Exxon in Early Talks with Tesla, Ford, and Volkswagen to Supply Lithium
Exxon Mobil, one of the world’s largest oil companies, is reportedly in preliminary discussions with leading automakers, including Tesla, Ford Motor, and Volkswagen, to supply lithium, a crucial component in electric vehicle batteries. The news was reported by Bloomberg Law on Monday, citing sources familiar with the matter. The discussions, which are still in their […]
Tesla to Open 76,000 Sq. Ft. Sales and Service Center in Rhode Island
Tesla is set to establish a significant regional hub in Providence, Rhode Island, according to the property’s future landlord, Joseph R. Paolino Jr. The new hub, located at the former Stop & Shop site in the Mashapaug Commons Plaza, will feature a repair facility, a retail sales area, and a delivery center. Over the past […]
Uber Japan to Launch Fleet of 100 Tesla Model Y EVs
Uber Japan, Hinomaru Kotsu, and Tesla Motors Japan have announced the integration of Tesla’s Model Y, into Uber Japan’s online taxi dispatch service, Uber Premium. The collaboration aims to deploy a total of 100 Tesla Model Y vehicles across Tokyo’s 23 wards by the end of 2024, marking a significant step towards greener urban transportation. […]
2024 Chevy Blazer EV Pricing and Range Revealed, Now Shipping to Dealers
General Motors has started shipping of its much-anticipated Chevrolet Blazer EV, with the official pricing for the trims set to be released later this year. The first of the Blazer EVs, the RS all-wheel-drive trim, began shipping from GM’s plant in Ramos Arizpe, Mexico, to dealers on Monday. The vehicle, which boasts an estimated range […]
New Tesla Superchargers Global Overview: July 24–30, 2023
Check out a list of all the new Tesla Superchargers that opened up across the globe this past week, courtesy of data from Supercharge.info and the TMC Forums: Date Opened Location Number of Stalls Power Rating Official Listing July 24, 2023 Chem. des Escalières, Chasse-sur-Rhône, France 8 250 kW Tesla July 25, 2023 Center West, 25 Weblinger […]
Tesla Files Registration for ‘Highland’ Model 3/Y in China
Tesla has filed paperwork with the Chinese government for the approval of its redesigned ‘Highland’ Model 3 and Model Y. The news, while not officially announced by Tesla, suggests we may be getting close to the debut of these refreshed vehicles. Amy @SF___Tahoe, a Tesla investor and enthusiast, shared her excitement on social media, stating, […]
Tesla Price Cut for Model 3/Y in Hong Kong Coming, Says Report
Tesla will reportedly introduce a price reduction for its Model 3 and Model Y vehicles in Hong Kong, effective from August 4, claims a report from the Hong Kong Economic Times. This would mark the second price adjustment this year, following the previous one on April 15. According to the customs website and the post-tax […]
Ford Spotted Benchmarking Tesla’s Model X
Ford has been spotted benchmarking Tesla’s Model X SUV. This marks the first time Ford has been seen evaluating this particular Tesla model, having previously benchmarked the Model 3 in the summer of 2021 and Model Y in the winter of the same year, and the high-performance Model S Plaid (last year), reports Ford Authority, […]
170 Tesla Vehicles Perform Incredible ‘Cybertruck’ Light Show [VIDEO]
Photo credit: Billy Kyle 170 Tesla Cars Assemble in Dazzling Display, Paying Tribute to the Forthcoming Cybertruck In an electrifying spectacle, Tesla Club Austria and their collaborators marked the final countdown for Tesla’s highly anticipated Cybertruck. Celebrating this significant milestone, they arranged a unique light show at the Tesla Takeover event, setting a new benchmark […]
SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy Launches World’s Largest Private Satellite [VIDEO]
In the late hours of Friday, July 28, SpaceX made history by successfully launching the Hughes JUPITER 3 mission into a geosynchronous transfer orbit. The launch, which took place at 11:04 p.m. ET from Launch Complex 39A (LC-39A) at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, sent the largest satellite ever to a geosynchronous transfer orbit. […]
Tesla Explains Full Self-Driving (FSD) Transfer Rules
Offer opened on July 20, 2023, and runs till September 30, 2023, exclusively for new Tesla vehicle owners. Tesla has officially detailed its limited-time offer that allows customers to transfer Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities from their current vehicle to a newly purchased one. This offer is applicable to new Tesla vehicles delivered between July 20, […]
Tesla Solar Roof with Powerwalls Reviewed by MKBHD [VIDEO]
In a recent video, renowned tech reviewer Marques Brownlee, or MKBHD, shared his one-year journey with Tesla’s Solar Roof and Powerwall battery storage. The system has allowed him to live a year without paying for electricity, despite his heavy usage of electrical appliances and daily charging of his Model S Plaid electric sedan. Brownlee’s system, […]
Tesla’s Clever Connecticut Store is ‘Evading the Law’, Claims Car Dealer
Tesla has developed an ingenious strategy to bypass restrictive Connecticut state law and open its first sales and delivery center in the state this fall, causing a stir among local businesses and authorities. Until recently, anyone wishing to buy a Tesla had to travel out of state due to Connecticut laws requiring automakers to sell […]
Tesla: Refer a Demo Drive and Get Credits
Tesla’s referral program is ramping up again, in a push to try to get more sales. Now, besides offering $1,000 USD off a Model S/X or $500 USD off a Model 3/Y, Tesla is now offering 100 credits if you refer a friend or family member to a demo drive. “Refer Demo Drive—get 100 credits […]
Tesla Redesigns the Homepage of its Website
Tesla continues to tweak the design of its website, with the homepage now getting a redesign. The main page now plays a video showcasing the company’s lineup of electric vehicles and features, while the upper menus are redesigned to show a drop-down when you hover over categories Vehicles, Energy, Charging, Discover and Shop. “Experience Tesla. […]