Tesla Semi spotted hauling trailer full of massive concrete blocks in Los Angeles

Tesla’s red Semi prototype was recently sighted on the busy 405 freeway in Los Angeles while it was conducting what appeared to be a maximum weight range test. The all-electric big rig, which was accompanied by a Tesla Model X with manufacturer plates, was hauling a trailer loaded with large concrete blocks, suggesting that Tesla […]

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Tesla’s Giga 3 factory shell takes shape as China works through Labor Day

The progress of Tesla’s Gigafactory 3 in China has been nothing short of astounding. Recent images of the site reveal that as of May 2, roofing of the upcoming general assembly building is all but finished and parts of the facade are now being built, giving the appearance of a factory shell that is nearing […]

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Tesla Model S driver walks away from violent head-on collision caught on video

A Tesla Model S proved its 5-star safety rating during a major accident at the tunnels of Vallvidrera in Barcelona, Spain. As could be seen in footage of the crash, the owner of the all-electric sedan managed to walk away from a potentially fatal head-on collision seemingly unharmed. The accident, which happened last week, involved […]

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Watch Tesla’s Model 3 spank the BMW M3 in head-to-head track test (VIDEO)

Popular auto magazine Top Gear recently published its most daring cover in years, declaring in boldface lettering that “Electric Beats Petrol.” Two high-performance sedans dominated the cover: the Tesla Model 3 Performance and the BMW M3, both of which represent the best that their class of vehicles has to offer. The publication has now released […]

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Tesla on Autopilot seamlessly navigates 90-degree left-hand turn at intersection

A Tesla Model S on Autopilot recently navigated a rather tricky left-hand, 90-degree turn at a busy intersection without getting disengaged. Going into the turn, the Model S, which was equipped with AP 2.0 hardware and firmware version 2019.8.5, moved smoothly, as could be seen in Autopilot’s precise steering of the vehicle. Granted, conditions were […]

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Tesla’s built-in dashcam catches teens vandalizing Model 3 in Supercharger

A Tesla owner is thanking his Model 3’s built-in dashcam features for capturing footage of a group of teenagers vandalizing his electric car. When he reported the incident to local authorities, the Model 3 owner was surprised to learn that his vehicle might not be the first Tesla to be vandalized in the location. Darin […]

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Join Leyla and I for Beach Clean Up Day at Fort Funston, San Francisco

Every weekend Leyla and I go to a dog park called Fort Funston, one of the best coastal dog parks in California. Leyla loves to run on the beach, and along the shoreline. Our first experiences with taking in the majestic seascape of Fort Funston was met with a sense of tranquility, purpose, and … […]

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MG Motor to present first BEV in Autumn

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The British SAIC brand MG Motor is launching its first electric model this autumn. A prototype of the MG ZS EV was recently filmed at the Kreuz Hilden charging station. According to the technicians, the E-SUV delivers 110 kW and offers a 44 kWh battery for 280 km WLTP range. The vehicle was filmed at […]

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Tesla posts Full Self-Driving demo video with stop sign, traffic light recognition

Tesla has released a video demonstration of its Full Self-Driving suite in action. The short video clip follows a Model 3 as it autonomously drove from one destination to another, following stop signs, recognizing street lights, and driving on city streets in the process. While brief, the demonstration provides a glimpse of just how convenient […]

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Tesla Sentry Mode’s ‘Alert’ state deters potential break-in

Tesla’s Sentry Mode is, at its core, a feature designed to deter thefts and break-ins against the company’s vehicles. This is among the reasons why Sentry Mode has an “Alert” state, which features the menacing glowing eye of 2001: A Space Odyssey‘s HAL 9000 and a visual warning clearly indicating that footage is being recorded […]

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