Lordstown Motors’ Future at Risk as Foxconn Deal Jeopardized
Shares of electric vehicle (EV) startup Lordstown Motors fell by 25% in early trading after the company disclosed on Monday that its funding deal with Foxconn is in jeopardy, potentially leading to bankruptcy if the deal falls through. Foxconn is famously known as a manufacture of Apple’s products such as its iPhone and iPads. In […]
Tesla 2023.12.1.1 Update Brings Real Images of Superchargers in Navigation
On April 29, Tesla enthusiast Esther Kokkelmans shared news of a cool new feature included in Tesla’s latest software update, version 2023.12.1.1. The update now displays actual images of Tesla Superchargers in the navigation system, offering drivers a more seamless and enjoyable supercharging experience. This means you can get a better idea of what to […]
Most Efficient Electric SUV Ever Built: Tesla’s Model Y
Tesla on Sunday touted that its Model Y compact crossover SUV is the “most efficient electric SUV ever built”, compared to competitors. The charge shared showed off energy efficiency in EPA range for small AWD SUVs, when it came to miles driven per kWh. The Model Y can go 4.0 miles per kWH, which is […]
Tesla Model S/X Orders in Thailand, Singapore, New Zealand Also Not Available
Previously we told you how Tesla had paused Model S and Model X orders on its website for Australian customers, and now it appears this is also the case in other Asia Pacific nations. According to Reuters, Tesla’s website for Thailand, Singapore, and New Zealand on Sunday also no longer allow for Model S and […]
Next SpaceX Falcon Heavy Launch Now Set for Sunday
SpaceX had planned for two launches in one day yesterday, but only one of two took place on Friday. The SES O3b mPOWER mission to medium-Earth orbit from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida was successful, taking place on April 28 at 6:12 p.m. ET. You can watch […]
Tesla Improves Automatic Emergency Braking in 2023.12 Update
Tesla has updated its owner’s manual to reflect significant changes to its Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system in the latest 2023.12 software update. Previously, AEB was described as being designed to reduce the impact of frontal collisions only. However, the updated manual now explains that AEB is intended to reduce the impact of both frontal […]
Texas House Passes Bill for $200 Annual Fee on Electric Vehicles
The Texas House has passed a bill proposing a $200 annual fee for electric vehicle (EV) owners, sending it to Gov. Greg Abbott for approval. The bill’s authors and anti-toll road group leaders argue that the increased vehicle registration fees will ensure EVs contribute fairly to highway costs. However, a national consumer group and a […]
Tesla Model 3 and Model Y: KBB Best 5-Year Cost to Own Winners
Kelley Blue Book has announced the winners of its 2023 5-Year Cost to Own Awards, recognizing new vehicles with the lowest projected ownership costs over the initial five-year ownership period. Among the winners, Tesla’s Model 3 and Model Y took home the awards in the Luxury Electric Car and Luxury Electric SUV categories, respectively. Janice […]
Tesla Model Y Cruiser Debuts for Richmond RCMP
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) continues to test their Tesla Model Y police cruiser, this time in the City of Richmond in British Columbia’s Lower Mainland. “Hey @elonmusk have you heard? Mounties in Canada are chasing criminals in fully marked, operational police EVs, including this one,” said the Richmond RCMP on Thursday. Hey @elonmusk […]
Tesla Lowers Price of Model Y with 7 Seats
Summary: Tesla has reduced the price of the seven-seat upgrade for the Model Y by $1,000 in the U.S. While the seven-seat option launched originally launched for $3,000, Tesla hiked it up to $4,000 earlier this year. The automaker recently also discounted its entire Model Y lineup by $3,000 in the U.S. Tesla has dropped […]
Canada Post Launches Carbon-Neutral Shipping for Domestic Ground Parcels
Canada Post has introduced carbon-neutral shipping for all domestic ground parcel services in a bid to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The initiative covers Domestic Regular Parcel, Expedited Parcel ground shipments, and Canada Post’s flat rate boxes. For every tonne of greenhouse gas emissions generated by these domestic ground delivery services, Canada Post […]
Elon Musk Ordered to Testify Over Autopilot Claims in Fatal Crash Lawsuit
A California judge has instructed Tesla CEO Elon Musk to testify under oath concerning statements he allegedly made about the safety and capabilities of the company’s Autopilot features, reports Reuters. The decision is part of a lawsuit filed by the family of Walter Huang, an Apple engineer who died in a 2018 car crash. Tesla’s […]
Tesla Mysteriously Pauses Model S/X Orders in Australia
Want to pre-order a Model S or Model X in Australia? Well, you can’t anymore as Tesla has mysteriously paused orders of its flagship sedan and SUV on its website. The Tesla website now only shows a “Get Updates” button, a change made late Wednesday. Previously, those in Australia could pre-order a Model S or […]
Elon Musk Meets with South Korean President to Talk Tesla, SpaceX
South Korean President Yoon Seok-yeol and Tesla CEO Elon Musk held a meeting on Wednesday during Yoon’s state visit to the United States, discussing the potential for a Tesla gigafactory in South Korea and further cooperation with Musk’s space venture, SpaceX, reports The Korean Herald. According to Senior Presidential Secretary for Economic Affairs Choi Sang-mok, […]
Tesla Cybertruck Looks Menacing Beside Cyclist, Spotted in Fremont
Tesla’s Cybertruck was spotted in Fremont, California, in new images shared on Reddit yesterday. The Cybertruck prototype was seen on Kate Road, stopped at an intersection, according to images shared by u/ajaysns. The Cybertruck’s size and scale can be seen as it is stopped next to a cyclist at the intersection. The truck’s side looks […]