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Tesla Model S Price Dropping to $69,420 Tonight Says Elon Musk
After dropping the price of the Tesla Model S on Monday down $3,000 USD, CEO Elon Musk says the price is dropping again, as of tonight. “The gauntlet has been thrown down! The prophecy will be fulfilled. Model S price changes to $69,420 tonight!”, said Musk on Wednesday afternoon. The gauntlet has been thrown down! […]
Tesla Autopilot Can Be ‘Tricked’ by Phantom Images: Researcher
Tesla’s driver-assistance service, called Autopilot, has been known for having some safety issues in the past, though the company plans to release its full self-driving beta sometime soon. Now, Tesla Autopilot cameras are mistaking stop signs and other momentarily flashed images for obstructions, causing Teslas to stop completely, as reported by Wired. Yisroel Mirsky, a […]
Charleston and Hilton Head, SC Getting New Tesla Superchargers
As the transition from conventional gas vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs) takes hold, the charging infrastructure will have a long way to go before it’s comparable to the role of gas stations. Still, Tesla and other companies are expanding their charging network as much as possible, and the change isn’t unwelcome. Tesla is building new […]
2021 Tesla Model X Gets Range Increase to 371 Miles Says Vehicle Sticker
It looks like Tesla’s Model X is getting a range increase, according to a 2021 Monroney sticker shared by a user on the TMC forums. “I just took delivery of a 2021 Model X, vin 308XXX, and I was surprised to see that the EPA Monroney Sticker lists the range at 371 miles,” explains TMC […]
Tesla Looking to Build Service Center in Israel
Tesla showrooms, service centers, and factories are popping up around the world, In a new announcement, Tesla is currently talking with Israel to set up its very first service center in the country, as reported by Tesmanian (use code TESLANORTH10 to save 10% off the store). The electric vehicle (EV) company is in discussion regarding […]
S&P Upgrades Tesla Debt Rating, Investment Grade Nears
Tesla (TSLA) has had a busy few months, and it’s expected to release its Q3 earnings next week. On Monday, S&P Global Ratings raised its debt ratings on Tesla from B+ to BB-, according to Market Watch. This places the company just two notches away from an investment-grade rating. Tesla stocks (TSLA) rose 2% on Monday […]
Tesla Model X Tows Airstream Bambi, ‘The Perfect Tesla Camper’ [VIDEO]
Electric vehicles (EVs) are on the rise, but will there soon be a time when Tesla and other EVs can tow trailers? The answer is yes – that time has come sooner than you’d ever expect. YouTube channel All Electric Family released a new video, in which the family of four tows an Airstream in […]
Tesla Factory Disruption Was Caused by Breonna Taylor Protest
In an email, a Tesla employee at the Fremont factory shared that a protest following Breonna Taylor’s grand jury decision caused operations to cease for a short time, according to Protocol. In a separate email, one of Tesla’s engineers told fellow colleagues that the disruption was simply a “peaceful direct action protest,” in response to […]
Tesla Drops Price of Model S by $3,000, Now Starts at $71,990
Tesla has dropped the price of its Model S sedan tonight by $3,000 USD for its Long Range Plus and Performance versions. The new prices are as follows: Model S Long Range Plus – $71,990 USD (was $74,990 USD) Model S Performance – $91,990 USD (was $94,990 USD) In Canada, Model S now starts at […]
Tesla and Fastned to Build Germany’s Largest Fast-Charging Station
It’s going to be tough for the world’s charging infrastructure to keep up with the shift from conventional gas cars to modern electric vehicles (EVs). However, with help from a number of companies, including tech EV giant Tesla, the charging network may have a shot at keeping up with demand. Now, Tesla will Team up […]
Tesla Battery Supplier LG Chem Predicts Record-Breaking Q3
According to Reuters, LG Chem Ltd, one of Tesla’s primary battery suppliers, said Monday that its Q3 profits were most likely at a record high. LG Chem estimated an opening profit jump of 159% to $788.94 billion (USD), compared to an analyst estimation of 746 billion (USD), stated prior by Refinitiv SmartEstimate. The news of […]
Tesla Model 3 Saves Driver from Head-On Collision at 70 mph
Consumers seem to be aware of the sheer safety of driving a Tesla, but we hope none of them have to put that to the test. Fortunately, when tested, it has held up and saved many peoples’ lives. Saturday night, Tesla owner Jen Dunlap was driving a Model 3 on the highway and was involved […]
Tesla India Order Configurator Launches January 2021 Says Elon Musk
With recent reports of Tesla looking at Bengaluru for expansion into India, many are left wondering what the timeline will look like. For those wondering, the answer just might come sooner than expected. In a response on Twitter Monday morning, Tesla CEO Elon Musk told a user that the company would probably release an order […]
Tesla Full Self-Driving Beta Release Date: October 20 Says Elon Musk
While Tesla Autopilot’s self-driving feature has not yet been released to the public, it is set to release for beta testing soon, according to the electric vehicle (EV) company’s head. On Twitter Monday, Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirmed that limited full self-driving beta testing would be releasing next Tuesday, . In the tweet, Musk wrote […]
Tesla Model 3 Glovebox Refresh: USB Port for Sentry Mode Storage
We continue to find out more about Tesla’s latest Model 3 refresh. From chrome delete, a new center console, power trunk, new wheels (maybe wheel covers?) and more, today we now find out the glove box has been updated. According to Electrek, the Tesla Model 3 refresh will now include a USB port in the […]