the company is taking a careful approach to ensure safety, beginning with just 10 autonomous vehicles before expanding to over 1,000 in the following […]
Elon Musk joined the Qatar Economic Forum virtually on May 20, 2025, in an intense and wide-ranging interview that touched on everything from Tesla’s leadership to political controversies. He was interviewed by Bloomberg’s Mishal Husain, with the reporter asking antagonizing and rapid-fire “gotcha” questions to Musk, with gaslighting as well. Speaking remotely from Giga Texas […]
Tesla is partnering with Lyft to offer eligible rideshare drivers up to $2,000 in combined perks when purchasing a new Tesla. The limited-time offer is aimed at Lyft drivers in good standing and includes incentives from both companies. Drivers who buy and take delivery of a new Tesla by June 30, 2025, will receive $1,000 […]
Tesla is adding Jack Hartung, a longtime Chipotle executive, to its Board of Directors starting June 1, 2025. The company disclosed the appointment in a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Hartung joined Chipotle in 2002 and played a major role in the company’s expansion over the past two decades. He most […]
Tesla shared a new video of its Optimus humanoid robot dancing yesterday, and it’s downright incredible. The video is a follow-up to a teaser shared earlier this week by CEO Elon Musk. The new video is about 42 seconds long and shows Optimus able to do a variety of dances, such as ballet, the running […]
Elon Musk has confirmed that Tesla will bring its Robotaxi service and Optimus humanoid robots to Saudi Arabia. The announcement came at the Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum, marking another step in Tesla’s global expansion. Musk travelled to the Kingdom with President Donald Trump. Musk also revealed that Starlink was approved to begin offering service for maritime […]
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has sent a detailed information request to Tesla, demanding answers about the company’s upcoming robotaxi service and the safety of its self-driving technology. The letter, dated May 8, 2025, was addressed to Tesla’s Director of Field Quality and made public today. NHTSA says it is closely watching […]
