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- Model Y Achieves 5-Star Overall Safety Rating from NHTSAby kgo@tesla.com on 13. januar 2021 at 20:11
Since the launch of Model S in 2012, we have engineered every Tesla around the same advanced architecture that maximizes occupant safety. Today, Model Y, Tesla’s mid-size Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV), is the latest Tesla vehicle to earn a 5-star safety rating in every category from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Language Undefined
- U.S. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Reportby kgo@tesla.com on 5. december 2020 at 02:56
Today, we are publishing our first ever U.S. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Report which outlines the current state of our DEI position and actions we are taking to engage with employees, candidates and community members, as we encourage talented people from all backgrounds to join us on our mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. We look forward to sharing further progress in future reports as we continue to innovate and enhance our diversity, equity and inclusion practices. Language Undefined
- Health and Safety at Teslaby kgo@tesla.com on 2. juli 2020 at 21:40
Recent reports that we have terminated employees due to their concerns over health practices are fundamentally untrue. The employees quoted in recent stories are still employed with Tesla and we have offered them work multiple times. All we have asked is that our employees talk to us and provide us the details of their own concern so we can do what we can to help find a solution. Tesla has not only offered employees a window of time to stay home no questions asked, but waived our attendance policy for several weeks after we had approval to reopen our factories. In addition, those who have at-risk family members at home received two weeks paid leave through May 31. Tesla also provides 14-day COVID sick leave pay for employees who are quarantined, self-quarantine due to family members who are sick or have tested positive. Language Undefined
- The Lowest Price for Home Solarby kgo@tesla.com on 19. juni 2020 at 17:13
Today we are introducing the lowest-ever cost to go solar in the United States. Our average system size is now one-third less expensive than the industry average and we have recently introduced a lowest-price guarantee. If you change your mind after purchasing or are unhappy with the system, we will uninstall it and issue a full refund within seven days from system turn on. Language Undefined
- Model S Long Range Plus: Building the First 400-Mile Electric Vehicleby kgo@tesla.com on 15. juni 2020 at 23:42
The freedom to travel anywhere is critical to Tesla’s mission. Since the introduction of our 265-mile Model S in 2012, we’ve continued to revisit every aspect of the design to deliver the longest-range and highest-performance electric vehicles on the road. Language Undefined
- Getting Back to Workby kgo@tesla.com on 10. maj 2020 at 01:50
Tesla is the last major carmaker remaining in California, and the largest manufacturing employer in the State with more than 10,000 employees at our Fremont factory and 20,000 statewide. We understand the impacts COVID-19 has caused and have a responsibility to look out for the livelihoods and safety of our personnel, many of whom rely on us and have been out of work for weeks due to the impacts of shelter-in-place orders. Language Undefined
- Tesla Welcomes Hiromichi Mizuno as New Independent Director to its Boardby kgo@tesla.com on 23. april 2020 at 20:04
We are pleased to welcome Hiromichi (Hiro) Mizuno to Tesla’s Board of Directors and Audit Committee, effective April 23, 2020. Language Undefined
- Accelerating Tesla’s Safety Cultureby kgo@tesla.com on 4. februar 2020 at 16:50
At Tesla, we believe safety in our operations is achieved through engagement, education, innovation and continual improvement. That’s why we focus not just on our overall rate of injury, but also on how to prevent individual injuries before they happen. Language Undefined
- There is no “unintended acceleration” in Tesla vehiclesby kgo@tesla.com on 20. januar 2020 at 19:27
This petition is completely false and was brought by a Tesla short-seller. We investigate every single incident where the driver alleges to us that their vehicle accelerated contrary to their input, and in every case where we had the vehicle’s data, we confirmed that the car operated as designed. In other words, the car accelerates if, and only if, the driver told it to do so, and it slows or stops when the driver applies the brake. Language Undefined
- Model X Earns a 5-Star Safety Rating from Euro NCAPby kgo@tesla.com on 4. december 2019 at 09:33
Model X made history when it became the first and only SUV to ever receive a 5-star safety rating in every category and sub-category from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Today, we’re excited to build on that legacy with the addition of a 5-star safety rating from the European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP), which evaluates a car’s safety assistance features as well as its ability to protect adults, children and vulnerable road users. Language Undefined
Tesla Motor Club
- Toyota Announces Plans for 15 EVsby Contributor on 20. april 2021 at 21:21
Toyota said Monday it will bring 15 new battery electric models to market by 2025, including an SUV and pickup truck. “This future lineup will feature 15 dedicated BEVs, including seven carrying the bZ (Beyond Zero) brand moniker,” the company said in a release. “In addition, Toyota intends to bring electrification to its pickup truck … Read more… The post Toyota Announces Plans for 15 EVs appeared first on Tesla Motors Club.
- Tesla Model 3 Is MotorTrend’s Best Compact Luxury Sedan Of 2021by Andrei Nedelea on 19. april 2021 at 23:40
The entry level Tesla sedan is still going strong and it topped MT’s sedan charts that contained only ICE rivals. We know the Tesla Model 3 is a great little sedan that is no longer just good compared to other EVs, but also when compared to conventionally powered rivals. It is not that often compared to these gas- … Read more… The post Tesla Model 3 Is MotorTrend’s Best Compact Luxury Sedan Of 2021 appeared first on Tesla Motors Club.
- Tesla Shows Improvement in Q1 Safety Reportby Contributor on 18. april 2021 at 23:51
With the release of Tesla’s Q1 2021 Vehicle Safety Report, Chief Executive Elon Musk says that Autopilot is nearly 10-times safer than the “average vehicle.” According to the report: In the 1st quarter, we registered one accident for every 4.19 million miles driven in which drivers had Autopilot engaged. For those driving without Autopilot but … Read more… The post Tesla Shows Improvement in Q1 Safety Report appeared first on Tesla Motors Club.
- SpaceX Awarded $3B Contract for Moon Missionby Contributor on 17. april 2021 at 17:41
SpaceX has won a $3 billion contract with NASA to build a spacecraft to carry astronauts to the moon, the agency announced Friday. NASA is getting ready to send astronauts to explore more of the Moon as part of the Artemis program. SpaceX will continue the development of the first commercial human lander that will … Read more… The post SpaceX Awarded $3B Contract for Moon Mission appeared first on Tesla Motors Club.
- Cybertruck Makes Appearance at Giga Texasby Contributor on 16. april 2021 at 16:17
Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk showed off the highly-anticipated Cybertruck Thursday to employees at the Texas factory where it’s slated to be built. He even got a little mud on the tires. Photos of the hulking raw-metal truck with its unique angular body-styling were shared across various social media platforms. The truck on display appeared … Read more… The post Cybertruck Makes Appearance at Giga Texas appeared first on Tesla Motors Club.
- Tesla Semi Reservation-Holder Email Notes Range/Reliability Updatesby Steven Loveday on 15. april 2021 at 23:15
Tesla has been working on the Semi for a long time, and it seems it’s making necessary improvements. Perhaps Tesla’s lengthy delays mean extended time for testing and tweaking, which could lead to better vehicles down the road. This appears to be the case with the Tesla Semi, at least according to a recent article from German publication Teslamag. … Read more… The post Tesla Semi Reservation-Holder Email Notes Range/Reliability Updates appeared first on Tesla Motors Club.
- SpaceX Raises $1B in New Fundingby Contributor on 14. april 2021 at 22:16
SpaceX has raised a new $1.16 billion funding round, according to a regulatory filing. SpaceX held a second close of about $314 million, adding to $850 million raised in February, according to a report from CNBC. The new injection brings the equity raise to $1.16 billion, bringing the valuation to $74 billion. SpaceX has been … Read more… The post SpaceX Raises $1B in New Funding appeared first on Tesla Motors Club.
- Musk Says Tesla is Working on ‘Grief’ from Collision Repairby Contributor on 14. april 2021 at 21:16
Tesla owners with the misfortune of getting into a fender bender have also had the misfortune of repairing a Tesla. Collision repairs have been notoriously frustrating for both body shops and owners. Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk said on Twitter this week that the automaker is ramping up its collision repair capabilities. He also said … Read more… The post Musk Says Tesla is Working on ‘Grief’ from Collision Repair appeared first on Tesla Motors Club.
- Are You Ready for Your Next Natural Disaster?by Vendor Content on 14. april 2021 at 20:17
Living in South Florida, we have the worst of both worlds: hurricanes and floods. When storms hit, preparation is key. First and foremost, we recommend all-weather mats for your Tesla to not only keep your under carpets dirt and mud free but also to provide a non-slip surface that can contain over a gallon of … Read more… The post Are You Ready for Your Next Natural Disaster? appeared first on Tesla Motors Club.
- Tesla Surprises Customers with Increased Solar Roof Priceby Contributor on 13. april 2021 at 16:10
The price for Tesla’s solar roof has unexpectedly raised on existing orders. TMC member nicholb posted that his installation cost jumped by about $20,000. And, TMC member Shinta saw his cost increase by $30,000. “I’ve had a solar roof reservation since March 2020 (in MN),” nicholb wrote. “My purchase agreement was signed in April 2020. Today I got … Read more… The post Tesla Surprises Customers with Increased Solar Roof Price appeared first on Tesla Motors Club.
Teslarati
- The Boring Company’s updated projects page no longer lists D.C.-Baltimore tunnelby Maria Merano on 21. april 2021 at 03:53
The Boring Company’s updates to its official website have removed references to some of the tunneling startup’s announced projects, such as the D.C.-Baltimore tunnel and the Dugout Loop in Los Angeles. In the case of the D.C.-Baltimore project, a spokesperson from the Federal Highway Administration has stated that The Boring Company has not given the The post The Boring Company’s updated projects page no longer lists D.C.-Baltimore tunnel appeared first on TESLARATI.
- Tesla nabs three brand loyalty awards, revealing EV maker’s growing influenceby Maria Merano on 21. april 2021 at 00:38
IHT Markit gave Tesla three manufacturer awards in its 2020 Automotive Loyalty Awards. Tesla received awards for Asian Market Loyalty to Make, Highest Conquest Percentage, and Highest Alternative Powertrain Loyalty to Make. Tesla won the Highest Conquest Percentage award for the second consecutive year. The award relates to a brand’s ability to capture non-loyal sales The post Tesla nabs three brand loyalty awards, revealing EV maker’s growing influence appeared first on TESLARATI.
- SpaceX Starship outfitted with upgraded Raptor engines for Wed static fireby Eric Ralph on 20. april 2021 at 19:48
SpaceX has installed at least two of three new upgraded Raptors on Starship serial number 15 (SN15) ahead of a triple-engine static fire scheduled as early as Wednesday, April 21st. Initially scheduled late last week, several unknown delays have slowed down the installation of SN15’s three engines and forced SpaceX to return at least one The post SpaceX Starship outfitted with upgraded Raptor engines for Wed static fire appeared first on TESLARATI.
- Chevy Bolt EV beats Tesla for U.S. News’ Best Electric Vehicle of 2021by Joey Klender on 20. april 2021 at 18:59
The Chevrolet Bolt EV won U.S. News’ Best Electric Vehicle award for 2021, beating out notable competitors like the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y. As the automotive industry continues to transition toward electrification, U.S. News rolled out a list of its most highly-ranked electric and hybrid cars and SUVs. The list is comprehensive and The post Chevy Bolt EV beats Tesla for U.S. News’ Best Electric Vehicle of 2021 appeared first on TESLARATI.
- Tesla Model 3 steals Germany’s top EV sales spot in March with record monthby Joey Klender on 20. april 2021 at 17:51
The Tesla Model 3 stole the top spot in sales from the Volkswagen e-Up! EV in March, thanks to a record month in registrations. Increased demand for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles skyrocketed in Germany in March. Still, none of the domestic automakers who controlled the market for years could deny Tesla’s mass-market sedan. The The post Tesla Model 3 steals Germany’s top EV sales spot in March with record month appeared first on TESLARATI.
- Tesla China launches new ‘Special Handling Team’ after Shanghai Auto protestby Joey Klender on 20. april 2021 at 16:05
Tesla is launching a new “Special Handling Team” in China to “meet the demands of car owners and strive to satisfy car owners while complying with laws and regulations.” The creation of the Special Handling Team could be in response to a recent protest at the Shanghai Auto Show. Yesterday, Teslarati reported that a woman who The post Tesla China launches new ‘Special Handling Team’ after Shanghai Auto protest appeared first on TESLARATI.
- Tesla supplier chain orders hint at 1M-vehicle potential in 2021by Simon Alvarez on 20. april 2021 at 15:46
Tesla may be pretty silent about its actual vehicle production and delivery targets for 2021, but updates from the company’s supply chain suggest that the EV maker is aiming for an incredibly impressive number. Based on recent reports from some of Tesla’s suppliers, it appears that the company is aiming to hit 1 million vehicles The post Tesla supplier chain orders hint at 1M-vehicle potential in 2021 appeared first on TESLARATI.
- Tesla (TSLA) gets higher price target from Mizuho Securities ahead of Q1 earningsby Simon Alvarez on 20. april 2021 at 13:56
Despite recent headwinds seemingly brought about by a tragic Model S crash in Texas this weekend, Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) is still receiving some positive outlooks from noted finance firms in the lead up to its first-quarter earnings call. Among the most recent of these is Mizuho Securities, which raised its TSLA price target to $820 per The post Tesla (TSLA) gets higher price target from Mizuho Securities ahead of Q1 earnings appeared first on TESLARATI.
