Tesla Semi is getting into the hands of two more big customers as the program finally appears to be ramping up. There’s no sugarcoating it. The Tesla Semi program has seen some fairly serious delays. It was first unveiled in 2017 and it was supposed to come to production in 2019. Instead, it came to… Continue reading Tesla Semi is getting into the hands of two more big customers
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Tesla is finally going to release everything we want to know about Autopilot/FSD as NHTSA forces it
Tesla is finally going to release everything we always wanted to know about Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD), but it’s because NHTSA is forcing the automaker to do it. Last month, NHTSA announced that it was opening a new investigation into Autopilot/FSD after not being satisfied with the recall that came out of its previous… Continue reading Tesla is finally going to release everything we want to know about Autopilot/FSD as NHTSA forces it
Is Tesla’s reputation ruined? It depends on who you ask
Photo: Tesla Conversations around Tesla’s reputation leaned toward the negative throughout 2023, but it depends on who you’re talking to, reports YouGov. What’s the ‘Buzz’ about Tesla’s reputation? The global market research firm conducted polls about what it calls the “Buzz” around Tesla – that is, what people are hearing about the brand – and… Continue reading Is Tesla’s reputation ruined? It depends on who you ask
Tesla releases new Optimus humanoid robot video that creates controversy
Tesla has released a new video of a prototype of Optimus, its humanoid robot, and it created some controversy as some disagree about how impressive it is. Last month, Elon Musk gave an update on the timing for the rollout of Optimus. The CEO says that Optimus is already performing factory tasks inside its lab.… Continue reading Tesla releases new Optimus humanoid robot video that creates controversy
Tesla (TSLA) launches another round of layoffs
Tesla (TSLA) launched another round of layoffs this weekend, with employees in wide-ranging roles getting their pink slip amid broader layoffs over the last 3 weeks. Three weeks ago, Tesla started a significant wave of layoffs. The automaker announced it was laying off about 10% of its workforce. However, we reported prior to the announcement… Continue reading Tesla (TSLA) launches another round of layoffs
Elon Musk reveals Tesla software-locked cheapest Model Y, offers 40-60 more miles of range
Photo: Tesloid Elon Musk has revealed that Tesla software-locked its cheapest Model Y (Standard Range RWD), and it plans to offer 40 to 60 more miles of range for $1,500-$2,000. Over the years, Tesla has periodically offered cheaper vehicles with shorter ranges, and rather than building a new vehicle with a smaller battery pack, the… Continue reading Elon Musk reveals Tesla software-locked cheapest Model Y, offers 40-60 more miles of range
Tesla axes cheapest Model Y – but now there’s a longer range one for $2k more
Tesla has introduced a new variant of the Model Y – the Long Range Rear-wheel drive – and axed the previous RWD model, which had previously been the cheapest Model Y ever in the US. Tesla’s prices have been doing their usual fluctuating lately, with the Model Y getting a $2k discount just two weeks ago.… Continue reading Tesla axes cheapest Model Y – but now there’s a longer range one for $2k more
Read the wild email Tesla is sending to suppliers amid Supercharger chaos
After firing its entire Supercharger team, Tesla has sent out an email to suppliers which shows just how chaotic the decisionmaking leading up to the firings must have been. Earlier this week, Tesla abruptly fired its entire Supercharging team, leading to an immediate pullback in Supercharger installation plans. Now we’ve seen the email that Tesla… Continue reading Read the wild email Tesla is sending to suppliers amid Supercharger chaos
Tesla reveals Cybertruck’s finger-pinching frunk is using a ‘learning algorithm’
Tesla has revealed that the Cybertruck’s frunk is using a ‘learning algorithm,’ which explains some of the inconsistent results in finger-pinching tests. Many people have had concerns about the Cybertruck’s sharp corners being a liability for users and pedestrians. If you have the Cybertruck in your algorithm, you must have seen some of the countless… Continue reading Tesla reveals Cybertruck’s finger-pinching frunk is using a ‘learning algorithm’
The 2024 Chevy Blazer EV has a quirky $4k discount for Tesla drivers
Chevy Blazer EV 2LT (Source: Chevrolet) Chevy is offering a $4,000 discount for owners and lessees of Teslas and other EVs for the 2024 Blazer EV but with some quirky conditions. Chevrolet’s conquest bonus cash offer doesn’t require a trade-in and can be transferred to household members, so that’s nice. The $4,000 discount applies to… Continue reading The 2024 Chevy Blazer EV has a quirky $4k discount for Tesla drivers