🌪️ Typhoon Bebinca, the strongest in 75 years, recently hit Shanghai, causing significant destruction. 🏠 Over 400,000 people were evacuated in Shanghai, with significant transportation disruptions including flight and train service cancellations. 🚗 Elon Musk instructed the Tesla Shanghai team to aid those affected by the typhoon to the best of their ability, continuing a…
🔌 An EV accessory maker has reached out to Tesla to ensure their Supercharger extension cords meet safety standards. ⚠️ Tesla’s engineer warns of potential risks, like overheating, when using aftermarket extension cords at Superchargers. 🌡️ Safety issues arise from a lack of temperature measurement in extension cord designs. 🤝 A2Z EV/EVSE, the accessory maker,…
🌟 Tesla celebrates a milestone with the opening of its 100th Supercharger in Australia, located in Glenelg, Adelaide. 🇦🇺 The Supercharger’s design features a green and gold theme, reflecting Australia’s national colors and cultural symbols. 📈 Tesla’s Model Y and Model 3 have been instrumental in EV sales, capturing 45.3% of the market in Australia…
🔋 The vast majority of EV batteries will outlast the electric vehicles they power, according to a study by Geotab. 📉 Battery degradation rates have improved, with current rates averaging 1.8% per year, down from 2.3% in 2019. ⏳ EV batteries are estimated to maintain over 80% of their health after 12 years, possibly lasting…
🚗 Partial automation systems like Volvo’s Pilot Assist and Tesla’s Autopilot may increase distracted driving behaviors. 🧑🔬 Studies by the IIHS showed drivers become more complacent and engaged in distractions over time using partial automation. 📈 Drivers in the studies adapted to avoid or reduce triggers from safety alerts, indicating potential risks of the automation.…
🚗 Electric vehicles now outnumber petrol cars on Norway’s roads. 🌿 Norway is rapidly progressing towards a predominantly electric passenger car fleet. 📈 Tesla leads in vehicle sales in Norway, outselling Toyota significantly. 🚙 New passenger car registrations in Norway are almost exclusively electric. ⛽️ Diesel car registrations in Norway are also decreasing. Norway is…
🚛 The Tesla Semi demonstrates a lower cost of ownership than traditional diesel trucks. 🔋 Efficiency of the Tesla Semi is aimed at 100 kWh per 100 kilometers traveled. 🏗️ Tesla plans to ramp production to 50,000 units annually near Gigafactory Nevada. 🔧 New configurations of the Semi are being developed for various applications and…
🚖 Tesla’s upcoming event will showcase the new “Cybercab” Robotaxi along with other surprises that are not yet disclosed. 📈 Morgan Stanley highlights safety, improvement, and methodology as key areas needing to be addressed at the event. 🤖 There’s potential synergy between Tesla’s projects and xAI, an AI startup, enhancing its autonomy strategies. 🔄 The…
⚡ GM allows its electric vehicles to access Tesla Superchargers through a NACS DC adapter, adding more charging options for users. 🔌 GM’s electric vehicle owners now have access to over 231,800 public Level 2 and DC fast chargers in North America, thanks to Tesla Supercharger Network integration. 🇺🇸 The GM-approved NACS adapters are initially…
🚗 Tesla’s test drive page emphasizes Full Self Driving (FSD) capabilities. 🕒 Users can book the earliest available test drive in nearby areas. 🧑🤝🧑 A Tesla advisor assists with FSD setup during the drive. 🛻 The Cybertruck is included as a test drive option despite its limited availability. 📧 Elon Musk mandated FSD test drives…