Tesla: Refer a Demo Drive and Get Credits

Tesla’s referral program is ramping up again, in a push to try to get more sales. Now, besides offering $1,000 USD off a Model S/X or $500 USD off a Model 3/Y, Tesla is now offering 100 credits if you refer a friend or family member to a demo drive. “Refer Demo Drive—get 100 credits […]

Tesla Redesigns the Homepage of its Website

Tesla continues to tweak the design of its website, with the homepage now getting a redesign. The main page now plays a video showcasing the company’s lineup of electric vehicles and features, while the upper menus are redesigned to show a drop-down when you hover over categories Vehicles, Energy, Charging, Discover and Shop. “Experience Tesla. […]

Tesla Charging Incident Sparks EV Discussion in Tiny Montana Town

Image credit: Montana Free Press In the small eastern Montana town of Ekalaka (population: 400), an ‘unidentified electric vehicle,’ later revealed to be a Tesla Model Y, has drawn significant attention for tapping into the local electric utility. This sparked gossip and led to front page coverage in the local newspaper. The car belonged to […]

Tesla Langford Opens: First Custom-Built Service Center in Canada

Image credit: Joe Carr on Facebook Tesla has unveiled its first service center on Vancouver Island, B.C., Canada, located in the suburb of Langford west of the province’s capital city of Victoria. Previously, any major Tesla repairs required customers to take a ferry over to the Lower Mainland. But that has all changed. The grand […]

Senators Urge Biden to Reverse ‘Buy America’ Waiver for EV Chargers

In a bid to prioritize domestic manufacturing, four Republican senators have called upon the Biden administration to revoke the waiver for ‘Buy America’ requirements granted for EV charging stations funded by the government. The senators in question, Marco Rubio, Roger Marshall, Rick Scott, and Kevin Cramer, voiced concerns that the waiver, which affects U.S. content […]

Ford’s Electric Unit Navigates a $4.5 Billion Loss

Ford’s second-quarter 2023 report reveals solid operating results with a 12% YoY increase in revenue to $45 billion. The surge was largely driven by the popularity of its various product lines including trucks, SUVs, and commercial vans. A standout was Ford’s electric unit, Ford Model e, that registered a revenue increase of 39%, further establishing […]

Tesla’s Model 3 a Huge Success Story, Say Original Owners in Survey

Tesla’s Model 3, the electric vehicle that revolutionized the automotive industry, continues to win the hearts of its owners. When it was unveiled, hundreds of people worldwide lined up to place a $1,000 reservation. By 2021, it became the first EV to sell over a million units, marking a significant milestone in the EV market. […]

Tesla Accused of Misleading Customers on Vehicle Range, Diverting Complaints

Tesla has been accused of misleading customers about the driving range of its vehicles and diverting complaints to avoid addressing the issue, according to a Reuters investigation. Alexandre Ponsin, a Tesla owner, shared his experience of receiving significantly less than the advertised driving range on his 2021 Model 3, particularly in cold weather. Ponsin’s concerns […]

Starlink Gen 3 Router Specs Revealed: Mesh WiFi 6 System

Starlink has unveiled its new Gen 3 WiFi Router, designed to offer enhanced connectivity and performance. The router, compatible with Standard Starlink Kits, comes with an array of features and specifications that set it apart from its predecessors. The Gen 3 Router package includes the router itself, a Starlink Plug, an RJ45 Cover, a Starlink […]

Tesla Vehicles Banned from China’s World University Games: Report

In a move that underscores the ongoing tension between Tesla and Chinese authorities, the electric vehicle manufacturer’s cars have been barred from certain parts of Chengdu, a major city in southwest China. The ban comes as the city prepares for a visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping for the commencement of the World University Games […]

Tesla Confirms 350kW V4 Superchargers in UK Application

Tesla has confirmed the development of its new V4 Superchargers, capable of delivering charging speeds of up to 350kW. The discovery was found within a planning application submitted by Tesla for the installation of 36 electric vehicle (EV) charging units, including 16 V4 Superchargers, at the Swindon Designer Outlet North Car Park in the UK, […]

B.C. Transit to Get $395 Million for Electric Buses and Infrastructure

In a significant move towards sustainable public transportation, Patrick Weiler, Member of Parliament for West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Sky Country, Rob Fleming, B.C. Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, and Erinn Pinkerton, President and CEO of BC Transit, jointly announced an investment exceeding $395.5 million CAD ($300 million USD). This funding will be directed towards supporting […]

Coachella Approves $1 Million Tesla Model Y Rideshare Fleet

Coachella City Council has approved the purchase of 17 Tesla Model Y vehicles to be used for a community rideshare service in California. The decision, made in a recent city council meeting, is part of a new agreement with the Latino Equity Advocacy Policy Institute (LEAP). The city council authorized the city manager to sign […]

FLO Adds Lockscreen EV Charging Status for iPhone Users

FLO, the North American electric vehicle (EV) charging network operator and smart charging solutions provider, has unveiled a new feature on its highly-rated mobile app for iOS users. The feature, a first of its kind, allows users to monitor their charging session directly from their phone’s lock screen, eliminating the need to unlock the phone […]