- TX fire chief slams inaccurate Tesla crash coverage with firsthand details on Model S fireby Simon Alvarez on 20. april 2021 at 11:50
Immediately following the fatal Tesla crash in Texas this weekend, reports from both local and national media outlets emerged citing the statements of Harris County Pct. 4 Constable Mark Herman, who remarked that police were 100% certain that there was no one in the driver seat of the ill-fated Model S when it crashed. Herman The post TX fire chief slams inaccurate Tesla crash coverage with firsthand details on Model S fire appeared first on TESLARATI.
- SpaceX installs second Starship-derived fuel tank at orbital launch padby Eric Ralph on 20. april 2021 at 08:55
For the second time in two weeks, SpaceX has rolled a ‘Starship-derived’ propellant tank to the next-generation rocket’s first orbital launch pad, continuing a recent burst of construction activity. Precisely two weeks ago, SpaceX rolled the first of those massive ground support equipment (GSE) propellant tanks the 1.5 miles from its Boca Chica rocket factory The post SpaceX installs second Starship-derived fuel tank at orbital launch pad appeared first on TESLARATI.
InsideEVs
- Watch Our Mustang Mach-E Ultimate Charging Guide Videoon 20. april 2021 at 19:04
From home charging to public charging to using Tesla chargers, we cover everything in this Mustang Mach-E charging deep dive.
- After Protest, China Presses Tesla To Improve Customer Careon 20. april 2021 at 18:47
Tesla felt the blow and apologized for “not addressing the customer’s complaint in a timely manner.”
- VW ID.4 Is The 2021 World Car Of The Yearon 20. april 2021 at 17:15
The 93 automotive journalists from all over the world also elected the Honda E as Urban Car Of The Year.
- NHTSA Will Investigate Fatal Tesla Crash With No Driver In Texason 20. april 2021 at 15:40
Elon Musk denied on Twitter that Autopilot was activated.
- Is BMW Making iM2 1,300+ HP Electric Sports Car? Rumor Says Yeson 20. april 2021 at 15:26
BMW is planning to launch many battery-powered models, but so far none are dedicated sports cars.
- GM Still Wants To Go EV-Only By 2035, But It’s Not Sure It Canon 20. april 2021 at 14:45
We know General Motors has set itself this ambitious target to only sell EVs after 2035, but it sounds like it won’t be met.
- Apparently, Today Is Unofficially Elon Musk Day: Who Knew?on 20. april 2021 at 14:28
Earth Day also happens this week.
- Mercedes-Benz EQT EV Minivan Teased Ahead Of May 10 Revealon 20. april 2021 at 13:55
The EQT offers a smaller alternative to the EQV and it will reportedly feel even more luxurious.
- Airbnb Homeowner Emails Tesla Owner About ‘Free Charging’on 20. april 2021 at 13:51
When the homeowner found out this Tesla owner charged their EV at the rental home, they had some reasonable questions.
- Rivian Electric Van Begins Delivering Amazon Packages In Oklahomaon 20. april 2021 at 13:08
Tulsa is the third American city where the Rivian van is seeing active duty.
- US: BEV Sales Hit New Quarterly Record Of Nearly 100,000on 20. april 2021 at 13:07
Hybrids and plug-in hybrids are over 200,000 and growing even quicker.
- US News Chooses Its Best Hybrid & Electric Cars For 2021on 20. april 2021 at 12:56
The Chevy Bolt EV and Tesla Model Y take the win for the best electric vehicles of 2021.
- Addionics Joins Saint-Gobain To Develop A Solid-State Batteryon 20. april 2021 at 12:25
When you remember John Goodenough was researching a solid-glass electrolyte…
- Hyundai Plug-In Car Sales Down In March 2021on 20. april 2021 at 12:20
Santa Fe plug-in hybrid and hydrogen fuel cell NEXO set new records.
- Frunkless BMW iX3 Positively Surprises In Bjorn’s Banana Box Teston 20. april 2021 at 12:17
Basically matches Volkswagen ID.4.
- NIO Announces 3-Year Power North Planon 20. april 2021 at 12:07
NIO’s DC fast charging capacity will be a few times larger than its battery swapping capacity.
- The First Electric Morgan Is A 4/4 Conversion By Electrogenicon 19. april 2021 at 22:56
They also created a Triumph Stag.
- Kia Receives Over 1,000 EV6 Pre-Orders In UK Aloneon 19. april 2021 at 20:56
Demand in Europe might be quite significant.
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- It’s ‘Elon Musk Day’ today, how has he inspired you?by Matt Pressman on 20. april 2021 at 13:53
This week, on April 22nd, we celebrate Earth Day. It’s not surprising that a precursor, a few days earlier, is the second annual ‘Elon Musk Day’ — a day to post a message on social media showcasing how Elon Musk may have inspired you. After all, the Ironman stepped up with a bold commitment to a clean, green future offering solar, battery storage, and electric cars at Tesla. Above: Elon Musk (Flickr: Steve Jurvetson) And that’s just here on Planet Earth. Meanwhile, his grand vision for intergalactic adventures will (very likely) soon be realized via SpaceX. Putting an end to soul-crushing traffic is another goal at The Boring Company. In addition, he’s trying to advance a safe, symbiotic future with AI via Neuralink. So how did a celebration of ‘Elon Musk Day’ come together? Last year, the idea began to take root through a number of influential folks within the Tesla community including a pair of so-called Tesla Geeks. Anuarbek Imanbaev is a reformed oil and gas exec who’s now the Vice President of the Austin Tesla Owners’ Club. He also played an key role in bringing Tesla Superchargers to the Central Asian nation of Kazakhstan. Eli Burton has been known to be able to contact Starman, the superhero of sustainability, who shows up at Tesla events and wherever his help is needed. He’s also President and Founder of the My Tesla Adventure Tesla Owner Club. Together with Anuarbek, Eli produces a weekly podcast about all things Tesla called the Tesla Geeks Show. “Some of us in the Tesla community thought why wait to show our appreciation for Elon and his amazing companies? In these turbulent and uncertain times we thought it wouldn’t hurt to shed some positivity and appreciation in the world,” says Imanbaev. “Let’s show him how he’s inspired us and how much we appreciate his efforts.” Above: Celebrating ‘Elon Musk Day’ (YouTube: EVANNEX) “Elon Musk Day is a celebration of the future. We admire Elon Musk for making all of these incredible products and leading the way in a tech revolution. He’s showing what can be done when you have the perseverance and will to make it happen,” explains Burton. And let’s not forget Musk’s efforts at SpaceX. “Elon putting a Tesla Roadster and Starman into space proves that anything is possible and that it’s worth taking the shot no matter how difficult the odds,” Burton says. So why celebrate today on 4/20? Since Musk announced that he wanted to take Tesla private at a price of $420 per share, the number 420 has become somewhat of “a thing” in the Tesla community, so it seemed the logical date to designate as Elon Musk Day. Granted, it’s a bit of a tongue-in-cheek, but many community members believe Musk would appreciate it. One such member is Kristen Netten. A Model 3 owner, she’s provided some lively Tesla commentary on the Third Row podcast and via her Twitter handle, K10. Netton told me, “Elon Musk Day is an amazing tribute to a very beautiful human. I know we all get a kick out of the strange irony of the number ‘420’ following Elon around… but it puts a smile on our face and reminds us to encourage one of the greatest humans to walk the earth with us while he makes history. Only seems fitting.” So there you have it. If you happen to be inspired by Elon, simply share on social media with the hashtag (#ElonMuskDay) today and explain how Elon may have influenced you. For some, it might help to explain how Elon’s products (and companies) have helped improve their lives. For me, Elon’s been personally instrumental in something very close to my heart. He’s actually helped bring my whole family back together. So, that definitely deserves a shout-out! Thank you so much Mr. Musk.
- Were media expectations for Elon Musk’s Boring Company ‘Loop’ accurate?by Charles Morris on 19. april 2021 at 14:05
Elon Musk’s Boring Company recently opened its first tunnel, the Convention Center Loop in Las Vegas, for a sneak preview to selected members of the media (the official opening will be at the fascinating World of Concrete convention in June). Left: Inside the Las Vegas Convention Center Loop (Boring Company); Right: Elon Musk (Flickr: Steve Jurvetson) Construction was completed in 2 years, at a cost of $52.5 million. Steve Hill, President of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, said that the fleet of vehicles serving the tunnel consists of 11 Tesla sedans, and will eventually be expanded to 60. Sometime in the future, higher-capacity vehicles may be introduced. “It seems that during a pandemic is not the time to be increasing capacity,” Hill said. He added that the Loop will eventually be extended to McCarran International Airport and Allegiant Stadium. And what was the reaction of the ladies and gentlemen of the Fourth Estate who were invited to take the first rides? Mostly negative. The Las Vegas Review-Journal delivered a neutral review, and local TV station KVVU and CNBC presented videos. However, a host of other media outlets trashed the tunnel, kvetching that Elon promised us driverless vehicles using Autopilot, travelling at high speeds, but for the moment the cars are driven by boring old humans, at a plodding 35 mph. Some of the spoilsports also rolled their virtual eyes at the site’s abundance of colored lights. Above: Elon Musk’s Boring Company is currently building Tesla-powered Loop tunnels in Las Vegas (YouTube: CNBC Television) The word “underwhelming” has been retired due to overuse, and so have plays on the “boring” name of the company. “Disneyesque” should be consigned to the same fate. Pretty much everyone piled on, including pro-EV media. Techie site Gizmodo said the site featured “lots of colorful lights, and not much else,” and didn’t not say that “Las Vegas wasted $50 million on a stupid tunnel.” Treehugger’s Lloyd Alter wrote, “It still looks like a taxi in a tube to me, but I could be missing something.” Even Electrek, the go-to source for EV and Tesla news, said, “the experience is quite boring.” Okay, the punchbowl-foulers do have a point—the new tunnel as it exists isn’t exactly a revolution in public transport. However, let’s put things in perspective here. It’s a pilot, okay? A beta release, if you will. How hard is it going to be for Tesla to implement Autopilot in this controlled environment, and increase the speed? Not very. Should it have done so without doing the kind of low-speed, cautious testing that it’s now doing? Of course not. Did Elon and company choose the scribblers of the media to take the first rides because they considered them expendable in case something went wrong? Could be… As for the colored lights, lighten up, ye curmudgeons. This isn’t Wall Street, it’s Vegas! Nobody who comes to the Convention Center is expecting to ride in some dull airport-style people mover. If it doesn’t have flashing lights, it probably doesn’t belong in Vegas. Love it or hate it, other Boring Co. tunnel projects are already in the pipeline for Las Vegas. Three other casino operators are reported to be negotiating for tunnels to link their properties with the Convention Center. Other projects are under consideration elsewhere in the country—the city of Miami is exploring the idea of constructing a tunnel beneath the Miami River to connect downtown with the Brickell Financial District. === Written by: Charles Morris
- Is the redesigned 2021 Tesla Model S all that different?by Denis Gurskiy on 18. april 2021 at 12:27
At long last, Tesla’s longest-tenured vehicle has gotten a much-needed update. While the 2021 model year doesn’t drastically change the electric sedan, it does breathe some new life into one of Tesla’s premium offerings. With more and more automakers releasing plans for their own electric luxury sedans, it is now more important than ever for Tesla to keep their cars fresh. Above: A look at the new, 2021 Tesla Model S redesign (Source: Tesla) Is this latest overhaul of the Model S a major transformation? It really depends on your point of view. In any event, regardless of your initial impressions, this refresh does deliver some serious changes. While you wouldn’t really be able to tell much of a difference from the outside, the changes made to the inside appear to be drastically different. The technology, acceleration, and range have also substantially improved. Exterior As noted, the refreshed exterior isn’t all that different. In fact, unless you are a seasoned Tesla veteran, you might not be able to tell the difference between a refreshed model and one from last year. The biggest visual difference is in the front fender which has gained some extra body creases. The headlights and taillights also appear to have been updated to be brighter and sleeker. The refreshed Model S (and X) have joined the Model 3 and Y in ditching the chrome trim pieces. You will notice that both the trim around the windows and door handles are blacked out now. Interior While the exterior only has a few (minor) updates, the interior features some rather radical changes. In fact, some of these changes could be hinting at Tesla’s over-arching vision of a self-driving future ahead. Let’s start with the steering wheel. Well, it’s missing a top-and-bottom. The new yoke steering wheel is reminiscent of one found in race cars, invoking a feeling of high-performance. There are also no stalks behind the steering wheel as all of the functions are mapped to buttons found on the steering wheel. Without stalks, changing gears in the electric car is quite a bit different from most other traditional vehicles on the road. The center console has also received a big upgrade, ditching the old vertical orientation screen. Rather than sticking out like in the Model 3 and Y, the new horizontal screen is embedded within the dash with a slight tilt mechanism. The new screen is obviously better for media consumption and Tesla has noted that the center screen has current-gen gaming console performance. Other features on the dashboard include the air vents from the Model 3 and Y. This gives the dash a cleaner feel as it lacks the traditional obtrusive vents found in every other vehicle. The rear of the cabin also received an update with a new rear console as well as an 8-inch screen. In addition, there are no more latches on the inside of the doors for both the Model S and X, buttons only, just like the 3 and Y. Gaming Tesla has been working their way up to making their cars quite competent gaming centers. Over the past few years, the brand has built up a Tesla Arcade through its continuous software updates. The games were simple at first, but have progressively become more robust and full-featured. Above: Understanding the changes to the new, refreshed 2021 Tesla Model S (Source: Cleanerwatt) With the new V11 update, the company looks to continue raising the bar in regards to in-car gaming. Some of the press images for the refresh show the Witcher 3 on the center console, and Elon Musk has stated that the car should be able to run Cyberpunk 2077. Both of those games are a considerable step up from anything Tesla has pushed out thus far through their ongoing software updates. Smart Shift The new yoke has been a topic of controversy for more reasons than one. Aside from it missing a top-and-bottom, Tesla has done away with the stalks. As such, the Model S will figure out which gear you need to be in via its camera system and switch to it. For those that want to be able to shift themselves, there will be an option to disable the feature and change gears yourself via the center console. Climate With the updated dashboard, Tesla did away with visible A/C vents. While this ventless design has been on the 3/Y for a while now, the sleek air conditioning was absent on the Model S and X. The new setup will make it appear like air is coming from the screens in the dashboard, amazing all of your friends who aren’t privy to your car’s secrets. The system now has three-zones of control and retains its preconditioning functions as well as heated seats. Active Noise Cancelation In an effort to make the cabin of the Model S more enjoyable, Tesla has updated the sound system. There are 22 speakers located throughout the car as well as new microphones to enable active noise cancellation, blocking out a lot of the road noise. Think of AirPod Pros, but for your car. Performance Along with the design changes, the performance upgrade really packs a punch here. According to Tesla, the battery modules, battery packs, and drive units were updated. Surprisingly, the Model S still appears to be using the old 18650 cell rather than the newest 4680 or even 2170 cells found in the Model 3/Y. Nonetheless, there appears to be some notable improvements in chemistry or thermals as the refresh does see a boost in its range. The Long Range Model S will have a range of 412 miles with a top speed of 155mph and a 0-60 time of 3.1 seconds. The real improvements are seen in the Plaid versions of the refresh. The previous Performance version has gained a third-motor and the ‘Plaid’ name. With this extra motor, the Model S Plaid is able to hit 200mph and boasts a 0-60 time of 1.99 seconds. The Plaid+ is a whole other animal. The long-rumored Tesla is still a year’s away, but it promises insane performance. While it only slightly beats the regular Plaid in 0-60 time with “<1.99 seconds” and matches its top speed, the Plaid+ will offer over 520 miles of range. As of this writing, Plaid+ will secure the top spot as the world’s quickest production car. ==An earlier version of this article appeared on EVBite. EVBite is an electric vehicle specific news site dedicated to keeping consumers up-to-date on any developments in the ever-expanding EV landscape.
