Ford to Adopt Tesla’s EV Charging Standard, Opening Superchargers

In what looks to be a surprise move, Ford announced today that it has reached an agreement with Tesla, granting Ford electric vehicle (EV) customers access to over 12,000 Tesla Superchargers across the U.S. and Canada. This move, set to take effect in early 2024, will effectively double the number of fast-chargers available to Ford […]

Tesla Model Y Hardware 4 vs 3 Compared [PICS]

The big news of the day was Tesla bringing its latest hardware 4 to its Model Y, expanding the new Autopilot hardware beyond just Model S and Model X vehicles. Thanks to some Tesla community members, we now have some up-close images comparing hardware 4 to hardware 3. The first images were spotted by Zack […]

Tesla and Uber Launch Optimized Battery-Based Trip Planning

Summary: Tesla drivers can now connect their vehicles to the Uber app. The new feature allows Uber to assign trips according to drivers’ remaining battery range. Uber drivers can take advantage of the new integration to ensure they don’t get any trips during which they’ll have to stop for a charge. Tesla owners driving their […]

First Tesla Model Y with HW4 Coming from Giga Texas, Hints Code

Update: here are fresh photos comparing hardware 4 versus hardware 3 on Model Y. Tesla appears to be expanding hardware 4 to Model Y, it seems. That’s according to Tesla’s site code spotted by TeslaInfo and shared with Tesla North. A 2023 Model Y AWD made at Gigafactory Texas is currently in transit to California […]

SpaceX Offers $100 Discount on Starlink Kits at Retailers

SpaceX is offering a $100 discount to US customers on Starlink satellite internet hardware kits. The discount is available for the standard Starlink dish through retail giants Best Buy and Home Depot. As of Thursday, both retailers have reduced the regular $599 price tag to $499, reports PCMag. This price reduction comes as a welcome […]

Here are Tesla Cybertruck Interior Photos [PICS]

At Tesla’s recent annual shareholder meeting at Giga Texas, the company had all of their vehicles on display, alongside the upcoming Cybertruck front and centre. We now have some of the best interior Cybertruck photos seen to date, showcasing what it will look like when seated inside the electric pick up. A couple of images […]

XPeng Sales Plunge in Q1, Sends Shockwaves in China’s EV Sector

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer XPeng has reported a significant drop in sales for the first quarter of 2023. The company’s revenue for the quarter was RMB 4.03 billion ($590 million), marking a staggering 45.9% decrease compared to the same period last year, and a 21.5% sequential decrease from Q4 2022. The company’s net loss […]

Malawi and Starlink Restore Internet Post Cyclone Freddy

Cyclone Freddy wreaked havoc in Malawi, leaving over 600,000 people homeless and causing significant damage to the country’s infrastructure. In response to this disaster, the government of Malawi, through The Tony Blair Institute’s (TBI) Tomorrow Partnership, is joining forces with SpaceX to leverage Starlink to restore internet connectivity in the affected communities. The initiative aims […]

Ford Unveils Plans for New 3-Row Electric SUV and Pickup Truck

Ford CEO Jim Farley has revealed exciting details about the company’s electric vehicle (EV) initiatives during a Capital Markets day for investors. The highlight of the presentation was the unveiling of a new battery-electric three-row SUV set to launch in 2025. This vehicle will be the people-hauler sibling of the successor to the F-150 Lightning, […]

Tesla to Launch Model Y RWD in Korea from Giga Shanghai

Summary: Tesla is reportedly preparing to launch Made-in-China Model Y RWD vehicles in South Korea. The automaker currently only sells Long Range and Performance trims of the Model Y in the country. Earlier this week, listings on Tesla’s website confirmed that Gigafactory Shanghai will also export Model Y RWD units to Canada. Tesla is gearing […]

Tesla Powerwall 3 Power Output Revealed, Says Report

Tesla’s highly anticipated Powerwall 3, the latest edition of the company’s home battery pack, is nearing its launch and is said to offer a power output of 11.5 kW. This update comes via Tesla documents secured by Electrek, providing the first concrete specification for the Powerwall 3. Previous reports by Electrek last month had hinted […]

Elon Musk Wins: Judge Tosses Lawsuit Over Twitter Acquisition

U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer dismissed a proposed class-action lawsuit on Monday against Tesla CEO Elon Musk, over his acquisition of social media giant Twitter for $44 billion last year. The plaintiff, William Heresniak, had accused Musk of deceiving Twitter shareholders multiple times during the transaction, reports Reuters. Judge Breyer ruled that Heresniak did not […]

Tesla Dominates as Vancouver Tops in Uber EV Usage

Vancouver, BC, Canada, has seen a significant surge in Tesla vehicles operating as Uber cabs, thanks to a strong electric vehicle (EV) push and unique programs from both the company and the government. In the last two months, most of the Uber rides in Vancouver were facilitated by electric vehicles, predominantly Tesla. This trend reflects […]

Starlink Roam Now Being Used by Over 300,000 Worldwide

After announcing Starlink for RVs last year, now known as Starlink Roam, SpaceX has announced the latter has reached over 300,000 customers worldwide. “One year later, 300k+ customers are now roaming the planet with Starlink,” said SpaceX on Tuesday. The advanced Flat High Performance Starlink offers a seamless experience of high-speed internet with minimal lag, […]

Tesla Website Confirms Made-in-China Models for Canada: Report

Tesla is set to begin sales of its China-manufactured Model 3 and Model Y vehicles in Canada, according to listings on the company’s website. This move confirms the completion of Tesla’s initial shipments to North America from its Shanghai factory, reports Reuters. Tesla’s website revealed that both the rear-wheel drive Model Y and the long-range, […]