Tesla hacker known as ‘green’ (@greentheonly on X) disclosed that Tesla’s Cybertruck lacks support for the Steam gaming service, despite initial expectations. Through a detailed examination of the Cybertruck’s system, ‘green’ shared that the vehicle boasts a large display with a resolution of 2650×1440, surpassing the 2200×1300 resolution found in Tesla’s Model S and Model […]

BYD Auto, which makes hybrid and battery electric vehicles, recently introduced a new supercar, the Yangwang U9 (what a name), priced over $230,000 USD. The car is aimed at competing with luxury brands like Ferrari and Lamborghini. This announcement underscores BYD’s market dominance and broad spectrum of offerings, ranging from the affordable Dolphin model, priced […]

In Valencia, Spain, on February 25, 2024, a new variant of the Tesla Model 3, notably the highly-anticipated Performance version, was seen with “Ludicrous” badging. The Model 3 was captured on video during a marketing shoot, as reported by Desmond Wisley on X. The video, shared under Wisley’s handle @dessiewisley, suggests that Tesla is gearing […]

Tesla has reached a significant milestone with the installation of its 600,000th Powerwall, marking a significant achievement in the company’s efforts to enhance home energy storage and reliability. The Powerwall, known for its ability to store energy and provide backup power for consumers, is a cornerstone of Tesla’s energy products, offering homeowners independence from the […]

Tesla updated its website this week to now call the new Model 3 “reengineered”. The latest electric sedan from Tesla is still listed as available from $329 per month on a lease. The automaker’s description of the new Model 3 has previously used the term “upgraded”, but we are now seeing “reengineered” on the Model […]

Edmunds, a prominent automotive review site, has updated its review of the Tesla Cybertruck after receiving feedback from users on X, pointing out inaccuracies in the original story. Initially, Edmunds reported that the Cybertruck failed to meet Tesla’s own 340-mile range estimate, stating, “No Tesla has ever met its EPA-estimated range in our real-world testing, […]

Tesla has modified the method of accessing its Magic Dock Superchargers, moving away from app-based activation. According to Branden Flasch, as of February 15, users can now activate the charging process by pressing and holding the handle button for two seconds. This change hints at a broader strategy to introduce plug-and-charge functionality for vehicles not […]

Dave Sparks, a prominent figure in the automotive modification community, took to Instagram on Wednesday, February 21, to give fans a sneak peek of his latest project, the “CyberTrax.” Despite his initial plan to wait for a full YouTube video release, Sparks’s excitement led him to share an early glimpse. “I was trying to hold […]

SpaceX is gearing up for its first Starship launch of 2024 from the Starbase facility in South Texas, potentially within the next three weeks. Elon Musk’s company is in discussions with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to expedite the launch-licensing process in hopes of increasing its flight cadence. Kelvin Coleman, the FAA’s Administrator for Commercial […]

Tesla is set to significantly reduce the power consumption of its Sentry Mode feature, aiming for a 40% decrease in an upcoming Q2 software update. This announcement came from Drew Baglino, Tesla’s Senior Vice President of Powertrain and Energy, in response to a user query on X. The question, posed by Joseph Bella on February […]

In Oklahoma, a legislative challenge is underway with potential repercussions for Tesla’s operations in the state. Companion bills SB 2022 and HB 3104, currently under consideration by the State Legislature, threaten the future of Tesla galleries by proposing a ban on educational and informational activities about Tesla and its products. This move could adversely affect […]

Lucid Group, which set ambitious targets at its public debut, reported vehicle deliveries and revenues significantly below its initial forecasts for 2023. The company had informed investors of a goal to sell 49,000 cars in the year; however, it only sold 6,001 vehicles, marking a substantial 90% shortfall from the anticipated figure. Similarly, Lucid had […]

Rivian disclosed a reduction of its workforce by 10% and projected an annual electric vehicle (EV) production number that fell significantly short of expectations. The lowered forecast is attributed to necessary factory upgrades and a deceleration in EV demand influenced by rising interest rates. Post-market trading saw Rivian shares decline by approximately 17% following the […]

Tesla’s Model Y is now priced lower than the Toyota Prius in Germany, excluding potential savings on fuel or maintenance. Tesla Europe & Middle East highlighted this development on X with a succinct message, “Just leaving this here” drawing attention to a comparison of the two vehicles’ pricing. A post from @WholeMarsBlog was quoted to […]

In response to inquiries about the Grünheide community’s opposition to the expansion of Tesla’s Giga Berlin factory in Germany, Tesla executives have clarified their stance, emphasizing their commitment to future growth plans while respecting local sentiments. Marc Langebeck, a reporter for Rbb24, asked Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s perspective on the local referendum against the factory’s […]