- Should police cruisers be electric vehicles?by Iqtidar Ali on 17. april 2021 at 11:06
Is it time for police cruisers to ditch the internal combustion engine? Chief Paul Nikas thinks so — check out his eye-catching new cruiser for the Ipswich Police Department in Massachusetts. Yes, that’s an all-electric Tesla Model Y. It turns out the Ipswich PD was able to make this environmentally-friendly decision due to a couple of local grants dedicated to the adoption of electric vehicles. Above: Tesla Model Y customized police cruiser vehicle (Source: Fleet Auto Supply / Instagram). For the purchase of this specific Tesla Model Y, Ipswich PD received a $10,000 grant from the Ipswich Electric Light Department (ELD) and a grant of $4,290 from the Green Community Program — these grants total a whopping $14,290. Ipswich local news reported that the town estimates an 87% decrease in CO2 emissions per vehicle once switched from an internal combustion engine to and EV (like this Tesla). The Town of Ipswich also expects to save $13,000 in fuel and maintenance costs over the period of 10 years. The Town of Ipswich, MA has also replaced other retired vehicles with electric solutions in order to reduce the town’s carbon footprint. In addition to cost savings, Ipswich, MA also expects the following benefits by transitioning to electric vehicles and finding green solutions moving forward: • The ELD has replaced five late-model vehicles with electric vehicles: an electric Hyster forklift for the department garage; Chevrolet Bolts for use by the department engineer, town conservation agent, and town building and health departments; and a Toyota RAV4 plug-in hybrid vehicle for the ELD manager. ELD estimates the electric vehicles have reduced operating and maintenance costs by several thousand dollars and cut gasoline usage by about 1,000 gallons. • The town has installed electric vehicle charging stations at the parking lots on Elm Street and Hammatt Street, the town hall, and the utilities department. More charging stations are planned as funding opportunities become available. • In February 2020, the state certified the town as a “Green Community” with the goal of reducing municipal energy use by 20 percent within five years. • The select board and the school committee recently adopted a resolution developed by the town’s climate resiliency committee, which commits to eliminating municipal use of fossil fuels by 2040. Police departments around the globe are adopting electric vehicles (often Teslas) to replace their gas-powered cruisers. In 2019, Bargersville, IN PD bought a Tesla Model 3 to replace a Dodge Charger. According to the department’s estimates, this decision will save them $20,628 over the period of six years. It’s encouraging to see Police Departments making the switch to EVs. It’s likely we’ll see more clean, green solutions implemented over the next decade or so. Is there another side benefit of having these new EVs be Teslas? For sure. Bad guys will need really fast get-away cars in order to outrun these cars. === Written by: Iqtidar Ali. An earlier version of this article was originally published on Tesla Oracle. Source: Ipswich Local News.
- Will every new car and truck in the U.S. be electric by 2035?by Matt Pressman on 16. april 2021 at 11:12
The U.S. lags behind China and Europe in the transition from internal combustion engine to battery-powered cars. There are some bright spots in the U.S. though. California was the first state announcing plans to ban new fossil-fuel-powered cars by 2035. Then, Massachusetts followed. A few other states also appear to be moving in the right direction. According to Adele Peters in Fast Company, “The transition to EVs can happen faster than you think.” Above: A group of electric cars getting charged up (Flickr: Andrew Bone) How? First and foremost, battery prices have dropped 74% since 2014. “All the experts have been wrong on how fast the battery prices are going to reduce,” explains Nikit Abhyankar, a researcher at the Goldman School of Public Policy at the University of California, Berkeley, and one of the authors of a fascinating new report. According to the report, it’s feasible for the U.S. to make the shift to 100% electric car and truck sales by 2035. And this new report says the transition to EVs can save money and lives. “If new car and truck sales rapidly shift to electric, the report calculates that consumers would save $2.7 trillion… [and] reduce air pollution, preventing 150,000 premature deaths and avoiding $1.3 trillion in health and environmental costs by 2050,” reports Peters. In addition, the findings from the report indicate that the transition to electric cars can help “avoid the worst impacts of climate change—and the switch would also save consumers around $1,000 per household each year.” To make it happen, the U.S. government needs to take swift action to help expedite the move to cleaner, greener transport. “The transition from fossil-fuel-powered cars and trucks to electric vehicles is already underway, but America needs increased policy ambition and political leadership to truly accelerate market transformation,” explains Sara Baldwin, director of electrification policy at the nonprofit Energy Innovation and one of the partners that produced the report. Baldwin emphasizes, “Policy actions must be taken swiftly and should be aligned with the timeline needed to reduce transportation sector emissions, deliver huge benefits to consumers, and enhance America’s global competitiveness.” === Source: Fast Company
- Is Tesla’s refreshed Model S hinting at a driverless future?by Denis Gurskiy on 15. april 2021 at 13:46
The 2021 model year changes have added quite a few new features to Tesla’s high-end luxury sedan. Some of these changes hint at a future with less reliance on traditional driver controls. One of the most noticeable changes is the addition of a yoke steering wheel. Tesla has rid itself of the stalks behind the wheel, mapping a lot of the function to the wheel itself, and automating others, like your gear selection. Above: A look inside Tesla’s new Model S interior (Source: Tesla) The steering wheel in the refreshed Model S is a bold change. While this type of steering wheel isn’t uncommon in race cars, it does seem to be an unusual choice for a luxury sedan. Most people will be driving their Model S for leisure, not for the track, but I digress. Then again, the Model S definitely has the performance to outpace almost any car on the street, so a performance steering wheel isn’t unwarranted. Recently, we’ve seen some new Model S vehicles being transported and a lot of them are equipped with regular steering wheels. It’s conceivable that the first batch will come with traditional steering wheels with an option to retrofit the yoke steering wheel at a later time. If this is the case, then we might see an option to configure a Model S with either a regular steering wheel or yoke in the future. In addition, Tesla has also removed the stalks for the steering wheel area. Many of the functions have been moved to the sides of the wheel, similar to what you would see in a Ferrari. One function that was not transitioned however was the gear selector. In Tesla’s futuristic vision to get rid of the steering wheel and develop a fully self-driving car, gear selection will now be handled by the car in a different manner. In the Tesla V11 leak, we can see the company has dubbed this system Smart Shift. “No more stalks. Car guesses drive direction based on what obstacles it sees, context & nav map. You can override on touchscreen,” noted CEO Elon Musk via Twitter. As Musk stated, the new system will decide the correct gear based on multiple factors such as what the cameras see and your location. For instance, if you pull up to your home driveway the Tesla should be able to tell it’s in a driveway and the GPS should know you are at home. With this information, the car should know to put itself in Reverse when you get in in the morning and in Park when you pull up later in the afternoon. In theory, Tesla could use your driving history alongside the rest of the fleet’s data to help determine the best gear to be in for your specific instance. With a neural net in place, any wrong decisions (with a required manual override) would correct themselves prior to the next attempt. Like Autopilot, the car will continuously learn and improve through Tesla Software Updates. For those who wish to maintain full control of which gear they want to be in, there is an override option. The digital gear selector is located on the driver’s side of the center console. Rather than buttons, changing gears will be done on a swipe up/down motion on the silhouette of your car. There will also be an option to completely disable the automatic shifting, requiring you to solely rely on this method. Some of these changes appear to hint at a driverless (or, at least, less driver- controlled) future ahead. Perhaps some of the design decisions Tesla is implementing are a window into a future completely handled by Autopilot and FSD. In turn, you would only take over the steering wheel for spirited drives that require two hands. Moving on to the Smart Shift. The personal energy required to flick a stalk to change gears is minimal. It’s such a non-action that I bet most of us don’t even register the moment of switching gears — it takes virtually no time and no energy. So what’s going on here? I understand that if Tesla intends to deliver a fully autonomous car then it will have to deliver a car that can shift gears on its own as well. That said, some of these changes to the new Model S interior might just be our first look at what’s coming via a self-driving future. ==An earlier version of this article appeared on EVBite. EVBite is an electric vehicle specific news site dedicated to keeping consumers up-to-date on any developments in the ever-expanding EV landscape.
