Tesla Advances FSD Launch in China with Baidu Maps Deal: Reports

Tesla is poised to overcome a significant obstacle in China by collaborating with Baidu for enhanced mapping and navigation capabilities, according to sources familiar with the development, reports Bloomberg. This partnership will allow Tesla to introduce advanced assisted driving features in China, leveraging lane-level navigation and mapping technology from Baidu, a Beijing-based internet giant and […]

Elon Musk Visits China, Meets with Premier Li Qiang

China’s Premier Li Qiang met with Tesla CEO Elon Musk in Beijing on Sunday, praising Tesla’s contributions to US-China cooperation, according to China’s state television. The meeting highlighted Tesla as a successful example of bilateral collaboration. Musk’s visit aligns with his interest in expanding Tesla’s autonomous driving technology in China, the world’s largest auto market, […]

2024.3.5 Release Notes: FSD 12.3.6, Vision Autopark for USS Cars

Image via @BLKMDL3 Tesla has started rolling out its 2024.3.5 software update and this includes Full Self-Driving (FSD) 12.3.6, plus expands the company’s new and improved Vision-based Autopark feature to cars with ultrasonic sensors. Originally, this new and updated version of Autopark was only available for Tesla cars that did not have ultrasonic sensors and […]

Tesla Model Y in Quicksilver Now Available in U.S. for the First Time

Tesla’s Model Y with Quicksilver paint is an exclusive colour from Giga Berlin in Germany, but now it’s available in the U.S., with a catch. According to Tesla’s existing inventory page, Model Y vehicles in Quicksilver paint are available for purchase, in Long Range and Performance variants. Quicksilver is a $2,000 extra and so far […]

Ford Q1 Sees Massive $1.3 Billion Loss on Electric Vehicles

Ford’s electric vehicle (EV) division, Model e, experienced significant financial setbacks in the first quarter of 2023, recording a staggering loss of $1.3 billion. This equates to an alarming $132,000 loss for each of the 10,000 vehicles sold during this period, marking a notable decline in performance from the previous year, where sales were 20% […]

When Will 2024.8 Get Tesla FSD 12.3 (Supervised)?

Many Tesla owners right now are enjoying the free one-month trial to Full Self-Driving (Supervised) version 12.3.x, which is a big step change compared to the previous version 11. Version 12.3.x continues to be based on Tesla’s end-to-end neural network, bringing so many changes that are human-like. But not all Tesla owners are experiencing FSD […]

New Tesla Cybertruck Accessories: Cargo Net, Detailing Kit and More

Tesla has launched some more accessories for Cybertruck, aimed at improving vehicle maintenance and cargo management for its owners. The newly introduced products include a detailing kit and a cargo management system, along with a themed t-shirt to celebrate the Cybertruck’s off-road capabilities. Cybertruck Detailing Kit – $130 USD Tesla’s Cybertruck Detailing Kit is designed […]

Tesla lowers price of Model 3/Y, Model S/X in Canada

Tesla has reduced the prices across its vehicle lineup in Canada, reflecting similar price cuts in other markets. Here are the revised prices along with the discounts: Model 3 RWD: $50,990 (was $53,990) – $3,000 discount Model 3 Long Range: $60,990 (was $63,990) – $3,000 discount Both of these Model 3 trims qualify for the […]

Tesla Announces Layoffs at Giga Texas and Berlin

Tesla is set to lay off 2,688 employees at its Giga Texas factory as part of a broader effort to reduce its workforce due to falling sales and an ongoing price war in the industry. The company issued a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) notice on Monday, adhering to U.S. labor laws that mandate […]

Tesla Ride-Hailing App Teased, Shows Model Y as Robotaxi

Tesla’s Q1 2024 shareholder slide deck today teased for the first time, ride-hailing integration within the company’s mobile app. This comes ahead of Tesla’s August 8 Robotaxi unveiling. We see screenshots of the Tesla iOS app, where you can “Summon” a Robotaxi. You just need to “hold to order” on top of a circle. Next, […]

Tesla Q1 2024 Earnings See Decline Amidst Global Challenges

Tesla has announced a decrease in its net income for the first quarter of 2024, recording $1.1 billion in GAAP net income, down from previous quarters. The company faced several adversities including the Red Sea conflict and an arson attack at its Gigafactory Berlin, alongside the initial phase of the updated Model 3 production at […]

2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance Now Available to Order

Tesla has finally launched the latest iteration of the Model 3 Performance (based on its ‘Highland’ update), promising an exhilarating blend of power, responsiveness, and luxury for a starting price of $40,490 USD, after federal tax credits and estimated gas savings. This new model brings a series of upgrades designed for those who want the […]

Tesla Leads in Low Maintenance and Repair Costs: Consumer Reports

A comprehensive analysis conducted through Consumer Reports’ 2023 Annual Auto Surveys has revealed significant brand-based variations in car maintenance and repair costs over time, highlighting Tesla as the brand with the lowest expenses in this category. The study, which polled members about their out-of-pocket costs for maintenance and repairs over the past year, underscores the […]