Tesla Shifts AI5 Focus to Optimus and Data Centres as AI4 “Plus” Upgrade Nears

Tesla CEO Elon Musk clarified the company’s silicon roadmap during the Q1 2026 earnings call, revealing that the upcoming AI5 chip is no longer a “pressing issue” for Tesla vehicles. Instead, the high-performance hardware will be prioritized for the Optimus humanoid robot and the company’s data centres. The early completion of the AI5 tape-out was […]

Tesla Confirms HW3 Lacks Unsupervised FSD Capability; Plans Hardware Upgrades and “Micro-Factories”

During the Q1 2026 earnings call, Tesla CEO Elon Musk delivered a significant update for owners of Hardware 3 (HW3) vehicles, confirming that these cars cannot achieve full autonomy with their current equipment. Musk admitted, “Hardware 3 simply does not have the capability to achieve unsupervised FSD,” explaining that “memory bandwidth is the choke point” […]

Tesla Aims for Q4 Unsupervised FSD Release to Customers

Tesla CEO Elon Musk provided a tentative timeline for the release of unsupervised Full Self-Driving during the company’s Q1 2026 earnings call, suggesting a launch could happen late this year. When asked when the technology would reach customer cars, Musk stated, “I’m just guessing here, but probably in the, Fourth quarter.” The company intends to […]

Tesla Targets Robotaxi Expansion Across a Dozen States by Year-End

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has outlined an ambitious expansion plan for the company’s unsupervised Full Self-Driving (FSD) and Robotaxi services, aiming to operate in approximately 12 states by the end of 2026. During the company’s latest Q1 earnings call, Musk emphasized a “very cautious” approach to the rollout. He noted that the service has maintained […]

Tesla to Delay Optimus 3 Reveal to Stop Competitors From Copying Design

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has confirmed that the official unveiling of the Optimus 3 version will be pushed closer to the actual start of production. The decision comes as Tesla identifies a growing trend of competitors performing detailed, frame-by-frame analyses of its robot prototypes to copy the company’s work. By delaying the reveal, Musk aims […]

SpaceX to Build World’s Most Powerful AI Coding Models with Cursor

SpaceX has announced a major strategic partnership with Cursor, the AI-powered code editor, to develop advanced models for software engineering and knowledge work. The collaboration aims to combine Cursor’s popular product distribution with the massive computing power of SpaceX’s Colossus supercomputer. According to the announcement, SpaceX is providing a training environment equivalent to one million […]
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Tesla Spring Update: What Intel Model 3/Y Owners Get (and Miss Out On)

The Tesla spring update has begun rolling out to Intel-based vehicles, and while the flashiest visual changes are often reserved for newer Ryzen-based cars, legacy Model 3 and Model Y vehicles are receiving a number of functional upgrades in 2026.14.1. Here are the key features included for Intel-based Tesla vehicles: New Media and Entertainment Features […]

Tesla Issues Invites for Final Model S and Model X Delivery Event

Tesla has begun sending out exclusive invitations for what it calls a “Signature Edition” delivery event, marking the end of production for its longest-running vehicle platforms. The event is scheduled for May 12, 2026, at the company’s factory in Fremont, California, where the Model S first began rolling off the line in 2012. The gathering […]

Starlink Referral Code USA 2026: Last Chance for $35 Deal

Starlink is reaching out to potential customers again with a significant price drop for its satellite internet service. A recent promotional offer lowered the starting monthly cost to $35 for the first four months in select areas, according to a marketing email sent out and received by Tesla North. This new deal represents a discount […]