- Rock star loves living the Tesla lifestyleby Charles Morris on 14. april 2021 at 13:24
There’s a long and cherished connection between fast cars and rock and roll. Nick Hexum, who sings and plays guitar with the multi-platinum rock band 311, is part of a long lineage that includes Chuck Berry, the Beach Boys, Elvis, the Stones and dozens of other rockers who sang about, drove (and sometimes got into trouble in) classic cars. Above: 311’s Nick Hexum loves the Tesla Model 3 (Left: Photo by nsdesigns via Flickr / Right: Photo by Casey Murphy via EVANNEX) Hexum’s first exposure to rock and roll was his father’s collection of 45s, he told the Wall Street Journal’s A.J. Baime. “Cars were always part of the imagery. You know: ‘Fun, fun, fun, ‘til her daddy takes the T-Bird away.’ Later, when I had some success with my band, I saw this 1955 T-Bird parked across the street from my manager’s office, and it had a For Sale sign. I bought that car for my dad and surprised him on his 60th birthday. It was this tearful moment where I got to show my gratitude for my dad’s love and support, but also for instilling a love of cars and rock and roll in me.” Hexum has owned a number of hot German sports sedans, including a Mercedes E55 AMG, a BMW M5, and an Audi S6. “It wasn’t about looking cool in an expensive car. I wanted killer performance.” Aaron “P-Nut” Wills, the bass player in 311, was one of Tesla’s earliest converts—he went so far as to buy a Tesla Roadster with the serial number 311. Hexum was intrigued, but he waited for Model 3, “because it was the size I wanted and it was cheaper than some of the cars I had been driving.” “When I got my Model 3 Performance version two years ago, I thought it was the best-performing car I had driven, and to have a $60,000 car that smoked some of the more expensive cars I had owned was a win-win,” Hexum told the WSJ. “Because it is fully electric, there is this smooth acceleration—the car has no gears, it just goes—that feels like you’re launching into hyperspace. You’re going from zero to 60 mph in about 3.5 seconds. At the same time, it is completely quiet.” Hexum also loves some of Tesla’s signature features: “There are certain things in a car that, once you have them, you would rather not do without. I had come to love all-wheel drive cars after owning my Audi S6, because you could accelerate into a corner and the car would be really sure-footed. I had come to love adaptive cruise control because in L.A. freeway driving, there is so much starting and stopping. Adaptive cruise control does that for you. The Tesla had all of this technology. And the Autopilot is huge; it steers for you so all you have to do is keep your hands on the wheel.” Hexum and his family have gone all-in on electrification—his wife also drives a Model 3, and their house has a solar array and two Tesla Powerwalls. “When I was a kid and I first fell in love with cars, I never imagined that I would drive a car powered by the sun,” he says. “Ultimately, the thing that made me an Elon Musk fanboy is this: Most people are not going to go out of their way to save the environment,” Hexum told the WSJ. “He created a car with a better driving experience than what was out there, from my point of view, for a cheaper price. And you get to save the environment to boot.” === Written by: Charles Morris; Source: Wall Street Journal
- Can the U.S. catch up to China in the electric vehicle race?by Matt Pressman on 13. april 2021 at 12:26
Even though the vast majority of dominant tech companies reside in the United States, in the auto sector most U.S. companies are still selling the old internal combustion engine technology. Fortunately, Tesla is changing things. Detroit’s automakers are starting to introduce electric cars. Above: A look at a Tesla Model 3 in China (Twitter: Tesla Greater China) Tesla is leading the way and others are beginning to follow along. One recent example is Ford’s Mustang Mach-E. And GM has its Bolt EV along with plans for a new electric Hummer. That said, U.S. car buyers haven’t accelerated their adoption of electric cars anywhere near what’s currently happening in China. According to CNBC, “The global electric vehicle market is heating up, and China wants to dominate. It has invested at least $60 billion to support the EV industry and it’s pushing an ambitious plan to transition to all-electric… [meanwhile] Tesla entered the Chinese market in 2019 and has seen rapid growth.” Above: A look at China’s emphasis on electric cars (YouTube: CNBC) “China sold roughly 1 million more EVs than the U.S. in 2020, according to EV Volumes. But there are signs that U.S. is getting more serious about going electric. President Joe Biden announced a goal to reach net-zero emissions by 2050 and [plans to make] investments in green infrastructure,” reports CNBC. Even industry leader, Tesla, seems to be placing its biggest bet on future electrification efforts underway in China. With its recent Model Y push at the company’s Shanghai Gigafactory, Tesla has already pulled ahead of local Chinese rivals NIO and Xpeng in the first few months of 2021. Granted, Biden has some big plans in place for vehicle electrification. But will these plans push the U.S. ahead of China when it comes to clean transport? Without a doubt, Tesla has high hopes for the U.S. too. But recently CEO Elon Musk explained in an interview (via CGTN), “China, I think in the long term, will be our biggest market. Both where we make the most number of vehicles and where we have the most number [of] customers.” === Source: CNBC, CGTN
- Learning leadership lessons from Tesla’s Elon Muskby Matt Pressman on 12. april 2021 at 09:43
Should you display your leadership prowess by being super-provocative and posting memes on Twitter like Elon Musk? Ummm, probably not. That said, the Tesla and SpaceX CEO does have a few intriguing pieces of advice that might be worth considering — especially if you’re trying to advance your business skills. Laura Wood writes about a few of these in financial news blog Go Banking Rates. Above: Tesla’s CEO Elon Musk (Flickr: Steve Jurvetson) Don’t be afraid of constructive criticism Musk once explained in 2013 during a Google Hangout hosted by Google for Entrepreneurs. “Take as much feedback from as many people as you can about whatever idea you have,” Musk said. “Seek critical feedback. Ask them what’s wrong. You often have to draw it out in a nuanced way to figure out what’s wrong.” Don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty either. During the same Google Hangout, Musk said, “You’ve got to do all sorts of jobs and tasks that you might not wish to do, that are not intrinsically interesting to you. You’ve got to be prepared to do whatever it takes, work whatever hours. No task is too menial. I think that’s the right attitude for the CEO of a startup.” Don’t get bogged down in the process. “I don’t believe in process,” Musk said in a 2012 Wired interview. “In fact, when I interview a potential employee and he or she says that ‘it’s all about the process,’ I see that as a bad sign.” He adds, “The problem is that at a lot of big companies, process becomes a substitute for thinking.” Take risks — especially while you’re young. “As you get older, your obligations increase,” Musk once said in an interview with Forbes. “So I would encourage you to take risks now, to do something bold, you won’t regret it.” And be sure to distinguish yourself to stand out in an overcrowded industry. “If you’re entering anything where there’s an existing marketplace, against large, entrenched competitors, then your product or service needs to be much better than theirs,” Musk said, according to Inc. “It can’t be a little bit better, because then you put yourself in the shoes of the consumer … you’re always going to buy the trusted brand unless there’s a big difference.” === Source: Go Banking Rates
- The electric vehicle sector is surging — here’s whyby Matt Pressman on 11. april 2021 at 11:07
Doesn’t it feel like the news is always so negative nowadays? Well, there is a bright spot out there. And it happen to be in the auto industry. Once considered a tiny niche, the electric vehicle sector is surging. With a looming climate crisis on the horizon, the ongoing adoption of electric cars is something to celebrate. Above: Tesla Model 3 and Model S (Source: EVANNEX; Photo by Casey Murphy) Ben Gorman relates the good news in Axios. Gorman spoke with iSeeCars.com analyst Karl Brauer who announced, “It’s clear EV sales, both in the U.S. and globally, are increasing on a percentage basis faster than traditional internal combustion vehicles.” And that’s not all. “Multiple automakers have introduced high-volume models in the past 12 months, with Tesla’s Model Y and Ford’s Mach-E being two prime examples,” Brauer explained. “The full EV sector’s Q1 tallies are still emerging, though Tesla is the leading player… beat[ing] analysts’ expectations with 184,800 deliveries,” reports Groman. Above: The landscape of the auto sector is changing rapidly and vehicle electrification is a major part of that transition (YouTube: Financial Times) And it’s not just Tesla. Although still small, Ford did announce sales of 6,614 of its Mach-E in the U.S. And GM reported that U.S. Q1 sales of its Bolt EV are up over 50% compared to last year. After viewing a recent Morgan Stanley research note, Gorman reports that EV sector sales are rising with “over 181,000 fully electric vehicles sold worldwide in February, which is up 138% compared to February 2020, per Morgan Stanley and data partner EV-Volumes. And January’s numbers were even higher.” That said, it’s still important to keep things in perspective. The EV sector may be gaining momentum on Wall Street but its still quite small in relative terms. And, the U.S. market continues to lag behind. It’s reported that “per Morgan Stanley, fully electric cars were [only] 2.3% of U.S. sales in February, compared to 6.3% in Europe and 7.9% in China.” === Source: Axios; Video: Financial Times
- Volkswagen is buying China EV credits from Teslaby Charles Morris on 10. april 2021 at 10:24
Tesla has made a tidy little side business out of selling EV credits to automakers that can’t or won’t sell enough EV to satisfy regulators, both in California and in Europe. Some critics see this as a less respectable source of income than selling cars, but it’s part of the way the regulatory system was designed to work, and Tesla has always understood that it won’t last forever. Source: Volkswagen / Tesla Now Tesla has extended its reg-cred side hustle to a third continent, and ironically it’s Volkswagen, the legacy automaker that seems to be the most serious about electrification, that has emerged as the latest buyer. Reuters reports (via Electrek) that the FAW-Volkswagen Chinese joint venture has agreed to buy credits from Tesla. The unnamed sources didn’t reveal the amount of money involved, but reported that the price agreed upon is around 3,000 yuan per credit (approximately $450). YouTube: Reuters China’s zero-emission mandate requires automakers to sell EVs amounting to 12% of their total sales in the country. As in California and Europe, automakers who exceed the mandated levels of EV sales can sell excess credits to those that don’t. Tesla receives five credits per EV sold, and it delivered some 140,000 vehicles in China last year. If the California carmaker managed to sell most or all of its credits at the price VW is said to have paid, it would earn a tidy sum. Last year, Tesla reported over $1.5 billion in revenue from the sale of regulatory credits in the US and Europe. Volkswagen eventually means to comply with the Chinese mandate by selling its own EVs, and it has invested heavily in EV production in China. However, FAW-Volkswagen sells over 2 million cars per year in China, so it may be a while before it can move enough EVs to meet the 12% mandate. === This article originally appeared in Charged. Author: Charles Morris. Source: Electrek
- Supercars challenge Tesla drivers in some thrilling street racesby Iqtidar Ali on 9. april 2021 at 12:17
Call it an utter lack of awareness. Or maybe a case of over-confidence. Whatever the case, owners of internal combustion engine (ICE) sports cars are still brazen in their efforts to challenge random Teslas to a street race. Several drivers in the latest episode of Teslacam Stories seem to have demonstrated such a folly. Above: A very, very quick Tesla Model 3 (Source: EVANNEX; Photo by Casey Murphy) When a Tesla driver floors the accelerator (we can’t say “gas pedal” since there’s no gas), the massive torque from motor-to-wheel is so rapid, it’s nearly incalculable by the human senses. That said, most ICE drivers still haven’t come to grips with this obvious fact. The result, when it comes to street races with Teslas, aren’t exactly tipping in favor to these gas-mobiles. True, there are a few ICE supercars today that can stand toe-to-toe against a performance Tesla on the dragstrip. But that’s about to change forever as the Model S Plaid will soon be on the scene (with its jaw-dropping 0-60 mph in just 1.99 seconds, mind you). Still want video proof? Well, the first street race on Teslacam Stories is between a Tesla Model 3 Performance (0-60 in 3.2 secs) versus a McLaren 570S (2.7 secs, what?). The McLaren was driven by none other than the American football wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald. Although the Model 3 Performance owner was winning, he slowed down his car out of respect for Larry. It’s believed that Larry also owns a Tesla but had opted to ride in his McLaren on this particular day. Above: Tesla Model 3 Performance side repeater cam showing the McLaren 570S street race challenger (Source: Wham Baam Teslacam / YouTube) The same Model 3 Performance nailed another race with a big jump off the start against a Maserati. When a severe reality check dawned on the Maserati driver, he accepted his defeat with a big laugh. Showing a Lamborghini who’s the boss is always a personal favorite — be it during a 1/4-mile drag race or a spur-of-the-moment street race. This time, a Lamborghini Urus was defeated in Ontario, Canada by a Model 3 Performance (oh, you little beast). Later, in one of the races, a Tesla Model Y was running on FSD Beta when it came across a Mercedes Benz E-Class AMG. It turns out the Model Y took a left turn before the human driver took note and what ultimately transpired was another street race. The high-end Merc faced embarrassment (besides being given a head-start). There are several other thrilling street races in this video compilation along with some spicy commentary by the Wham Baam Teslacam hosts Ben and Melissa Anderson. But a quick side note folks — no matter how tempting it looks to race in the streets, it’s not a good idea. Be smart. Drive safe. Now… let’s enjoy as spectators. Video === Written by: Iqtidar Ali. An earlier version of this article was originally published on Tesla Oracle. Video: Tesla vs. Supercars Street Racing (YouTube: Wham Baam Teslacam).
