Tesla
Tesla Granted Permission to Make 2,000 Model Y Bodies at Giga Berlin, Says Filing
Tesla will officially be allowed to produce as many as 2,000 Model Y bodies at its not-yet-approved Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg, according to an advanced approval document shared on Monday by Electrek. While Tesla is still awaiting final approval from the Brandenburg Ministry’s Environmental arm, the company reportedly wasn’t happy with the first 250 Model Y bodies […]
Tesla Model Y Battery Test in Sub-Zero Minnesota Weather [VIDEO]
Brian Riebe Drives Electric shared results of how his Model Y did in a below-zero weather test on Sunday, following the snowstorm traffic jam in Virginia which took place last week. In the video, Riebe starts by charging his vehicle and pre-conditioning it before going for a drive, then spends most of his time inside […]
Tesla’s Model 3 is Sold Out in Europe for Q1 Already
Amidst the increasing popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) throughout Europe, Tesla has sold out of its flagship sedan for the first part of the year. Just 10 days into the first quarter, Tesla has sold out of all Model 3 variants in Q1 for European customers, according to updated delivery dates on the region’s Model […]
Tesla to Launch Model S/X in Taiwan, Likely with CCS2 Charge Port
After Tesla stopped accepting Tesla Model S and X orders outside of North America last month, the company is now set to reveal its premium electric vehicles (EVs) in Taiwan. The first Model S and X refresh units are set to take place in Taiwan, according to an email from Tesla shared by @Michael Hsu, […]
Tesla is a ‘Top 2022 Pick’ Says Goldman Sachs, Price Target Hiked to $1,200
Goldman Sachs analyst Mark Delaney raised his price target on Tesla to $1,200 from $1,125 on Monday, citing the automaker’s “robust Q4 deliveries” as a sign of future growth, according to The Street. In addition, Goldman Sachs called Tesla a “Top 2022 Pick,” emphasizing the company’s vertical integration of both software and hardware in its […]
‘Tesla Con Texas’ Aims to Be the ‘Biggest Fan Gathering Ever’ in Austin
The Tesla Owners Club Austin announced on Sunday evening it will hold Tesla Con Texas in early 2022 in Austin, set to be the “biggest Tesla fan gathering ever.” The multi-day event will feature “special guest Tesla social media influencers”, while the event will try to break the world record for the most Tesla cars […]
Tesla Model S Plaid Track Mode Tests: Drifting and Top Speed Runs [VIDEOS]
Now that Tesla has started rolling out its Track Mode for its Model S Plaid, we’re starting to see more hands-on reviews of the feature that previously was only available for the Model 3 Performance. DragTimes has shared a video of Track Mode on the Model S Plaid, hitting a speed of 173 mph (just […]
Tesla 2021.44.30.2 Software Update Rolling Out
Tesla has started rolling out its 2021.44.30.2 software update, as noted by third-party companion software, @Teslascope. We noticed a new Tesla software update 2021.44.30.2 on a Model X Performance (2020) in Guadalajara, Spain. View the rollout of this update here: https://t.co/Rq25RtOibj — Teslascope (@teslascope) January 10, 2022 Software version 2021.44.30.2 was spotted from the Teslascope […]
New 2022 Tesla Colors from Giga Berlin [PICS]
During the Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg County Fair in October, Tesla “hid” a Model Y with a brand new color option in the on-site paint shop for guests to stumble upon. Soon after, we learned that Giga Berlin would produce cars in three new paint colors: Deep Crimson Multi-Coat Abyss Blue Multi-Coat Mercury Silver Metallic Now, color […]
Tesla Explains ‘Cold Weather Best Practices’ with In-Car Message
Tesla’s recent 2021.44.30 software update also includes a pop-up message when hopping into the vehicle in cold climates. The message “Cold Weather Best Practices” shows up, urging owners to “Tap to learn more”. Once you do, you’re directed to your vehicle’s manual, specifically the Driving section that mentions “Cold Weather Best Practices”. Tesla says you […]
Tesla Model X Refresh Now Comes with Double-Paned Front/Rear Windows
Tesla’s all-electric Model X SUV now comes with laminated glass windows in both the front and the rear (via @CustomTesla). Model X now has laminated side glass at the front and rear 👍 now the Model 3 with rear laminated glass is missing. Then all cars have it. Model Y came with laminated side glass […]
How to Mine Cryptocurrency with your Tesla Like These Owners
For a recently published story, CNBC talked to several Tesla owners who have mined Bitcoin and other altcoins, including Ethereum and more, using the internal computer and/or battery power of their cars. San Francisco-based Siraj Raval has tried mining cryptocurrencies on his 2018 Tesla Model 3 using every way possible. From running free Bitcoin mining software […]
Tesla Said to Begin Model Y Production at Giga Texas in 7-10 Days: Analyst
According to Wedbush Managing Director and Senior Equity Analyst, Daniel Ives, he believes Tesla is ready to kick off Model Y production at its new Gigafactory in Austin, Texas, in a matter of 7-10 days. “Based on our analysis of Giga Austin it appears paperwork is now clearing the way for Model Y production starting […]
Tesla Launches Model Y Deliveries in the United Kingdom [PICS]
Tesla has officially launched Model Y deliveries in the United Kingdom, with new owners showing off pictures of their right-hand drive vehicles on social media. According to images shared by @TeslaOwnersUK via a new owner named Nicholas, we’re seeing images of red and grey Model Y compact crossover SUVs, imported from Gigafactory Shanghai. Loads more […]
Tesla 2021.44.30.1 Software Update Rolling Out
Tesla has started rolling out its 2021.44.30.1 software update, as noted by @Teslascope, detected on Model S Plaid in Florida, in the United States. We noticed a new Tesla software update 2021.44.30.1 on a Model S Plaid (2021) in Florida, United States. View the rollout of this update here: https://t.co/3XjeSajjXd — Teslascope (@teslascope) January 8, […]