Just as expected, Tesla China announced earlier today that the Model 3 and Model Y Long Range variants are receiving a slight price adjustment. The Model 3 Long Range received a RMB 1,500 ($206) price increase, while the Model Y Long Range saw a price adjustment of RMB 2,500 ($343). As of writing, the Model 3…
Ahead of Tesla’s launch of the refreshed Model 3 “Highland” in North America, the vehicle has been spotted in the U.S. only a few times, and mainly under a set of coverings. However, another uncovered version of the new Model 3 was recently seen in California, suggesting that the automaker could be inching toward announcing…
Key Points 🚗 General Motors’ self-driving subsidiary, Cruise, recalls nearly 1,000 driverless cars after a pedestrian accident. 🚦 The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) revoked Cruise’s permit after a vehicle hit and pinned a pedestrian. 🔄 The recall is due to a failed post-crash response in Cruise’s Automated Driving Systems (ADS) collision detection subsystem.…
In between Starlink launches, SpaceX installed its brand new Crew Access Arm on the recently built Crew Launch Tower at Space Launch Complex 40. To help with its ever-increasing launch cadence, SpaceX built a new Crew Launch Tower at Space Launch Complex 40 in Florida to take pressure off Launch Complex 39A, which is currently…
Key Points 🚗 Switzerland plans to end tax exemption for electric vehicles (EVs) in 2024. 📅 The decision will be effective from January 1, 2024, imposing a 4 percent import duty on EVs. 💰 The government sees the exemption as no longer necessary due to a significant increase in EV adoption and price convergence. 📈…
Key Points 🚀 Tesla’s Powerwall fleet in Europe has reached 1 Gigawatt-hour (GWh) of energy storage. 💡 This amount of energy can power approximately 41,000 households for 12 hours. 💻 Tesla’s Powerwall systems are used in conjunction with solar panels to store and distribute solar-generated power. 💡 Homeowners with Powerwall systems can create distributed batteries…
Key Points 🚗 The Tesla Cybertruck’s official specs have not been shared by the company yet. 🔌 A video from TFLEV claimed to have insider information about the Cybertruck’s specs, including power outlets near the tailgate with a 220-volt outlet and two 110-volt outlets. 💡 If the power outlets are confirmed, owners may be able…
Key Points 🚗 Tesla Model 3 Highland is now equipped with a HEPA filter, enhancing its air quality. 💨 The HEPA filter can remove 99.97 percent of particulate matter, promoting better in-cabin air quality. 🌍 The Model 3 Highland with the HEPA filter is being introduced in various markets, including Asia, the Middle East, and…
Key Points ⚡ Tesla has installed V4 Superchargers at Gigafactory Berlin, their newest location for the updated charging stations in Europe. 🌍 The V4 Superchargers have been deployed across Europe and are now making appearances in the U.S. and Germany. 🚗 These V4 Superchargers are part of Tesla’s aggressive expansion, designed to provide easier access…
Key Points 🇮🇳 Tesla CEO Elon Musk is scheduled to meet with Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal to discuss the terms of Tesla’s entry into the Indian market. 🚗 The meeting aims to address potential terms for Tesla’s production facility in India, focusing on manufacturing a $24,000 electric vehicle for the Indian market. 📈 India…