Tesla looks to be making a cost-cutting measure for new builds of its Model Y and some Model 3 vehicles, according to new owners. According to u/Chrissugar21 on Reddit, the new Model Y owner picked up the compact crossover SUV from Tesla (VIN 199 XXX), only to notice the passenger seat no longer includes lumbar […]
Tesla investor and enthusiast Sawyer Merritt (@SawyerMerritt) confirmed last night anyone who put in an order for a refreshed Tesla Model S or Model X before May 6 should now have the estimated delivery timeline updated on their Tesla account. @advz01 ordered a Model X on Feb 20th. He now has a new estimated delivery […]
In a new video shared on Thursday, YouTube channel Gabeincal shows off a flyover at Tesla’s factory in Fremont, California. According to the drone video, we see a new Tesla Semi, and what appears to be a Tesla Model X refresh with white interior, possibly a Plaid build (do you see red brake calipers?), at […]
Numerous people who placed an order for a Tesla Model X refresh are seeing an updated ‘estimated delivery’ of April, when they log into their online accounts. But despite the April date for estimated delivery, many on Reddit are saying this date cannot be seen as next month, considering the Model S refresh hasn’t even […]
Earlier this week video leaked of a Tesla Model S refresh, showing ‘Smart Shift’, which is the vehicle predicting which drive mode you should be in based on data from Autopilot cameras. Now we have a video of how to manually change drive modes in the upcoming Model S and Model X refresh, according to […]
Software update 2021.4.3 started rolling out to Tesla vehicles on Wednesday, boasting a number of improvements and fixes. According to a Reddit thread, the update has also fixed the rear camera darkness issue that’s been plaguing Model S and Model X units with the Media Control Unit (MCU) 2 upgrade since as far back as update 2020.48.35.5. […]
During Elon Musk’s interview with Sandy Munro shared today, the Tesla CEO revealed a tidbit involving the upcoming Model S and Model X refresh. According to Musk, he says the latest Model S/X refresh will ditch traditional lead acid 12V batteries, and instead see a lithium-ion 12V battery instead. Traditional 12V batteries power electronics in […]
Earlier this month the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) asked Tesla to recall 158,000 Model S and Model X vehicles, related to touchscreen failures posing a safety issue. Now on Tuesday, Tesla has agreed to the voluntary NHTSA recall, reports Reuters. According to Tesla in its filing with the NHTSA, it said “in the interest of […]
Tesla today unveiled its new 2021 Model S and Model X refresh, bringing new interior and exterior features. One feature not talked about, but mentioned within Tesla’s Q4 2020 deck is the inclusion of a heat pump in the new Model S and Model X. This means Tesla’s entire lineup now includes a heat pump, […]
Image via West Vancouver Police Earlier this month, a 58-year old man was hit by a Tesla Model X in West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, only to see the electric vehicle flee the scene. After extensive media coverage of the hit-and-run incident, the Tesla driver has come forward, reports North Shore News: The 91-year-old driver […]
Tesla has announced its new Model X refresh, joining the Model S in gaining a new look and features. Tesla’s website for Model X and Model X also gets a slight redesign as well. Here’s what’s available for Model X–with both showing estimated delivery in April: Dual Motor AWD Long Range: $89,990 USD; 360 mile […]
According to a KBA spokesman, the German motor transport authority has launched an inquiry into the safety risks associated with possible touchscreen failure on Tesla’s vehicles, formally asking the electric car manufacturer for information on the matter (via Reuters). The issue being investigated is a Media Control Unit (MCU) failure that renders Tesla’s touchscreens completely […]
Tesla has slashed the price of its Model S and Model X Infotainment Upgrade by $1,000 USD. According to an update on Tesla’s Infotainment Upgrade page, the new price is showing as $1,500 USD, down 40% compared to before, at $2,500. “Owners of compatible vehicles can schedule an appointment through the Tesla app for purchase […]
Image via West Coast Customs American rapper and Migos member Quavo (Quavious Keyate Marshall) wanted to customize his Tesla Model X, so he reached out to Burbank, California-based West Coast Customs, which documented the crazy build on YouTube. According to the mod shop, “Quavo Huncho said he wanted a bloody @Tesla X after seeing and […]
Tesla has sent an email to its employees to let them know of Model S and Model X production lines shutting down for the holidays. According to an email obtained by CNBC, Tesla says Model S/X production lines will shut down from December 24 to January 11, 2021. The Tesla email is below: Subject: S/X […]