- China’s EV Showdown: Tesla steps up rivalry with NIO and Xpengby Matt Pressman on 8. april 2021 at 13:36
Can Tesla compete with fast-growing EV companies locally in the all-important Chinese market? According to the South China Morning Post, “Chinese rivals NIO and Xpeng both recorded a five-fold surge in sales in the first quarter of 20,060 and 13,340 units respectively, as smart electric vehicles increasingly hit the mark with mainland motorists.” Above: Tesla’s Model Y (Twitter: Tesla Greater China) Impressive indeed. But SCMP notes, “Tesla’s volume stands apart from most other carmakers.” The Silicon Valley automaker delivered a whopping 184,800 cars worldwide in the first quarter. It’s reported that “Tesla’s market-smashing deliveries of electric vehicles (EVs) in the first quarter suggest Chief Executive Elon Musk’s bet on growth in China” is really starting to pay off. The latest quarter was “a massive home run,” Dan Ives at Wedbush wrote in a research note. “We believe China and Europe were particularly robust this quarter as the trajectory now puts Musk & Co to exceed 850k for the year, which is well ahead of whisper expectations.” Above: Elon Musk in an exclusive interview with China Media Group (CMG) discussing Tesla and the future in China (YouTube: CGTN) SCMP reports, “Musk is pushing into China, the world’s largest automotive market including for EVs, to gain a foothold amid competition from local EV start-ups… [and] auto sales are forecast to rise in the Asian nation this year for the first time since 2017. The government in March said it will help boost the number of EV charging stations and battery-swapping facilities.” Much of the traction in China for Tesla revolves around the introduction of its Model Y. “In China, Tesla started accepting booking for Model Y, its Made-in-Shanghai SUV, at the start of the year with a 30 per cent price markdown,” according to SCMP. “We are encouraged by the strong reception of the Model Y in China and are quickly progressing to full production capacity,” Tesla said in a statement. === Source: South China Morning Post
- A look back at how Tesla pulled off such a blockbuster first quarterby Charles Morris on 7. april 2021 at 13:32
Tesla’s delivery report for the first quarter of 2021 made April fools of the skeptics (yes, they’re still out there). The numbers—180,338 vehicles produced and 184,800 delivered—represent a new all-time quarterly record, a 110% year-over-year increase, and a beat of most of the analysts’ forecasts, which were running around 177,000. Above: A look at Tesla’s Model Y (Source: EVANNEX; Photo by Casey Murphy) The fat figures are the more impressive considering that automakers usually expect a seasonal decline in a first quarter (Tesla showed a tiny increase compared to Q4 2020) and that Tesla, along with other automakers, had to deal with a shortage of semiconductors (the Fremont line was idled for a few days due to “part supply issues”). “In the first quarter, we produced just over 180,000 vehicles and delivered nearly 185,000 vehicles,” Tesla tells us. “We are encouraged by the strong reception of the Model Y in China and are quickly progressing to full production capacity. The new Model S and Model X have also been exceptionally well received, with the new equipment installed and tested in Q1 and we are in the early stages of ramping production.” Above: A review of Tesla’s first quarter results and discussion surrounding EV momentum in China (YouTube: CNBC Television) During Q1, Tesla retooled its Model S and Model X production line to gear up for the refreshed versions announced in January. The company didn’t produce any units of Models S and X during the quarter, and delivered just a couple thousand—the last of the previous versions. The big story is the still-growing demand for Models 3 and Y. Production soared by 10%, and deliveries by 14%, compared to the previous quarter. === This article originally appeared in Charged. Author: Charles Morris. Sources: Tesla, Reuters, Electrek, CNBC Television
- What makes Tesla so unique compared to other automakers?by Matt Pressman on 6. april 2021 at 10:43
Many Wall Street investors have trouble understanding why Tesla’s market value continues to rise above the stalwarts of Big Auto. Isn’t Elon Musk’s automaker just another car company that happens to make electric cars? Well, no. There’s a lot more to it. Kristina Zucchi at Investopedia reveals some of the “secret sauce” that makes the Silicon Valley automaker so unique. Above: Tesla’s Model 3 (Source: EVANNEX; Image by Casey Murphy) With its ongoing software updates and ever-evolving autonomous driving features, Tesla is often viewed as a tech company. Zucchi notes, “Much like other tech companies, Tesla is intent on changing existing business models within the stodgy automotive industry… Its product pipeline and founder evoke a loyal following similar to those for iconic tech companies such as Apple.” It all starts with a different sales model. Zucchi explains, “Unlike other car manufacturers who sell through franchised dealerships, Tesla sells directly to consumers. It has created an international network of company-owned showrooms and galleries.” And by selling direct, Tesla “creates a better customer buying experience. Unlike car dealerships, Tesla showrooms have no potential conflicts of interest. Customers deal only with Tesla-employed sales and service staff.” In addition, Tesla’s been a pioneer in online auto sales too. Without franchise dealers, Tesla also set out to create its own service centers. Furthermore, according to Zucchi, “Tesla employs what it calls Tesla Rangers – mobile technicians who make house calls. In some cases, the service is delivered remotely. [Teslas] can wirelessly upload data, so technicians can view and fix some problems without ever physically touching the car.” Above: ARK’s Cathie Wood discusses her position on Tesla (YouTube: Paul G. Potts via CNBC) While traditional automakers have begun (often reluctantly) to introduce electric cars, their road trip charging options can be limited — sometimes confined to disparate third party networks. In contrast, Tesla has its own proprietary Supercharger network which has grown to be the “gold standard” in the industry. According to Zucchi, Tesla remains at a distinct advantage as a result of building its own “network of charging stations to solve one of the greatest obstacles facing the adoption of electric vehicles – refueling on long trips.” And it’s not just about cars and trucks for Tesla. According to Zucchi, the automaker has “a line of home batteries, called the Powerwall, that serve as energy storage systems in homes… meant to connect with a solar energy system and can be used as backup power when power is interrupted or peak demand is high.” Tesla also sells solar panels and solar roofs as well. In addition, the company has backup battery storage solutions for grid-scale, utility, and commercial purposes too. In short, Tesla is a disruptive tech company with a clearcut 360-degree strategy to employ clean energy solutions worldwide. And, as fossil fuels fall further and further out of favor with today’s investors, let’s face it — Tesla remains the high-profile company (and stock) that attracts a passionate, future-focused, loyal following around the globe. === Source: Investopedia
- Elon Musk decides to put down roots in Texas, announces $30M donationby Matt Pressman on 5. april 2021 at 13:21
Elon Musk wants to throw some significant support behind his new state. After making the move to Texas from California, “Elon Musk and his companies are swiftly becoming major players and newsmakers in the Lone Star State,” reports Kara Carlson at the Austin American-Statesman. Above: Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk (Flickr: Thomas Hawk) Last week, Elon announced via Twitter, “Am donating $20M to Cameron County schools & $10M to City of Brownsville for downtown revitalization.” Without a doubt, Elon is making his presence known in the region. “Fair to say that Musk — who recently moved to Texas himself and is also CEO of electric automaker Tesla, which is building a $1.1 billion manufacturing facility near Austin — has Texas on his mind,” reports Carlson. “In July, Musk announced Tesla’s decision to build a $1.1 billion manufacturing facility in Travis County. The facility will produce Tesla’s Cybertruck, Semi, Model 3 company sedan, and other vehicles and include a battery manufacturing element, and could start rolling out vehicles as early as this year,” notes Carlson. Musk is looking for help too. He recently tweeted, “Over 10,000 people are needed for Giga Texas just through 2022!” And it’s not just Tesla that has put down roots in Texas. SpaceX also has a presence there. Elon is encouraging others to make the move as well. Above: Elon Musk is showing his new home state of Texas some love, bringing both jobs and charitable donations to the Lone Star State (YouTube: KHOU 11) “Please consider moving to Starbase [in Boca Chica Village] or greater Brownsville/South Padre area in Texas & encourage friends to do so! SpaceX’s hiring needs for engineers, technicians, builders & essential support personnel of all kinds are growing rapidly,” Elon tweeted. California-based SpaceX has had a facility in Boca Chica since 2015. Elon has predicted that the area would rapidly add to its population. Currently, the company’s Brownsville location has more than 100 open positions. “Starbase will grow by several thousand people over the next year or two,” he said in a tweet. It’s reported that, “[SpaceX also] appears to be considering an expansion to Austin. No formal plans have been announced, but the SpaceX job site recently listed job openings for engineering positions in Austin.” In addition, two of Elon’s other companies, Neuralink and the Boring Company, also appear to be expanding operations with job listings for positions in the Austin area as well. Elon also relocated his private foundation, the Musk Foundation, from California to Austin over the summer. === Source: Austin American-Statesman; Twitter: Elon Musk
- PepsiCo plans to take delivery of 15 Tesla Semis soon, could it happen this year?by Charles Morris on 4. april 2021 at 11:39
Will the long-awaited Tesla Semi be going into service soon? PepsiCo has announced that it expects to take delivery of 15 Semis by the end of this year. The soda and snack seller placed an order for 100 units shortly after the electric truck’s 2017 launch. Since then, Tesla moved the Semi program to the background as it concentrated on Model Y and Cybertruck. But could Tesla start Semi production and deliveries this year? Above: A look at the Tesla Semi (Source: Tesla) A few months ago, Elon Musk told employees, “it’s time to bring Tesla Semi to volume production.” More recently, Tesla has indicated that some deliveries to customers could take place this year. On the other hand, Mr. Musk has also implied that Semi deliveries are being held up by a lack of sufficient battery cells—most recently in a tweet in which he said Tesla was “cell-constrained right now.” At the launch, Tesla said the Semi, a Class 8 truck with an 80,000-pound capacity, would have 300-mile and 500-mile range options, priced at $150,000 and $180,000, respectively. Few details have been offered since, but Tesla-watchers are expecting to see an updated spec sheet for the production version soon. The company recently released a video of the latest prototype on a test track. The Tesla Semis are part of PepsiCo’s plans to turn its Frito-Lay Modesto, California, site into a zero-emission facility. “To date, the equipment and infrastructure in place at the site includes nearly 60 tractors, box trucks, yard trucks or forklifts powered by electric, lithium-ion technologies or natural gas with renewable attributes, with the remaining 15 electric tractors expected to deploy later this year,” says Pepsico. “Infrastructure to support the project incorporates an adjacent natural gas station with renewable attributes, as well as solar carports, battery storage, truck charging systems and employee electric vehicle charging stations.” === This article originally appeared in Charged. Author: Charles Morris. Source: Electrek
- As electric vehicle demand surges, a global battery supply chain struggles to keep upby Charles Morris on 3. april 2021 at 11:12
Electric vehicles are coming. After years of having the EV market almost to itself, Tesla will see a wave of viable competitors from VW, GM and others over the next couple of years. Meanwhile, commercial vehicles such as buses and light-duty trucks are expected to start electrifying en masse. Of course, Tesla is not watching these trends from the parking lot—on the contrary, it’s also moving ahead at highway speed, preparing for upcoming launches of Cybertruck and the Tesla Semi. Above: A look at the Tesla Model 3 (Source: EVANNEX; Photo by Casey Murphy) All these new EVs are going to need batteries—massive amounts of them, and it’s clear that the existing battery supply chain won’t be adequate. A recent article in Transport Dive discusses the challenges involved in building a global supply chain that can keep up with the anticipated growth in EV production. Elon Musk said in October that a shortage of battery cells is preventing Tesla from ramping production of its Semi. He reiterated that during January’s earnings call, saying that cell supply was “the fundamental limit on electric vehicles right now.” More recently, Musk commented on Twitter regarding the Tesla Semi production timeline, “We are too cell-constrained right now, but probably ok next year.” He clarified later tweeting, “Demand is no problem, but near-term cell supply makes it hard to scale Semi. This limitation will be less onerous next year.” Celina Mikolajczak, VP of Battery Technology at Panasonic Energy of North America, told Transport Dive, “We are scaling a supply chain that was capable of supplying the consumer electronics industry to supply the transportation industry.” She noted that a phone has one battery cell, and a laptop has a dozen, whereas an EV may require thousands. “How do you quickly scale an industry by 100 times? You need more raw materials, the skilled talent and machines to extract the raw materials, the factories to process the raw materials into cell components, and then the factories to turn those components into cells.” Batteries represent the key component of an EV—about 40% of the value of the vehicle, James Nicholson, a partner with consulting firm EY-Parthenon, told Transport Dive. That’s why vehicle OEMs, including Tesla, GM and Toyota, are increasingly producing cells and packs in-house. “You don’t want that value going elsewhere,” Nicholson said. Furthermore, the EV battery market is currently dominated by Asian firms. Nicholson says 97% of current EV demand is supplied by battery firms from China, Japan and South Korea. The European Commission recently approved a multi-billion-dollar investment to develop battery production on the Continent, and US policymakers are also taking tentative steps in this direction. Further upstream, the raw materials for cells, especially lithium, nickel and cobalt, present another set of problems. “There’s plenty of lithium around in the ground. There’s not a physical shortage of it,” Nicholson said. “But there’s an economic shortage of it, which is [that] lithium prices don’t support the mining investment that’s required to get it out of the ground profitably.” “There are sources of nickel in North America and Finland and Russia and in the Far East and in China, but you also have to refine the nickel, and there’s a limited number of places you can do that,” said Nicholson, adding that most of the refining capacity is in China. As for cobalt, its unsavory reputation is such that automakers are trying to eliminate it from the equation altogether. “Panasonic has already established the technology to produce cobalt-free batteries, and it is expected to be commercialized within the next two to three years,” Mikolajczak said. Recycling battery cells is also imperative, not only to avoid the environmental damage of junking them, but also as a source of raw materials. Redwood Materials, the battery recycling venture founded by former Tesla CTO JB Straubel, is a pioneer in this field, and is working to establish a circular supply chain for cells. “The largest lithium mine is in the junk drawers of America,” Straubel recently quipped. === This article originally appeared in Charged. Author: Charles Morris. Source: Transport Dive
- Drag Race: Tesla Model Y takes on the Mustang Shelby GT500by Iqtidar Ali on 2. april 2021 at 14:42
Edmunds recently bought a Tesla Model Y Performance and it seems like they’re excited to race it against some fierce internal combustion engine (ICE) cars out there. This time around, a Ford Mustang Shelby GT 500 gets a chance to test its muscle car street cred against the all-electric silent but intense Model Y. Above: Tesla Model Y Performance and Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 getting ready for a drag race (Source: Edmunds / YouTube) This classic American muscle car from Ford has evolved into a modern-day street and drag racer. Yet even against the slowest Tesla performance variant, the Mustang lags behind. Model Y Performance has the slowest 0-60 mph time of 3.5 seconds among all the Tesla performance variants, but it still shames the ICE racing icon. Let’s compare both cars via their performance specs to understand their potential and varied capabilities on the dragstrip. Above: Tesla Model Y Performance vs. Ford Mustang Shelby GT specs comparison (Data Source: Manufacturer specs, Car and Driver) The Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 looks promising on the spec sheet compared to the Tesla Model Y Performance. That said, it still has trouble proving itself in a real world drag race. Perhaps factors like Tesla’s instant torque and ultra-quick acceleration made it a clear winner in these races. An ICE car like the Shelby GT500 has become more of a showpiece than drag race nemesis in the age of Teslas. But ICE drivers still brazenly challenge Tesla owners in street and drag races. One such cocky Mustang owner challenged Model 3 Performance owner Kim Paquette only to face down (embarrassingly on Twitter) the blistering-fast 0-60 time of 3.2 seconds from the Tesla. Above: There’s still widespread ignorance from some who must assume all EVs are just golf carts — ummm, guess again (Source: Kim Paquette / Twitter) When I shared a street race video back in 2019, showing a Tesla Model 3 leaving a Mustang far behind in the rear-view mirror, many Mustang enthusiasts said that it was not a fair race, the Mustang owner didn’t use launch control, blah, blah, blah. Now a fair-and-square race is right in front of us — the instant torque and acceleration of the all-electric Tesla is simply superior to the fossil-fuel powered ICE-mobile. Video: Tesla Model Y Performance vs. Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 drag race (YouTube: Edmunds) Besides gas emissions, the Mustang Shelby GT500 costs a whopping $13,000 more. And the Model Y doesn’t need some elaborate launch control system to take off — just floor the accelerator and (pretty quickly) you’ll be the winner. In the 21st century, the old icons are now dinosaurs (sipping dinosaur juice). In their place, some new icons have arrived — luckily Ford is catching up with the times and are going electric now with the impressive Mustang Mach-E. We can’t wait to see how the Mach-E fares on the track racing against competitors ranging from Tesla to ICE-age speed demons alike. === Written by: Iqtidar Ali. An earlier version of this article was originally published on Tesla Oracle.
