India, in a strategic move to boost electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing within its borders, announced on Friday a reduction in import taxes for EVs. This policy adjustment is contingent on automakers committing to an investment of at least $500 million and starting local production within three years. The move significantly benefits Tesla, aligning with the […]
Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced plans to produce Semi, the company’s electric truck model, in Grünheide, Germany, at its Giga Berlin factory. This news came during Musk’s brief visit to Berlin, where he addressed Tesla employees following a recent fire at the facility started by activists, resulting in a brief factory shut down. During his […]
SpaceX successfully conducted the third test flight of its Starship spacecraft on Thursday, March 14, marking a significant achievement in the company’s quest for space exploration. The test, originally scheduled within a 110-minute window starting at 7:00 a.m. CT, was closely monitored and broadcast live, providing global audiences with unprecedented live and clear footage thanks […]
Earlier this month, a Tesla Cybertruck crashed into the Beverly Hills Hotel sign and there was some confusion as to what really happened, due to some sarcastic claims on X (originally it was believed to be the valet that crashed the truck, but that was false). Now, in an update regarding the March 3, 2024, […]
The durability of Tesla’s Cybertruck glass was rigorously tested through a series of escalating impacts by The Kilowatts. The test started with no damage from lightweight objects such as ping pong and golf balls. Progression to a baseball, akin to the one used at Tesla’s delivery event, similarly failed to fracture the glass. Notably, a […]
Citadel Completions, a leading provider of V/VVIP aircraft services, has announced its new status as an Authorized Starlink Dealer in the Business Aviation sector. This development allows Citadel to offer both sales and installation services for Starlink’s advanced Aviation Products on large cabin aircraft, both narrow and wide-bodied. This collaboration expands Citadel’s service offerings, combining […]
Tesla’s factory in Grünheide, Germany, has resumed power since Monday evening, as confirmed by an internal email from the electric car manufacturer. According to the email, repair work carried out by the power supplier Edis was completed “faster than originally planned,” reports Handelsblatt. Andre Thierig, Senior Director, Manufacturing Giga Berlin, confirmed this news on LinkedIn, […]
Tesla has unveiled a unique offer for its long-term shareholders: an opportunity for early delivery of the much-anticipated Foundation Series Cybertruck. Interested shareholders must sign up here by 11:59 PM CDT on Friday, March 22, 2024, to be eligible for this program. Eligible participants will receive an email with further details prior to delivery. This […]
Image via SoyaCincau After an eight-month wait, Tesla has started the delivery of its Model Y vehicles to Malaysian customers. The initial batch of Model Y compact crossover SUVs, comprising 80 units, was distributed today at Tesla Cyberjaya. This marks the start of numerous forthcoming deliveries over the coming days and months, notes SoyaCincau. The […]
Tesla has reportedly started offering a retrofit option for select Model 3 vehicles, offering an upgrade to lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery packs along with enhanced rear springs and dampers. This update is aimed at models originally equipped with the 2170 battery packs. Notably, the retrofit is said to improve 0-60 mph acceleration times, according […]
Tesla has started the deployment of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta version 12.3, integrated into the 2023.44.30.25 software update. Reports indicate that the release has been confined to a select group of users, with Tesla owner known as @TeslaAIGirl receiving the update late Monday evening. “FSD Beta v12 upgrades the city-streets driving stack to a […]
SpaceX has received conditional approval from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for using E-band radio frequencies to enhance its Starlink broadband network. The FCC’s decision, announced on March 8, will allow SpaceX to utilize E-band frequencies between its second-generation (Gen 2) Starlink satellites and ground gateways, complementing the currently employed Ka and Ku bands, reports […]
Porsche has expanded its electric vehicle lineup with the addition of two high-performance models: the Taycan Turbo GT and the Taycan Turbo GT equipped with the Weissach package. These models are notable for their superior electric power capabilities, surpassing 1,084 horsepower. Specifically, the Taycan Turbo GT shows a power consumption of 21.6 – 20.7 kWh/100 […]
In a remarkable incident on the South Eastern Freeway in Adelaide, Australia, a 67-year-old man credits Tesla’s Autopilot system for potentially saving his life and those of other motorists. The driver, who prefers to remain anonymous, experienced a medical episode while driving his Tesla Model 3 RWD, leading to a near-catastrophic situation that was narrowly […]
When will Tesla’s Cybertruck launch in Canada? It is supposed to happen soon, according to a Tesla executive. Rohan Patel, Tesla’s Vice President, Public Policy and Business Development, shared an update on Saturday morning, when asked about the Cybertruck for Canadians. “@cybertruck team is gonna make this happen, and is working on the regulatory paperwork […]
