Tesla aims to make breakthrough cell at half the cost, could supply other automakers

Five years ago, Tesla’s collaboration with Panasonic in building its massive Nevada Gigafactory was widely seen as somewhere between an overcommitment and a full-on boondoggle. The Gigafactory has already proven to be one of the smartest decision…

Musk downplays vehicle to grid technology: “It has lower utility than you think”

Musk says V2G could be delivered with software update, but downplays its utility because Powerwalls are more dependable storage option than one on wheels.
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Tesla launches Model S Plaid at $139k: 520+ mi, 1100HP, 200 MPH top speed

Tesla officially unveiled the Plaid Model S during its Battery Day Event and listed the impressive specifications that the new powertrain holds. According to Tesla, the Plaid Powertrain Model S will have a 200 MPH top speed, a 0-60 MPH acceleration rate in less than 2 seconds, more than 520 miles of range, and more […]

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