Tesla Manufacturing Mexico, an offshoot of the renowned U.S. electric vehicle maker Tesla, has approached the Ministry of the Environment and Natural Resources (Semarnat) for environmental clearances. The permits are for the proposed construction of an automotive warehouse in Santa Catarina, Nuevo Leon. The ambitious project is set to span a vast 260-hectare site situated […]

Tesla is pushing the boundaries of its vehicle performance in extreme cold conditions. In a recent video, the company showcased the rigorous testing of the Model Y in the challenging terrains of Norway, just a few kilometers below the Arctic Circle. Andreas and Johannes, members of Tesla’s peer quality engineering team, embarked on a journey […]

Welcome to this first edition of the Weekly Supercharger! Today’s highlights will include new Superchargers mostly located in the Western states, along with two sites in the East… and Ohio. For those who don’t like reading very much, I’ve added a TL;DR at the bottom for your enjoyment. Starting off, we’ve got a new site […]

Tesla has unveiled a new incentive for homeowners looking to enhance their energy independence in Australia. The company is offering a $750 rebate for each Powerwall, their rechargeable home battery system, installed between 11 August 2023 and 31 December 2023. This system allows homeowners to store solar energy for nighttime use and ensures power continuity […]

In a significant move towards driverless commercial passenger services, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) granted additional operating authority to Cruise and Waymo. As of today, both companies can now offer commercial passenger rides using autonomous vehicles in San Francisco and charge fares at any time of the day. This approval came after both Cruise […]

Volvo’s electric vehicle subsidiary, Polestar, is gearing up to introduce the next big thing in the electric automotive world. The company has announced the grand opening of its Vancouver location, where they will unveil the much-anticipated Polestar 3, touted as the “SUV for the electric age.” The exclusive event promises not just a first look […]

  The State of Illinois is gearing up for its third round of electric vehicle (EV) rebates, offering significant savings for residents looking to make the switch to cleaner transportation. Starting November 1st, 2023, and continuing until January 31st, 2024, the Illinois Electric Vehicle Rebate Program will provide $4,000 off new EVs and $1,500 off […]

In the wake of increasing climate change challenges, drivers are now adding a new item to their car safety checklist: advanced air filtration systems. As wildfires rage across countries like Canada, the US, and Greece, the demand for cleaner air inside vehicles has surged. The Corsi-Rosenthal box, a simple yet effective device developed by Richard […]

In celebration of the inauguration of their California Engineering Headquarters, Tesla has unveiled a special edition CyberBear Trucker Hat priced at $35 USD on Wednesday. The hat showcases a unique 3D-faceted design of the California grizzly bear logo, paying homage to the state’s iconic symbol. Not only is the hat aesthetically pleasing, but it also […]

I’m back!! As some of you are aware, my main Twitter account of 6 years, @MarcoRPTesla, was recently suspended, permanently. Looks like the overlords got fed up and decided to get rid of me (and all of my Tweets as well). I’m thrilled. For what it’s worth, I did manage to log all my finds […]

Left to right: Rumoured ‘Highland’ dashboard versus Model 3/Y Tesla’s rumoured Model 3 refresh, known as ‘Project Highland’, is seemingly around the corner according to the latest rumours. Now, we’re apparently seeing what claims to be a leak of the Model 3 ‘Highland’ dashboard, if pictures shared on the web today are to be believed. […]

Piedmont Lithium’s plans to open a lithium mine in North Carolina, intended to supply Tesla with electric vehicle battery metals, faced considerable skepticism and displeasure at a crucial public meeting on Tuesday. If approved, this open-pit mine would be among the few lithium producers in the U.S. Yet, the company has struggled for over two […]

Electric automaker Rivian has reported a narrower-than-expected loss for its second quarter of 2023. In a positive turn, the company has revised its production expectations for 2023, now aiming to manufacture about 52,000 vehicles. This ambitious target is over twice the number of vehicles it produced in 2022 and an upgrade from its previous forecast […]

General Motors (GM) has unveiled plans to incorporate vehicle-to-home (V2H) bidirectional charging technology into its range of Ultium-based electric vehicles (EVs) by 2026. This innovative technology will debut in the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST, and subsequently in models like the 2024 GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1, 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV, 2024 Chevrolet Equinox […]

Lucid Group has unveiled the final specs for its Lucid Air Sapphire luxury super-sports sedan. This EV boasts a blistering 0-60 mph in just 1.89 seconds and a top speed of 205 mph. The Air Sapphire is not just about speed. It’s a blend of cutting-edge technology and refined design. The vehicle is powered by […]