Tesla’s latest 2023.12 software update started rolling out over a week ago, offering new controls from the steering wheel’s left scroll wheel button. In the 2023.12 release notes, Scroll Wheel Customization says, “Do more with the left scroll button on the steering wheel. You can adjust settings like brightness and Acceleration Mode, or perform actions […]
Summary: Tesla and CS Energy collaborate on the $150 million Chinchilla Battery Project in Queensland, featuring 80 Tesla Megapack units for renewable energy storage. The project supports the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan, targeting 70% renewable energy by 2032 and strengthening the energy grid. Chinchilla Battery will store wind and solar energy, providing 100 MW […]
Summary: Albanese Government invests $70M in EV charging infrastructure Funding aims to make EVs more accessible and address range anxiety Over ten projects to receive support, benefiting local governments, businesses, and communities The Albanese Government of Australia is taking a significant step towards making electric vehicles (EVs) more accessible to Australians with a new $70 […]
Tesla continues to tweak its prices and just dropped prices of the Model 3 and Model Y in the U.S., again (via @WholeMarsBlog). Price drops are $2,000 for the entry Model 3 and $3,000 off the entire Model Y lineup. Check out the price drops for Model 3 below: RWD: $39,990 (was $41,990; -$2,000) Performance: […]
SpaceX announced on Tuesday it has expanded its Starlink Maritime service to boats of all sizes, and not just commercial offerings. “Boats can now enjoy download speeds of up to 220 Mbps while at sea, with monthly plans starting at $250 USD ($329 in Canada) a one-time hardware cost of $2,500 USD ($3,170 in Canada),” […]
New Jersey’s popular electric vehicle (EV) rebate program, Charge Up New Jersey, has been temporarily suspended due to its overwhelming success and rapid depletion of allocated funds, reports ctpost. The state’s Board of Public Utilities announced that the program has disbursed an estimated $35 million for the fiscal year ending in July, supporting the purchase […]
Last month Tesla launched a new limited edition beer brewed in Berlin, called GigaBier. This special item from the Tesla online store comes with a Cybertruck design inspired bottle, priced at €89. Tesla says this GigaBier is brewed using an exclusive strain of “Cyberhops”, offering notes of citrus, bergamot, and sweet fruit. These 330 ml […]
Tesla is making strides in the electrification of Europe’s commercial vehicle fleets with the introduction of the Model 3 Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) for its business-to-business (B2B) customers in the United Kingdom. This new variant is specifically designed to cater to the unique needs of commercial clients, combining an industry-leading range of 394 miles […]
Summary: Polestar has unveiled its latest model, the Polestar 4, an electric performance SUV coupe. The car features a unique design that eliminates the rear window to create an immersive rear occupant experience and maximizes aerodynamic efficiency. The Polestar 4 is built on the Sustainable Experience Architecture (SEA) developed by Geely Holding, has a maximum […]
L&F Co., a South Korean company, won a $2.9 billion order from Tesla, making its owners ultra-rich. It is the first direct contract between L&F and Tesla. L&F plans to diversify its customer base and generate 30% of sales from unidentified manufacturers, including Tesla, by 2025. Electric car maker Tesla’s global success has created immense […]
Summary: IKEA Canada has expanded its electric vehicle charging network by adding 25 charging stations at five locations in Quebec and Ontario. The expansion was made possible by securing funding of $300,000 from Natural Resources Canada’s Zero Emissions Vehicle Infrastructure Program in 2022. The investment supports IKEA Canada’s goal of achieving 100% zero-emission home deliveries […]
SpaceX has unveiled the Starship Torch, a versatile tool designed for culinary enthusiasts and SpaceX fans alike, now available as part of a pre-sale. It looks freaking amazing. Launching for pre-sale at $175 USD, the Starship Torch is set to ignite kitchens and hearts alike in Q3 2023. Inspired by SpaceX’s iconic Starship spacecraft, this […]
Summary: Renault reassesses its global electric vehicle pricing strategy following Tesla’s aggressive price cuts. The French automaker seeks to maintain competitiveness as Tesla expands its discount drive in Europe, Israel, and Singapore. Renault’s Q1 sales increase by 9%, indicating a positive shift in their restructuring strategy amidst growing market competition. In response to a series […]
SpaceX on Monday morning scrubbed its first launch attempt of its Starship, after dealing with a technical issue. “A pressurant valve appears to be frozen, so unless it starts operating soon, no launch today,” said SpaceX CEO Elon Musk. “Learned a lot today, now offloading propellant, retrying in a few days,” added Musk. Musk had […]
Summary: Tesla Shanghai workers unhappy with bonus cuts. Social media posts criticize company’s handling of fatal accident. Elon Musk investigating the issue. Employees at Tesla’s Shanghai factory have taken to social media, including Twitter, to express their dissatisfaction with recent performance bonus cuts, according to workers and online posts. Some of the posts criticize Tesla’s […]
