Hawaii has successfully decommissioned its last coal power plant, replacing it with a large-scale energy storage system using Tesla Megapacks. The Kapālama Energy Storage System, developed by Plus Power in collaboration with Tesla, plays a pivotal role in stabilizing the island’s electrical grid. “This system is proving to be vital for stabilizing the grid in […]
SpaceX has sharply criticized the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) over recent allegations of safety violations, disputing the agency’s claims and calling its actions “highly irregular” and “unprecedented.” In a letter dated September 18, 2024, SpaceX’s Vice President of Legal, David Harris, addressed members of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives, including Senators Maria Cantwell […]
Tesla is offering its Full Self-Driving (FSD) package at a discounted price of $4,500 for select inventory vehicles, as part of a limited-time promotion in some locations, according to @Tslachan. This move comes as Tesla looks to clear inventory towards the end of the quarter, with experts noting that this period is often favorable for […]
Tesla has launched a new accessory for the Model 3 and Model Y, offering high-definition projection lights that display the Tesla wordmark on the ground when the vehicle’s doors are opened. The Model Y Projection Lights are priced at $65 USD ($90 in Canada) and include two lights, one for the driver’s side door and […]
Tesla’s sales in China surged in September, with reports indicating a significant increase in registrations. According to data shared by @Tslachan, Tesla China recorded 14,400 insured units for the week of September 1-8, followed by 16,200 the next week, and 15,600 units for the week of September 9-15. This marks a strong third quarter for […]
In July, electric vehicle (EV) registrations rose by 18 percent compared to the same period last year, driven by popular new models like the Tesla Cybertruck, according to data from S&P Global Mobility. Tesla saw a 1.2 percent increase in registrations, marking the end of a five-month decline, with 5,175 Cybertruck deliveries contributing to its […]
Electric vehicles (EVs) now outnumber petrol-powered cars in Norway, marking a significant milestone in the country’s transition to greener transportation. According to the Norwegian Road Federation (OFV), 754,303 all-electric cars are registered in the country, slightly surpassing the 753,905 petrol cars. Now this is pretty big news and it remains to be seen which nation […]
General Motors (GM) announced that its electric vehicle (EV) customers will now have access to over 17,800 Tesla Superchargers across North America using a GM-approved NACS DC adapter. This expands the charging options available to GM EV drivers, who will now have access to more than 231,800 public Level 2 and DC fast chargers in […]
Neuralink announced it has received Breakthrough Device Designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Blindsight device, which aims to restore vision for individuals who have lost their sight. The company is encouraging people to apply to its Patient Registry and explore career opportunities on its website. Neuralink CEO Elon Musk stated […]
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed $633,009 in civil penalties against SpaceX for allegedly failing to comply with license requirements during two launches in 2023. The penalties are based on violations related to the company’s launch operations at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station and Kennedy Space Center. “Safety drives everything we do at the […]
Tesla is inviting potential buyers to experience its Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology firsthand through supervised test drives. The company’s latest version of FSD allows drivers to navigate turns, intersections, and other route elements automatically, with the system operating under the supervision of the driver. To participate, individuals can schedule an appointment by selecting their preferred […]
Tesla has resumed its release of Full Self-Driving (FSD) version 12.5.2.1 to more vehicles, including those on Hardware 3 (HW3) and Hardware 4 (HW4 or AI4 it’s now known). This FSD update came with software update version 2024.27.10, rolling out now to the fleet, points out @Teslascope, which noted FSD 12.5.2.1 is going out to […]
Tesla announced it has produced its 100 millionth 4680 battery cell across all factories, marking a major milestone in its push to advance electric vehicle technology. The company shared a photo of its Optimus robot on Saturday holding a 4680 cell with the inscription “100,000,000.” Go Optimus! The 4680 battery cell, first introduced during Tesla’s […]
Brazil has seized 18.35 million reais ($3.3 million USD) from the bank accounts of Elon Musk’s companies X and Starlink to pay fines imposed by the Supreme Court, escalating a legal battle that has led to the blackout of the social media platform in the country, according to Bloomberg. The court ordered the withdrawal on […]
A Tesla Robotaxi prototype has been spotted on the streets of Los Angeles near Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, where Tesla is scheduled to hold a Robotaxi presentation on October 10. The vehicle, which appears to be a smaller, fully camouflaged car in yellow, was seen followed by a Tesla Model Y. The sighting was […]
