Tesla has started rolling out its 2022.44.2 software update, as noted by @Teslascope and @TeslaFi fleets on Friday evening. As for 2022.44.2 release notes? There are new Sentry Mode features, according to Not a Tesla App. Sentry Mode gets new customization options in 2022.44.2, including: Camera-Based Detection, which allows users to disable the use of […]
Tesla has debuted a 2023 Model Y All-Wheel Drive, in existing inventory for immediate purchase in select states. Currently, Tesla’s website no longer offers the Standard Range for purchase, as only Long Range (delivering Dec 2022 to March 2023) and Performance are available. The Standard Range Model Y AWD was made at Gigafactory Texas with […]
SpaceX has launched Starshield, a new, secured satellite service geared toward government entities and national security applications. It sounds kind of like Starlink, but for the government instead of regular consumers and capable of more than just providing an internet connection. “Starshield leverages SpaceX’s Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink […]
Image via Yan Chang Earlier this week it was reported the 2023 Tesla Model S and Model X was said to include a new larger rear display, as shared by a picture of a Model S in Europe. While it’s easy to assume all pictures on the internet are real, sometimes it’s worth taking things […]
In early November, SpaceX announced a new Fair Use policy for its Residential customers in the US and Canada, along with all Business and Maritime customers. The new policy was set to begin in December 2022, but now SpaceX has delayed the policy, according to an update on its website. The plan would offer up […]
Two companies have announced plans to create a clean energy storage using old batteries from Tesla’s vehicles. Energy storage firms Cactos and Smartville announced $10 million in fundraising to help commercialize systems using repurposed batteries from Tesla’s electric vehicles (EVs), as detailed in a report from EnergyStorage.news on Wednesday. San Diego-based Smartville has an energy […]
Tesla has changed its estimated delivery times on all models in China, with the order configurator page now saying all Model 3 and Y trims will be delivered in “December 2022” (via @Tslachan). Previously, each trim and model displayed one to five weeks for estimated delivery. The change comes as Tesla seemingly pivots to focus […]
Volkswagen shared its next-generation ID.3 on Friday, set to be fully unveiled to the public in the spring, according to a press release from the company. Customers can order their next-generation ID.3 models now and can expect to receive deliveries from Q4 2023. The new version of the Volkswagen ID.3 will initially be produced at […]
Long-term vehicle subscription service Autonomy has launched an end-of-year sale that lets users subscribe to a Tesla Model 3 for what it is calling the “lowest price anywhere” for the electric sedan. Customers need to put down a $3,000 deposit and then pay $450 per month for the first 12 months, said Autonomy earlier this […]
The Tesla Model Y earned the title of News AU‘s 2022 Car of the Year, following testing of eight different gas and electric vehicles on Australian roads. The outlet notes the Model Y’s 450km driving range, its roomy cabin compared to gas cars, its brisk acceleration and its sharp steering as a few of the […]
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approved SpaceX to launch up to 7,500 next-generation Starlink satellites on Thursday, according to a report from CNBC. “Our action will allow SpaceX to begin deployment of Gen 2 Starlink,” said the FCC. The approval is only for part of SpaceX’s application for Starlink next-gen satellites. The company wanted 10,800 […]
Tesla on Thursday evening held its Semi delivery event, where it delivered its first production electric truck to customer, PepsiCo. Company CEO Elon Musk was on hand for a presentation alongside Dan Priestley, Senior Manager, Semi Truck Engineering the company (who did an incredible job beside Musk). Both Musk and Priestley highlighted the major features of […]
Tesla’s Semi Delivery Event is set to start streaming at 5pm PT/8PM ET tonight, Thursday December 1, 2022. The event will finally see the first Tesla Semi truck delivered, to customer PepsiCo. You’ll be able to watch the Tesla Semi event livestream tonight on YouTube below: Tesla also announced on Thursday that its Semi Delivery […]
Tesla’s Gigafactory Texas is reportedly aiming for 75,000 units of the Model Y in the first quarter of 2023, according to an unnamed source who shared the information with electrek. The figure equates to more than 5,000 units per week at the site for the entire quarter, marking a significant production increase from the 1,000 […]
Volkswagen Group and its battery company PowerCo are searching for their first North American gigafactory location with eyes on Canada, according to a press release shared on Thursday. The companies are in discussion with the Canadian government to help identify sites that would be suitable for cathode material production. PowerCo will also work with materials […]