- A new account of the deepest roots of Teslaby Charles Morris on 1. april 2021 at 12:55
The rise of Tesla is the most fascinating business story of the 21st century, and for me the most interesting part has always been the early days, when a motley crew of multitalented engineer/entrepreneurs hatched a bold strategy to challenge the most powerful of industries. I devoted a lot of space to Tesla’s early days in my history of the company, but now Mark Vaughn has gone even further back, and shared some previously unheard stories from Tesla’s prehistory in an article for Autoweek. Flickr: davidgsteadman In 2003, Vaughn was testing cars at the California Speedway, and one day he got a call from Tom Gage, CEO of the pioneering EV firm AC Propulsion, asking if he could track-test a new car that he and his crew was working on. This turned out to be the tzero, which was named for t0, the mathematical symbol for a starting point in time. Little did anyone at the track that day realize that this bright yellow two-seat roadster would be the starting point of a far-reaching technological transition. Or was it? Vaughn takes us even further back in time, to a little kit car made in Brighton, Michigan by an engineer named Dave Piontek. The Sportech, which was powered by a motorcycle engine, had a curb weight of 1,100 pounds and up to 250 hp, giving it “an absurd power-to-weight ratio of 4.4 pounds per hp.” “It was a hell of a lot of fun,” Piontek, now retired and driving a motor home around Florida, told Vaughn. “I completed the original car in 1989. I painted it in my garage, I literally did probably 90% of the work myself. That car hauled ass!” Piontek eventually built seven cars, one of which made its way to Dr. John Fagan, a professor of electrical engineering and computer science at the University of Oklahoma, around 1997. Paul Carosa, who was AC Propulsion’s VP of Engineering, told me that Fagan was the one who originated the idea to build the tzero. “They did their own version of this little electric sports car that was based on a vehicle called the Piontek. [AC Propulsion founder] Alan Cocconi and I were intrigued by the idea, and we bought one of these vehicles from Piontek.” Fagan put one of AC Propulsion’s electric drivetrains into his Piontek Sportech, and the result was no golf cart. “It was a badass drive,” Fagan told Mark Vaughn. “That thing had about three quarters the torque of a Tesla today.” Fagan tried to get a manufacturer to build the car, but was unsuccessful. However, his efforts inspired the mad scientists at AC Propulsion to build their own electric-powered Sportech at their shop in San Dimas, California. This was the first tzero, and the rest is history. YouTube: Evans Electric However, history, at least in the automotive and tech worlds, progresses through a series of many iterations. The original tzero had 28 lead-acid batteries, which weighed 1,000 pounds and were mounted in the vehicle’s sides. It was a cramped, heavy car with a range of only 60 miles. AC Propulsion’s second tzero prototype was powered by 6,800 laptop-style lithium-ion cells (cylindrical cells in the 18650 format). It was 700 pounds lighter than the original version, and had a range of about 300 miles. This was the car that Gage, Cocconi and company brought out to the California Speedway in 2003. “It was lacking interior amenities, fit and finish, and a lot of other things that a mass-produced, modern day car would have,” Mark Vaughn recalls. “It likely wouldn’t have passed any crash-test standards anywhere in the world, either, but it launched quicker than almost anything made and was nimble and tossable and basically felt like a race car, or at least a very lightweight sports car. It needed sorting in the suspension department; it was too easy to get to oversteer, and even after we played around with camber and tire pressures, it still needed some sorting. But that’s what engineers do, and they eventually figured it out.” Around this time, Martin Eberhard, a successful Silicon Valley entrepreneur who loved fast cars but was also concerned about the environment, had just gone through a divorce, and was looking to buy a sports car. He was already acquainted with Tom Gage, and he soon became intrigued by what was going on at AC Propulsion. Eberhard wanted to buy a tzero, but the AC Propulsion team had shifted their focus. “We realized that we couldn’t continue to make money, let alone meet crash test standards and the like [with the tzero] so we sort of changed gears and started developing the eBox, an EV conversion based on the Toyota Scion xB” Tom Gage told me. They ended up building 25 units of the eBox, which was “a very practical utilitarian vehicle,” but Eberhard had his eye on bigger things, and he knew that practicality wasn’t the attribute that would get people to change their perception of EVs. Now history really shifted into overdrive. Eberhard, joined by Marc Tarpenning, JB Straubel, Ian Wright and Elon Musk, used the tzero as the basis for the revolutionary Tesla Roadster. For the rest of the story, read Mark Vaughn’s Autoweek article (which includes some cool, never-before-seen photos), then read my book. It’s a fascinating tale, complete with conflicts, larger-than-life characters (not all of whom remember events the same way), near-death experiences, tragedy and triumph, and it’s far from over. At the heart of the story, of course, is a series of ever-evolving automobiles, and Tesla’s Plaid Model S is the latest link in a lineage that goes all the way back to Dave Piontek’s garage in Brighton, Michigan. === Written by: Charles Morris; Source: Autoweek
- Tesla highlights how its cars are Built for Safetyby Charles Morris on 31. marts 2021 at 13:18
Anti-Tesla headlines are a staple of the popular press, and many of these aim to give the impression that Tesla’s Autopilot system is unsafe. A humorous (or exasperating) recent example: a Florida Fox News affiliate ran a story with the following headline: “Sheriff: Tesla on autopilot backs into Florida deputy’s patrol car.” The facts of the story emerged a day later: Two teenage girls took a borrowed Tesla on an illicit trip. When they got pulled over, the underage driver slipped into the back seat and claimed that she hadn’t been driving—the car was on Autopilot. (The police officer was not fooled, his car was undamaged, and the unlicensed young adventuress was given a citation and held until her parents arrived. The TV station has not retracted its deceitful headline.) Above: Vehicles from Tesla are engineered for maximum safety (Source: Tesla) Of course, this is just one entertaining example of the tall tales purveyed by the press on a daily basis. For editors, Tesla equals clicks, so seemingly every minor fender-bender involving a Tesla is trumpeted under headlines that mention Autopilot, and the articles seldom mention context such as the automaker’s stellar safety ratings or its comparatively low rate of accidents and injuries. In order to articulate its side of the story, Tesla has added a new section to its web site, called Built for Safety. The new page highlights the steps Tesla takes to make its vehicles as safe as possible, and also describes some of the inherent features of electric vehicles that make them safer in some ways than legacy vehicles (among other things, the lower center of gravity reduces the risk of rollovers, and the lack of an engine in the front provides a larger crumple zone in frontal collisions). CleanTechnica’s Jennifer Sensiba described Tesla’s new Built for Safety page in a recent article, which includes links to several other recent pieces in which she debunked some of the FUD extolled by what she calls the Church of Automotive Safety (so named because they expect online souls to take their anti-Tesla assertions on faith, without providing any facts to back them up). The new section includes detailed descriptions of Tesla’s various safety features. A hardware and software suite, including an array of cameras and ultrasonic sensors, gives the vehicle’s central computer a picture of its surroundings, which enables active safety features such as automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, blind spot warning and lane departure avoidance. Over-the-air software updates allow Tesla to improve its safety features over time, and to introduce new ones. Above: A look at Tesla’s in-house crash lab (Source: Tesla) The Built for Safety page helpfully points out that every one of Tesla’s current vehicles has earned a 5-Star Safety Rating (both overall and in every individual category) from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Also available on the site is a detailed Vehicle Safety Report, which includes quarterly statistics about accidents and fires. For example, Tesla’s summary of safety-related incidents for the fourth quarter of 2020 reads: In the 4th quarter, we registered one accident for every 3.45 million miles driven in which drivers had Autopilot engaged. For those driving without Autopilot but with our active safety features, we registered one accident for every 2.05 million miles driven. For those driving without Autopilot and without our active safety features, we registered one accident for every 1.27 million miles driven. By comparison, NHTSA’s most recent data shows that in the United States there is an automobile crash every 484,000 miles. Of course, all vehicles can crash, and reasonable minds may disagree about whether self-driving automobiles will be safer—Tesla’s figures certainly support the assertion that its existing autonomy features increase safety, but the debate won’t truly be resolved until there are a lot more self-driving vehicles on the road. === Written by: Charles Morris; Source: CleanTechnica
- New cuts in UK electric vehicle incentives exclude Tesla from grantsby Charles Morris on 30. marts 2021 at 12:54
The UK government has implemented a number of policies to encourage drivers to go electric. However, what the inscrutable powers that be give with one hand, they often take away with the other. Auto industry groups and media observers were unpleasantly surprised by the government’s recent decision to cut back its existing grants for EV purchases. Above: Tesla’s Model 3 (Source: EVANNEX; Photo by Casey Murphy) The Department for Transport plans to reduce the grant from £3,000 to £2,500, and to lower the price limit for eligibility from £50,000 to £35,000. The change in eligibility is bad news for Tesla, whose Model 3, currently priced around £40,500, has consistently been the country’s best-selling EV. Several upcoming models, including Ford’s Mustang Mach-E, will not be covered either. The government made it clear that it is targeting Tesla and other higher-priced brands. “We’re ending the Tesla subsidy. Taxpayers should not be subsidising people to buy £50,000 cars,” a government spokesperson told The Times. The plug-in car grant was introduced a decade ago. Since 2018, it has periodically been reduced from its original level of £5,000. The government argues that, with battery prices falling and a range of cheaper EVs coming onto the market, reducing the scope of the grant will allow the available funding to go further. “The increasing choice of new vehicles, growing demand from customers, and rapidly rising number of charge points means that while the level of funding remains as high as ever, given soaring demand, we are re-focusing our vehicle grants on the more affordable zero-emission vehicles,” said Transport minister Rachel Maclean. Auto manufacturers are not amused. The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) said the decision works against the government’s goal of encouraging EV adoption. “This sends the wrong message to the consumer, especially private customers, and to an industry challenged to meet the government’s ambition to be a world leader in the transition to zero-emission mobility,” said SMMT chief executive Mike Hawes. Ford of Britain said the grant cut was “disappointing,” and “not conducive to supporting the zero-emissions future we all desire.” “Robust incentives—both purchase and usage incentives—that are consistent over time are essential if we are to encourage consumers to adopt new technologies,” Ford of Britain Chairman Graham Hoare said. === This article originally appeared in Charged. Author: Charles Morris. Sources: BBC, Electrek, The Times
- Is Elon Musk becoming ‘Technoking’ of the universe?by Matt Pressman on 29. marts 2021 at 13:50
Recently, the internet was abuzz with news that Elon Musk had changed his title to “Technoking of Tesla” according to the company’s latest regulatory filing with the SEC. With Musk’s tech prowess on full display at some of his other companies (e.g. SpaceX) — could Elon soon be Technoking of the Universe? Above: Tesla’s new ‘Technoking’ (Flickr: Steve Jurvetson) Hold up. Before we get too grandiose, it’s worth noting that “Silicon Valley companies have previously used fanciful language to describe workers’ roles. For years, some companies have used terms such as ‘guru,’ ‘jedi’ or ‘ninja’ to color job descriptions that involve expertise or mental agility. Other colorful titles to emerge include chief happiness officer, chief futurist and chief digital evangelist,” according to the Wall Street Journal. And this could just be another of Musk’s “cheeky provocations” compared to other “corporate leaders [who] conform to a narrow,” conservative PR approach according to WSJ. After all, Tesla also named their Chief Financial Officer, Zach Kirkhorn, the company’s (ahem) “Master of Coin.” To state the obvious, Elon doesn’t fit “the mold of big-company CEOs who make carefully worded public statements… Mr. Musk often posts Twitter messages with freewheeling thoughts about subjects ranging from Tesla’s [latest news] to science-fiction topics and online memes.” Okay, another possibility? “Mr. Musk’s new title could be intended to reflect Tesla’s view that it is [the] source of technology disruption over the long term, Wedbush analyst Daniel Ives wrote in a research memo, pointing to the company’s autonomous-driving work and its strides in battery technology,” reports the Journal. A Wall Street analyst, like Ives, gets paid to pontificate on matters such as Musk’s new job title. But it’s probably not all that serious. According to the SEC filing, Musk will still maintain his position as CEO at Tesla. That said, Mr. Musk is also doing some exciting things as CEO of SpaceX too. Who knows? If things keep progressing with SpaceX’s Starship, Musk could soon expand his job title (and reach) well beyond earth. === Source: Wall Street Journal
- Tesla and Lucid: The similarities and differencesby Matt Pressman on 28. marts 2021 at 11:51
