Tesla Model S Plaid Teardown: Here’s the Undercarriage [PICS]
After starting its teardown of Tesla’s Model S Plaid yesterday, automotive engineer Sandy Munro revealed what’s under the front hood. On Friday, Munro shared more images of their teardown, revealing pictures of the undercarriage of the Model S Plaid. Undercarriage of the Plaid. #MunroLive #SandyMunro #TeardownTitan #Tesla #ModelS #Plaid pic.twitter.com/d54rWGdXXF — Munro Live (@live_munro) January […]
Consumer Reports Praises Ford, GM Driver Monitoring Systems, But Not Tesla [VIDEO]
Tesla’s camera-based in-cabin driver monitoring system for its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD) advanced driver assistance systems have not been recognized in the latest Consumer Reports’ recent safety test. The consumer organization recently tested driver monitoring systems from BMW, Ford, General Motors, Tesla, and Subaru on a closed course. Out of the five, only GM’s […]
Tesla’s Giga Texas Rumored to Deliver Some Model Y Cars by End of Q1: Report
All eyes are on Tesla’s upcoming Gigafactories in Berlin, Germany and Austin, Texas, to start production. Based on recent drone flyover videos, these factories appear to be nearly ready. But when will Tesla start delivery of Model Y vehicles from Giga Austin? According to Electrek, unnamed sources claim Tesla is reportedly aiming to delivery a […]
GM to Launch Cadillac LYRIQ e-SUV in ‘A Few Months’, Says President
General Motors Co. President Mark Reuss, in a LinkedIn post published Thursday, said the Cadillac LYRIQ all-electric SUV will start shipping to customers “in a few months” (via Jalopnik). Reuss congratulated the Cadillac division and the team at Spring Hill Manufacturing, the $2 billion USD facility where the Cadillac LYRIQ is being fabricated, on the […]
Tesla Shows Off Giga Berlin ‘Graffiti Art’, References Sci-Fi Novel ‘Dune’ and More [VIDEO]
Yesterday we shared with you one of the first images of Tesla’s graffiti art on the exterior of the company’s Gigafactory in Berlin, Germany, and on early Friday morning, the electric automaker previewed some higher-quality images of its own. Tesla shared two images of Giga Berlin’s exterior art, with one showcasing the image we shared […]
iPhone Maker Foxconn Partners with Indonesia to Support EV Growth in Nation
Apple iPhone supplier Foxconn has been keen on new plans to make electric vehicles (EVs), and following the company’s release of three concept EVs, the Taiwan-based now-automaker is reportedly working with Indonesia to bolster EV adoption. Foxconn announced this week that it has partnered with Indonesia’s Investment Ministry as well as a number of countries […]
Tesla Model 3/Y Gets New Approval and Range Updates in Europe
The Tesla Model 3 and Model Y have received new approvals and range updates in Europe, largely due to the addition of the vehicle’s new AMD Ryzen processor, according to a pair of posts on the TFF Forum (via @Tesla_Adri). The news comes as part of Tesla’s need to gain approval through the European Union […]
GM to Invest $154 Million into New York Plant for EV Components
General Motors (GM) has announced yet a second renovation project, which the company will use to create an electric vehicle (EV) hardware supply facility. GM plans to invest almost $154 million USD into its Western New York Lockport Components plant, in order to outfit the facility to produce the company’s stator modules, a key piece […]
Autonomy Launches Tesla Model 3 Subscription Service in California
NextCar Holding Company launched a new electric vehicle (EV) subscription program and consumer brand called “Autonomy,” which will allow customers to gain access to a number of EVs – starting with the Tesla Model 3. NextCar has launched a subscription program through its new brand Autonomy, so users can pay monthly fees to get access […]
Tesla Model 3 Performance Feature List Removes ‘Lowered Suspension’
Tesla has removed “lowered suspension” from its feature list associated with the Model 3 Performance, as pointed out on Friday by @Tesla_Adri. The automaker used to list “lowered suspension” on the bottom of the Model 3 Performance’s feature list, which appeared below 20-inch Überturbine wheels, performance brakes, carbon fiber spoiler and aluminum alloy pedals. Now, […]
Neuralink May Start Human Trials Soon for Brain Implant Chips
Elon Musk’s brain-implant company Neuralink showed off a monkey using the technology to play ping pong with its mind last year, and a new report shows that the company is inching closer to beginning trials with humans. Neuralink is currently hiring for a clinical trial director, signalling the company could be nearing plans to begin […]
Tesla 2021.44.30.11 Software Update [Release Notes]
Tesla has started rolling out its 2021.44.30.11 software update on Thursday evening, as noted by @Teslascope. The 2021.44.30.11 update was detected on a Model 3 Standard Range in Queensland, Australia. We noticed a new Tesla software update 2021.44.30.11 on a Model 3 SR+ (2021) in Queensland, Australia. View the rollout of this update here: https://t.co/RhoIuFkYbr […]
Watch: Tesla Model X Plaid Goes 0-60 mph in 2.3 Seconds [VIDEO]
YouTube channel Vehicle Virgins shared their Tesla Model X Plaid review today and the channel was blown away at the performance of the electric automaker’s newest SUV (via @BLKMDL3). What impressed Vehicle Virgins the most was the acceleration and 0-60 mph times of the Model X Plaid with six seats. Tesla’s website states the Model […]
Boring Company Tunnels Being Considered by San Antonio
According to The San Antonio Report, The Boring Company’s proposal to build a pair of tunnels 9 miles long, 30 feet below ground to connect the San Antonio International Airport to downtown is currently being reviewed by the Alamo Regional Mobility Authority (RMA). Back in October 2019, the Alamo RMA started considering a direct transportation route […]
Tesla’s Fremont Factory Still Packed Full of Cars, Shows Drone Flyover [VIDEO]
Tesla’s Fremont factory in California looks busier than ever, as the site is still full of completed cars the company is set to deliver to customers. That’s according to a flyover of the site taken this morning on Thursday, January 20, 2022, by YouTube channel ‘Met God in Wilderness’. You can see lots of Model […]