Tesla Solar Roof aces long-term test despite being caked in ash for 5 months

The Tesla Solar Roof may not inspire as much coverage as the company’s electric cars like the Model 3 and Model Y, but the integrated solar shingles are still a unique flagship product. And if a recent long-term review is any indication, it appears that the Tesla Solar Roof can indeed deliver on its promises, […]

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First videos of The Boring Company’s working LVCC Loop in action emerge

The Boring Company’s Las Vegas Convention Center Loop is now complete, and the first batch of videos of the low-cost underground transport system in action have been shared online. The videos, while brief, provide a glimpse at the potential of Elon Musk’s tunneling startup, which was created as a means to battle “soul-crushing” traffic aboveground.  […]

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Tesla’s vehicle delivery numbers from China in March are insane

Tesla’s numbers from China last month have been reported, and they are nothing short of insane. Based on data from the China Passenger Car Association, Tesla’s local vehicle deliveries for the month of March stood at an impressive 35,478 units, comprised of 25,327 Model 3s and 10,151 Model Ys.  With such numbers, Tesla has effectively […]

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Tesla Model 3 and Model Y go through latest round of price increases

Tesla has rolled out its latest round of price adjustments for the Model 3 and Model Y. The adjustments affect the entire Model 3 line, as well as the Model Y Long Range Dual Motor AWD.  As per Tesla’s official website, the Model 3 Standard Range Plus has received a $500 price increase, with the […]

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Tesla calls for a change in Germany’s approval process for factories

The first phase of Tesla’s Gigafactory Berlin is nearing completion, and for all intents and purposes, the massive electric vehicle factory is on track to start producing the Made-in-Germany Model Y soon. But before the facility could begin manufacturing the all-electric crossover, it would need to secure the necessary permits from authorities first. This process, […]

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Tesla sales in Japan rise 1,300% year-over-year, propelled by a wave of Model 3 orders

Tesla is starting to gain some serious momentum in Japan, thanks to a wave of Model 3 orders. In March alone, the number of Teslas sold in Japan increased by 1,300% year-over-year, thanks in part to the car-buying public’s warm reception to the Model 3.  Japan has been a rather elusive market for Tesla, with […]

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The Tesla Semi is about to electrify Canada’s logging sector

The Tesla Semi is about to electrify Canada’s logging industry, with Vancouver Island-based Mosaic Forest Management announcing that it had placed an order for three Tesla Semis. The company plans to use the all-electric Class 8 trucks for its logging activities.  The Tesla Semis would be used as part of a pilot program to see […]

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SpaceX’s Starlink terminal production costs have dropped over 50%, reveals president

During the recently-held Satellite 2021 “LEO Digital Forum” virtual panel, SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell revealed that the Starlink terminal’s production costs have dropped by over 50% from its initial manufacturing prices. SpaceX has launched over 1,200 Starlink satellites to orbit so far, and its beta service has been expanded to countries such as the United […]

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A Tesla Model 3 invasion is starting in the US’ second-hand auto segment

While the Tesla Model 3 has been asserting its dominance in the United States’ electric vehicle industry, the all-electric sedan is also starting an invasion in another key market–the country’s second-hand electric car segment.  Last fall, the Tesla Model 3 made up only 3.5% of the United States’ used EV inventories. This was not bad […]

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Tesla rolls out clever prefab Supercharger model for faster installations

One of the best things about Tesla is that it never stays still. Even if something is already working, and even if the company is already enjoying a wide lead against its competitors, Tesla still tends to improve its operations. This was evident in the company’s ongoing Supercharger buildout, which recently received a rather clever […]

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