💡 Longtime Tesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) adopters with legacy Model S and Model X vehicles received an update from the company. 🚗 Tesla’s rapid pace of innovation means that hardware improvements are implemented quickly, but updates to systems like FSD (Supervised) are mainly focused on newer vehicles. 📉 Legacy Model S and Model X owners…
🚗 Tesla officially drops the “Beta” designation from its Full Self-Driving (FSD) program, replacing it with “FSD (Supervised).” 🔄 The change signifies Tesla’s growing confidence in its Full Self-Driving suite, reflecting advancements in the technology. 📋 Tesla’s 2024.3.10 Release Notes detail the transition to FSD (Supervised) and highlight upgrades to the city-streets driving stack. 📈…
🚗 Tesla Cybertruck Lead Engineer defends the steer-by-wire system, praised by reviewers but criticized by traditional auto fans. 📺 YouTube auto reviewer Marques Brownlee (MKBHD) acknowledges Cybertruck’s iconic status and praises its steer-by-wire system. 💡 Steer-by-wire system offers advantages including the capability to behave like a power-assisted steering system and variable steering ratio. 🔧 Cybertruck…
💼 Ford CEO Jim Farley’s total compensation increased by as much as 26 percent in 2023. 💰 Farley’s total compensation in 2023 was nearly $26.5 million, up substantially from under $21 million in 2022. 📈 Farley’s salary was approximately $1.7 million, complemented by stock awards of $20.3 million, a non-equity incentive plan compensation of almost…
🌞 Despite concerns, the Cybertruck’s steel body doesn’t necessarily get dangerously hot under the sun. 🚗 A Tesla owner conducted an informal heat test comparing the Cybertruck with painted Tesla models. 🌡️ Results showed the Cybertruck registered a temperature of 106.1 F (41.17 C), comparable to a white-painted Tesla. 🔍 Other painted Tesla models tested…
💧 Tesla’s latest ad showcases the Powerwall 3 operating underwater. 📺 The advertisement demonstrates the Powerwall 3 powering appliances like a refrigerator and television while submerged in a fish tank. 🌐 The video is part of Tesla’s broader advertising and educational efforts. 🔋 Powerwall 3 offers 13.5 kWh energy capacity, 11.5 kW continuous backup power,…
🚗 Tesla emphasizes educating drivers about basic Autopilot’s proper use and limitations. 🔍 The tutorial video on Tesla’s YouTube channel discusses Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (TACC) and Autosteer (Beta) features comprehensively. ⚠️ Tesla clarifies that basic Autopilot does not make vehicles autonomous and requires a fully attentive driver. 📹 The tutorial aims to reduce misuse of…
🔋 Tesla China emphasizes the longevity of its vehicles’ battery technology. 📊 The battery management system (BMS) ensures safe and efficient battery performance, preventing overcharging and overdischarging. 📉 Despite high mileage, Tesla’s Model S reportedly experiences only a 12% battery capacity loss after 200,000 miles of driving. 🔄 Tesla’s battery technology continues to evolve, with…
🚗 The Xiaomi SU7, positioned as a competitor to Tesla’s Model 3, is generating significant interest in China. 📈 Xiaomi’s stores are experiencing large crowds, indicating strong consumer demand for the SU7. 💰 The SU7 is priced competitively, undercutting the Tesla Model 3 by approximately $4,000. 🏷️ Xiaomi has reportedly sold out its 2024 production…
🚗 The Tesla Cybertruck underwent another challenge – a tug-of-war against a snow cat in the sand. 🔧 Modified by Sparks Motors, the Cybertruck received upgrades including paddle tires, beefier fender flares, and new suspension to tackle sand dunes. 🏜️ The modified Cybertruck resembles a Mars Rover with its custom-fabricated body kit and wider fender…