Stellantis Scales Back Software Ambitions, Halts Level 3 Self-Driving Rollout
Stellantis has pressed pause on its AutoDrive Level 3 self-driving program, opting instead to lean on suppliers for advanced driver-assistance technology as it looks to cut costs amid falling sales — reports Reuters. The automaker had originally hoped to launch its AutoDrive system with Level 3 capability in 2024, in partnership with BMW, before pushing […]
FLO to Install EV Chargers at 100 Tim Hortons Locations Across Canada
FLO, a North American leader in the electric vehicle (EV) charging space, has announced a new partnership with Tim Hortons that will see EV fast chargers deployed at 100 Tims restaurants across Canada by the end of 2028. The rollout will make Tim Hortons the largest restaurant provider of public EV fast charging in the […]
Canada Announces $22.7 Million EV Charging Expansion in B.C.
The Government of Canada today announced nearly $22.7 million CAD (about $16.5 million USD) in funding to expand electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across British Columbia. The investment, delivered in partnership with provincial utilities and municipalities, will support eight projects that will see more than 480 new EV chargers installed along major highways, in public […]
SpaceX Starship Flight 10 Nails First Starlink ‘Pez Dispenser’ Test
SpaceX’s Starship completed its tenth flight test on Tuesday, August 26, lifting off from Starbase, Texas, at 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m. PT. The launch marked another milestone in the company’s pursuit of building the world’s first fully reusable rocket, with SpaceX declaring the mission a success after meeting all major objectives. The test began with […]
BYD U9 Track Edition Breaks Global EV Speed Record
BYD on Tuesday announced that its high-end sub-brand Yangwang has set a new global benchmark for electric vehicle performance. On August 8, the Yangwang U9 Track Edition supercar hit a verified top speed of 472.41 km/h (294 mph) at Germany’s ATP proving grounds, making it the fastest production EV in the world. The U9 Track […]
SpaceX Starship V3 to Begin Heavy Flights in 2026, V4 to Fly 2027
Elon Musk has shared new details about SpaceX’s roadmap for future iterations of Starship as the company gears up for its 10th orbital flight test. In a post on X, Musk noted that Starship V3 will be a “massive upgrade” over the current V2 and should be through production and testing by the end of […]
Tesla Cybertruck South Korea Launch Set for August 29
Tesla has officially announced the launch of the Cybertruck in South Korea, marking the long-awaited debut of its angular electric pickup in the country. According to Tesla Korea, existing reservation holders will be able to log in to their Tesla accounts and confirm their Cybertruck orders starting August 29, 2025, through September 4, 2025. New […]
Tesla Refused $60 Million Settlement for Autopilot Crash Before $243 Million Fine
Tesla reportedly turned down a $60 million settlement proposal before being hit with a $243 million penalty in a high-profile lawsuit over a fatal 2019 crash involving Autopilot. According to Reuters, lawyers for the plaintiffs disclosed the settlement offer in a court filing this week as part of a request for legal fees, which they […]
Tesla Expands Robotaxi Service Area in Austin Ahead of Public Launch
Tesla has massively expanded the service area of its Robotaxi pilot in Austin, Texas, growing its geofence to approximately 173 square miles. This marks the third geofence expansion in Austin since Tesla launched its Robotaxi program there just over two months ago. The autonomous ride-hailing service originally started with an 18-square-mile area in June. Since then, […]
Waymo Adds Advance Booking Option for Autonomous Rides
Waymo is giving riders even more flexibility when it comes to hailing one of its fully autonomous robotaxis. The company announced today that users can now schedule a ride ahead of time directly in the Waymo app, making it easier to plan trips in advance instead of only being able to request an immediate pickup. […]
Tesla Milestone: 100,000 Refreshed Model Ys Built at Giga Berlin
Tesla has hit another production milestone in Europe. The company announced today that Gigafactory Berlin has now built its 100,000th refreshed Model Y, known internally as “Juniper.” “Today, we built the 100,000th New Model Y at Giga Berlin!” said Tesla Manufacturing (@gigafactories) in a post on X. André Thierig, Senior Director of Manufacturing at the […]
Tesla Autopark Activated at Home With DIY Duct Tape Lines [VIDEO]
A new video is making the rounds showing Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) software being tricked into thinking there’s a parking spot in a residential driveway using nothing more than white duct tape, allowing for the use of the Autopark feature. The clip, uploaded to YouTube by Tesla owner Emmanuel Huna, shows strips of tape laid […]
Musk Sues Apple, OpenAI Over Alleged App Store Monopoly
Two of Elon Musk’s companies have filed a lawsuit against Apple and OpenAI, accusing the pair of colluding to block competition in the generative AI market — reports CNBC. On Monday, Musk’s AI startup xAI and his social media platform X filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas, alleging […]
Tesla Semi Factory in Nevada Gears Up for Production [VIDEO]
Tesla was recently seen hauling in what appeared to be a massive stamping press as it prepares to kick off production at its new Tesla Semi factory in Nevada. The enormous equipment required two semi-trucks and a triple trailer to move, as seen in new footage from self-proclaimed “Tesla Semi Advocate” Zanegler (@HinrichsZane). The new […]
Tesla Opens New Port Coquitlam Sales and Service Center, Largest in Western Canada
Tesla officially opened its new sales, service, and distribution centre in Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, this weekend, marking its largest facility of its kind in Western Canada. Photos shared on Reddit showed crowds of Tesla owners, potential buyers, and enthusiasts gathering at the new location for the grand opening celebration. Tesla hosted a community-style event […]