Tesla has reached a significant milestone with the installation of its 600,000th Powerwall, marking a significant achievement in the company’s efforts to enhance home energy storage and reliability. The Powerwall, known for its ability to store energy and provide backup power for consumers, is a cornerstone of Tesla’s energy products, offering homeowners independence from the […]
Tesla has unveiled its Powerwall 3, a significant upgrade to its home battery system, capable of delivering peak power of approximately 30kW. This enhancement allows Powerwall 3 to support high-energy appliances such as dryers and air-conditioners, making it sufficient for the energy needs of most homes with just a single unit. According to Tesla CEO […]
Tesla has debuted a comprehensive new website section showcasing the benefits of its Powerwall system compared to conventional backup generators. This move aims to guide homeowners in making informed decisions about their home energy backup solutions, especially in preparation for storms or power outages. Understanding Powerwall and Backup Generators The Powerwall, Tesla’s fully integrated, rechargeable […]
Tesla has unveiled a new program in Puerto Rico, allowing Powerwall owners to earn by supporting the local grid. This move is set to potentially establish the world’s largest virtual power plant (VPP). The Tesla Virtual Power Plant (VPP) aims to connect distributed batteries installed in residential homes, enhancing the reliability and resilience of Puerto […]
Tesla has submitted plans to Indian officials for the construction of a battery storage factory in the country, according to sources familiar with the matter, reports Reuters. The proposal comes as Tesla is also in discussions with the Indian government about setting up an electric vehicle (EV) factory to produce a $24,000 car, overseen directly […]
Tesla has officially unveiled details about its upcoming Powerwall 3, the third-generation of its home battery system designed to store solar energy and provide backup power during grid outages. We previously saw a Tesla customer share that a Powerwall 3 was being installed at their home, but now we have official info on Tesla’s website. […]
Tesla has started the installation of its next-generation Powerwall 3 units, as reported by a TMC forum member, ‘andy92782’, based in Southern California. Powerwall is Tesla’s residential battery storage system that can store solar power or energy from the grid. The member shared that the installer mentioned this was only the third Powerwall 3 installation […]
The Texas electric grid has witnessed a groundbreaking addition as two Tesla ‘virtual power plants’ (VPPs) have successfully qualified to supply power. This monumental achievement, a first in Texas, is a promising leap for the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), the entity overseeing the state’s electric grid. The innovative feat is an outcome of […]
Tesla has unveiled a new incentive for homeowners looking to enhance their energy independence in Australia. The company is offering a $750 rebate for each Powerwall, their rechargeable home battery system, installed between 11 August 2023 and 31 December 2023. This system allows homeowners to store solar energy for nighttime use and ensures power continuity […]
Tesla announced on Friday it has achieved a major milestone for the production of its 4680 battery cells. The company said, “produced our 10 millionth 4680 cell at Giga Texas this week,” while sharing a picture of its employees, with balloons “10M” signifying the achievement. Last January, Tesla reached 1 million 4680 cells produced, so […]
Tesla’s highly anticipated Powerwall 3, the latest edition of the company’s home battery pack, is nearing its launch and is said to offer a power output of 11.5 kW. This update comes via Tesla documents secured by Electrek, providing the first concrete specification for the Powerwall 3. Previous reports by Electrek last month had hinted […]
Summary: Tesla’s Powerwall is now available in Thailand. Customers in Thailand can purchase Powerwalls through Solar D, a certified local installer. Earlier this week, utility applications suggested that Tesla could launch a next-generation “Powerwall 3” sometime soon. Tesla has officially launched its residential energy storage solution, Powerwall, in Thailand, according to Tesla enthusiast and Twitter […]
Tesla will soon let owners of its electric vehicles (EVs) charge their cars using excess solar energy from a Powerwall, allowing them to “drive on sunshine,” as the company puts it. The information comes from Long Zheng (@longzheng), who pointed out code string changes shared by @Tesla_App_iOS for the as-yet-unreleased feature in the latest version […]
Tesla updated its U.S. website on Friday to add standalone Powerwall sales without the requirement of a solar panel or solar roof product. Back in April 2021, Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced, “Tesla Solar Panels & Solar Roof will only be sold as an integrated product *with* Tesla Powerwall battery.” Last fall, Musk provided an […]
@Tesla announced on Monday that it has reached 500,000 solar panel and solar roof installations, equating to around 4GW of clean energy. Tesla paused all solar roof installations in July, with some onlookers citing potential supply issues as a cause for the halt. In September, Tesla began requiring the purchase of a Powerwall with all […]
