Model S
Tesla Now Resets Forward Collision Warning to Medium After Each Drive in 2023.6
In the latest 2023.6 software update rollout, Tesla has introduced a change to its Forward Collision Warning system, which now automatically resets the warning sensitivity to the default Medium setting at the start of each drive. The system provides visual, audible, and haptic feedback warnings, which are canceled automatically when the risk of a collision […]
Tesla Launches Model S/X Deliveries in China’s Mainland [VIDEO]
Tesla has officially launched Model S and Model X deliveries in China’s mainland, announced on Monday morning. The Tesla Asian account shared a cool promo video of Model S and Model X vehicles offloading from a delivery ship today, as part of the announcement: 2023 Model S & Model X Deliveries Begin in China’s Mainland!🎉 […]
Tesla Exploited at Pwn2Own 2023, Hackers Win $100,000 and Model 3 [Update]
Back in January the Pwn2Own security conference announced Tesla would be a sponsor again for 2023. The conference offers cash prizes for white hat hackers to demonstrate live exploits, allowing companies such as Tesla to learn more about beefing up their software and hardware security. This year saw the addition of the Steam VM Escape category […]
How Tesla’s Drag Strip Mode Works [VIDEO]
Tesla has aired a new video on its YouTube video to explain how Drag Strip Mode works on a Model S Plaid. Chris from Tesla Performance Engineering shared some key insights into how this feature works, which transforms the way Tesla Model S Plaid owners experience acceleration and speed on the drag strip. Drag Strip […]
First Private Tesla Model S Plaid at Nürburgring Raceway [VIDEO]
German racecar driver Sebastian Vittel shared footage of him driving his own personal Tesla Model S Plaid out to the Nüburgring racetrack on Sunday, marking the first private Model S Plaid to hit the track, according to the video. Vittel pointed out that conditions on the track were far from ideal, with some dirt and […]
Tesla Autopilot Cleared in Fatal Newport Beach Crash
Authorities have concluded that Tesla’s Autopilot was not engaged during the tragic crash on May 12 involving a Tesla Model S Plaid, which killed three people and injured three others, reports the L.A. Times. The incident occurred on Pacific Coast Highway in Newport Beach, California, when the vehicle collided with construction equipment at high speed. […]
First Tesla Model S Plaid Arrives in Chinese Showroom
The first Tesla Model S Plaid has finally landed in China, arriving at one of the company’s showrooms in Shanghai, China, according to a tweet from @JayinShanghai. “It’s time to witness the ultimate driving experience that this beast has to offer. So, gear up and head over to the showroom to get a glimpse of […]
You Can Now Buy a Tesla Model S/X Steering Wheel Retrofit [VIDEO]
Tesla is offering its Model S and X steering wheel retrofit kit for $700 on its online shop, and now buyers can scan a QR code to purchase the kit directly from the company’s app. With this retrofit, users can switch from a steering yoke to the traditional steering wheel. Originally, Model S and Model […]
First Tesla Model S/X Vehicles Arrive at Port in China
Tesla appears to be nearing the first customer deliveries of its latest Model S and Model X, as a batch of the vehicles have landed in China. That’s according to info shared by @Tslachan, who noted 867 Model S and Model X vehicles made their way into Tianjin Port in China, arriving aboard the ship […]
Tesla Unlocks Model S Plaid Top Speed with Carbon Ceramic Brake Kit [VIDEO]
Tesla’s upcoming $20,000 USD Carbon Ceramic Brake Kit for the Model S Plaid has been confirmed to unlock the high-end electric sedan’s 200mph top speed, according to a new video from Sebastian Vittel (via @BLKMDL3). It looks like it’s CONFIRMED that the Tesla carbon ceramic brake upgrade unlocks the 200mph top speed of the Model S […]
First Look: Tesla’s New Ultra Red Paint Spotted in the Wild [PICS]
After unveiling a new Ultra Red paint option for the Model S and Model X yesterday, we have now what looks to be the first sighting of this new $3,000 upgrade in the wild, spotted by none other than The Kilowatts (@klwtts). The Kilowatts shared pictures of an Ultra Red Model X that was Supercharging […]
Tesla Updates Glass Roof for Model S and Model X, Innovating Once Again
Tesla today announced some updates for the Model S and Model X, such as a new Ultra Red paint color that looks beautiful. The company also shared some updates on Twitter related to the glass roof on Model S and Model X as well. “Glass roof now weighs less & lets in 5x more light […]
Tesla Shows Off Ultra Red Paint for Model S and Model X [VIDEO]
Tesla introduced a new paint colour for Model S and Model X last night, called Ultra Red. The new paint is a slightly deeper red version of the previous Red Multi-Coat, and also comes with a higher price tag at $3,000 USD, up $500 versus before. Tesla also shared a new promo video today, showcasing […]
Tesla Debuts ‘Ultra Red’ Paint for Model S/X, Costs $500 More Than Before
Tesla has launched new colour options for Model S and Model X, debuting Ultra Red. The old Red Multi-Coat is no longer available and Ultra Red looks to bring a slightly deeper tone versus the previous colour. The Ultra Red paint option costs $3,000 USD for Model S and Model X, which is a $500 […]
Tesla Confirms Model S/X with HW4 Has 2 Forward Cameras, Not 3
After Tesla started delivering Model S and Model X vehicles with Hardware 4 (HW4), owners shared pictures of new Autopilot cameras for the front, side and rear. For the front cameras, we saw three cameras in a new layout, leading many to believe there are three being used for Autopilot and Full Self-Driving capabilities. But […]