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The city of Newport is doubling down on its move to electrify its police department, adding four more Tesla Model Y vehicles to its fleet — reports Link nky. The decision, approved at a city commission meeting on June 16, follows a successful pilot program that began in December 2023 with the introduction of three Tesla […]

Tesla topped U.S. electric vehicle (EV) sales in April despite the market exhibiting a significant decline, according to new data from S&P Global Mobility (via Fortune). The automaker led the market but saw its volumes slump 16% to just below 40,000 for April. When Tesla stumbles, the entire U.S. EV market feels the impact, considering […]

A recent firmware teardown has revealed references to a six-seater configuration of Tesla’s Model Y, alongside indications of enhanced in-car AI features, according to data miner @greentheonly. This backs up previous rumours of a six-seat Model Y Refresh but challenges earlier speculation of a China-only release. The much rumored about 6-seater Model Y made an […]

Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system is reportedly 26 times safer than the average U.S. driver, according to new data from Bloomberg Intelligence (via @SawyerMerritt). With supervised Autopilot, Tesla clocks in at just 0.15 accidents per million miles, while the U.S. average sits at a hefty 3.90. That’s a 26x safety edge! Waymo, arguably Tesla’s foremost […]

Tesla led global electric vehicle (EV) sales in the first quarter of 2025, according to data from market tracker EV Volumes (via @MarioNawfal). The automaker secured both top spots worldwide, with the Model Y remaining the best-selling EV at 201,773 units sold and a 7.4% market share. It was trailed by the Model 3, which […]

Tesla has officially begun rolling out Full Self-Driving (FSD) software version 13.2.9 in China, starting with the Model Y Refresh. This marks a significant milestone in the electric vehicle (EV) maker’s push to bring its advanced driver-assistance system to one of its largest markets. Multiple users on Chinese social networks posted screenshots showing the new […]

Tesla’s Robotaxi service has officially been listed on the Texas Department of Transportation’s Automated Vehicle Deployment website ahead of its much-anticipated launch in Austin later this month. According to a post by X user @teslayoda, the Texas DOT’s AV Deployment website now lists an “active” ride-share operation from Tesla that’s testing in the Austin Metro […]

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has just announced a major policy change that could help fast-track the launch of Tesla’s long-awaited Cybercab and other driverless vehicles. In a letter published on June 13, NHTSA outlined updates to its Part 555 exemption program — the rule that allows carmakers to temporarily bypass certain […]

Tesla has officially refreshed its flagship Model S and Model X vehicles in the U.S., bringing new styling, upgraded features, and a bump in price. The updates went live today, and while the cars look and feel more refined, buyers will also need to shell out more to get behind the wheel. The Model S […]

The Tesla Android Project now supports Apple’s iOS 26, including the major redesign of CarPlay featuring the new “Liquid Glass” look. Photos shared online show the updated CarPlay interface running inside a new Tesla Model Y, giving a sleek preview of what the overhauled system looks like on a large screen. The Tesla Android Project […]

Tesla has revived its fan video contest, now called TeslaVision, and it’s offering a major reward: a brand-new Model Y and a trip to Gigafactory Texas. To enter, fans must create a video (90 seconds or less) showing how Tesla gives them “more” in life — more freedom, fun, safety, or convenience. The contest is […]

A new Tesla Model Y with “Robotaxi” graffiti on the side was spotted driving itself through what looked to be South Congress Avenue in Austin, Texas, early Tuesday morning — with no one behind the wheel. The video, posted on X by user @TerrapinTerpene, shows the vehicle cruising autonomously with only a safety operator in […]

As announced by Tesla’s @cybertruck account last week, Tesla is offering 0% APR financing for 60 months when customers purchase Full Self-Driving (Supervised) with their Cybertruck. The offer applies to all trims of the vehicle. To qualify, buyers must take delivery by June 30, 2025, and the promotion is only available in the United States. […]

U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly thinking about parting ways with his red Tesla — a Model S Plaid he bought earlier this year as a show of support for Elon Musk. According to a senior White House official who spoke to Barron’s, Trump is considering either selling or giving away the car. As of […]

Tesla has launched a new promotion in China running from June 5 to June 30, 2025, offering customers and referrers extra incentives on Model 3, Model Y, and other S3XY series vehicles. Customers who place a new order and take delivery by June 30 will receive an ¥8,000 paint option credit. This credit can be […]