Tesla has started to push a new software update that automatically activates and speeds up hazard lights after a crash. If you have just been in an accident, you are not always in the best state of mind to think about activating your hazard lights, even though it is the right thing to do. It… Continue reading Tesla just made your car safer after a crash through a software update
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Tesla Semi update: About 70 built to date, use Cybertruck parts, and more
We get a small Tesla Semi update, thanks to Jay Leno. We now learn that Tesla has built about 70 Tesla Semi electric trucks. Tesla started to build the Tesla Semi in late 2022 after years of delays. Quickly after launching production, Tesla announced an expansion of Gigafactory Nevada to build the vehicle in volume,… Continue reading Tesla Semi update: About 70 built to date, use Cybertruck parts, and more
Is Powerwall 3 a precursor to Tesla finally going V2G?
The newly launched Powerwall 3 might be an indication that Tesla is finally getting ready to bring bi-directional charging (V2G) to its electric vehicles. Vehicle-to-grid (V2G), vehicle-to-home (V2H), and vehicle-to-load (V2L) are all ways to refer to an electric vehicle’s capacity for bi-directional charging, which means it can take a charge and also give a… Continue reading Is Powerwall 3 a precursor to Tesla finally going V2G?
Tesla Cybertruck interior revealed in best video yet
A short video was posted to the internet today with the best view of Cybertruck’s interior yet, including a glimpse at the car’s main interface in action. As Cybertruck comes close to production, we’ve been seeing more and more of it popping up in public. We’ve recently seen it supercharging, seen the frunk open, and… Continue reading Tesla Cybertruck interior revealed in best video yet
Cheapest Model Y ever? Tesla starts selling Model Y RWD in US for $44k
Tesla has updated its US website to add a cheaper Model Y RWD with a base price of $43,990 which, after incentives, might make it the cheapest Model Y ever available in the US. The new model “replaces” the Model Y AWD, previously the cheapest trim at a base price of $47,740, which was discontinued… Continue reading Cheapest Model Y ever? Tesla starts selling Model Y RWD in US for $44k
Watch Tesla Cybertruck launch like a rocket from a standstill
We get a rare look at a Tesla Cybertruck launching from a standstill, and it looks more like a rocket than a pickup truck. Electric vehicles, in general – and Tesla vehicles, in particular – tend to have a quick acceleration. That’s thanks to the electric motors, which can provide their maximum RPM in a… Continue reading Watch Tesla Cybertruck launch like a rocket from a standstill
Honda reveals new electric SUV and sedan concepts in latest video
With Honda’s EV offensive finally starting, the Japanese automaker is already giving us a preview of what could be its next-gen electric SUV and sedan concepts in its latest video. After releasing new details on its first electric SUV, the 2024 Prologue, Honda is showing off two new EV concepts. The Honda Prologue is co-developed… Continue reading Honda reveals new electric SUV and sedan concepts in latest video
Tesla manages to weasel its way out of the Full Self-Driving class action
Tesla has managed to weasel its way out of a class-action lawsuit over its Full Self-Driving claims because it argued that customers have agreed to take any issue to arbitration in their contracts. The situation around Tesla selling its “Full Self-Driving Capability” (FSD) package before actually having figured out self-driving technology would inevitably lead to… Continue reading Tesla manages to weasel its way out of the Full Self-Driving class action
Tesla (TSLA) surges back to positive on annual delivery goal reassurance
Tesla’s stock (TSLA) surged back up and recovered from a premarket tumble as the market seems to be reassured by the reiteration of the automaker’s annual delivery goal. As we reported this morning, Tesla released its Q3 2023 delivery and production numbers. At 435,000 deliveries, the number came below Wall Street expectations, which we thought… Continue reading Tesla (TSLA) surges back to positive on annual delivery goal reassurance
Tesla launches a slightly updated Model Y in China
Tesla has launched a slightly updated Model Y in China with an LED light strip, new wheels, and faster acceleration. It’s not a major update, but it is worth noting. While all eyes are still on the rollout of the new Model 3, Tesla has quietly released an updated version of the Model Y out… Continue reading Tesla launches a slightly updated Model Y in China