In a recently published YouTube video, veteran Autogefühl reviewer Thomas Majchrzak showcases and reviews Porsche’s newest all-electric cars — the Taycan GTS and Taycan GTS Sport Turismo, an electric wagon version of the car. The Taycan GTS features Porsche’s signature aerodynamic, performance sedan design language, complete with a fair amount of built-in storage space thanks […]

A Norwegian court has found Tesla guilty of throttling Supercharger charging speeds, and ordered the automaker to pay $14,000 to affected owners, as detailed by StreetInsider Premium (via @SawyerMeritt). The case involves older Model S sedans with 85 kWh battery packs, with the latter discontinued in 2016. The allegations said Tesla throttled charging speeds at Superchargers […]

Tesla’s climate controls allow owners to enable various states, including one known as ‘Camp Mode’. According to Tesla, “Camp Mode allows you to power electronics through the USB ports and 12V outlet in addition to maintaining the cabin temperature.” Camp Mode also keeps the touchscreen on, “so you can play music, browse the internet, play […]

Tesla has increased the price of its Model Y Tow Package on Wednesday, increasing the price to $1,300 USD, up $100 USD from its previous price of $1,200 USD. “Equip your Model Y with a high-strength steel tow bar and 2” hitch receiver capable of towing up to 3,500 pounds on all wheel configurations,” explains […]

According to new world plugin vehicle sales for the month of October 2021, Tesla’s electric vehicles are leading the pack, based on data expertly compiled by José Pontes over at CleanTechnica. The affordable and ultra-compact Wuling HongGuang Mini EV in China sold 39,128 units in October 2021, but when we look at combined Tesla Model […]

General Motors (GM) is confident about its ability to catch up with Tesla in electric vehicle (EV) sales, and in a new update, the company has reportedly partnered with a new supplier to produce battery components. GM announced on Wednesday plans to partner with Korean materials company Posco Chemical on producing cathode active materials by […]

After an August J.D. Power survey ranked Tesla’s Superchargers as the top in public charging, one California agency is asking electric vehicle (EV) owners to respond to a new survey about charging and payments. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is asking EV drivers for their thoughts on public charging, payment and overall convenience, in […]

As automakers grapple with how to switch from gas vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs), some companies are pointing out some of the extra costs that will come with the shift. Netherlands-based Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares said that the costs of switching to EVs will mostly fall on automakers, and are apparently “beyond the limits” of […]

Just weeks after debuting the NIO ET7 electric sedan, NIO has officially broken a record for the most sales it has achieved in a single month. NIO set a new monthly sales record in November, delivering a total of 10,878 units for a 105.6 percent year-over-year increase, according to a press release. The deliveries show […]

Tesla noted on Wednesday that a figure published by the Chinese think tank EV100, saying that the company’s Shanghai Gigafactory has exceeded 450,000 in annual output in Q3 and on track to hit 500,000, is inaccurate, according to a Tesla representative speaking to Reuters. While EV100 quoted Tesla China Head Grace Tao, also known as […]

Tesla has a history of fixing software-based issues before the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) can recall them, but a recent update shows that the agency has issued a new hardware recall for several Model Y units. Tesla has recalled Model Y units built between June 2020 and November 2021, due to front and […]

SpaceX is currently testing its high-speed satellite broadband service, Starlink, aboard several aircraft — reports Bloomberg. Jonathan Hofeller, Vice President of Starlink and Commercial Sales at SpaceX, says the company is looking to offer in-flight internet to airlines “as soon as possible.” The news comes after SpaceX CEO Elon Musk confirmed in October that the […]

Tesla has launched a new limited-edition product in its online shop: the Cyberwhistle. “Inspired by Cybertruck, the limited-edition Cyberwhistle is a premium collectible made from medical-grade stainless steel with a polished finish. The whistle includes an integrated attachment feature for added versatility,” explains Tesla. A Cyberwhistle will run you $50 USD in the United States—and […]

According to a recent tweet from Binance CEO Changpeng “CZ” Zhao (@cz_binance), the cryptocurrency exchange has apparently partnered with Elon Musk to give away a custom, Dogecoin-themed Tesla and a whopping $50,000 USD in the coveted meme coin. I'm giving away a DOGE Tesla & $50,000 in $DOGE. Which do you want? To enter:🔸Retweet🔸Follow @elonmusk, […]

Tesla’s steering yoke included in the company’s Model S and Model X has been making headlines all year, but one Tesla owner decided to try the yoke out on a Model Y, as depicted in a new video. Dirty Tesla installed a steering yoke in his Tesla Model Y to try it out ahead of […]