Tesla Wins Autopilot Lawsuit Over Fatal Crash
In a legal victory for Tesla today, a California jury rejected allegations that the company’s Autopilot system was responsible for a fatal crash in 2019. The case was tried in the Superior Court of California, County of Riverside, where two surviving passengers had sought $400 million in damages for the loss of the driver’s life, […]
Tesla Cybertruck ‘Shatters’ Arrow Shot by Joe Rogan
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is on another podcast episode with Joe Rogan. It was released today and is 2 hours and 41 minutes long, only on X.com. https://twitter.com/joerogan/status/1719429158999097405?s=61&t=DnoQI2IoIfvozhuMPPUjgg During the meet up, Rogan, a known hunter with bow and arrow, shot one into the stainless steel of the Cybertruck. This happened while Musk was smoking […]
Tesla Mexico is Coming and All Permits Secured, Says State
After initial rumors suggesting that Tesla would not proceed with the construction of a Gigafactory in the municipality of Santa Catarina were debunked, Iván Rivas, the Secretary of State Economy, confirmed that Tesla has secured all necessary federal and state permits. “Tesla is coming, Tesla is working, Tesla has in some way already started construction, […]
Telus Partners with FLO to Enhance North America EV Charging Network
Canadian telecom Telus and FLO announced today an agreement to integrate Telus’ world-leading connectivity solutions into FLO’s charging stations. FLO says it operates Canada’s most extensive EV network, facilitating over 1.5 million charging sessions monthly across its coast-to-coast stations. The partnership aims to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles and contribute to reducing greenhouse gas […]
2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Sees Price Cuts Up to $4,100
Hyundai has announced significant price reductions for its 2024 Ioniq 6 electric sedan, with the base model now starting at $38,615, a decrease of $4100 from last year. Other trims in the lineup also see price cuts ranging between $2450 and $3050. According to a Hyundai spokesperson, the price reductions are attributed to “production efficiencies […]
Panasonic Blames Q3 Loss on Tesla Model S/X Demand
Panasonic reported its first quarterly loss in automotive batteries, attributing the downturn to diminished demand for Tesla’s high-end Model S and Model X vehicles. The announcement was made by Panasonic’s Chief Financial Officer, Hirokazu Umeda, during an earnings call on Monday. The loss comes as consumer preference has increasingly shifted towards Tesla models priced below […]
Tesla Includes Free Tire Repair Kit with Some 2024 Model 3 Deliveries
Tesla is now providing a complimentary tire repair kit with some of its new 2024 Model 3 vehicles, according to a Reddit user based in Dubai, UAE. The kit aims to offer a temporary solution for flat tires, potentially reducing the company’s costs associated with roadside assistance for such issues. The Reddit user, identified as […]
Ford Adds 15,000 Tesla Superchargers to BlueOval Network
Ford is expanding its BlueOval Charge Network in North America by 25%, increasing the total number of chargers to over 106,000. The automaker has also announced that Ford electric vehicles will soon be able to charge at more than 15,000 Tesla Superchargers, a significant increase from the initial count of 12,000 announced earlier in May. […]
Tesla Accidentally Leaks Model S Plaid ‘Sport’ Seats
Tesla looks to have accidentally leaked an upcoming Sport Seat for its Model S Plaid sedan, as spotted in the company’s service manuals. The service manual shows a seat with a Plaid emblem on it, along with other photos detailing how to install the seat into the Model S. Images were spotted by @niccruzpatane on […]
Elon Musk and Israeli Minister Clash Over Starlink’s Role in Gaza
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk responded to U.S. Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s concerns about communications blackouts in Gaza on early Saturday morning. But that statement also led to a conflict with Israel who opposed the move. “Starlink will support connectivity to internationally recognized aid organizations in Gaza,” Musk stated on X, formerly known as Twitter. Shlomo Karhi, […]
Iran Demands Halt to “Unauthorized” Starlink Operations
Iran’s Ministry of Telecommunications has called for an immediate cessation of Starlink’s satellite internet services within the country, citing “unauthorized operations” and “violation of international regulations.” The International Telecommunications Radio Regulations Board concluded its session on Friday, identifying Starlink’s activities as non-compliant with global norms, reports Iran International. This development occurs against the backdrop of […]
Tesla Invites Shareholders to Cybertruck Event with Random Draw
Tesla has opened a drawing for shareholders to attend the company’s upcoming Cybertruck delivery event in person, with a limited capacity for attendees. The Cybertruck Delivery Event is slated for November 30, 2023, at its Gigafactory in Austin, Texas. Shareholders interested in attending must verify their Tesla stock ownership as of September 30, 2023, through […]
Tesla Distributor in Philippines Cites Long-Term Savings
EV Solutions, the distributor of Tesla electric cars in the Philippines, argues that despite the vehicles’ high upfront costs, they are economical in the long run. Rafael Calinisan, CEO of EV Solutions, stated that fully charging a Tesla Model 3 would cost around P600, significantly less than the thousands of pesos required to fill a […]
Tesla Unveils Summer 2023 Supercharger Location Winners
Tesla has announced the winners for its Summer 2023 Supercharger locations, as selected by votes from Tesla owners and those with Tesla accounts. The company made the announcement on its Tesla Charging Twitter account earlier this week. Check them out below: United States Branson, Missouri San Simeon, California Kanab, Utah Canada Tadoussac, Quebec Ange-Gardien, Quebec […]
2024 Tesla Model 3 ‘Highland’ Gets In-Depth Review [VIDEO]
Autogefühl’s Thomas Majchrzak recently reviewed the 2024 Tesla Model 3 ‘Highland’ and took a look at the new sedan’s various features, offering a comprehensive look at what’s new and what could be improved, compared to its predecessor. Here’s an overview of what Majchrzak had to say, as he offers some of the best car reviews on […]