Tesla Confirms Cybertruck 4-Motor Variant with Front and Rear Wheel Steering at Launch
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has shared some more details about the company’s Cybertruck. Responding to rumours about Tesla ditching its single motor version of Cybertruck, and instead offering 2, 3 and 4-motor variants, Musk said, “initial production will be 4 motor variant, with independent, ultra fast response torque control of each wheel. Initial production will […]
Elon Musk Sells $1.01 Billion in Tesla Shares After Exercising More Options
Tesla CEO Elon Musk isn’t done selling Tesla shares as of yet, and with a recent sale, Musk has surpassed an impressive milestone. Musk has now sold more than $10 billion USD in Tesla shares in his recent share selling spree, after selling another 934,000 shares on Thursday, according to The Wall Street Journal. With […]
Here are Tesla Megachargers Installed at Giga Nevada [PICS]
We’ve been tracking the installation of Tesla’s Megachargers at Giga Nevada for the past couple of months, and now they have been installed and are apparently working, according to new images shared by @SawyerMerritt. Megachargers are higher-powered versions of the company’s Superchargers made for Tesla’s Semi truck, which was seen spotted at Gigafactory Nevada last […]
Tesla Rolling Out Starlink Internet to Superchargers in Canada
Tesla has started expanding its SpaceX Starlink internet to its Superchargers in Canada. According to Tommy F (@Tommyf902), based in British Columbia’s Lower Mainland, he was able to test out the Starlink Wi-Fi at the Tesla Supercharger in Surrey. Tommy F pointed out to Tesla North Starlink service “can only be accessible by a Tesla […]
All ONroute Locations in Canada to Get EV Fast Chargers
ONRoute announced this week it has partnered with the Canadian Electricity Association’s Ivy Charging Network to install electric vehicle (EV) fast-charging stations at all of its locations along Ontario’s busiest highways in Canada, the Highway 401 and Highway 400. ONRoute, which operates rest stops and gas stations in plazas along Ontario’s Highway 400 and Highway […]
Electrify America Turns 140 U.S. Charging Stations into Virtual Power Plants
Electrify America announced on Thursday it has installed onsite, behind-the-meter battery energy storage systems (BESS) at more than 140 of its electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the U.S. The new feature now enables two-way connections to the electrical grid, turning them into Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) with a total energy storage capacity of 30 […]
You Can Now Buy a Tesla Cyberquad Bomber Jacket for Kids
After launching its new Cyberquad for Kids all-electric ATV on Wednesday for a hefty $1,900 USD, Tesla also debuted a Cyberquad Bomber Jacket for Kids four hours prior, priced at $65 USD. While the Cyberquad for Kids is out of stock, the bomber jacket is still available. “Wear your Kids Cyberquad Bomber Jacket during your adventures […]
Polestar Announces Expansion Plans for Showroom Network, Teases Polestar 3 CUV
According to Automotive News, Swedish electric vehicle (EV) maker Polestar on Thursday announced plans to double the number of showrooms, or “Spaces,” it has in the U.S. by 2023, and up the total number of Spaces it has globally from 86 today to 150 by year’s end, 2022. Polestar said its 25 U.S. showrooms would grow […]
GM Now Halts Chevy Bolt EV Production Until Late January 2022
General Motors (GM) has extended the production halt at its Michigan Orion Assembly plant until late January, affecting the continued halt for production of the Chevy Bolt. GM will halt production at the Orion Assembly plant, which produces the Chevy Bolt, until January 28, according to a report from Automotive News. On Tuesday, GM President […]
SpaceX Targets Falcon 9 Starlink, BlackSky Launch Tonight [VIDEO]
As SpaceX continues its string of Starlink and other launches, the company will announce attempted launch windows that are tentative based on the company not encountering inclement weather. @SpaceX announced on Thursday that it’s targeting the same evening at 6:12 p.m. for a Falcon 9 launch carrying 48 Starlink satellites and two BlackSky spacecraft, set […]
Lexus Teases RZ Electric Crossover, Touts ‘Yoke’ Steering Wheel [VIDEO]
After Toyota unveiled its e-TNGA battery-electric vehicle platform earlier this year, Lexus is officially set to drop its first zero-emission vehicle featuring the platform. Lexus is teasing its very first electric vehicle (EV), The RZ crossover, which is set to be built on Toyota’s e-TNGA electric drivetrain platform, according to Automotive News. According to Lexus […]
Ex-Tesla Engineer Departs Apple’s Car Project for Another Electric Startup
Michael Schwekutsch, a former Tesla engineer who was working for Apple’s Auto project, has officially departed the company to join electric aviation startup Archer, according to CNBC. Archer is currently developing electric air taxis which feature a vertical take-off and landing routine. The startup hopes to offer short trips to customers to help prevent added […]
Inspiration4’s Hayley Arceneaux Joins SpaceX Medical Team
After SpaceX’s Inspiration4 civilian spaceflight safely returned to Earth in September, one member that was aboard the Dragon spacecraft has been offered a job by SpaceX. Inspiration4 civilian and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital nurse @Hayley Arceneaux has officially joined SpaceX’s medical team, according to an announcement made on Wednesday. Arceneaux will have the freedom […]
Tesla Headquarters Officially Moved to Texas, Shows Filing
After Tesla’s CEO Elon Musk confirmed company plans to move its headquarters to Austin, Texas from Fremont, California, the company has now officially made the move, as shown in a new filing. Tesla has officially moved its headquarters to Austin, Texas, according to an 8-K form filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on […]
Tesla Launches Cyberquad for Kids for $1,900 USD
After launching a $50 Cyberwhistle that sold out pretty much immediately, Tesla is not quite done yet with Cybertruck-themed accessories in its online store. On late Wednesday, Tesla’s online shop has launched Cyberquad for Kids, a $1,900 USD all-electric version of the ATV, just for your little ones. “Get ready for any adventure with the […]