Tesla Shop Finally Adds Model Y Accessories Shortcut to Homepage
It’s about time we see the Model Y get some love on the homepage of the online Tesla Shop. Tesla recently added “Model Y Accessories” to the homepage of its online store, offering a quick shortcut to accessories, joining Model S, Model 3 and Model X. Recent additions to the Tesla Shop for Model Y […]
Tesla Now Sells a USB Drive for Sentry Mode and Dashcam Footage
You can now buy a USB drive from Tesla’s online shop for Sentry Mode and Dashcam footage. A 128GB USB drive is available for $35 USD, as spotted by @TesLatino. Of course, you can find cheaper USB thumb drives on Amazon that are not Tesla-branded, for about half the price. “Store your Sentry Mode and […]
Consumer Reports Lowers Tesla Reliability Score, Blames Model Y
Tesla began production of its Model Y crossover in January, though it’s not exactly considered the most reliable of the company’s lineup, according to a new survey. In an annual reliability survey conducted by Consumer Reports, the Tesla Model Y was ranked far below average reliability, pulling Tesla’s total ranking down significantly, as reported by […]
2021 Tesla Model S Performance Gets Updated EPA Range and Efficiency Ratings
In September, Tesla fans went crazy over CEO Elon Musk’s announcement of the release of the Model S Plaid, and with good reason. We also saw the ‘regular’ Model S Performance get updated with increased range via a software update. Now, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has updated its ratings for the 2021 Model S […]
Oregon Tesla Model 3 Driver Wrecks Car, Miraculously Survives
Teslas have been known for their immense safety, though we hope drivers never have to put that to the test. Fortunately, when they do, they typically show how safe they really are. On Wednesday, a Tesla Model 3 wrecked in Corvallis, Oregon going over 100 mph, and the driver managed to walk away sustaining only […]
Tesla, Rivian, Lucid and Others Form First EV Lobbying Group
A swift move to sustainable transportation would not only be prudent and timely, but it is also well-underway. And with a brand new lobbying group working to push the world forward towards zero-emissions cars, the move may happen even faster than previously expected. A number of companies including Tesla, Uber, Rivian, and Lucid Motors have […]
Tesla Giga Berlin Starts Hiring for Battery Cell Production
With Tesla Giga Berlin’s battery cell production operations soon to be underway, the company has begun hiring for a Cell Manufacturing Operational Leader, a Cell Shop Senior Leader, and a Manufacturing Engineering Manager, as reported by Teslarati. Drew Baglino, VP of Technology and Senior Vice President of Power Train and Energy Engineering, posted the jobs […]
SpaceX to Test Starlink Internet Aboard Gulfstream Jets
SpaceX has shared plans to expand Starlink testing by using a Gulfstream to connect with the network, as reported by CNBC. The plans were shared via a request to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), in which SpaceX CEO Elon Musk asked if the company could add Starlink Terminals “on a Gulfstream for a period of […]
Tesla (TSLA) Surges 19% to Record High Ahead of S&P 500 Debut
Shares of Tesla have hit an all-time high as predicted, surging as much as 19% on Thursday morning, currently trading at $506.37 per share. Earlier in the trading day at open Tesla hit $507.76 per share. The huge rally comes ahead of Tesla’s inclusion in the S&P 500, officially announced this week and set for […]
Tesla Full Self-Driving Beta to Get ‘Special’ Update Next Week Says Elon Musk
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving beta is set to get a new “special” release next week, according to CEO Elon Musk on Thursday morning. “Next week’s release is special. Lot of fundamental improvements, both important bug fixes & entire new areas of functionality.” Next week’s release is special. Lot of fundamental improvements, both important bug fixes & […]
Tesla Model Y Gets Auto-Dimming Side Mirrors, USB in Glovebox, Metal Scroll Wheels
Image credit: Chad Smavatkul It looks like Tesla has yet another surprise for new Model Y owners, as a recent delivery of the new SUV in Fremont, California, now includes some goodies found in the recent Model 3 refresh. According to Chad Smavatkul, he shared to the Tesla Model Y Facebook group his new Model […]
5 New Tesla Superchargers in California Now Open
Tesla has had a busy week with new Supercharger launches in California this week, as we saw the large Cupertino location open on Tuesday with 28 V3 stalls, and on Wednesday, five new Superchargers opened across the state as well. Let’s take a look at the new additions below (via Supercharge)… Hesperia, California Image via […]
Tesla Holiday Software Update Teased by Elon Musk
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is hyping up an upcoming software release for the holidays. Tesla holiday software release is 🔥🔥 — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) November 18, 2020 On late Tuesday, Musk said “Tesla holiday software release is [fire].” When asked if there were any hints, he replied, “So many things you want & some you […]
Tesla Stock Jumps Nearly 20% in Two Days After S&P 500 Announcement
Tesla continues to rally again as its shares ended up 10.2% on Wednesday, closing at $486.64 per share, nearly reaching its all-time high of $496 per share and 52-week high of $502.49 per share. On Monday, it was made official that Tesla would enter the S&P 500 in December 21, news that made the stock […]
Tesla 2020.44.15 Software Update Rolling Out: What’s New
Tesla has started rolling out its 2020.44.15 software update in Canada and the USA. According to release notes shared by @klwtts, it appears this update just contains bug fixes and no major features. 2020.44.15 Release Notes: pic.twitter.com/ycbbyScPTR — The Kilowatts 🚗⚡️ (@klwtts) November 18, 2020 Software version 2020.44.15 was just detected on a Tesla Model […]