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An incoming update is set to provide better access to a Tesla’s touchscreen controls during media playback, according to a recent report. Tesla’s upcoming software update version 2022.28 is set to include Theater Mode for watching videos in a smaller-sized video frame, as reported by Not a Tesla App. The software hasn’t yet begun rolling […]

After Chuck Cook’s unprotected left turn tests using the Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta gained popularity on the internet, and even got a mention from Tesla, the YouTube host is now taking to double green lights to see how the system does. In a new video shared on Monday, Chuck Cook performed tests at a double […]

Implementing Tesla’s 4680 battery cell has been quite the process, but some experts say the end result could chop battery pack pricing by as much as half once it enters mass production. Tesla could cut Model Y battery costs in half with the introduction of the 4680 battery cell, according to several sources familiar with […]

After Tesla discontinued the sale of its Powerwall without solar panels last year, the company could be slated to reintroduce the option by the end of this year, according to the CEO. @Elon Musk said in a tweet on Tuesday that customers should be able to order a Powerwall without buying Tesla solar by the […]

Check out all of the new Tesla Superchargers that opened up across the globe this past week, courtesy of data from Supercharge.info and the TMC Forums: Date Opened Location Number of Stalls Power Rating Official Listing August 29, 2022 92 Bracken Road, Sandyford, Dublin, Ireland 4 250 kW Tesla August 30, 2022 2 Robert-Bosch-Straße, Regensburg, Germany 12 […]

Tesla appears to be inching closer to launching in Thailand as the electric vehicle (EV) maker ramps up hiring efforts in the country — reports Reuters. The company is hiring a business development manager, several recruiters, and more in Thailand, its website shows. Tesla has nearly 20 Bangkok-based jobs listed on its website, including positions […]

Tesla was supposed to release Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta 10.69.2 along with its price hike today for FSD, but that never happened. Now, Tesla CEO Elon Musk has clarified when FSD beta 10.69.2 will be available for download. Musk just announced on Monday the release of 10.69.2 would be “probably end of week”, noting it […]

Tesla’s electric vehicles (EVs) have helped cut carbon emissions in China by more than 650,000 tons so far this year (via @SawyerMerritt). The reduction in China’s CO2 emissions that can be attributed to Tesla is equal to planting more than 1.3 million hectares of forest. The information comes from an interview with Li Haolin, Tesla China’s […]

As promised, Tesla has increased the price of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) capability to $15,000 USD. Two weeks ago, CEO Elon Musk said FSD would be increasing in price to $15,000 USD on September 5, “after wide release of FSD beta 10.69.2”. Now, we don’t have FSD beta 10.69.2 just yet, as testers have access […]

Apple came out ahead of actual automotive brands like Tesla and BMW in a recent car buyer interest survey despite the tech giant never even confirming it’s working on a vehicle, let alone delivering any, according to a study by Strategic Vision (via Business Insider). Strategic Vision recently surveyed 200,000 new-vehicle owners to find out […]

A recent Tesla crash test conducted by global insurance firm Axa that ended with the electric vehicle (EV) catching fire was staged — reports National Public Radio. The Paris-based company recorded the supposed crash and its aftermath, posting the video to YouTube. Axa claimed the test demonstrated how the batteries that power electric cars are […]

Image via u/Aranfiy Tesla has started sending out in-app messages urging California owners to charge at off-peak hours, to help alleviate stress on the state’s grid due to the ongoing heat wave. “The current heat wave is expected to stress California’s grid this weekend. Use the Scheduled Departure setting to ensure your vehicle is charged […]

Following the release of Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta version 10.69.1 earlier this week, Tesla is now rolling out version 10.69.1.1, an incremental update. #FSDBeta v10.69.1.1 release notes pic.twitter.com/DogCY9qK1l — Chuck Cook (@chazman) September 3, 2022 FSD beta tester James Locke took his Tesla with the latest FSD build out for a spin on Saturday, putting […]

Tesla was way ahead of the pack in Bexar County, Texas, which saw electric vehicle (EV) sales jump 184% through July of this year as compared to the same period last year — reports San Antonio Express-News. Bexar County saw the highest year-over-year increase in EV sales volume across Texas, up to 3,815 units. The […]

Tesla launched sales of its Model Y in Singapore back in early June, and about three months later, the first deliveries took place on the island state. Yesterday, Tesla announced the first 11 Model Y vehicles were delivered in Singapore at the Tao Payoh Experience Center, saying “congrats and welcome these 11 customers to the […]