Legacy automakers are beginning to introduce new electric vehicles. So far however, they’ve been unable to catch up to Tesla in the EV race. That said, there are a number of startups going all-in on electric cars. Many of these new EV automakers don’t have the “heavy baggage” (aka stranded assets) associated with manufacturing internal combustion engine cars. Source: Lucid / EVANNEX It turns out that one of these new EV automakers, Lucid, has been making some noise. But can Lucid really compare to Tesla? According to CNBC, “Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson is following his former boss Elon Musk’s playbook when it comes to production, some technology, dealerships and service. But it’s charting a different path on electric-vehicle charging stations, automated driving systems and advertising.” So let’s take a closer look at some of the similarities (and differences) between Lucid and Tesla. “Unlike some newer electric-vehicle companies, Lucid plans to manufacture all of its vehicles in-house, like Tesla does today,” reports CNBC. And, on the battery front, both companies are working with LG Chem. But Tesla has a much longer list of battery suppliers including Panasonic, Samsung, and CATL as well. How about a propriety charging platform like Tesla’s Supercharger network? Considering this, Rawlinson said, “Do we want to have the capital burden of a fast charging network? No, we can go asset light in that. That’s where we can save money.” Instead of their own charging network, Lucid has chosen to partner with the Volkswagen-owned charging network Electrify America. How about self-driving tech? Tesla’s Elon Musk famously called lidar, or light ranging and detection sensors, “a fool’s errand.” In contrast, Lucid has chosen to use lidar in its sensor suite for advanced driver-assist systems. “Do we think that lidar should be part of the sensor suite for (autonomous vehicles)? Yes, we do,” Rawlinson says. There are some similarities between Lucid and Tesla when it comes to direct-to-consumer sales in lieu of selling through traditional franchise dealerships. To that end, CNBC reports, “Lucid already has six retail locations open in California and Florida. It plans to operate 20 retail locations and service centers in North America by the end of this year.” While the sales platform may look somewhat similar, the marketing approach does not. Tesla doesn’t do traditional advertising. “Lucid, by contrast, ran a national television campaign from Dec. 25 through the end of January for the Air to generate awareness of the company and vehicle,” according to CNBC. “I thought, well, dammit, we’re going to have to [advertise] because we couldn’t get the message out,” Rawlinson said. “So, we had a little foray into that, and I think that’s been quite positive. So, I don’t rule that out just because Tesla doesn’t do it.” Okay, what about vehicle pricing? Well, at this stage, Lucid has “sold out” of the first 500 of its Air luxury sedan which goes for a whopping $169,000. Will Lucid ever go the more affordable route? Although prices will come down over time, we’re not sure precisely how much at this stage. “In the longer and the fuller timescale, do we actually make a $25,000 car like Tesla’s planning to do with its Model 2?” Rawlinson said. “My view is, as a company, I think we’re probably seven or eight years away from being able to contemplate something like that. That’s a huge undertaking.” === Source: CNBC
- Can these electric vehicle startups grow to giant size twice as quickly as Tesla did?by Charles Morris on 26. marts 2021 at 10:05
Small companies grow into medium-size companies, and some swell into “megafirms,” “giants,” or even “behemoths.” Some puff up into members of feared groups of global power brokers, like the Big Three, the Seven Sisters, Big Auto or Big Tech. This process has been going on since the dawn of capitalism and, like everything else in this crazy world, it is accelerating. Back in the good old Victorian era, it took a generation or two to become a Robber Baron. Nowadays, any self-respecting Stanford grad expects to reach Master of the Universe status in less than a decade. Source: Ivan Radic / Flickr The quickest evolution from cheered underdog to hated overlord was that of Google, which took only eight years to reach $10 billion in sales. That’s the current record for a US startup, but records are made for breaking. As a recent article in the Wall Street Journal reports, several electric vehicle companies are hoping to ride the current SPAC frenzy and leap to large-company status in only a few years. As writer Eliot Brown tells us, the largest corporate cojones belong to Faraday Future, Arrival Group and Fisker, each of which has announced ambitions to reach the milestone of $10 billion in revenue within three years of launching production. Israeli EV component supplier Ree Automotive and flying-car maker Archer Aviation are playing it safe—they plan to hit the $10-billion mark in a stately seven years. All of these companies (and dozens of others) have gone public, or are in the process of doing so, by merging with special-purpose acquisition companies (SPACs). At least 10 EV or battery companies in the SPAC pipeline have been valued at figures in the billions before earning any revenue. Source: Wall Street Journal Going public via a SPAC is the fashionable alternative these days because it involves less stringent regulatory requirements than following the more traditional IPO route. The SPAC track apparently also offers more opportunity for hubris and hype—the regulations that govern IPOs discourage such projections of spectacular growth. As Brown notes, with considerable understatement, many analysts believe the rosy forecasts are unrealistic. Some of these cite the uncertainty of demand for EVs, but the most cogent objection concerns the difficulty of building a manufacturing operation and supply chain. Gavin Baker, an early investor in Tesla when he was a Portfolio Manager at Fidelity Investments, points out that some of these up-and-coming companies are predicting that they’ll be able to ramp up production two or three times faster than Tesla did after it launched Model S. “It is easy to make PowerPoint slides; it’s relatively easy to make a few prototypes that look good and drive well,” Mr. Baker told the WSJ. “It’s mass producing high-quality, reliable cars that’s hard.” YouTube: Faraday Future That won’t be news to anyone at Tesla, which suffered near-death experiences during the production ramps of the Roadster, Model X and Model 3. Nonetheless, according to the WSJ it took the EV trendsetter only about 11 years from the time of its first sales to reach $10 billion in revenue. Tesla’s rapid growth is all the more remarkable when you consider some of the other famous names that have hit 10 billion in a similar timeframe: Uber (9 years); Facebook (10.5 years) and Amazon (12 years). These companies sell web- or app-based services, not precision hardware that has to travel at highway speeds and last for a decade. Several other would-be automakers that started up around the same time as Tesla, including Coda, Aptera (now reborn), and the first iteration of Fisker, quickly went bust. Others have come and gone since. More will follow. === Written by: Charles Morris; Source: Wall Street Journal
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- Footwell Light Model 3 SR+by /u/Gjallarhorn_Lost on 21. april 2021 at 07:05
Instead of having to hack the car to add footwell lights, maybe Tesla or some entrepreneur online could create a tiny portable led light that could be placed over the footwell light. Battery powered, of course. The led light would shut off when it detects daylight or no motion. Perhaps combine a magnet with some 3M tape to hold the light in place. Using a magnet makes it easier to remove the light to charge it. And I receive a five percent cut of the profits for the idea. Lol. submitted by /u/Gjallarhorn_Lost [link] [comments]
- Model Y auto dimming rear view mirror is too dark at nightby /u/spikebrain on 21. april 2021 at 04:32
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- There seems to have been a lot of complaining here lately. Here is a story about how awesome Tesla was today.by /u/Raspberries-Are-Evil on 21. april 2021 at 03:47
My Model 3 (2018 LR) has been having an issue with very bad grinding and squealing of the brakes. Mobile tech came out last week and gave me some bullshit about dust (I am in Arizona so we do have a lot of dust) on the brakes because I use regen and hardly use the brakes ever. He had me drive to 30 mph and brake hard to “burn it off.” It seemed to work. Next morning the problem was back. I took it to the service center this morning. They had a nice Model S loaner ready. They explained the brakes wear and tear and its not warranty, but, they would inspect and find the source of the problem. I asked them to call before doing any work. If I needed new brake pads etc, I would take it somewhere much cheaper than they are. Got a call- tech says I had a problem with my rotor- and they replaced it free of charge. Picked up my car and it was nice and silent! Thanks Tesla SC in Scottsdale, AZ for providing amazing customer care and taking care of my ride! submitted by /u/Raspberries-Are-Evil [link] [comments]
- Just reupholstered my center console!by /u/m4d_jad on 21. april 2021 at 02:14
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- Questions about regen braking. How do you come to a complete stop in time?by /u/devsfan1830 on 21. april 2021 at 01:31
EDIT: I now have plenty of of helpful feedback. Thanks to everyone who commented below. Cant wait to get my hands on a Tesla in fall 2022. So as I’m looking at getting my first Tesla, a Model Y, in 2022 im jusy wondering how differently regen braking and one pedal driving works from traditional braking. How exactly do you actually hit your mark when stopping? The LAST thing i want to do when first getting it is misjudging and rear ending someone. I take it i will likely make heavy use of traditional brakes as I get used to it? submitted by /u/devsfan1830 [link] [comments]
- What do you do with your keys?by /u/Crazy_Drago on 21. april 2021 at 01:09
What does everyone do with their keys, since you don’t have to worry about a car key or key fob? I only have two physical keys, one for my house, one for my girlfriend’s. Without a key fob I hate carrying around only two keys. I bought one of these but it’s just a bit too bulky and bends some of my cards. I was excited to lose the key and key fob but now I don’t know where to store my other two keys. submitted by /u/Crazy_Drago [link] [comments]
- No way to keep FSD going at turned off traffic lightsby /u/derfruchtkatze on 20. april 2021 at 21:47
I’m driving in Germany, and it’s fairly common for traffic lights to be turned off at night/sundays in less busy areas. FSD however insists on stopping at those, and ignores the usual “confirmation” signal for green lights. Does this happen to others too? Does anyone have connections to the SW team they could point this issue out to? Cheers Edited for typo submitted by /u/derfruchtkatze [link] [comments]
- Austin Energy Level 2 Rebateby /u/ItsAboveMeNow on 20. april 2021 at 20:31
https://austinenergy.com/ae/green-power/plug-in-austin/home-charging/ev-home-rebate TLDR, Austin Energy is providing a 50% rebate for all home installed L2 Chargers. My question is, would a NEMA14-50 outlet and a Mobile Connector (I would buy a 2nd one specifically for the garage) count as a Level 2 Charger? I probably will still go with a HPWC (500 vs 275), but just wanted to see what my options were. Any Austin-ites have experience with this rebate? submitted by /u/ItsAboveMeNow [link] [comments]
- Louisiana attempting to shut down New Orleans service centerby /u/shellacr on 20. april 2021 at 19:52
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- New FSD Beta rendering coming. Always cool to see what the car is thinking.by /u/mineNombies on 20. april 2021 at 19:36
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- No regenerative breaking since 2021.4.15 updateby /u/ScubySean on 20. april 2021 at 19:15
Driving a 2020 M3 LR. Ever since updating to 2021.4.15 five days ago my regenerative breaking has been limited 100%. It has been in the 60°Fs all week and was 78°F out today and I drove 20 miles home from work with no regen breaking. I’ve restarted the computer and messed with settings to no avail. I am hesitant to call out service to my house if there is a simple fix I am missing. submitted by /u/ScubySean [link] [comments]
- 2014 Model S – Catastrophic Battery Failureby /u/Feidhlim77 on 20. april 2021 at 17:38
Hi All I woke one morning last week to a car with zero battery % and it was so dead, the charge port would not open. Couple of days later Tesla confirm it was a complete battery failure which is covered under warranty. Mileage was 118k km for those interested. I’m told it will take 3 weeks to replace. Couple of questions: Tesla are not providing a loaner car (Ireland). Is this standard? The car is 85kw battery. Do Tesla have these in stock or so we get a new / reconditioned battery? 3 week timeline. Anyone else with experience if that’s accurate? What is the warranty on the battery when it’s replaced? (I’ll be checking when I get the car back anyway) I’m considering a trade in, should I ask Tesla for a quote before the battery is replaced? Would they consider the replacement cost and try to make it worth my while to trade in? Thanks! Edit: mileage is not 118km, it’s 118k km submitted by /u/Feidhlim77 [link] [comments]
- how long can you defer delivery?by /u/allenshi on 20. april 2021 at 16:00
Hi everyone…. i wasn’t able to find the answer to this question… i’m looking to purchasing the MY and with the tax credit in the works. i would like to lock in the current price but i want to defer delivery as long as possible in the case that they approve the tax credit. with that said how long can i defer for? Also assuming the 100 dollar reservation is not the date they consider the purchase date. Sorry if this question has been asked multiple times submitted by /u/allenshi [link] [comments]
- Feature Request Megathreadby /u/AutoModerator on 20. april 2021 at 13:00
Hey Everyone! If you could, try to format feature requests by model if needed, with a small description and scenario. Also, while trying to keep it realistic within the software realm and currently known hardware realm. These will post every 2 weeks. submitted by /u/AutoModerator [link] [comments]
- Since I’m the only Tesla owner at my job with 100s of employees, I keep having to hear about “the accident” non-stop, and it’s really annoying.by /u/Ragnaroknight on 20. april 2021 at 12:52
Look I don’t really care how true or not true the events that reported are(and I’m sure they most likely aren’t reported accurately). What really annoys me is why is it such a big deal in the first place. I don’t mean that to be insensitive to the victims or their families. It’s always very disheartening to hear that people lost their lives in car accidents. But do people not understand how many people die in car accidents every single day in the U.S. alone? And this is just one incident. But because it was a Tesla, this one time, it was a big enough deal to make national news for some reason, and all of these unfounded rumors keep spreading without any deep investigation. It just goes to show you how much people have it put for Tesla and EVs in general and how much joy they get from hearing about the potential rare failures they have. These people don’t care about the lives lost in these accidents, it’s all about pushing an anti-EV “haha I told you so” agenda. And it’s incredibly ridiculous and annoying. Like somehow people just feel so vindicated knowing they still drive an ICE because 2 people got killed in an accident in a Tesla. Tons of misinformation, tons of people who have no idea how a Tesla or Autopilot even works. And people just completely ready to be smug about this incident. So weird. I don’t get it. submitted by /u/Ragnaroknight [link] [comments]
- Daily Discussion, Question and Answer, Experiences, and Support Threadby /u/AutoModerator on 20. april 2021 at 10:00
