SpaceX Starlink Latency Spikes Frustrating Some Customers
Some SpaceX Starlink subscribers are complaining of latency spikes and rampant packet loss on the service since earlier this week (via Reddit). The kind of lag this causes is most noticeable in online games, especially multiplayer titles. “I have been gaming on starlink for a while now and have for the most part not had […]
First Tesla CCS Supercharger in U.S. May Be Coming Soon, ‘Magic Dock’ Leaks in App
Tesla’s ever-growing Supercharging network may soon be open to electric vehicles (EVs) from other companies in the U.S., judging by an upcoming change to Superchargers that was recently discovered within the company’s mobile app. The Tesla app recently let slip an image detailing what the company’s “Magic Dock,” which will adapt Tesla’s now-open North American […]
Tesla Plans 30,000 Sq Ft Service Centre and 13 Superchargers in London, England
Image via @MarcoRPTesla Tesla is planning a new 30,000 square-foot centre in London, England, shows new permits. That’s according to Supercharger researcher @MarcoRPTesla on Sunday. “A new Tesla Centre is coming soon to London, England!!”, said Marco. “Permits have been filed for a 30,000 sqft building in the Ravenside Retail Park in Enfield. Additionally, the […]
Frito-Lay Modesto Shows Off Tesla Semi, Charging Stations and Megapack [VIDEO]
PepsiCo’s Frito-Lay was the first customer to receive Tesla’s Semi truck and now the snack maker has showcased its green technologies at its Modesto, California, facility. Frito-Lay says it is near completion of its Modesto facility’s transformation into a green facility that uses zero and near zero-emission technologies. The project was started in 2019 and […]
Tesla Update to Bring Camera-Based Speed Limit Detection in Germany: Report
Tesla plans to release a software update in Germany to bring its camera-based speed limit detection feature, according to TeslaMag. The upcoming software update 2023.2 will bring Speed Assist features that will detect speed limit signs using Tesla’s vehicle cameras, including support for the German Autobahns. Normally, speed limit signs would be based on map […]
Tesla’s Optimus Robot Now Has its Own Twitter Account [VIDEO]
Tesla has created a dedicated Twitter account for its Optimus robot, following other company projects such as Tesla Charging and more. “A general purpose, bi-pedal, humanoid robot capable of performing tasks that are unsafe, repetitive or boring,” is the description of the Twitter account for Tesla Optimus, which links to the company’s website to apply […]
Tesla Model Y Custom Mods Unveiled by NOVITEC in Germany
High-end vehicle tuner NOVITEC, headquartered in Bavaria, Germany, recently launched a customized sports modification program for the Tesla Model Y (via @Berlinergy). NOVITEC is traditionally known for modifying Italian makes such as Ferrari, Fiat, Alfa Romeo, and Lamborghini. The company created a unit dedicated to Maserati tuning in 2007, and it will now be working […]
Tesla Becomes Germany’s Top-Selling EV Brand for 2022, Overtaking Volkswagen
Tesla was the top-selling battery electric vehicle (BEV) brand in Germany for 2022, unseating local automotive giant Volkswagen for the first time, according to data from the country’s Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) that was shared by nextmove, a German electric car rental company (via @Captn_Hype). @tesla taking pole position in Germany in BEV sales […]
Tesla Starts Accepting Questions for Q4 2022 Earnings Call
Tesla is now accepting questions for its fourth-quarter and year-ended December 31, 2022, earnings call, as detailed by Martin Viecha (@MartinViecha), the company’s head of Investor Relations. Submit new questions or upvote your favourite questions for Tesla's earnings call here:https://t.co/lcuyKYrRQn — Martin Viecha (@MartinViecha) January 21, 2023 The all-electric automaker’s Q4 and full-year 2022 earnings […]
MyQ Extends Tesla Connected Garage Free Trial: How to Get More than 30 Days
Last month, Tesla released a software update integrating myQ garage doors with the company’s vehicles, to allow for seamless automatic opening and closing of your garage door, based on your vehicle’s location. The myQ free trial was only set for 30 days, but it has now been extended. MyQ emailed customers on Friday afternoon and […]
Tesla Heated Steering Wheel to Get ‘Auto’ Temperature Setting, Says Report
Image via: Not a Tesla App Tesla is set to release a software update where it will bring more granular controls to its heated steering wheel, similar to its heated seats which gained an ‘Auto’ setting back in March of 2022. That’s according to a screenshot showing Tesla’s heated steering wheel icon showing an ‘Auto’ […]
GM to Invest $918 Million in Production of V-8 Gas Engines and EV Components
General Motors (GM) is planning to invest $918 million into four U.S. plants dedicated to building V-8 gas engines and electric vehicle (EV) components, according to an announcement made on Friday. The news comes after GM shared plans to begin selling fully-electric models only by 2035, showing that the automaker will continue needing to balance […]
Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Win Numerous 2023 ‘What Car?’ Awards
Tesla’s flagship sedan and SUV have earned three separate awards on Britain’s “What Car?” index, as shared on Friday in videos and on the rating index’s website. The Tesla Model Y earned the “Best for Safety” award in the ranking system, while the Tesla Model 3 earned titles for both “Best for Efficiency” and “Best […]
Tesla to Build Florida’s Largest V3 Supercharger, Shows Filing
Tesla has submitted an application for Florida’s largest V3 Supercharger station, set to be installed in Gainesville, according to filings with the city, shares @MarcoRPTesla. The Supercharger station will include 24 V3 stalls and will be built at 6795 W. Newberry Rd. at the Oaks Mall Plaza, right off of I-75. Marco notes that all […]
Tesla China Shares Lunar New Year Smartphone Wallpapers
Tesla China has shared four rabbit-themed wallpapers in celebration of the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday, as shared on Twitter by @Yan Chang on Friday. The four wallpapers include two with rabbit designs appearing near the center, one of which is a geometric outline of the 3D rabbit’s contour lines, while the other shows a […]