Tesla Software V9 sneak peek: UI overhaul, Drive on Nav, and arcade Easter Egg

A sneak peek featuring the first images of Tesla’s upcoming Software Version 9 have emerged online, providing a brief teaser of some design elements and features that can be expected in the upcoming update. The sneak peek images were recently shared on Twitter by Jason Hughes, a notable member of the Tesla community. The uploaded […]

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Tesla Model 3 VINs suggest European launch coming soon

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Tesla has registered what is possibly the first Model 3 VIN in Europe. This would match the company goal to begin delivering to other continents in the first half of 2019. The production volume in the USA is not continuing the expected linear progression. The hint at serial delivery of the Model 3’s to Europe […]

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Tesla enthusiast Jay Leno talks self-driving cars and the future of the automobile

Veteran talk show host and iconic comedian Jay Leno knows a thing or two about cars. Before he made a name for himself on television, Leno had his start as a “lot boy” in a Ford dealership. His first forays into stand-up comedy were also supported by work he did at another auto dealership. Now […]

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Tesla Model 3 Performance completely dominates Corvette C7 in 1/4-mile race

The Tesla Model 3 Performance might not have the Model S P100D’s Ludicrous Mode, but the instant torque from its two all-electric motors is still enough to give the midsized premium sedan the capability to launch like a rocket from a dead stop. This explosive acceleration was recently featured in an in-car video of a […]

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Tesla Model 3 tow hitch DIY installation turns electric sedan into a utility champ

The Tesla community is home to a number of very creative DIY enthusiasts, many of whom have come up with clever projects to make their vehicles even more attractive and useful than they already are. One of these projects was showcased recently in YouTube, in a collaboration between Teslanomics host Ben Sullins and tech teardown […]

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Tesla (TSLA) loses place as US’ most shorted stock amid continued Model 3 push

Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) recently lost its place as the most shorted company in the US stock market. With short interest slightly declining this third quarter, Tesla has handed over the title of most-shorted publicly-traded company to Amazon, which currently has a $9.97 billion short interest. The update on Tesla’s shorted shares was posted on Twitter by […]

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Tesla seemingly registers batch of Left Hand Drive Model 3 VINs for EU region

Tesla appears to be laying the foundations for its upcoming international Model 3 push. Amidst the company’s ongoing initiative to produce the Model 3 at scale, Tesla has registered a batch of 1,481 new Model 3 VINs, 19 of which include references suggesting that the electric cars could be intended for the EU region. The […]

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Tesla short and borderline troll celebrated for Model 3 parking lot spy work

It is not difficult to see that Tesla is an extremely polarizing company. Headed by a polarizing figure such as Elon Musk, it is no surprise to see the electric car maker attracting a devoted group of supporters and an equally dedicated group of critics. Among Tesla’s staunchest critics are short-sellers betting against the company, […]

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Tesla patent teases Automated Turn Signaling system using cameras, radar and sensors

Tesla is preparing to roll out the first Full Self-Driving features of its fleet with the upcoming release of Software Version 9. While Tesla has not revealed the features that would comprise the first capabilities of its FSD suite, an automated turn signaling system appears to have been teased in a patent filing, which was […]

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Tesla poised to bring Model 3 to Hong Kong as GM’s EV push falters in China

Tesla seems to have reached a point in the Model 3 production that it is now confident enough to start promoting the vehicle to other regions. Just a couple of weeks after bringing the car to Australia and New Zealand, Tesla seems poised to showcase the electric sedan in Hong Kong. Invitations for the Hong […]

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