The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has opened applications for its Light-Duty Motor Vehicle Purchase or Lease Incentive Program (LDPLIP). The program aims to encourage the adoption of vehicles powered by alternative fuels or electricity to improve air quality in the state. The program is part of the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan (TERP). Under […]

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has immediately suspended the operation of driverless vehicles by General Motors’ Cruise unit. The suspension was announced on Tuesday and specifically targets Cruise’s autonomous vehicle deployment in the state, reports Bloomberg. The decision does not impact Cruise’s ability to conduct tests using a safety driver. The suspension follows […]

SpaceX has announced a price reduction for its Starlink dish and modem equipment in Germany. The new deposit for the equipment has been lowered to €299, plus €23 for delivery, down from the previous €499, savings of 33%. Despite the cut in equipment costs, the monthly subscription fee remains unchanged at €50. Retailers Cyberport and […]

Transport Canada has issued a recall notice, numbered 2023-486, for 1,241 SUVs in the country, specifically affecting the Chevrolet Bolt EUV models from the years 2022 and 2023. The recall was initiated by General Motors on August 31, 2023, and last updated on September 13, 2023. The issue centers around the portable charging cord that […]

Tesla has announced plans to expand its Giga Berlin factory in Grünheide, Germany, starting in the first half of 2024. The announcement was made by Tesla representatives on the sidelines of a public debate about the expansion plans. “The expansion will take place in several steps. The existing factory hall will be modernized first, and […]

Regent Seven Seas Cruises, a leading luxury cruise line, has announced the successful installation of SpaceX’s Starlink internet service on its Seven Seas Mariner ship. The move aims to provide guests with high-speed, unlimited, and complimentary WiFi, enhancing the onboard experience. The installation comes ahead of the cruise line’s 2024 World Cruise, set to commence […]

Data Lake, Inc., led by tycoon Henry Sy Jr., has expanded its partnership with Elon Musk’s Starlink by signing a global retailer agreement. The deal will make Starlink hardware kits available for purchase at all SM Supermalls across the country starting November 1. SpaceX’s Starlink internet service through low earth orbit satellites. The kits, priced […]

SpaceX has secured a contract to launch up to four of Europe’s key navigation and secure communications satellites. The agreement with the European Space Agency (ESA) calls for two launches next year, each carrying two Galileo satellites, according to Javier Benedicto, ESA’s director of navigation. Final approval from the European Commission and EU member states […]

Lucid Motors has launched a new referral program aimed at rewarding its most loyal customers it says. The program allows current Lucid owners to refer new buyers, with both parties receiving various incentives and rewards based on the model purchased. Owners can log into their portal to share a referral link, which new buyers can […]

Fisker has announced a price reduction for its top-level Ocean Extreme electric SUV, lowering the price from $68,999 to $61,499 in the U.S. market. The price change is effective immediately. Customers who have already ordered or purchased the Ocean Extreme will receive a $7,500 price adjustment, even if their vehicle is already in production. “It […]

The U.S. Justice Department has issued subpoenas to Tesla, seeking documents related to the company’s Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD) features, among other issues. The information was disclosed by Tesla in a regulatory filing on Monday, reports Reuters. The subpoenas include requests for documents “associated with personal benefits, related parties, vehicle range, and personnel decisions,” […]

Tesla, known for its minimal advertising strategy, continues to make its foray into the advertising world. During the company’s annual shareholder meeting, CEO Elon Musk confirmed that Tesla would engage in “little advertising.” The move marks a shift from Tesla’s traditional reliance on word-of-mouth marketing for its electric vehicles and products. Tesal CEO Elon Musk […]

Ahead of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit (VGGS) 2024, the Gujarat government is actively working to attract electric car giant Tesla to the state. According to top government sources, discussions with Tesla are in the early stages, and the state is coordinating with the central government to potentially bring the project to the Sanand-Bechraji region […]

General Motors (GM) has issued a safety recall for its 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ vehicles, affecting an estimated 62 units. The recall was initiated on October 12, 2023, under the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Recall No. 23V-682. The company has identified a defect in the Body Control Module (BCM) software calibration that compromises pedestrian […]

Tesloid is offering winter tire packages for both Tesla Model Y and Model 3 owners, providing comprehensive solutions for winter driving conditions. Time to get your Tesla prepped ahead of the winter season. For Model Y owners, the package features OEM 19-inch Gemini rims with Michelin X-Ice Snow Tires, priced at $3,149.99 CAD or $2,349.99 […]