💡 Tesla launches a Supercharger contest for drivers to visit the most Supercharger sites over the next two months. 🚗 Repeat visits to the same Supercharger are not counted in the contest. 🏆 The winners of the contest will be announced at the end of March 2024, with the prize being described as an “Easter…
💼 Tesla is actively preparing for the construction of Gigafactory Mexico and has posted several job openings for team leads in various engineering disciplines. 🏗️ The job openings are primarily located in San Pedro Garza García, Nuevo León, suggesting that this will be the location of Gigafactory Mexico. 🚧 The roles include Architecture Lead, Mechanical…
⏰ Tesla Model 3 Highland Long Range delivery times have been delayed to April-May 2024. 💵 The starting price for the Model 3 RWD is $38,990, while the Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive Long Range starts at $47,490. 🚗 The Model 3 Highland features adaptive headlights, a new addition aimed at enhancing safety and driving experience.…
💰 Tesla claims its standard technology could save police departments over $4,000 in police equipment. 🚓 Many police departments worldwide are electrifying their fleets, citing potential cost savings and environmental benefits. 🔌 According to Tesla, charging nine electric vehicles (EVs) could cost just $640 per year, compared to an estimated $2,000 per year for gas…
💡 Tesla has launched orders for the next-generation Powerwall 3 home battery on its website in the U.S. 🔋 Powerwall 3 offers updated specs compared to the previous generation Powerwall 2. 🌎 Currently, Powerwall 3 orders are only available in the U.S., with no availability in other North American markets, Europe, or Asia mentioned. 💰…
🏗️ Tesla has relocated its outbound deliveries to a larger parking lot area at Gigafactory Texas. 🚚 The move aims to accommodate the ramp-up in production of the Cybertruck. 📦 The former outbound lot, located on the east side, has been completely emptied. 🔄 Tesla’s ability to ramp production is closely linked to the new…
💰 Rivian has reduced prices on its base R1T and R1S vehicles. 🚗 The entry-level R1T and R1S now start at $71,700 and $76,700, respectively, before tax credits. 📉 This price reduction coincides with the introduction of new range options. 🏭 Rivian will launch its R2 vehicle platform on March 7, produced at a new…
🔌 Stellantis has adopted Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS). 🚗 All Stellantis-owned brands will feature Tesla’s NACS charging port starting in 2026. 📰 Stellantis joins other major automakers in embracing this standard. 🌐 The move aligns with Stellantis’ commitment to open standards and customer-centric approach. 🏞️ Stellantis is part of a joint venture aiming…
💼 US Magistrate Judge Laurel Beeler orders Tesla CEO Elon Musk to testify in the SEC’s probe into his Twitter acquisition. 📅 Musk and the SEC have a week to agree on the date and location for Musk’s testimony. 🚫 Musk previously refused to attend an interview set in September. 🛑 The SEC filed a…
🔥 A Waymo self-driving Jaguar I-PACE robotaxi was vandalized and set on fire in San Francisco. 🚗 The incident occurred in the city’s Chinatown area and drew criticism from social media users. 🚨 Chaos erupted after a person jumped onto the hood of the self-driving vehicle and broke its windshield. 💥 Others joined in, vandalizing…