New Tesla Superchargers Global Overview: May 15–21, 2023
Check out all of 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 May 15, 2023 Tongli Bauhinia Shangdu, No. 135 Zijingshan Road, Guancheng Hui District, Zhengzhou City, Henan, China 3 250 kW Unavailable […]
Here’s the Tesla Booth at Electrify Expo [PICS]
Last week we told you Tesla was set to exhibit at all Electrify Expo tour stops, starting with the first that kicked off this weekend in Long Beach, California. Participating at these Electrify Expo stops are Tesla trying its hand at some advertising, as full booths with demo drives were made available. Electrify Expo shared […]
SpaceX Launches Private Axiom Crew to Space Station [VIDEO]
In another monumental achievement for private space travel, the four astronauts of Axiom Mission-2 have successfully arrived at the International Space Station (ISS) today. The crew, comprised of astronauts Peggy Whitson, John Shoffner, Ali Alqarni, and Rayyanah Barnawi, were officially welcomed aboard the ISS after Dragon’s hatch opened at 11 a.m. EDT on Monday, May […]
Tesla Crash at Ferry Terminal Ruled Driver Error
Summary: A January Tesla crash at a ferry terminal in Canada has been ruled driver error by police. According to the police, the incident occurred after the Tesla “suddenly accelerated.” The driver, a 68-year-old Vancouver resident, has been issued a ticket for driving without due care and attention. An accident where a Tesla crashed into the […]
SpaceX Starlink to Help Flood Recovery Efforts in Italy
In a move to bolster disaster recovery efforts in flood-devastated regions of Italy, Unipol Gruppo SpA, the renowned Italian insurance firm, has announced the purchase of Starlink terminals from Elon Musk’s SpaceX. This strategic partnership is expected to significantly enhance communications and support for victims and emergency workers grappling with the devastating aftermath of the […]
Tesla Slashes Model 3 Existing Inventory Pricing in US and Canada
Tesla has discounted its existing Model 3 inventory in both the U.S. and Canada, offering discounts of up to $2,210 USD and $4,660 CAD, depending on model and configuration (via @SawyerMerritt). U.S. Model 3 existing inventory is showing discounts ranging from $1,950 USD to $2,210 USD, according to checks by Tesla North for a Bay […]
Bridgestone Debuts Turanza EV Tire for Tesla and Mustang Mach-E
Bridgestone has made a significant leap in the electric vehicle (EV) market with the global launch of its Turanza EV grand touring tire. This tire is specifically designed for premium electric vehicles, and is the first replacement tire from the company to feature the revolutionary Bridgestone ENLITEN technology. The Turanza EV tire, which is now […]
Tesla Debuts Cybertruck Horizon Tee in Online Shop
Tesla has expanded its merchandise line with the introduction of the Men’s Cybertruck Horizon Tee. The new addition to Tesla’s apparel range is now available for purchase at $35 USD online. The Cybertruck Horizon Tee is inspired by the laser-like headlights of Tesla’s Cybertruck. It features an illuminated Cybertruck silhouette on the front and the […]
Texas Governor Signs New Electric Vehicle Fee into Law
Electric vehicle owners in Texas will now have to pay an additional $200 per year, following a new tax signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott. The law, which was signed without any public announcement, will come into effect on September 1. The Texas House passed the bill for the fee in late April but […]
SpaceX Wins vs. Dish Network in FCC Spectrum Dispute
In a big victory for SpaceX, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has voted unanimously to safeguard Starlink’s access to the 12GHz spectrum, thwarting Dish Network’s plans to utilize the same radio band for a terrestrial 5G network (via PCMag). During a meeting on Thursday, the commission voted 4-0 to reserve the spectrum between 12.2-12.7GHz for […]
Tesla Cybertruck Tri-Motor at $75,000 Would Be ‘Lucky’, Says MotorTrend
In a recent interview with Yahoo Finance, Alex Wellen, the CEO of MotorTrend, suggested that Tesla might struggle to maintain the price of its much-anticipated Cybertruck at $75,000. This statement comes amidst growing interest in electric vehicles (EVs), with MotorTrend’s data indicating that 78% of active car shoppers are very interested in EVs. MotorTrend’s research […]
Tesla is Going to Try Advertising and It’s Happening This Weekend
During Tesla’s annual shareholder meeting and its Q&A session, CEO Elon Musk agreed the company would be getting into a “little advertising.” Tesla currently doesn’t advertise its products or vehicles, as they literally speak for themselves through word-of-mouth. But now the company will start trying some advertising, and according to Electrify Expo, some of that […]
You Can Now Pre-Order Elon Musk’s Biography by Walter Isaacson
d Pre-orders for the new biography of Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, written by the famed author Walter Isaacson, are now available on Amazon. Isaacson previously wrote Steve Jobs’ biography and other bestselling biographies as well. As for the Musk biography? It’s just titled, “Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson”. Even the cover photo resembles […]
First Starlink Internet on Holland America Cruise Deemed a Success
Holland America Line has brought SpaceX’s Starlink internet technology to its Pinnacle Class ship, Koningsdam. This huge internet upgrade took place during an April drydock and has been in operation for the past month, and early preliminary results have been positive. Back in January, parent company Carnival Corporation announced Starlink would be installed on its […]
Tesla Loaners Now Show Up in App for Europe
Tesla has announced its mobile app is going to improve customer service experience with a new capability. The new feature, which was initially available for warranty repairs in April 2022, has now been extended to regular service as well it seems. If a Tesla owner’s vehicle requires service and they receive a loaner vehicle, the […]