Tesla
New Tesla Service Center Coming to Puerto Rico: Report
New Tesla service centers, showrooms, and factories are popping up all over the world, with further plans of development already in the works. According to a post on Reddit, Puerto Rico is now gaining its very own Tesla service center, as depicted by a building permit posted on the fence of the new property in […]
Tesla Model 3 Sound Issue: No Fix Yet, Only Promise of Firmware Update
As a brand, Tesla is no stranger to bugs or design flaws. Still, seeing certain recurring bugs, especially those that place the driver in danger, can make any electric vehicle (EV) enthusiast’s blood boil. For one specific example, Tesla owners are seeing a recurring bug where the sound of anything within the car does not […]
Tesla Details its UK Energy Plan, Virtual Power Plant in Email
Plans are in motion throughout the world for electric vehicle (EV) company Tesla, and the newest story is bringing clean energy to millions outside of the country’s home in the United States (US). Tesla has officially launched its energy plan for United Kingdom (UK) customers, having made the initial filing in May 2020, as reported […]
Tesla Supercharger in Osoyoos, BC to Also Include 3 CCS/CHAdeMO Chargers
Electric vehicle (EV) giant Tesla is expanding its presence through factories, showrooms, charging infrastructure, and more – and it shows no signs of slowing down any time soon. In recent charging network news, Tesla will be placing 8 new Superchargers as well as 3 dual-port combined charging systems (CCS) in Osoyoos, British Columbia, in Canada, […]
Tesla Model 3 Gets New EPA Range and Efficiency Ratings
As the years go on, electric vehicles (EVs) are growing more and more efficient, with increased ranges and battery capacities. And the good news is that we’re just getting started when it comes to seeing what EVs can do. On Tuesday, the EPA’s official website updated range and efficiency ratings for the most recent iteration […]
Tesla Autopilot Ranks ‘Distant Second’ to GM Super Cruise: Consumer Reports
General Motors’ (GM) Super Cruise bested Tesla’s Autopilot in a series of assessments with vehicles containing driver-assistance systems on Wednesday. The assessment, conducted by Consumer Reports, found a Tesla Model Y equipped with Autopilot to be a “distant second” from a Cadillac CT6 with Super Cruise. The latest test landed the Cadillac a 69 out […]
Tesla 2020.40.9 Software Update Rolling Out: What’s New
Tesla has started rolling out its 2020.40.9 software update to select owners. It appears this update is releasing for Tesla owners in Europe according to @TeslaFi: Software version 2020.40.9 was just detected on a Tesla Model 3 Performance DM in Vlaams Brabant Belgium on https://t.co/uh4cmhSoAQ. Follow the release at https://t.co/iHwm7sCysz — TeslaFi (@teslafi) October 27, […]
Tesla FSD Beta: Folding Mirrors on Narrow Street; Slowing for Speed Bumps [VIDEOS]
More Tesla Full Self-Driving beta videos are here, showing new behaviours and skills of the Neural Net. Tesla owner Kim Paquette from Newport, Rhode Island, has been sharing various videos of FSD beta at work. She says videos were filmed on an iPhone 8 mounted to the glass roof of her Tesla. Some new videos […]
Tesla ‘Short Shorts’ Get Unboxing Treatment [PICS]
Back in July, Tesla launched limited edition ‘Short Shorts’ for sale online, which offer “exceptional comfort from the closing bell.” The shorts were launched by CEO Elon Musk to shove in the face of short-sellers betting against Tesla. These red satin shorts were priced at $69.420 each and now we’re seeing the first unboxing of […]
Tesla Model 3 Performance Spotted with New Uberturbine Wheels
The 2021 Model 3 refresh is coming, and the electric vehicle (EV) will be getting a number of exciting updates. User u/ruffells shared a photo on the Tesla Motors subreddit of the new 2021 Model 3 Performance out for delivery, just outside the Fremont factory. Users on Reddit agreed that the Model 3 was likely […]
Tesla Full Self-Driving Beta Demo: Edna Valley Shown from 3 Camera Angles [VIDEO]
Sofiaan Fraval from the Third Row Tesla Podcast has shared an excellent Full Self-Driving beta video filmed earlier this week, detailing his 17-minute drive through Edna Valley in California. Fraval’s video is unique as he has four camera views, showing the road, steering wheel, Tesla display and his reactions while driving. “Check out this route […]
Tesla Supercharger Rates Around the World Compared: Canada Has Lowest Rates
Tesla Supercharging has now become available in South Korea, with V2 rates of $0.275 per kWh, according to a post shared on Reddit. The post, shared by user u/southcongresser, depicts a number of different countries with varying charge rates, based on information from Tesla. While the graphic says Tier 2 in USD, it’s actually supposed […]
Tesla Paid $3 Million to Elon Musk for Director and Officer Indemnity
In recent news, Tesla paid CEO Elon Musk $3 million for 90 days worth of business insurance which indemnifies executives of the company from certain legal expenses, as reported by CNBC on Tuesday. The news comes from a filing that replaced the controversial agreement with a more traditional form of insurance. Earlier in the year, […]
Tesla Model 3 Performance Now Comes with Pirelli Tires
Recent design changes have led to a number of exciting, refreshed design elements throughout Tesla’s lineup, most of which have had fans excited. According to a post made on Reddit, the Tesla Model 3 Performance now comes stock with Pirelli P-Zero tires, a change made within the recent design upgrades. The Model 3 Performance previously […]
Tesla Model 3 Dominates Gas Cars at Targa West Rally
A 2019 Tesla Model 3 Performance has now won first place in the 130 class of Australia’s Targa West Rally for the first time by almost 10 minutes, according to The Driven. The Model 3 Performance won out over a number of conventional gas cars, most notably, a Holden Commodore VF SS V which landed […]