First there was T-Mobile as a partner in the U.S., and now SpaceX has inked with Canada’s Rogers for its global cellphone service. Rogers Communications Inc. and SpaceX announced on Wednesday to bring satellite-to-phone coverage to all Canadians, ensuring continuous connectivity in areas beyond the reach of conventional wireless networks. Utilizing SpaceX’s Starlink low earth […]

Samsung SDI and General Motors (GM) have announced plans to establish a joint venture (JV) for the production of battery cells for electric vehicles (EVs) in the United States. The companies intend to invest over $3 billion in the JV, which will have an annual production capacity of more than 30 gigawatt-hours. Mass production is […]

Rwanda is set to experience a new era of neobanking services as Payday officially relaunches in the country, powered by SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service. The innovative partnership aims to provide the best in digital banking services for Africans, announced the company on Tuesday. Payday, a global neobank for Africans, was initially conceived on June […]

Tesla has started sending out email invites for its annual shareholder meeting, known as its Cyber Roundup 2023 set to take place at Gigafactory Texas. A screenshot was shared by Amy (@SF___Tahoe) and received by @NV_Julianna on Tuesday morning at 11am PDT. The invite reads, “48 hours to RSVP for Annual Shareholder Meeting,” which is […]

Lucid Group has announced that their upcoming Lucid Gravity electric SUV is advancing to its latest phase of development and testing. Building on the success of the Lucid Air, the Gravity SUV is now undergoing public road tests across the U.S. “I am excited to see the Gravity SUV moving forward so quickly in its […]

Summary: GM plans to cease production of Chevrolet Bolt EV and EUV models by the end of 2023. The Detroit plant will be retooled to prepare for electric Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra truck production in 2024. GM aims for a production capacity of 1 million EVs annually in the U.S. and China to compete […]

Tesla announced it has opened up its Superchargers in China to non-Tesla vehicles, following a similar move in Europe, the U.S. and beyond, a total of 10 countries and regions. On Weibo, Tesla says this new Supercharger pilot program for non-Tesla EVs has begun at 10 stations and will work for 37 models of non-Tesla […]

Summary: Tesla produced and delivered over 1.3 million electric vehicles in 2022, helping avoid 13.4 million metric tons of CO2 emissions. The company outlined a five-step plan to transition to sustainable energy, emphasizing solar, wind, and battery technologies. Tesla demonstrated commitment to responsible sourcing, engaging with 800+ suppliers and increasing supply chain transparency. Tesla has […]

Tesla has announced a new ownership loyalty benefit for current Model S and Model X owners with active unlimited free Supercharging. The perk appears to be an attempt to make legacy owners with rare unlimited free Supercharging to give it up. Eligible owners can now enjoy six years of unlimited Supercharging when trading in their […]

According to the latest data released by Statistics Canada, the number of new zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) registrations in Canada experienced a slight decline in Q4 2022 compared to the previous quarter. The data showcases the quarterly registration numbers for ZEVs across various provinces and territories in the country. In Q4 2022, a total of 33,399 […]

Dubai-based taxi company, Arabia Taxi Dubai, announced the addition of 269 Tesla Model 3 cars to its fleet in a significant step towards meeting sustainable transport targets. The company, a subsidiary of the Economic Group Holdings owned by Sheikh Majid bin Hamad Al Qasimi, has signed an exclusive agreement with Tesla to support the transition […]

Summary: Tesla raises its 2023 capital expenditure forecast to between $7 billion and $9 billion, up from $6 billion to $8 billion, in response to growing EV demand. The company is aggressively ramping up production, expanding its Nevada Gigafactory, and increasing output at its Berlin and Austin factories. For the first time, Tesla has begun […]

Tesla has started producing a version of its Model Y electric vehicle (EV) in Shanghai, set to be exported to Canada, marking the first time the company will ship cars from China to North America, according to an insider source and a production memo obtained by Reuters. This move connects Tesla’s most cost-efficient factory globally […]

Summary: Tesla will reportedly reintroduce the ability to select different regenerative braking strengths in an upcoming software update. The company’s cars previously allowed drivers to pick between “Standard” and “Low” regenerative braking. However, the regenerative braking strength option was axed in newer models starting in late 2020. Tesla is planning to bring back low regenerative […]

Summary: Tesla’s Model S and Model X in “Ultra Red” are now available in Taiwan. The company debuted the new Ultra Red colorway in March. Ultra Red replaces Tesla’s Red Multi-Coat option and looks to be a slightly deeper shade than its predecessor. Tesla has officially debuted its Model S and Model X electric vehicles […]