Germany’s Best-Selling EV in December 2020: VW ID.3

Germany, like many countries in Europe, is already seeing a major transition to electric vehicles (EVs), even following a year ravaged by the COVID-19 pandemic. It comes as no surprise then that German company Volkswagen sold more units of the ID.3 in Germany in December 2020 than any other EV company by a margin of […]

Canada’s Lion Electric to Supply Up to 2,500 Trucks to Amazon

Electric trucks will eventually make up a major cornerstone of the electric vehicle (EV) industry, especially given their role in supply chain delivery – and many of them already starting to make a buzz. On Monday, it was revealed that Quebec-based EV company Lion Electric has entered an agreement with Amazon for the delivery of […]

SpaceX Delays Falcon 9 Starlink Launch Again, Now Set for Jan. 20

Just when you thought SpaceX was set for its Falcon 9 launch of 60 Starlink satellites tomorrow, think again. On Monday evening, SpaceX announced it has delayed its Falcon 9 launch to allow for more pre-launch inspections. It’s critical for SpaceX to make sure the proper inspections are in place for a successful launch. To […]

Designer Imagines Apple Car Interface Based on Tesla Model 3 [VIDEO]

Rumors about Apple’s upcoming electric vehicle (EV) have been making their way around internet communities for a few months now, and many are speculating as to what the car’s software design could be like. On Monday, 9to5Mac shared graphic designer John Calkins’ rendering of a new Apple Car user interface concept, designed for a 15-inch […]

Tesla Names New Head of Canada Battery Research Firm

Tesla’s Advanced Battery Research group in Canada has been producing battery technology and filing patents for the company since 2016. And in a new move, Tesla has named a new head of the firm, and one with a wealth of experience already in the field. On Monday, electrek reported that Tesla named Jeff Dahn as […]

Tesla Increase Price of Powerwall to $7,500 USD

Tesla’s Powerwall is an excellent at-home or at-work charging solution for Tesla owners and business owners alike. While it is most commonly used with Tesla’s solar customers for storing power, it’s also been traditionally tough for Tesla fans to get their hands on one of these, due to growing incentives in places like California helping […]

You Can Now Buy a 3D-Printed SpaceX Starship SN8/SN9

SpaceX is, quite literally, on a mission to Mars, and at the rate they’re going, it seems not much can stop them now, even if it’s still a decade or two away. For those who love SpaceX’s goals as much as we do, MoreThan3D Ltd has created a completely 3D printed 1/48 scale replica of […]

Hyundai to End Domestic Kona EV Sales Due to Recalls: Report

Hyundai’s Kona electric vehicle (EV) saw major recalls in the past several months, and as a result, the company has new plans for its flagship EV. On Friday, it was reported Hyundai is ready to stop selling the Kona EV domestically, due to a series of mass recalls from faulty braking systems and fires, according […]

Tesla Shares Pictures of First Model Y Deliveries in China

Tesla has shared official pictures of the first Model Y deliveries in China, holding elaborate launch events in 10 cities at the same time. The electric vehicle maker shared some official images of the launch, seen below: Customers also received framed memorabilia, a play on the image seen when you confirm a Tesla order online. […]

SpaceX Delays Next Starlink Satellite Launch to Tuesday, January 19

SpaceX was set to launch 60 more Starlink internet satellites on Monday morning, but due to “unfavorable weather”, the mission has been delayed 24 hours. “Due to unfavorable weather conditions in the recovery area, now targeting Tuesday, January 19 at 8:23 a.m. EST for launch of Starlink,” said SpaceX on Sunday evening. Due to unfavorable […]

First Look: Tesla 2020.48.35.1 FSD Beta Software Update [VIDEO]

On Sunday, Tesla released its 2020.48.35.1 software update for Full Self-Driving beta testers, the 10th version of the beta release and first of 2021. We’re now seeing the first drive of this new beta, shared by James Locke. Installing #FSDBeta update now, first of 2021! pic.twitter.com/2DfBhVVPE2 — James Locke (@arctechinc) January 17, 2021 “Did well […]

Tesla Confirms First Model Y Deliveries in China Set for Jan. 18

We now have confirmation from Tesla China its first Model Y SUV deliveries will take place on Monday, January 18, 2021. A previous report from Tesmanian said Tesla would deliver its first Model Y starting January 18, but now we have official confirmation. According to invitations sent out to early Model Y owners in Shanghai, […]