Tesla
Tesla’s Camera-Based Autopilot Now Lets You Follow Cars Closer
As Tesla’s Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD) systems continue to improve, new updates will often add or modify features, and a recent feature change allows drivers to follow cars a little more closely than before. In Tesla’s software update 2021.4.21.3, one Model 3 owner reported expanded Autopilot and Tesla Vision following distance limitations in the […]
Tesla Model S Plaid Sets Track Record at Buttonwillow Raceway [VIDEO]
The Tesla Model S Plaid has received rave reviews for its quick launch and impressive speeds, and despite the fact that it’s an electric vehicle (EV), it’s already breaking some records. Unplugged Performance released a video on Wednesday showing footage from its first run with “Dark Helmet,” a Tesla Model S Plaid, taking place with […]
First Tesla Cars Made in Berlin Hopefully in October, Says Elon Musk
As Tesla’s presence grows around the world, the company has had a few hold-ups trying to complete the construction of a production facility in Germany, though it has now reached the home stretch, according to a new statement from the company’s head. In a recent visit to the currently under construction Grünheide factory, Tesla CEO […]
Tesla Giving Free Model Y ‘All Weather Protection Kit’ to Select Owners in the US, Canada
Tesla has told its internal teams select Model Y owners in parts of the United States and Canada will be receiving free ‘All-Weather Protection Kits’ free of charge. This kit for Model Y owners consists of both Paint Protection Film (PPF) and Mud Flaps at no extra charge. Tesla says this complimentary offering is for […]
TEIN Flex Z Coilovers for Tesla Model 3 RWD Coming Soon
We just received confirmation from Downey, California-based TEIN USA that the Flex Z coilovers for Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) are in production. This will mark the first coilover product from the Japanese accessory maker for Tesla vehicles. According to TEIN USA in an email to Tesla North, the company anticipates its new Flex […]
Tesla’s Model 3 Standard Range Plus Just Sold Out in the U.S. and Canada for 2021
Tesla’s Model 3 Standard Range Plus has just sold out in Canada and the USA, as estimated delivery dates are now showing January 2022 (via @SawyerMerritt). This means an order placed today for the entry Model 3 won’t be delivered until January of next year, about five months away. Previously, the entry Model 3 estimated […]
Tesla Hires Former Auto Journalist to Join PR Team in China
Tesla has hired a new personnel member to head up public relations in China, drawing from a Chinese publication equivalent to Motor Trend. Former editor-in-chief of automobile publication DongCheDi, Bai Chaoyang, has joined Tesla China and will be responsible for “media dissemination,” according to @Ray4Tesla. The news will reportedly strengthen the company’s China public relations […]
Elon Musk Says Renesas and Bosch’s Chip Supply is ‘Problematic’
As Tesla’s Chinese rivals NIO, Li Auto and Xpeng Motors continue to churn out electric vehicles in the world’s largest auto market, some analysts are speculating as to how the competitive sales and deliveries are trending. On Thursday, ARK Invest head @Cathie Wood shared a photo depicting Tesla’s shipments in China compared to NIO, Xpeng, […]
Elon Musk Visits with German Leaders in Charge of Gigafactory Berlin Site
Tesla CEO Elon Musk met with Jörg Steinbach, Minister for Economics, Labor and Energy of the State of Brandenburg, Germany, where the electric vehicle company’s Gigafactory is currently being constructed. According to a tweet from Steinbach on Wednesday evening, he said, “Very relaxed evening meeting with @elonmusk, [Prime Minister Dietmar Woidke], co-workers on both sides […]
Tesla FSD Beta 8.2 vs. 9.1 Side-By-Side Comparison [VIDEO]
Tesla’s semi-autonomous driving software has been making headlines since its unveiling of the camera-only version of Tesla Vision for Autopilot and Full Self-Driving. In a new video from Frenchie released on Wednesday, we get a side-by-side look at Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta performance between software versions 8.2 and 9.1. The video depicts footage of […]
First Look: Sudbury’s Tesla Model 3 Fleet For Paramedics
Back in April, the Canadian City of Sudbury in Ontario, Canada, announced it was set to purchase a Tesla Model 3 fleet for its paramedic services, and four months later, we have updated images to share of this new electric vehicle line up. The Model 3 vehicles purchased include four cars for use as non-emergency […]
Tesla Autopark: Camera-Based Version Put to the Test [VIDEO]
Following the discovery by a Tesla hacker of different languages within Tesla’s source code by, the same hacker has tested the company’s refreshed Model S Autopark feature and shared the experience on social media. @Green tested the updated Tesla’s Autopark feature that is destined only for the new refresh Model S (but the feature is […]
Tesla to Build More Model Y Variants in China, Filings Show
Just a month after Tesla launched the Model Y Standard Range rear-wheel-drive (RWD) variant in mainland China, new filings hint that the company may be looking to offer as many as five different variants of the well sought-after electric compact crossover SUV. Tesla filed for five different Model Y variants to China’s Ministry of Industry […]
Tesla Brings Back the ‘Model S Brake Calipers Set’ for $2,300 USD
Tesla has brought back an add-on for its older Model S sedan, as the Model S Brake Calipers Set has returned to the online store for $2,300 USD. The company says the set “provides an unmistakably sporty, eye-catching look, and gives that extra special touch for drivers who want their vehicle to stand out from […]
Tesla Sold Nearly 33,000 China-Made Vehicles in July
Tesla’s factory in China has produced electric vehicles (EVs) for a number of countries around the world, and according to new data, the company produced an impressive number of EVs in July. The China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) released data on Tuesday showing that Tesla sold 32,968 China-produced vehicles in July, including a total of […]