Canada Quietly Change Rules After Tesla Scoops Up $43M in EV Rebates [Update]

Update March 25: The Star has a follow up story just now–with an investigation underway into Tesla’s rebates. The federal investigation into Tesla’s $43 million in iZEV rebate claims is now underway, with Transport Canada reviewing each submission individually. While no timeline has been given for when or if the funds will be released, industry […]

Rivian Expands Illinois Factory to Get Ready for R2 SUV

Rivian is growing its manufacturing site in Normal, Illinois, to prepare for production of its new R2 electric SUV, which is expected to launch in 2026. The company is adding a 1.1 million square-foot building to its existing 4.3 million square-foot facility, which already produces the R1 series and electric delivery vans. Once the expansion […]

Tesla to Launch in Saudi Arabia with Showcase Event in Riyadh

Tesla is officially entering the Saudi market, announcing today that it will host a launch event at Bujairi Terrace in Riyadh on April 10. The event will offer guests a look at Tesla’s global bestsellers and its clean energy ecosystem, including solar panels, battery storage, and electric vehicles. Visitors will also be able to experience […]

Ark’s Cathie Wood Doubles Down on Tesla, Sees Stock Hitting $2,600

Ark Investment Management’s Cathie Wood is standing by her long-term bet on Tesla, telling Bloomberg that she expects the EV maker’s stock to surge nearly tenfold to $2,600 within five years. Speaking at the HSBC Global Investment Summit in Hong Kong, Wood said Tesla’s future value will be driven primarily by its yet-to-launch robotaxi business, […]

Tesla to Showcase Optimus at Capitol Hill Robotics Event

Tesla is bringing its Optimus humanoid robot to Capitol Hill this week as part of a robotics symposium hosted in the Cannon House Office Building, Axios has learned. The event comes at a tense time for Tesla and its CEO Elon Musk, whose close ties to President Trump and aggressive approach to cutting government programs […]

Tesla’s Model Y Update Causes Short-Term Sales Dip in Europe

Tesla saw a drop in sales across Europe in February 2025, but the company says the slowdown is part of a planned transition—and not a sign of long-term trouble. According to data from JATO Dynamics, registrations of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in Europe rose 26% year-over-year, hitting a record 164,000 units for the month. But […]

Tesla Dials Back ‘FSD’ Branding in China Amid Approval Delays

Tesla has told customers in China that its next big update for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software is in the works—but it’s waiting on government approval before releasing anything. In a message posted by Tesla’s customer support team, in a comment on Grace Tao’s account on Weibo, the VP of External Affairs at Tesla China, […]

Starlink Launches $10 Backup Plan for Emergencies and Weekend Travel

SpaceX’s Starlink is now offering a low-cost “Roam 10GB” plan designed for light use during emergencies or weekend travel. The new option, which launched this week, provides 10GB of data for $15 CAD/month ($10 in the USA) and aims to give users a reliable backup when their primary internet goes down. According to an email […]

Tesla Hits 7 Million Cars, Teases Robot Future in All-Hands Keynote

Tesla held its first live-streamed, company-wide all-hands keynote in Q1 2025, offering an inside look at the company’s progress, challenges, and bold ambitions for the future. The presentation, led by CEO Elon Musk and streamed from Tesla’s Gigafactory Texas, highlighted the company’s strategy to deliver “sustainable abundance” through advanced AI, clean energy, autonomous vehicles, and […]

Tesla’s FSD 13 Faces Mark Rober Wall Test—Here’s What Happened

A new test comparing Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology has revealed a stark difference between the 2022 Model Y and the 2025 Cybertruck when it comes to detecting obstacles. YouTuber Kyle Paul, inspired by a similar misleading experiment by Mark Rober, set out to see whether Tesla’s FSD could successfully recognize and stop for a […]

Tesla Dealership in Canada Hit by Vandals—80 Cars Damaged

Hamilton Police are investigating a large-scale case of vandalism at a Tesla dealership on the Hamilton Mountain in Ontario. Officers were called to the Tesla location at 999 Upper Wentworth Street on March 19, 2025, after reports of damage to several vehicles. Upon arrival, police discovered that up to 80 Tesla vehicles parked outside had […]

Tesla Rolls Out Free Fix for Cybertruck Trim Issue—Here’s What to Know

Tesla has issued a recall for 46,096 Cybertrucks from the 2024 and 2025 model years after U.S. regulators identified a serious safety defect. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) found that a stainless steel trim panel on the Cybertruck’s exterior can detach while driving, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of accidents. […]

Tesla Gets Green Light for Ride-Hailing in California

Tesla has received approval from California regulators to begin carrying passengers, a key step toward launching its ride-hailing service, Bloomberg reports. The California Public Utilities Commission confirmed on Tuesday that Tesla was granted a transportation charter-party carrier permit, allowing the company to transport employees in company-owned vehicles before expanding the service to the public. Tesla […]

Tesla Adds Cybertruck Ride Height Controls to Mobile App: Here’s How

Tesla has rolled out a new feature allowing Cybertruck owners to adjust their vehicle’s ride height directly from the Tesla mobile app. Wes Morrill, Tesla’s lead Cybertruck engineer, announced the update on X this morning, saying, “By popular demand, you can now adjust Cybertruck ride height from the mobile app. Tesla team is always working […]