Tesla’s Elon Musk considers in-car video game based on AI apocalypse

In a move befitting an avid gamer, Elon Musk entertained the idea of augmenting Tesla’s in-car TeslaAtari suite with a retro-style video game that’s set in a post-AI apocalyptic world. The official account for “Niche Gamer”, a site dedicated to unique video games around the world, engaged Musk on Twitter and expressed interest in adding “Blazing Chrome” […]

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Tesla’s military veteran hires are a perfect fit for Fremont’s high-tempo culture

In California, US military veterans are finding a place where they could thrive. Through its “Veterans at Tesla” program, Tesla is putting a special focus on placing more former military personnel in leadership positions. In the Fremont factory alone, veterans are utilizing their skills to help the company in its mission to accelerate the transition […]

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TSLA short-seller explains reduced position after Tesla’s breakout Q3 earnings

Jan Petter Sissener is not a careless investor. Being one of short-sellers betting against Tesla stock (NASDAQ:TSLA), the Norwegian businessman and hedge fund manager has been rewarded in the past due to dips in the electric car maker’s stock. During the third quarter, though, things did not go according to plan, and Sissener Canopus, the […]

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Tesla Model X humbles Lamborghini Urus and Mercedes-AMG G63 in ultimate 4-way SUV drag race

There is just something incredibly satisfying about seeing all-electric cars standing toe-to-toe with vehicles that are designed optimally for speed and performance. Take a recent 4-way drag race featuring the Tesla Model X P100D and the Lamborghini Urus, the Mercedes-AMG G63, and the Range Rover Sport SVR, for example. With such a lineup of vehicles, […]

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Tesla Autopilot ‘Mad Max’ mode gets torture tested in LA traffic

Tesla’s “Mad Max” mode for Navigate on Autopilot might be capable of suggesting assertive lane changes, but when it’s faced with some of America’s most aggressive drivers, the driver-assist system still seems to be far too civilized and polite. This was shown recently in a torture test featuring a Tesla Model 3 in the middle […]

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China launches first AI news anchor on state media that mimics a real human

China’s official state media, Xinhua News Agency, has added artificial intelligence anchors to its news team through a partnership with Chinese search engine Sogou. The AI anchors are created using machine learning to program speech and facial movements which accurately imitate real humans, and they are programmed to read out anything entered into their system. […]

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Tesla starts rolling out Track Mode for Model 3 Performance

Tesla has announced that it is starting the rollout of Track Mode, a feature of the Model 3 Performance that allows the car to perform better on a racecourse, today. In light of the feature’s release, Tesla has published a blog post outlining the science behind Track Mode, as well as the feature’s specifics. While […]

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Tesla Semi’s temporary ‘Megacharger’ system glimpsed in Madonna Inn sighting

More than a year since unveiling the vehicle, Tesla continues to conduct real-world tests of the Semi across the United States. In its recent sighting, the Semi was spotted while it was charging at the iconic and quirky Madonna Inn, located at San Luis Obispo, CA. This time around, the sighting provided what could very […]

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Tesla Model 3 Performance shocks Chevrolet Corvette in drag race

Thanks to the instant torque provided by their electric motors, Teslas are capable of incredibly impressive launches. Even against supercars like the Ferrari Superfast and the McLaren 720S, Tesla’s vehicles usually get the jump on their fossil fuel-powered competitors. What happens, then, if a Tesla is beaten off the line? As a video of a […]

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Tesla Model 3 Mid Range RWD deliveries are starting earlier than expected

Tesla appears to be learning the art of under-promising and over-delivering. When Tesla announced the Mid Range Model 3, the company noted that deliveries of the vehicle would likely begin within 6-10 weeks. If recent reports from the Tesla community are any indication, though, it appears that deliveries for the Mid Range Model 3 have […]

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