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 […]

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 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 […]

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, […]

Tesla’s manufacturing output at its Shanghai plant witnessed a significant rebound in August, marking a pivotal moment as the company strives to match Wall Street’s production expectations. In August, Tesla reportedly dispatched 84,159 vehicles from the Shanghai factory, a noteworthy increase from 64,285 in July and 76,695 the previous year, as per the Chinese Passenger […]

Out of Spec Reviews recently showcased the latest facelift of the Tesla Model 3 in a detailed video tour from the IAA in Munich, Germany. This in-depth exploration revealed a series of upgrades and enhancements that the electric vehicle has undergone. The most striking change is evident in the car’s exterior styling. The front end, […]

Lucid Motors CEO Peter Rawlinson, once an engineer for Tesla, is looking to push the boundaries of the electric vehicle (EV) market. Drawing from his rich experience with Tesla, Rawlinson is now steering Lucid to tackle two of the most pressing concerns in the EV world: range anxiety and affordability. As the brains behind the […]

Image credit: Esther Kokkelman Tesla is ending its 10-year hiatus to shine at the Munich auto show, signifying its response to the mounting competition in the electric car sector. The IAA mobility show, a prominent event that takes place in Germany every two years, is scheduled to be inaugurated by Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Tuesday. […]

This week, the revamped Model 3 made its debut in Europe, China, and Australia and New Zealand. The new Model 3 sports a refreshed exterior design, meticulously crafted to achieve maximum aerodynamics. Enhancements in the body rigidity coupled with updated suspension tuning have considerably elevated the ride quality. One of its standout features is its […]

SpaceX is challenging the recent £5.5bn ($6.9 billion USD) acquisition of British satellite firm Inmarsat by American satellite service provider Viasat. Musk’s company has called on US regulators to revisit and potentially reverse their previous approval of the deal, reports The Telegraph. SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet has allegedly experienced interference caused by Viasat. This ongoing […]

Tesla recently changed the wording on its website for its Autopilot Full Self-Driving feature. The leaving EV maker has removed the “Autosteer on city streets” feature from its “coming soon” list, after it being in the queue for over four years. This strategic decision seemingly highlights the company’s growing confidence in its Full Self-Driving (FSD) […]

Tesla has emerged as a significant player in the race to expand U.S. charging infrastructure. The company has successfully secured millions in federal grants due to its ability to construct charging stations at nearly half the cost of its competitors. The federal grants, which are part of a broader national strategy to establish a comprehensive […]

Tesla added a new item to its online shop on September 1: the Plaid Track Pack Hat, priced at $40 USD. The launch commemorates the Model S Plaid’s record-breaking lap time set on June 2, 2023, at the Nürburgring race track in Nürburg, Germany. The fullback, baseball-style cap is more than just casual headgear; it […]

In a recent video review, Mat Watson from Carwow took the new Tesla Model 3 for a test drive, providing an in-depth look at what the updated electric car has to offer. Watson began by highlighting the car’s minimalist interior and new steering wheel, setting the stage for a comprehensive review. Watson’s verdict? The new […]

Satellite services provider Globalstar has announced a groundbreaking deal with SpaceX to launch a set of Apple-backed satellites in 2025. The move aims to fortify Globalstar’s low Earth orbit (LEO) connectivity constellation. According to an August 30 regulatory filing, Globalstar will invest $64 million in SpaceX to handle the first series of satellite launches, reports […]