Tesla has initiated an official “recall” with the NHTSA for 125,227 vehicles due to a defect in the seat belt reminder system. The affected vehicles include 2012-2024 Model S, 2021-2024 Model X, 2017-2024 Model 3, and 2019-2024 Model Y. The defect, identified under NHTSA Recall No. 24V-376, was discovered during an internal compliance audit involving […]
Tesla’s recent decision to lay off its entire Supercharger team has led to delays in the timeline for connecting more non-Tesla brands to its charging network. Initially, Tesla’s website stated that Volvo, GM, and Polestar drivers would gain access to 15,000 eligible stations by spring 2024. However, Polestar has indicated that the timeline has shifted. […]
Tesla is preparing to register its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software with Chinese authorities ahead of its planned rollout this year, according to three people with knowledge of the matter, reports Reuters. The U.S. EV leader is also considering offering the software as a monthly subscription to its Chinese users, its second-largest market, sources said. A […]
Despite Tesla’s massive global employee layoffs, work on incentives related to infrastructure for its installation in Nuevo León continues, confirmed the State’s Secretariat of Economy. Iván Rivas, head of the state agency, assured that the coordinated work with Tesla personnel remains active. In an interview, Rivas emphasized that despite the global job cuts, the Tesla […]
Qatar Airways has announced the launch of SpaceX’s Starlink’s high-speed, low-latency Wi-Fi on three of its Boeing 777-300 aircraft by the last quarter of this year. This marks the initial phase of a comprehensive rollout strategy aimed at enhancing the passenger experience, with plans to extend SpaceX-powered technology across the entire modern fleet within the […]
Tesla shareholders have the opportunity to win a tour of the Tesla Gigafactory in Austin, Texas, guided by Elon Musk and lead designer Franz von Holzhausen. The tour, scheduled for June 12, will allow a select group of stockholders to explore the Cybertruck and Model Y manufacturing lines alongside Tesla executives. Participants will also have […]
Tesla has started rolling out its 2024.14.8 software update to more vehicles, and we received this update today. What’s new in the 2024.14.8 release notes? Tesla says this release “contains minor fixes and improvements,” without going into specifics. This update is part of the ongoing rollout of Tesla’s Spring software update. Some owners that were […]
RWE has announced its decision to invest in building Australia’s first eight-hour Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) near Balranald, New South Wales. The Limondale BESS project, with a capacity exceeding 50 megawatts (MW) and 400 megawatt hours (MWh), will be located next to RWE’s 249 MWac Limondale Solar Farm. This initiative aims to store excess […]
US electric vehicle (EV) sales saw a slow start in 2024, with first-quarter sales remaining flat and notable industry shifts, such as Ford scaling back expansion plans and Tesla reducing its workforce by 10%. Despite these initial setbacks, the broader EV market is experiencing significant growth, with six of the top 10 EV makers in […]
Tesla is intensifying its efforts to attract Chinese customers, announcing several new incentives aimed at boosting sales in a competitive market. Customers in China who complete their Tesla vehicle deliveries between May 25 and June 30 will be entered into a drawing for a free tour of Tesla’s Fremont factory in the United States, the […]
An owner of Tesla’s 2024 Model 3 Performance, MFAM Tesla (@JoshuaThePilot), has shared screenshots revealing the performance metrics of the new electric sedan. The screenshots displayed a quarter-mile time of 11.09 seconds and a 0-60 mph time of 3.15 seconds (2.92 seconds with a 1-foot rollout). “You asked and you shall receive,” the Tesla owner […]
Tesla has published its 2023 Impact Report, showcasing significant strides in environmental sustainability, product efficiency, and social responsibility. The report outlines Tesla’s ongoing efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve product lifecycles, and maintain high standards in its supply chain. Key Highlights: Emissions Reduction: In 2023, Tesla customers avoided over 20 million metric tons of […]
Tesla has started construction on a new Megafactory in Shanghai on Thursday, marking the company’s first energy storage system factory outside the United States. This facility will produce Tesla’s Megapacks, large-scale energy storage batteries. Industry observers view the factory as a significant example of industrial and technological cooperation between China and the US. They note […]
After speculation of a new silver coming for Model S and Model X, with images seen of the apparent color at the company’s Fremont factory in California, Tesla has officially launched ‘Lunar Silver’ on Thursday evening (via @Tslachan). Lunar Silver costs $2,500 extra, the same price as Ultra Red. Solid Black, Deep Blue Metallic and […]
Nvidia’s CEO Jensen Huang emphasized the strong demand for Nvidia’s AI technology, particularly from Tesla, as the company transitions between its current and next-generation AI chips. Speaking to Yahoo Finance following Nvidia’s first-quarter earnings report, Huang dismissed concerns about a potential demand lull, stating, “People want to deploy these data centers right now. They want […]
