SpaceX has disputed a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) report warning of potential injuries or fatalities from falling debris of U.S.-licensed satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) by 2035. In a letter dated October 9, SpaceX principal engineer David Goldstein criticized the FAA’s analysis as “deeply flawed,” relying on outdated studies and assumptions. The FAA report, […]
According to a recent survey by analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Tesla’s Cybertruck is expected to start shipping by the end of this year at the earliest. Kuo’s estimates for Cybertruck shipments in the years 2023, 2024, and 2025 are 100-200, 100,000-120,000, and 240,000-260,000 units, respectively. The analyst is well-known for his previous accurate predictions of Apple’s […]
Two Tesla Cybertrucks have successfully undergone a week-long off-road durability test in Baja California, Mexico, one of the world’s most challenging terrains. The test was live-streamed on X via Starlink technology attached to the trucks and has garnered over 1.1 million views in a 7.5-minute video. The trucks, which were factory-standard except for race seats […]
The Tampa Downtown Partnership has unveiled the first look at its upcoming shared ride service, DASH, featuring bright yellow Tesla Model Y vehicles. Alongside the vehicle reveal, the organization has also announced the service’s hours and pricing. Shaun Drinkard, Interim President of the Tampa Downtown Partnership, stated, “We wanted to make sure this new way […]
I wish things didn’t come to this. Believe me, I really do, but unfortunately, this marks the end of Supercharger updates from me. Much as I’ve enjoyed doing this over the last 3 years, Twitter has been gracefully purging all of my accounts, essentially eliminating my presence on the platform (Thanks, Elon!). As a result, […]
The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have released new guidance as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America agenda. Effective January 1, 2024, the guidance allows consumers to instantly transfer their clean vehicle tax credits to car dealers at the point of sale, reducing the purchase price of […]
Italy investment bank Intesa Sanpaolo has announced an investment in SpaceX, the world’s leading provider of space launch services. This investment aligns with the bank’s 2022-2025 Business Plan, which emphasizes innovation as a key factor for value creation. SpaceX has garnered global attention for its pioneering achievements in the aerospace sector, which is considered crucial […]
Tesla’s aggressive pricing strategy has positioned the electric vehicle (EV) maker to compete directly with the average selling price of new cars in the United States. While traditional automakers like General Motors, Ford, and Volkswagen have struggled to catch up in the EV market, Tesla has expanded its production and market share, further distancing itself […]
Tesla has just released price cuts for its Model 3 and Model Y electric vehicles in the United States. The price drops come as Tesla is starting its fourth quarter. Below are the specifics of the price cuts in USD (via @Tslachan): Model 3 Price Cuts Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD): $38,990 (was $40,240; discount of $1,250 […]
Shares of Rivian dropped over 22% on Thursday following the company’s unexpected announcement to offer $1.5 billion in convertible notes. The news came despite Rivian’s third-quarter revenue estimates aligning with Wall Street expectations. In a regulatory filing on Wednesday, Rivian disclosed its third-quarter revenue is expected to be between $1.29 billion and $1.33 billion. These […]
Amazon is set to launch its first two prototype satellites, KuiperSat-1 and KuiperSat-2, as part of its Project Kuiper initiative aimed at providing fast, affordable broadband from low Earth orbit (LEO). The launch marks Amazon’s entry into the burgeoning space broadband market, where it will try to compete with SpaceX’s Starlink network. The Protoflight mission […]
Hyundai has announced that it will adopt Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) for its electric vehicles (EVs) starting in Q4 2024. The move will grant Hyundai and Kia EV owners access to more than 12,000 Tesla Superchargers across North America. Tesla welcomed Hyundai and Kia owners to its Supercharging network in a response on […]
netTALK Maritime, a firm specializing in marine communication intelligence solutions, has entered into a strategic partnership with SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet network. The collaboration aims to revolutionize marine connectivity by offering high-speed, low-latency internet solutions to cruise and commercial shipping clients globally. Under this alliance, netTALK will act as the account administrator, providing comprehensive services […]
It appears Tesla may start exporting Model 3 Long Range AWD vehicles from its Fremont, California factory again to Canada. That’s according to a new Natural Resources Canada listing for a Model 3 Long Range AWD with 536 km (333 miles), which is different than the current version on Tesla’s website that lists range at […]
In the first nine months of 2023, Australia has seen a significant increase in electric vehicle (EV) adoption, with over 65,000 new battery electric cars sold. According to the latest data from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) V-Facts, September alone accounted for 110,702 new car sales, marking an 18% increase compared to the […]
