Key Takeaways Tesla’s Giga Berlin earns the European Ecolabel (EMAS) seal, showcasing robust environmental practices. Over 2 million trees have been planted by Tesla to offset deforestation for the factory’s construction. Giga Berlin aims to enhance sustainability by targeting 5 to 15 MW peak solar capacity this year. The plant is set to recycle 90%…
Key Takeaways A mysterious Tesla vehicle was spotted at Giga Texas, covered and smaller than the Model Y. The sighting was made by drone operator Joe Tegtmeyer during a flyover of the crash test facility. Speculation among observers includes the possibility that the vehicle is the Cybercab or an affordable new model. Elon Musk confirmed…
Key Takeaways Elon Musk shared that Starship’s upper stage landed just 3 meters from its target during its tenth test flight. Flight 10 marked the successful splashdown of Starship after previous tests ended in failure. Despite visible damage from reentry, the vehicle demonstrated impressive maneuverability and precision. This success is a critical step towards developing…
Key Takeaways Elon Musk announced plans for the first catch attempt of the Starship in upcoming flights. Starship successfully completed its tenth test flight, meeting all mission objectives, including payload deployment. The catch attempt might take place in 2025 or potentially be delayed to 2026. SpaceX has yet to catch the Super Heavy Booster during…
Key Takeaways Starship Flight 10 was a significant success, achieving all major objectives with no unexpected failures. The mission provided critical data for future designs of Starship and Super Heavy, stressing the limits of capabilities. Media coverage was mixed, with some outlets highlighting past failures while others celebrated the successful flight. The New York Times…
Key Takeaways SpaceX successfully completed its tenth Starship test flight after multiple delays, achieving ideal launch conditions. The mission objectives included splashdowns of both the booster and Starship, with successful payload deployment of Starlink simulators. The booster splashed down in the Gulf of America, while Starship’s splashdown occurred in the Indian Ocean, marking a milestone…
Key Takeaways Tesla expands Robotaxi geofence to 171 square miles in Austin, surpassing Waymo’s 90 square miles. Ongoing rivalry between Tesla and Waymo benefits consumers with improved ride-sharing services. Tesla’s recent expansion is a significant growth step, including suburb areas and Gigafactory Texas. Sarfraz Maredia noted Waymo’s growth enhances rider experience through the Uber app.…
Key Takeaways SpaceX has delayed the launch of Starship for the second consecutive night due to a hardware issue. Weather conditions, including thunder and lightning, forced another cancellation of the launch attempt on Monday night. CEO Elon Musk indicated a fix for a liquid oxygen leak is needed before the next launch. SpaceX is aiming…
Key Takeaways Tesla is preparing to expand the Robotaxi geofence beyond the current Austin area. The geofence has already doubled in size, from 42 to 80 square miles. Future plans may extend the service area to over 150 square miles. Testing has been observed in Bee Cave, Texas, indicating potential growth areas. Tesla’s expansion is…
Key Takeaways Tesla is set to kick off production of the Tesla Semi this year at its Nevada factory. Massive production equipment, likely a stamping press, has arrived at the Giga Nevada site. The factory aims to produce 50,000 units annually, making it one of the highest-volume plants for semi trailers in the U.S. Tesla…