Tesla Launches Virtual Power Plants in Puerto Rico

Tesla has unveiled a new program in Puerto Rico, allowing Powerwall owners to earn by supporting the local grid. This move is set to potentially establish the world’s largest virtual power plant (VPP). The Tesla Virtual Power Plant (VPP) aims to connect distributed batteries installed in residential homes, enhancing the reliability and resilience of Puerto […]

Tesla’s Giga Texas to Have World’s Largest Rooftop Solar Installation

Tesla’s East Austin Gigafactory is on track to feature the world’s largest rooftop solar installation, according to company representatives. Logan Grant, Tesla’s senior manager of factory engineering, informed the Travis County Commissioners Court that the first phase, capable of generating 10 megawatts, is complete. Upon completion, the installation will produce 30 megawatts. Responding to Precinct […]

Sirona Medical Extends General Support for SpaceX’s Starlink

Sirona Medical, a pioneer in cloud-native radiology workflow software, has announced its general support for SpaceX’s Starlink internet. This move is set to enhance Sirona’s top-tier performance, making it accessible from virtually any location across the globe. Raghu Nyamagoudar, VP of Engineering at Sirona, addressed the challenges that radiology’s transition to the cloud has faced […]

Tesla Launches Model Y RWD in Taiwan, Imported from Giga Berlin

Tesla has launched the Model Y RWD variant in Taiwan, as of November 1, 2023. This vehicle is priced from NT $1,799,900 ($55,619 USD), joining the Long Range and Performance options (via @Tslachan). There is a price difference of 328,000 yuan compared to the Long Range Model Y. The Model Y RWD is not imported […]

Tesla Increases Price of Black Paint for Model Y

Tesla has made price changes this week to paint options for its Model Y. The price for Solid Black in the U.S. has increased from $1,500 to $2,000, a $500 increase. It’s unclear why Tesla made the change but it might be tied to demand for the paint color. As it stands, here are the […]

SpaceX’s Starlink Achieves Breakeven Cash Flow: Musk

In a recent tweet on Thursday, Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX, announced that the company’s Starlink project has reached breakeven cash flow, marking a significant financial milestone. Musk commended the exceptional efforts of the team behind this achievement. “Excited to announce that @SpaceX @Starlink has achieved breakeven cash flow! Excellent work by a great team,” […]

Tesla Exonerated in Fatal 2022 Chinese Crash, Court Rules

Tesla has been cleared of any wrongdoing in a 2022 accident in China that resulted in two fatalities and three injuries, as reported by Shanghai Securities News. The incident, which took place in November of the previous year, involved a Tesla Model Y that was alleged by a social media influencer to have malfunctioned, leading […]

Volkswagen Delays European EV Battery Factory Decision

Volkswagen has postponed making a decision on the location for its fourth battery factory, citing lackluster demand for electric vehicles in Europe. Chairman Oliver Blume announced the decision on Wednesday, stating that the company had been considering sites in eastern Europe, including the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, and Slovakia, reports Reuters. “Based on market conditions, […]

2024 Tesla Model 3: Key Chassis and Suspension Upgrades [LIST]

The 2024 Tesla Model 3 Highland is not just a facelift but a comprehensive upgrade, especially when it comes to its chassis and suspension systems. The changes aim to provide a more refined driving experience, building on interior improvements to offer an overall more upscale vehicle. MotorTrend recently got the opportunity to review the new […]

Malaysia Grants Tesla, Starlink 100% Foreign Ownership Exemptions

Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim confirmed that Tesla and Starlink Internet Services Malaysia Sdn Bhd, both companies from Elon Musk, have been granted permission to operate in Malaysia as fully foreign-owned entities. The decision was made in consideration of the potential benefits these companies could bring to the country, Anwar stated in a […]

U.S. Space Force Taps SpaceX for 10 Launches

The Space Systems Command (SSC) has finalized the assignment of 21 launch service missions for the Fiscal Year 2024 National Security Space Launch (NSSL) Phase 2 Launch Service Procurement contract. This marks the fifth and final order year for the Phase 2 contract. United Launch Alliance (ULA) is set to handle 11 missions, while Space […]

Subaru to Adopt Tesla’s North American Charging Standard

Subaru of America disclosed today that it has entered into an agreement with Tesla to adopt the North American Charging Standard (NACS) for its future battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in North America. The integration is set to commence in 2025. The deal will allow Subaru to equip certain BEVs with NACS ports, starting in 2025, […]

Quebec Court Approves Class Action Lawsuits Against Tesla

The Quebec Superior Court in Quebec, Canada, has authorized two class action lawsuits against Tesla, as confirmed by law firms in Montreal and Granby on Wednesday. The suits received approval last September and target specific issues related to Tesla’s Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. In the first lawsuit, the plaintiff alleges that Tesla Models […]

Tesla Cybertruck ‘Beast Mode’ Version is Coming

Tesla CEO Elon Musk revealed some more details about the upcoming Cybertruck on Joe Rogan’s podcast yesterday. Musk said Cybertruck’s 0-60 mph goal is below three seconds, while he also noted a ‘Beast Mode’ version is coming. He didn’t try to reveal too many details but did confirm the weight of the Cybertruck will be […]

Lucid Job Posting Hints at Apple Music, Amazon Music Integration

A recent job posting by Lucid Motors on LinkedIn suggests the electric vehicle (EV) startup is planning to expand its in-car infotainment offerings. The role of Senior Product Manager, Media Partner Management, lists among its key responsibilities working with Apple Music, Amazon Music, and other “media app partners.” Lucid Motors, which currently has one flagship […]