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L.A. County Sanitation Districts Embrace Tesla Model 3 Fleet
Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts recently announced their transition to electric vehicles (EVs) by purchasing 22 Tesla Model 3s, a move spearheaded by Fleet Manager Dave Bolderoff. The decision, driven by cost-effectiveness and efficiency, marks a significant shift in the district’s approach to fleet management. Bolderoff highlighted the financial advantage of this acquisition, noting that […]
Cybertruck Easter Eggs, Features Revealed on Jay Leno’s Garage
Jay Leno has published his first drive with Tesla’s Cybertruck, while also discussing the new truck with Tesla’s Head of Design, Franz von Holzhausen and Vice President of Vehicle Engineering, Lars Moravy. Franz confirmed over 2 million reservations for the Cybertruck at $100 each, so that’s over $200 million USD Moravy highlighted the necessity of […]
The Monthly Supercharger: December Dump
The Supercharger updates are finally back. It’s been almost a month since my last post on here, and almost two since ending The Weekly Supercharger. Well, I guess the good news is that I am bringing back the updates, albeit in a different and perhaps less frequent format. The new format is going […]
Tesla Cybertruck Shot by Bullets Lands at Petersen Museum
The Petersen Museum in Los Angeles, California, is set to gain a new Tesla Cybertruck on display. After Tesla showed off a video detailing the Cybertruck undergoing a bulletproof test late last month, this particular vehicle will soon be on display at the Petersen Museum, starting tomorrow on Monday, December 18, 2023. This will give […]
Tesla Releases Comprehensive Cybertruck Parts Catalog Online
Tesla has made a significant move by launching an extensive parts catalog for its much-anticipated Cybertruck, now accessible online. This detailed catalog offers a wide range of components, catering to various regions and languages across the globe. The catalog is available in multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, Arabic, Hebrew, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Korean, and […]
Tesla Requires $1,000 Deposit for Cybertruck Order Conversion
Tesla has introduced a new policy for Cybertruck reservation holders effective December 12, 2023. In a move to streamline the order process and filter out non-committed buyers, the company now requires a non-refundable $1,000 early access deposit to convert existing reservations into actual orders. This deposit will be credited to the final purchase price upon […]
Tesla Says Full $7,500 Tax Credit to End for Model 3
Tesla has issued an advisory to its customers regarding the potential reduction of the $7,500 federal tax credit for certain vehicle models starting in 2024. The company urges customers to take delivery of eligible vehicles by December 31, 2023, to fully benefit from the current tax credit offer. Under the current federal guidelines, customers who […]
Tesla Shows Off Cybertruck Front Crash Test [VIDEO]
When Tesla let Hagerty’s Jason Cammisa review the company’s Cybertruck early, they also let the reviewer witness a Cybertruck side impact crash test at Giga Texas, which was shared within the full review to the world for the first time. Now, Tesla has shared a short video detailing a front crash test of Cybertruck. Previously, […]
Tesla Execs Dive Deep into Cybertruck Innovations [Interview]
In a detailed interview with Munro Live and Sandy Munro, five Tesla executives provided an in-depth look at the Cybertruck, revealing key insights into its design and technology. The team included Lars Moravy, Vice President of Vehicle Engineering; Franz von Holzhausen, Head of Design; Drew Baglino, Senior Vice President of Powertrain and Energy Engineering; Pete […]
Tesla Cybertruck Orders Hit ‘Prepare for Delivery’ Stage
Tesla on Friday started sending out email order invites for Cybertruck reservation holders that were not employees, offering up options for the limited-edition Foundation series that includes special laser-etched badging and more. After placing his Cybertruck order, @WholeMarsBlog and many more have noted their order status is now at ‘prepare for delivery,” suggesting the electric […]
Drag Race: Tesla Cybertruck on Dirt vs Ford Raptor R on Asphalt
Tesla’s Cybertruck has demonstrated its superior performance in an off-road race, outpacing the Ford F-150 Raptor R that was on asphalt. The event, covered by carwow’s Mat Watson on YouTube, showcased the electric vehicle’s capabilities on a dirt track that was outside of Tesla’s factory in Austin. The race, conducted at Tesla’s Giga Factory in […]
Ford Confirms Tesla Shared 48V Vehicle Design Document
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has taken an unprecedented step in the automotive industry by sharing a document titled ‘How to design a 48-volt vehicle’ with other CEOs, including Ford’s Jim Farley. This move, revealed in Hagerty’s Cybertruck review, highlights the collaborative approach Musk is fostering within the industry. The document, which outlines the design principles […]
Tesla Sends Out Cybertruck Foundation Series Order Emails
Image via @jolopez Alright, now this is starting to look real. Previously, we saw what looked like a Tesla email go out detailing the Limited-Edition Foundation Series Cybertruck, but it wasn’t widespread, so there was some doubt about its legitimacy. But now, the Cybertruck order floodgates have opened. Tesla has started sending out Cybertruck configuration […]
Newport Police Wants to Add Tesla Vehicles to the Fleet
The Newport Police Department in Kentucky is exploring the possibility of incorporating Tesla electric vehicles into its fleet. Currently, the department is accepting sealed bids for three 2023 Tesla Model 3 rear-wheel drive vehicles, marking a potential shift in its approach to police transportation. Police Chief Chris Fangman explained that the procurement process is underway, […]
Top Gear Podcast: Cybertruck Chat with MKBHD and Jason Cammisa
In a special edition of the Top Gear magazine podcast, Jack Rix was joined by tech reviewer Marques Brownlee (MKBHD) and Hagerty’s automotive journalist Jason Cammisa to discuss the Tesla Cybertruck. These three men and their YouTube channels were the only ones to get full access to the Tesla Cybertruck and executives in sharing their […]