Part of Tesla’s 2023 holiday software update is a new light show, a second song added to the mix. We now have our first look at the new 2023 light show, as shared by @BLKMDL3: The new light show from the @Tesla holiday update is awesome! Best one yet. pic.twitter.com/fTMErPdnkc — Zack (@BLKMDL3) December 16, […]

Tesla’s 2023 holiday software update is now rolling out to more vehicles with build number 2023.44.30.1, which also includes Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta 11.4.9. This update that includes FSD beta 11.4.9 suggests Tesla is now converging its updates into one, instead of having two separate updates for those with and without FSD beta. With 2023.44.30.1, […]

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has authorized SpaceX to commence experimental testing of its Starlink cellular system, designed to transmit data directly to smartphones. This temporary authorization, issued on Thursday, allows SpaceX to conduct tests over a six-month period, ending June 14, in more than two dozen locations across the United States, reports PCMag. SpaceX’s […]

Tesla has shared more insight into its voluntary ‘recall’ for specific models equipped with Autosteer, spanning production dates from October 5, 2012, to December 7, 2023. This ‘recall’ includes Model S (2012-2023), Model X (2016-2023), Model 3 (2017-2023), and Model Y (2020-2023) vehicles. Tesla aims to address potential driver misuse of the Autosteer feature, a […]

Tesla has been granted 2.63 billion pesos (approximately $153 million USD) in incentives by the Mexican state of Nuevo Leon for the construction of its latest major factory. This move by state officials aims to address local concerns about delays in the development of the electric vehicle maker’s plant. The incentives, sanctioned by Nuevo Leon’s […]

Air New Zealand has announced a groundbreaking partnership with SpaceX’s Starlink to introduce high-speed, low-latency internet on its domestic flights. This initiative, set to redefine domestic air travel in Aotearoa, will see the first installation of Starlink internet on a domestic jet and an ATR, marking a world-first for the latter, in late 2024. The […]

Amazon’s Project Kuiper, after successfully launching two prototype satellites in October 2023, has now confirmed the inclusion of laser links on every satellite in its constellation, forming a high-speed mesh network in space. This development follows extensive testing of the project’s end-to-end communications payload and network, including the recently disclosed optical inter-satellite link (OISL) capabilities. […]

BWH Hotels has announced a new collaboration with Tesla to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at its properties throughout North America, with plans to expand internationally starting in 2024. This initiative will see the installation of Tesla’s Universal Wall Connectors at selected BWH Hotels, enabling the charging of any North American vehicle model. This […]

EV accessory maker Lectron is set to launch the VORTEX Plug, its Tesla Supercharger to CCS Adapter to let electric vehicles use the Tesla Charging Standard to charge at Tesla Superchargers. The VORTEX Plug is designed to be compatible with EVs featuring a CCS1 connector that are part of the North American Charging Standard (NACS) […]

AT&T and Rivian have entered into an agreement, marking a significant step in AT&T’s sustainability efforts. Under this partnership, AT&T will integrate Rivian electric vehicles (EVs) into its commercial fleet starting in early 2024. This pilot program is part of AT&T’s broader initiative to improve safety, reduce operational costs, and diminish its carbon footprint. The […]

Cruise, General Motors’ troubled self-driving car subsidiary, announced it is laying off approximately 900 employees, equating to 24% of its workforce. This decision is part of the company’s strategy to reduce costs and restructure operations following an incident on October 2, which involved a pedestrian being struck and dragged by one of its autonomous vehicles. […]

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 […]

Sweden’s Transport Workers’ Union announced on Wednesday its decision to halt waste collection services at Tesla’s workshops across Sweden. This move is part of a broader campaign by various labor groups in the Nordic region to pressure the American electric carmaker into recognizing collective bargaining rights for its employees, reports Reuters. Tesla is currently facing […]

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 has initiated a safety recall, 23V-838, affecting approximately 2,031,220 vehicles, as part of a recall notice filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This recall involves certain Model S vehicles produced between October 5, 2012, and December 7, 2023, Model X vehicles from September 15, 2015, to December 7, 2023, Model 3 […]