Tesla Model Y Impresses in ‘Moose Test’ Evasion Maneuver [VIDEO]
Another publication has acknowledged the Tesla Model Y’s superior handling during a series of swerve tests, as captured on video. In a video shared by km77.com, the publication used a Tesla Model Y to conduct what it calls “Maniobra de Esquiva y Eslalon,” or in English, the “Dodge and Slalom Maneuver” – also known as […]
Tesla Explains How its Glass Technology is Made [VIDEO]
Tesla’s glass is known for being extremely safe, but how does it make the in-cabin experience feel so quiet, even on busy, noisy highway roads? A new video shared by the electric automaker on Thursday explains how Tesla’s glass makes the cabin so quiet in the company’s vehicles. The nearly 2 minute video takes viewers […]
Tesla Model S Plaid Owner Drives Car Underwater in Crazy Test [VIDEO]
We’ve seen the unofficial Tesla Boat Mode before, as well as Tesla Gigafactory Shanghai’s Model Y promo of the electric vehicle (EV) driving through the water, but for the first time we’re aware of, one YouTube channel has attempted a Tesla Model S Plaid “Submarine Mode,” attempting to fully submerge a Plaid into water. In […]
GM Tells Bolt EV Owners to Park Away from Others, Citing Fire Risk
General Motors (GM) recalled every Chevy Bolt ever made last month, shortly thereafter halting Bolt production altogether – and the company has followed up with another fire safety request of owners of the Bolt electric vehicle (EV). GM has asked Chevy Bolt EV owners that park in decks or parking garages to park on the […]
Lucid Air Dream Edition: First EV with EPA Rating of 520 Miles of Range
The Lucid Air Dream Edition Range received a preliminary EPA rating of 520 miles of range on Wednesday, marking the first electric vehicle (EV) to be rated over 500 miles by the EPA, according to the company in an emailed statement. Along with the dream Edition Range, the Dream Edition Performance and Grand Touring variants […]
SpaceX Launches World’s First ‘Amateur Astronaut’ Crew to Orbit [VIDEO]
Image credit: @johnkrausphotos SpaceX made history tonight, as it sent the first all-civilian crew into orbit aboard its Dragon capsule. The Inspiration4 mission was sent into space by SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket from Kennedy Space Center’s 39A launchpad in Cape Canaveral, Florida. Check out the liftoff below: Liftoff of @Inspiration4X! Go Falcon 9! Go Dragon! […]
Here’s a Look Inside Tesla’s Massive Delivery Center in Beijing [VIDEO]
Last week, Tesla opened what was being called the largest delivery centre in China. The new Tesla delivery center opened on September 9, 2021. The centre has 11,800 square kilometers (127,014 sq. ft.) and 101 parking spaces dedicated to customer vehicle deliveries. The new delivery center allows customers to test drive vehicles, purchase cars and […]
Rivian R1T Electric Truck Completes Trans-America Trail in Off Road Test
After gaining full U.S. approval and rolling the first Rivian R1T off the production line, Rivian is already gaining traction in the follow-up to one publication’s adventurous trip in a Rivian R1T. On Monday, Motortrend shared photos and documentation from part two of its Rivian R1T off-road trip across the Trans-America Trail, and the result […]
Hyundai Delays IONIQ 5 Electric SUV to Winter 2021 [Update]
Hyundai unveiled the 2022 IONIQ 5 electric vehicle (EV) earlier this year, and while IONIQ 5 preorders have been open in Canada and the U.S. for most of the summer, Hyundai has apparently delayed delivery of the upcoming mid-sized utility vehicle. According to recent buyer @Matt Karolian, the 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5 EV has been […]
How to Watch Live: SpaceX Inspiration4 Launch [VIDEO]
After the Inspiration4 crew completed its static fire test of Falcon 9 on Monday, SpaceX is officially set for launch today, should the weather conditions permit it. SpaceX’s Falcon 9 booster and Dragon spacecraft are set up for today’s Inspiration4 launch, according to SpaceX’s launch website, set to take place at the Kennedy Space Center’s […]
Review: Turtle Wax Hybrid Solutions Ceramic Spray Coating on My Tesla Model 3
We here at Tesla North are always on the lookout for products that enhance the Tesla ownership experience. Fortunately for us, we stumbled upon the Turtle Wax Hybrid Solutions Ceramic Spray Coating, which has quite the passionate following from car fans. It’s touted as a high shine protective coating that repels water for up to […]
Walmart and Ford to Launch Self-Driving Vehicle Delivery Service in U.S.
As autonomous driving plans begin to become a reality, corporations like Walmart are looking to the technology in hopes to streamline retail needs, as shown in a newly-announced partnership on Wednesday. Walmart is adding partnerships with both Ford and Ford subsidiary Argo AI to its self-driving vehicle repertoire, and the company will be testing […]
Illinois EV Rebates Coming in 2022 for Select Counties
Following the release of updated U.S. federal electric vehicle (EV) tax credits for a few of the country’s largest auto manufacturers, one U.S. state has decided to join a parade of other states, offering their own state tax credit for EV purchases. Illinois is set to finally offer residents an EV rebate, following a sweeping […]
First Look: Tesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) Beta 10 in Canada [VIDEOS]
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving beta 10 has been out for almost a week now in North America, and users in both the U.S.–and now Canada are taking note of how the software is handling various situations. Canada was destined to be the first location outside of the U.S. to try FSD beta, which was supposed to […]
Rivian Gets U.S. Approval to Sell Cars, First Production EV Rolls Off the Line
Rivian has announced it has produced its first customer vehicle, an announcement made on Tuesday morning by CEO RJ Scaringe. “After months of building pre-production vehicles, this morning our first customer vehicle drove off our production line in Normal! Our team’s collective efforts have made this moment possible. Can’t wait to get these into the […]