Each step of Elon Musk’s first Tesla Master Plan visualized in concept video

Back in 2006, Elon Musk discreetly published his first Master Plan for Tesla, a company was then pushing hard to create its first vehicle, the original Tesla Roadster. The plan was ambitious, and it forecasted massive growth for the small, upstart carmaker. It was, at that time, at least, highly optimistic, and perhaps a little […]

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Tesla Model 3 brushes off hit-and-run from Ford F-350, identifies culprit with dashcam footage

A Tesla Model 3 owner was recently involved in a harrowing hit-and-run incident with a Ford F-350. While the driver of the massive truck drove away from the scene of the crash, recordings from the Model 3’s built-in dashcam helped ensure that the incident will have a justified resolution. The roads were mostly empty when […]

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Elon Musk hopes to release Tesla’s V10 firmware by end of August, will include Smart Summon

Tesla’s Version 10 (V10) firmware is on the horizon and will be released to owners starting as early as August, according to CEO Elon Musk. After the company’s Early Access Program results from V10 are assessed and addressed, a wide release of the firmware will follow. “Depends on how release to owners with early access […]

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Tesla Model 3 interior gets photoshopped to look more traditional in CBS segment

The Tesla Model 3’s interior is among the most radical and tech-centric in the market, featuring a minimalistic theme that is dominated by a 15-inch center touchscreen. With all the vehicle’s controls exclusively accessed through the touch display and a couple of scroll wheels on the steering wheel, the Model 3’s interior is also among […]

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Does the Tesla Network have any serious self-driving competitors?

Elon Musk has made it clear that the Tesla Network’s potential is no joke. “The fundamental utility of your vehicle will increase by a factor of 5,” he told the audience during Tesla’s Investor Autonomy Day earlier this year. Then, during a broad investor call in May, he reportedly said that self-driving would give Tesla […]

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Tesla Network Robotaxi imagined as getaway car with its own clever agenda

Teslas are supposed to provide a great many benefits to their owners. They’re really fast, super energy efficient, have zero emissions, and provide driver ease and comfort on long journeys via Autopilot. However, as the artificial intelligence (AI) in their Full Self-Driving computers improves, it’s plausible that the software in the all-electric vehicles will eventually […]

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Tesla dashcam helps get justice after truck driver harasses Model 3 owner

A Tesla Model 3 owner recently experienced one of the worst situations that can happen on the road. While going about his business, the Tesla owner noticed a truck driver behaving rather aggressively behind him. What followed was a disturbing series of events which, thanks to the recording capabilities of Tesla’s built-in dashcam feature, resulted […]

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Elon Musk is a one stop, pop culture to STEM recruiting shop, and that’s a good thing

WARNING This column will be unabashedly full of pop culture references in honor of its topic. Check out the end of the piece for a Where’s Waldo-style treasure hunt to identify where they are. And by that I mean like the list at the back of the book. Or the companion list on the main […]

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Tesla is NOT partnering with Disney for Tomorrowland’s Speedway attraction

Recently, a rumor emerged pointing to the possibility of Tesla and Disney working together to electrify the Tomorrowland Speedway at the Magic Kingdom Park in Orlando, FL. The rumor, which was initially shared by Disney-themed website Just Disney, mentioned sources who shared whispers of Tesla CEO Elon Musk having discussions with top Disney executives for […]

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Tesla Model 3 dashcam videos show that there are still Good Samaritans on the road

Anyone who drives on a regular basis could attest to the notion that the roads are a place where the worst of human nature can emerge. This is particularly notable in the cacophony and insanity of rush hour traffic, where drivers’ tempers have a tendency to flare up easily. Yet, inasmuch as the roads could […]

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