Here are Adults Sitting in the Tesla Model Y 3rd Row [PICS]
Yesterday we saw the first pictures of the Tesla Model Y 7-seat configuration shared by visitors to the company’s showroom in Newport Beach, California. Now, we’re seeing more pictures surface of actual adults sitting in the third row of the Model Y. According to Reddit user ‘kingoftowns’, the user has shared pictures of himself and his […]
Tesla Cybertruck ‘Doesn’t Need a Garage’ Says Elon Musk
Tesla Cybertruck production of its Dual Motor and Tri Motor All-Wheel Drive (AWD) versions are expected to begin production in late 2021, according to the company’s website. Beyond Cybertruck’s futuristic design, the truck is so large it will not fit into conventional garages. So what’s the solution? You don’t need one for it, says Tesla […]
Apple’s Electric Car May Use Eye-Tracking Technology
The electric vehicle (EV) world is going nuts the past several months over rumors of an electric Apple car. And now, a convincing, albeit highly-speculative, new report has many wondering if the car will include some seriously impressive new technology. According to a recent report from EE Times, some are speculating that the rumored Apple […]
Existing Tesla Model S, Model X Stock Liquidation Hints at Refresh
On Thursday, we reported on a rumor that Tesla was looking to start producing refreshed Model X and Model S units as soon as February 2021. In the newest update, rumors of refreshed Model X and Model X units on this timeline are only seeming more and more likely, and personally, we’re all for it. […]
GM to Expand Corvette Line to Include Electric Crossover: Report
Even after General Motors’ (GM’s) recent announcement of a new electric delivery van, the company still isn’t done offering new products to the market this year. GM may be looking to produce a new electric vehicle (EV) crossover SUV based on the Corvette, according to Bloomberg Quint. The company has discussed a number of different […]
Sandy Munro Goes Hands-On with 2021 Tesla Model 3 [VIDEO]
The 2021 Tesla Model 3 has been out for a while now, and those who have seen it so far have left it some rave reviews. On Friday, Sandy Munro uploaded a new video to his YouTube channel Munro Live, sharing with viewers a fresh look at the 2021 Tesla Model 3. In the nearly […]
Kia to Launch 7 New Electric Vehicles by 2027
In a press release Thursday, Kia announced the renewal of its brand purpose and strategy, also dropping the word ‘Motors’ from its corporate name to now simply be called ‘Kia.’ With the new change, it also announced a new slogan, “Movement that inspires,” and new goals to completely prioritize its Plan S – a long-term […]
Amazon Announces Alexa Custom Assistant for Automakers
Amazon has announced plans to make in-car voice assistants more of a possibility for automakers using its own Alexa system. On Friday, Amazon announced the Alexa Custom Assistant service, which allows automakers and other device manufacturers to develop their own personal assistant, according to CNBC. While the technology relies on developments already made by Amazon, […]
Tesla Price Target Raised to $950 from Wedbush Securities
Tesla has just received a price target raise from analyst Daniel Ives, Managing Director, Equity Research, at Wedbush Securities. According to the research note (via StreetInsider), Ives has increased Tesla’s price target from $715 to $950, while his “bull case” has increased to $1,250, up from $1,000. Ives has maintained a neutral rating for Tesla. […]
First Look: Tesla Model Y 7-Seater Hits California Store Showroom [PICS]
One week ago, Tesla launched its Standard Range Model Y, plus the long-awaited 7-seat option. Now, we’re hearing reports of the first 7-seat Model Y hitting a Tesla sales center showroom floor. According to Tesla Model Club forum member ‘GOFORIT5’, the 7-seater Model Y is available at the Fashion Island Tesla Store in Newport Beach, […]
Tesla 2020.48.13 Software Update Rolling Out: What’s New
Tesla this evening started rolling out its 2020.48.13 software update, which comes one day after the release of 2020.48.35, adding a touch of confusion for owners tracking these updates. We noticed a new Tesla software update 2020.48.13 on a Model S 70D (2015) in Michigan, United States. View the rollout of this update here: https://t.co/03kcG10F3A […]
Tesla and Apple Car Key? FCC Approves Ultra Wide-band Part for B Pillar
Could Tesla be lining up future support for Apple CarKey? The latest FCC approval details a new Ultra Wide-band B Pillar Endpoint device. Apple’s Car Key feature allows iPhone and Apple Watch owners to unlock and start compatible vehicles (currently it’s only BMW). Car Keys are stored within the Wallet app on iPhone or Apple […]
Tesla Model 3 Right-Hand Drive Builds Spotted at Giga Shanghai [VIDEO]
Tesla’s Gigafactory in Shanghai, China, is pumping out an insane number of Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, according to the latest drone flyover of the site, shared by Wu Wa on YouTube. The highlight of this 16-minute flyover, is the right-hand drive build of numerous Tesla Model 3 cars, which are rumoured to be […]
B.C. Increases EV Rebates Up to $100,000 CAD for Commercial Vehicles
The province of British Columbia, Canada, announced on Wednesday it has increased its electric vehicle (EV) rebates for businesses. Through the CleanBC Specialty-Use Vehicle Incentive (SUVI) and Commercial Vehicle Pilot (CVP) programs, businesses, local and regional governments, public sector organizations and non-profit organizations adopting specialty-use of zero-emission vehicles can get up to $100,000 CAD ($79,000 […]
Tesla Q4 2020 Safety Report: Autopilot Again Makes for Safer Vehicles
The safety of Tesla’s vehicles has largely been heralded, especially with Autopilot engaged, despite some properly guided concerns over electric vehicle (EV) battery fires. Still, Tesla’s cars are incredibly safe, and Tesla has recently released its Q4 2020 vehicle safety report. Perhaps unsurprisingly, its crash rates are still much lower with Autopilot engaged. In the […]