Key TakeawaysFord is now charging $495 for the frunk (front trunk) on the Mustang Mach-E, its most popular EV.Frunk provides extra storage in EVs due to no engine; Mach-E’s is 4.7-4.8 cubic feet (9″ deep, 26″ wide, 14″ high).Originally marketed by Ford as ideal for tailgating, like storing shrimp cocktail.Customer backlash calls it a “basic…
Key Takeaways Tesla is upgrading its Matrix Headlights, a high-tech feature on multiple vehicles that dims individual pixels for better visibility and courtesy to oncoming traffic. Current system dims areas for oncoming cars, as shown in Reddit videos by u/ObjectiveScratch, maximizing road safety. Owners report complaints, but Tesla plans fixes in Software Version 2026.2.xxx. X…
Key Takeaways Tesla’s Brookshire Megafactory advances with sale of Buildings 9 and 10 (1.655M sq ft) at Empire West to institutional investor BGO, fully leased long-term. Tesla investing ~$200M: $44M in upgrades (electrical, HVAC, utilities) and $150M in manufacturing equipment. Building 9 (1M sq ft) for Megapack assembly; Building 10 (600k sq ft) for warehousing…
Key Takeaways Tesla launched a new AWD Cybertruck at $59,990, the lowest price yet, fully equipped with dual motors, adaptive damping, powered tonneau, and Powershare. Elon Musk quote-tweeted Tesla engineer Wes Morrill’s announcement with “Only for the next 10 days,” signaling the deal’s short lifespan. This AWD model is the first sensible Cybertruck config, retaining…
Key TakeawaysTesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) is set to introduce voice prompts for drivers soon, confirmed by CEO Elon Musk on X.Voice commands will allow preferences like parking close to the front door or far in an empty lot.FSD receives continuous Over-the-Air (OTA) updates to fix issues, though some are regressions.Common complaints include poor navigation routes,…
Key Takeaways Tesla launched a new All-Wheel-Drive Cybertruck trim at $59,990 with est. 325 mi range and premium features like powered tonneau, bed outlets, steer-by-wire, and 7,500 lbs towing. Elon Musk tweeted that the AWD configuration will only be available “for the next 10 days,” sparking speculation on price or full cancellation. Past Rear-Wheel-Drive Cybertruck…
Key Takeaways Tesla launched a new Cybertruck All-Wheel-Drive trim starting at $59,990, offering superior value with more features than prior options at this price. It boasts a 325-mile range, powered tonneau cover with three bed outlets, Powershare capability, and a powered frunk. Key upgrades include coil springs with adaptive damping, Steer-by-wire, four-wheel-steering, a 6′ x…
Key Takeaways City of Davis council proposed banning new contracts with Elon Musk-controlled companies, citing threats to democracy. Council member admitted Starlink benefits emergency services (EMS, Fire, Police during outages), leading to its exclusion via amendment. Community members pushed for “exceptions to the rule” and cited misconceptions on Tesla unions (Musk invited UAW, court backed…
Key Takeaways Tesla owners have surpassed 8 billion miles driven on FSD Supervised, announced via Tesla’s official X post. FSD Supervised miles grew dramatically: 6M (2021), 80M (2022), 670M (2023), 2.25B (2024), 4.25B (2025), and 1B in first 50 days of 2026, per Tesla watcher Sawyer Merritt. At current pace, fleet trending toward 10 billion…
Key Takeaways Elon Musk confirms Tesla Cybercab will be sold to consumers for under $30,000 before 2027, responding “Yes” to an X user. Community memes target MKBHD’s wager to shave his head if Cybercab hits $30k before 2027; Musk replies “Gonna happen ????” to Whole Mars Catalog’s post. First Cybercab produced at Giga Texas, sparking…