Key Takeaways Tesla’s US sales fell to 39,800 in November, marking a 23% drop year-over-year. Sales decline is linked to the expiration of the federal tax credit, affecting demand. Tesla introduced lower-priced “Standard” models for the Model 3 and Model Y to stimulate sales, but effectiveness remains questionable. Despite the drop, Tesla’s market share rose…
Key Takeaways Powershare feature allows Cybertruck to act as a portable power source for homes and other EVs. Supports both vehicle-to-load (V2L) and vehicle-to-home (V2H) capabilities for versatile use. Release timeline now extended to mid-2026, causing disappointment among early buyers. Wes Morrill, Cybertruck’s Lead Engineer, highlighted challenges in integrating Powershare with existing Powerwalls. Tesla aims…
Key Takeaways Rivian is launching an Autonomy+ subscription for self-driving features at $49.99/month or a one-time fee of $2,500. CEO RJ Scaringe highlights the chip’s capability to learn from more driving data, aiming for Level 4 autonomy. Rivian’s in-house developed RAP1 chip is set to be 50 times more powerful than the current chip in…
Key Takeaways Tesla opened its northernmost Supercharger in Fairbanks, Alaska, featuring eight V4 stalls. Fairbanks has an average temperature of around -12°F, highlighting the challenging climatic conditions for EV charging. Only 36 Supercharger stalls exist in Alaska, despite its status as the largest state in the U.S. The Fairbanks Supercharger can charge up to 325…
Key Takeaways Tesla Model S is undergoing validation testing with LiDAR rigs in California, a significant shift from the usual Model Y. The inclusion of the Model S suggests a potential expansion of Tesla’s Robotaxi fleet to include more premium offerings. The Model S could serve a luxury market similar to Uber Black, appealing to…
Key Takeaways Tesla’s upcoming FSD model may be “the last big piece of the puzzle,” according to CEO Elon Musk. A new FSD model is expected in 1-2 months, featuring significant enhancements in reasoning and reinforcement learning. Musk confirmed that Full Self-Driving’s unsupervised capability is “pretty much solved” and Safety Monitors will be removed shortly.…
Key Takeaways BMW becomes the 15th automaker to access Tesla’s Supercharger Network in 2025. Newer all-electric BMW models (i4, i5, i7, iX) can use Tesla’s V3 and V4 Superchargers. Over 25,000 Supercharging stalls available in North America for non-Tesla EVs. BMW drivers need an NACS-to-CCS1 adapter to charge at Tesla Superchargers. The Tesla App is…
Key Takeaways Elon Musk stated that Waymo “never really had a chance” against Tesla in the autonomous driving race. Tesla currently has a Safety Monitor system operational in Texas, but plans to eliminate it by year’s end. Waymo is focusing its services on larger urban areas while Tesla aims to expand to all locations globally.…
Key Takeaways Tesla has partnered with BOXABL to design a modular building called “Micromenity” for Supercharger sites. The agreement appears to indicate a future project that could enhance EV charging experiences, especially in rural areas. Tesla’s Supercharger station in Magnant, France, previously opened a small building with amenities like snacks, drinks, and restrooms. This collaboration…
Key Takeaways Tesla expands its Full Self-Driving ride-along program in Europe. The program initially launched in Italy, France, and Germany, with slots quickly filling up. Denmark and Switzerland are the latest countries added to the program. Tesla is working to overcome regulatory hurdles in Europe, finding the process “insanely painful.” CEO Elon Musk is collaborating…