Tesla has announced another adjustment in its Annual Percentage Rate (APR) for financing in the United States. Customers with an excellent credit rating will now face a change in the APR for both their 72-month and 84-month loan options, as spotted by Sawyer Merritt. The 72-month loan APR has been nudged up to 6.34% from […]
The streets of California are buzzing, not with the roar of engines, but with the near-silent hum of electric vehicles. In a notable shift, Tesla has outpaced Toyota, establishing itself as the top-selling car brand in the Golden State. This development isn’t just about brand rivalry; it signals a broader trend that the entire US […]
With Tesla’s new Model 3 refresh being fully-revealed and soon delivering to customers, we are seeing more concepts imagining the new design on the Model Y. According to a fresh video shared by @LaMianDesign, we see the new front headlights and rear taillights on the Model 3 applied to the rumoured Model Y refresh, or […]
Elon Musk’s audacious vision for the future of cars — a fully autonomous “Robotaxi” — is exposed in Walter Isaacson’s upcoming biography. Musk, never one to shy away from groundbreaking ideas, is quoted as saying, “The future would belong to the Robotaxi,” a revolutionary vehicle that could diminish the need for car ownership. As highlighted […]
Tesla has updated its referral program recently, changing the discounts available and also the rewards for those referring friends and family. When referring a friend, they now only save $500 USD ($650 CAD) across all Tesla vehicles including Model S/X and Model 3/Y. Previously, Model S/X would get $1,000 USD off when referring a friend, […]
Here we are, yet again for Week 5 of the Weekly Supercharger. This week, as you may have been able to tell, most of this will be centered around California Love, lots of it. Yep, this edition, I’ve got 5 California releases, along with 2 in another state, both of which are less than […]
Tesla has started the installation of its next-generation Powerwall 3 units, as reported by a TMC forum member, ‘andy92782’, based in Southern California. Powerwall is Tesla’s residential battery storage system that can store solar power or energy from the grid. The member shared that the installer mentioned this was only the third Powerwall 3 installation […]
On September 8, 2023, SpaceX provided an update on the advancements made to its Starship launch system, following lessons learned from its inaugural flight test. The first integrated flight of Starship and Super Heavy, the most potent launch system ever conceived, offered invaluable insights that have led to several enhancements in the vehicle and its […]
Tesla has introduced a notable addition to its latest Model 3 refresh–the inclusion of a blind spot indicator. This feature, a first for the Model 3, was recently showcased in a YouTube review, highlighting its functionality. According to Tesla’s European Model 3 manual, the new “Blind Spot Assist” encompasses several features (you can see the […]
Hilton, in a groundbreaking collaboration with Tesla, has unveiled plans to set up a massive electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across its hotels. Starting in early 2024, Hilton aims to equip 2,000 of its hotels in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico with up to 20,000 Tesla Universal Wall Connectors. This ambitious initiative will position Hilton […]
Honda has announced a collaboration with Tesla to integrate the latter’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) into its upcoming EV models slated for release in North America from 2025. A new EV is set to debut from Honda in 2025 and will be the first to feature the NACS port. Subsequent models will also adopt […]
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has not granted SpaceX the green light for another test flight of its Starship Super Heavy launch vehicle. This announcement comes after SpaceX CEO Elon Musk expressed readiness for the launch, pending FAA licensing. Musk stated on X, “Starship is ready to launch, awaiting FAA license approval.” This holdup is […]
Tesla is reportedly looking at a potential 2026 or 2027 start date for production at its new major factory in Mexico, as mentioned in a recent article by the Mexican daily, Reforma (via Reuters). The timeline seems to be a deviation from earlier reports suggesting a 2025 start. Reforma’s report is grounded on statements from […]
Swedish electric vehicle manufacturer, Polestar, is set to release a branded smartphone in December, coinciding with the launch of its first sports utility vehicle (SUV) in China, the Polestar 4. The announcement emphasizes the company’s innovative approach in the electric vehicle market, integrating technology with transportation. The Polestar 4, an SUV coupe, will be the […]
The 2023 Detroit Auto Show, set to take place from September 13 to 24 at Huntington Place in Detroit, has unveiled a stellar lineup of 35 brands, with Tesla taking center stage among other major automakers. The event promises a mix of vehicles from both corporate manufacturers and local Detroit dealerships. Visitors can anticipate displays […]
