Tesla Model Y ‘Juniper’ Concept Imagined by Designer [VIDEO]
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 Tesla Robotaxi Vision: Insights from Isaacson’s New Biography
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 Updates Referral Program, Cybertruck Event Award Axed
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, […]
The Weekly Supercharger: California Love!!
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 Launches Powerwall 3, Begins Installations
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 […]
SpaceX Announces Upgrades to Starship Ahead of its Second Flight Test
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 […]
Here are the New Tesla Model 3 Blind Spot Indicators [VIDEO]
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 Hotels to Install 20,000 Tesla Universal Wall Connectors
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 Joins Tesla’s North American Charging Standard
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 […]
SpaceX Starship Not Ready for Next Launch, Says FAA
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’s Mexico Factory Production May Be Up to 4 Years Away: Report
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 […]
Polestar to Launch Smartphone in China, Because Why Not
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 […]
Tesla Among Top Brands Coming to 2023 Detroit Auto Show
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 […]
Tesla’s Giga Shanghai Achieves 2 Million Cars Milestone
Tesla announced on Wednesday it reached a major milestone at its Giga Shanghai factory in China, reaching 2 million cars produced. “In Gigafactory Shanghai, we produced 1 million cars within 33 months, and remarkably, we reached the second million milestone in just 13 months!”, said the @Tesla_Asia account on X. A picture showed employees posing […]
Tesla Quadruples Yoke Price for Model S and Model X
In a recent pricing adjustment, Tesla has increased the cost of its yoke steering wheel for the Model S and Model X from $250 USD to $1,000 USD, a four-fold increase (via @SawyerMerritt). This comes after a notable decision on April 20, 2023, when amidst a price hike for both the Model S and X, […]