Tesla
Tesla Faces Sexual Harassment Lawsuit, Alleging ‘Nightmarish’ Conditions
Jessica Barraza, 38, has filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against Tesla, alleging “nightmarish” conditions of unchecked inappropriate behavior from coworkers at the electric vehicle (EV) maker’s factory in Fremont, California — reports Reuters. Barraza, who works night shifts at the Fremont factory as a production associate, says she endured “near-daily” catcalls and inappropriate touching during […]
Tesla Ranks Poorly in Consumer Reports 2021 Auto Reliability Report
Some analysts have emphasized how much of the market share Tesla may own within five years, though a new report shows that Tesla drivers may not find the cars as reliable as one would think. Consumer Reports (CR) shared a report on Thursday focusing on Auto Reliability in 2021, and in the report, the publication […]
President Biden Ignoring Tesla Called ‘National Embarrassment’ [VIDEO]
The U.S. House of Representatives passed President Joe Biden’s Build Back Better bill on Friday, and while the legislation increases tax credits for buyers of certain zero-emission vehicle companies, it leaves out support for the largest one – California-based Tesla. A new video from HyperChange shared on Thursday shows the host, Gali, explaining why he […]
CNN Drives a Tesla with Full Self-Driving Beta in NYC–What Could Go Wrong? [VIDEO]
A new video shared by CNN‘s Transportation Editor Michael Ballaban shows him testing out a Tesla Model 3 with Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta engaged on the streets of New York. It appears the vehicle was lent to CNN from an owner who had qualified for FSD beta. The video shows a series of apparent missteps […]
Tesla Shop Gift Cards Now Available in Amounts $420, $69 and More
Tesla has unveiled new gift cards in its online shop for its US Tesla Shop on Friday (via @SawyerMerritt). “Give the gift of Tesla all year long. Add a personalized message to your digital Tesla Gift Card for any occasion and share the transition to a sustainable future with family and friends. Tesla Gift Cards […]
Entry Tesla Model 3 in China Sees Price Increase, Slower 0-100km Acceleration, More Range
Tesla has updated its entry Model 3 rear-wheel drive in China, as noted by @42how_. The updated Model 3 has increased in price by 15,000 RMB to 250,900 RMB. Also, the range has increased from NEDC 486 km to the China light-duty vehicle test cycle (CLTC)556 km. CLTC was created by the China Automotive Technology […]
SpaceX Starlink Wi-Fi Won’t Hit Tesla Superchargers in China: Report
After Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirmed it would be rolling out Starlink internet at U.S. Superchargers, the company has gone on to clarify that it doesn’t plan to use Starlink internet in China. Tesla reportedly stated that it has no plans to use Starlink service in China’s mainland, emphasizing Chinese data storage protocol would be […]
Tesla Could Take 20-25% of Auto Marketshare in 5 Years, Says Cathie Wood
Following Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s decision to exercise options and sell shares, one bullish investor is emphasizing how dominant the electric automaker could become over the next half of a decade. In a virtual interview on Wednesday, Ark Invest CEO and Founder Cathie Wood thinks Tesla could own 20 to 25 percent of market share […]
Tesla App Update: Custom Quick Controls and More; Unlock Supercharger Floor Locks in China
Tesla has updated its mobile apps for iOS and Android to version 4.3, which brings the following features: Customize quick controls on vehicle homepage with a long press Adjust Cabin Overheat Protection Widget improvements Sentry Mode Live Camera Access on supported cars in select countries (car software 2021.40.5 or newer required) After updating the Tesla […]
Tesla Superchargers Coming to Buc’ee’s Locations Across 7 States
Tesla and travel center and convenience store chain Buc’ee’s will be partnering for Superchargers, according to details uncovered by @MarcoRPTesla. Just unearthed an agreement between @Tesla and @Bucees to install Superchargers at 26 different stores across 7 states (TX, AL, GA, FL, TN, KY, SC)!! This is going to be absolutely nuts!!! pic.twitter.com/I7dVA7VdAe — MarcoRP […]
Tesla Asks Judge to Reduce ‘Staggering’ $137 Million Payout in Racism Case
Following a court’s ruling that Tesla must pay $137 million USD to a former contract worker who endured a racially hostile work environment last month, the company is reportedly pushing back on the awarded amount. Tesla asked the federal court in San Francisco to put aside the $137 million USD awarded to former contract worker […]
Tesla ‘King’ of Transition to Electric Vehicles, Says Ross Gerber
Following Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s move to sell another 934,091 shares of Tesla, following a Twitter poll asking if he should sell 10 percent of his stock in Tesla, one bullish investor is pointing out how the company’s recent drop in shares may present an opportunity for fellow investors. Tesla investor and CEO of Gerber […]
Australia University and Teslascope to Study Tesla Car Batteries for Grid Power
Some critics have pointed out that the electrical grid will need to expand to support upcoming gas car sales ban goals, and one Australian research team is already working on the viability of electric vehicles (EVs) providing spare, unused power back to the grid. Researchers at the University of Queensland (UQ) announced plans on Wednesday […]
Elon Musk Exercises Options on Tuesday, Sells 934,091 Tesla Shares Again
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has continued his streak of exercising stock options, then selling shares afterwards. According to new Form-4 filings with the SEC on Tuesday afternoon, Musk exercised 2,113,761 options from his 2012 compensation plan, then proceeded to sell 934,091 shares. This is the third time he’s sold off exactly 934,091 shares, and at […]
Tesla FSD Beta 10.4 in Canada: Victoria Superchargers to Langford Starbucks [VIDEO]
Tesla Full Self-Driving beta tester and Canadian James Locke (@arctechnic) is back sharing another video of his Model 3 testing FSD beta 10.4 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Locke normally works and resides in Santa Clarita, California, but is in Canada with his Model 3. We previously saw him drive from Swartz Bay off a […]