If you are new here (or even if you’re not), please skim through our Rules to get more familiarity on potential updates or changes and what to expect. Use this recurring thread for Q&A, sharing your ownership/service experiences, general vehicle assistance, today’s topics, sightings, customization, shop item discussions, etc. Have a curiosity or concern? Displayed/Rated Range | Tesla Support | Winter Driving | Software Updates + Megathreads Useful sites for vehicle management, software tracking, trip planning, and more Teslascope | TeslaFi | EV-FW | Teslabout | Optiwatt | Useful Sites Wiki Vehicle Manuals – U.S. Model S | Model 3 | Model X | Model Y NEW – Model 3 Video Manuals Resources: Rules Gigathread – Recent Highlights and Links Popular Accessories r/AutoDetailing – Cleaning/detailing tips Discord Live Chat Subreddit Wiki Tesla Vehicle History Comparisons Print a Shareable Card made by u/backstreetatnight + u/110110 Please be kind, genuine, and welcoming. If you want to share a photo, you can easily create an image post on Imgur and include it in your comment. Find past discussions here. If you are new and your comments get removed due to low karma, mods will often approve your comments to help you grow necessary karma. If you have any suggestions on how to enhance the daily threads, resources, or community as a whole, please reach out to Modmail. submitted by /u/AutoModerator [link] [comments]
- Ok all. BMW lease expiring in Aug. Test drove a Model Y and loved it. Can you give me the skinny on what to expect?by /u/ash_bel on 20. april 2021 at 03:46
need a family car probably go full autonomous after initial purchase (for the cc points) live in so cal any way to get a “better deal”? been hearing a lot about hidden costs insurance in Los Angeles??? (Clean record, 40s, higher education – if they give discount for that??) any dealership “better” in LA area?? which rims?? 😂 which tires are more affordable? Hubcaps on the standard!??? Ugh help me push that button…. submitted by /u/ash_bel [link] [comments]
- The Tesla that crashed in Texas did not “burn out of control for four hours”by /u/skpl on 20. april 2021 at 02:50
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- Test drove a Taycan 4S – Disappointed compared to Tesla!by /u/Real_Bob on 20. april 2021 at 00:51
I currently drive a 2019 Tesla Model 3 LR AWD as a daily driver and although I love the car, I wanted something a bit more unique, but with the same “electric driving experience.” What this means to me is smooth, fast, effortless acceleration. A little about me: I race cars and motorcycles at the track (expert level), so I have a good feel for cars and bikes. I’ve owned BMW M-cars for about 20-years before switching to Tesla. Now, everything other than electric (on the street) feels kind of clunky. Speaking only of daily drivers, not ‘weekend/track’ type cars. I went to the Porsche dealer to check out the Taycan 4S with a starting MSRP of ~$104k and this one was optioned out to around $135k. As you may ascertain by the title, it was very disappointing. The car is beautiful to look at, I was drooling over it and was ready to order one. However, the driving experience left much to be desired. The steering was a bit sloppy compared to my Model 3. The accelerator wasn’t as ‘connected’ to my right foot. It wasn’t as smooth as I expected it to be. The car has a transmission and you can feel it. There are downshifts when you step on the accelerator. Transition between no throttle and part throttle was choppy, like a non-electric. Regen was weak to non-existent. I couldn’t figure out a way to disable creep mode. When reverse-parking, visibility out the back was bad and the backup camera was so warpy, it was practically useless. In a $100k+ car, that’s inexcusable! The user interface was all touch with haptic feedback, but it failed to register clicks when trying to adjust the A/C. Parts of the interior were plasticky. Visibility of the dash behind the steering wheel was limited. Rear seating was tight for such a large car. I didn’t test the sound system nor put it through too many paces, because the drivability was so rough and I came away disappointed knowing that it’s not the right car for me. Next step is to try out the Audi E-Tron GT when it’s released, but something tells me it’ll be similar (based on the same platform). If it is, I’ll most likely be waiting for the Roadster 2. I’m curious if anyone else had a similar (or different) experience. Maybe I just didn’t find all the ways to configure the car better? Looking for input. Thank you! ** EDIT: Taycan has a transmission, which I forgot about, but didn’t expect to feel it so much. submitted by /u/Real_Bob [link] [comments]
- FSD is removed for auction vehicles. FSD doesn’t follow owner, doesn’t follow VIN? Thoughts? (Screenshot taken from local Tesla club member)by /u/pjkaaihue on 19. april 2021 at 22:25
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- AP not enabled in Texas crashby /u/RobDickinson on 19. april 2021 at 21:25
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- Tesla Q1 2021 Earnings Q&Aby /u/infestdead on 19. april 2021 at 21:18
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- Does somebody want to explain to me how You could even engage AP here, much less get it to go above 30mph?by /u/mineNombies on 19. april 2021 at 20:30
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- Tesla Model S Original Aero Wheels Revivedby /u/TeslaBargain on 19. april 2021 at 16:36
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- Toyota just explained how yoke steering wheel will workby /u/laplasz on 19. april 2021 at 12:16
“Toyota’s explanation as to why it also changed the steering wheel for a yoke with the steer-by-wire is simple: with the system, that no longer has a physical connection between the helm and the wheels, the driver will need to apply a lot less lock to make the car to turn, thus eliminating the need to take their hands off the steering wheel when negotiating tighter turns.” for me this explains how Tesla model S/X system will probably work – and this direction from Toyota validates Tesla’s approach. source: https://insideevs.com/news/501835/toyota-bz4x-yoke-steering-wheel/ submitted by /u/laplasz [link] [comments]
Ride the Lightning – Tesla Motors Unofficial Podcast
- Episode 298: Cybertruck Visits Giga Texasby Ryan McCaffrey on 18. april 2021 at 13:00
The Cybertruck visits Giga Texas – the very place that will soon build it, Elon Musk gives an update on the availability of the FSD beta download button AND an explanation of why they’re switching to a vision-only system, Tesla sets a date for its next quarterly earnings call, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code RTL), please use my referral link: https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 297: World-Record 98-Stall Supercharger Is Comingby Ryan McCaffrey on 11. april 2021 at 13:00
Supercharger stations are getting bigger and bigger (including a world-record upgrade at an existing station), Supercharger rates in California see a strategic decrease, a bit of new info on the Tesla Semi, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code RTL), please use my referral link: https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 296: Tesla Crushes Q1 Delivery Expectationsby Ryan McCaffrey on 4. april 2021 at 13:00
Tesla didn’t just have a great first quarter – they set another all-time company record for most deliveries in a quarter. Plus: Autopilot boss Andrej Karpathy talks FSD in a new interview, Elon Musk sets an ambitious production goal for 2021, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code RTL), please use my referral link: https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 295: Cybertruck Won’t Have Door Handles?!by Ryan McCaffrey on 28. marts 2021 at 13:00
The new Model S finally starts to get out into the wild, and we now know more about Tesla’s next-gen “Smart Shifter” feature. Plus: I reminisce about the five-year anniversary of the Model 3’s unveiling, Elon Musk says something interesting about the Cybertruck’s doors, you can now purchase a Tesla using Bitcoin, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code RTL), please use my referral link: https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 294: One Step Closer to Cybertruck Factory Deliveriesby Ryan McCaffrey on 21. marts 2021 at 13:00
Texas takes its first formal step towards legalizing the direct sales of Tesla vehicles — and thus also allowing factory deliveries of Cybertrucks from Giga Texas. Plus: Tesla Tequila comes back in stock…but only for a brief moment, Elon Musk has a new title at Tesla, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code RTL), please use my referral link: https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 293: FSD Beta Program Excitement Continuesby Ryan McCaffrey on 14. marts 2021 at 13:00
The FSD beta continues its crazy rollout as Tesla announces a new plan to bring willing new testers into the program. Plus: Elon gives an update on when we might see the final design tweaks to the Cybertruck, Model S Plaid+ gets a price increase AND a delay, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code RTL), please use my referral link if you don’t mind! https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://everyamp.com/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 292: FSD’s Release Window Narrowsby Ryan McCaffrey on 7. marts 2021 at 14:00
Elon Musk gives an update on when we should finally see the rollout of the city-streets Full Self-Driving package as well as the subscription option. Plus: Tesla draws up plans for a new largest Supercharger in North America, an important service bulletin goes out for all 2020 and 2021 Model 3 and Model Y, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a newly redesigned Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code “ridethelightning” without the quotes), please use my referral link if you don’t mind! https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://livingtesla.com/shop/ref/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 291: Standard Range Model Y Discontinuedby Ryan McCaffrey on 28. februar 2021 at 14:00
Tesla surprises everyone by taking the brand-new Standard Range Model Y off the menu just a month after it was added. Plus: Tesla has insane EV market share in 2020, your in-car preferences may soon follow you to any other Teslas you happen to drive, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a newly redesigned Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code “ridethelightning” without the quotes), please use my referral link if you don’t mind! https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://livingtesla.com/shop/ref/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 290: Elon Talks Cybertruck, Roadster, and Moreby Ryan McCaffrey on 21. februar 2021 at 14:00
Elon Musk shares some interesting new details on the Cybertruck and Roadster on the Joe Rogan Podcast, Tesla may have its next Gigafactory location picked out, the Tesla community helps out the local animal population at one of the world’s biggest Supercharger sites, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. Also, get all kinds of awesome new Tesla accessories at https://shop.teslarati.com/RTL P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a newly redesigned Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code “ridethelightning” without the quotes), please use my referral link if you don’t mind! https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://livingtesla.com/shop/ref/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 289: The $25k Tesla Will Be Revealed…This Year!?by Ryan McCaffrey on 14. februar 2021 at 14:00
The so-called “Model 2”, aka the $25,000 Tesla, could be revealed even sooner than we thought. Plus: the new United States presidential administration wants to go electric in a big way, Enhanced Autopilot is back on the menu…in Europe, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. Also, get all kinds of awesome new Tesla accessories at https://shop.teslarati.com/RTL P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a newly redesigned Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code “ridethelightning” without the quotes), please use my referral link if you don’t mind! https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://livingtesla.com/shop/ref/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 288: Special Guest: Marques ‘MKBHD’ Brownleeby Ryan McCaffrey on 7. februar 2021 at 14:00
Top tech YouTuber and Model S owner Marques Brownlee, aka MKBHD, stops by to talk about his Tesla life as well as the recent Plaid Model S news. The interview starts at the 28:53 mark. Plus: automotive teardown expert Sandy Munro sits down with Elon Musk, a new Tesla Semi prototype is spotted in the wild, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. Also, get your high-quality Model Y 3D MAXpider all-weather floor mats at https://shop.teslarati.com/RTL P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a newly redesigned Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code “ridethelightning” without the quotes), please use my referral link if you don’t mind! https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://livingtesla.com/shop/ref/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 287: Model S & X Refresh Is Official + Q4 Earnings Call Recapby Ryan McCaffrey on 31. januar 2021 at 14:00
Tesla holds their Q4 earnings call, and I’ve got all the big news and analysis from what they reported — including, yes, the long-awaited refresh of the Model S and Model X. There are some big surprises to discuss! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. Also, get your high-quality Model Y 3D MAXpider all-weather floor mats at https://shop.teslarati.com/RTL P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a newly redesigned Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code “ridethelightning” without the quotes), please use my referral link if you don’t mind! https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://livingtesla.com/shop/ref/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 286: Is This Long-Awaited Model 3 Feature Finally Imminent?by Ryan McCaffrey on 24. januar 2021 at 14:00
Tesla extends its agreement with world-renowned battery researcher Dr. Jeff Dahn, Sandy Munro has mixed reactions to a teardown of a brand-new 2021 Model 3, some great news for owners of older Model S’s and X’s, a long-awaited option might finally be on the way to Model 3, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. Also, get your outstanding Model Y 3D MAXpider all-weather floor mats at https://shop.teslarati.com/RTL P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a newly redesigned Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code “ridethelightning” without the quotes), please use my referral link if you don’t mind! https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://livingtesla.com/shop/ref/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 285: Tesla: Where 5-Star Safety Is S3XYby Ryan McCaffrey on 17. januar 2021 at 14:00
The Model Y becomes the latest Tesla to ace its crash test in every category, a FUD-fueled attempt to drag Tesla’s reputation and stock price down comes up empty, more Tesla models finally get a heated steering wheel, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a newly redesigned Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code “ridethelightning” without the quotes), please use my referral link if you don’t mind! https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://livingtesla.com/shop/ref/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 284: Model Y Gets Unexpected Surprise + Expected 7-Seaterby Ryan McCaffrey on 10. januar 2021 at 14:00
The Model Y gets more affordable in the form of a Standard Range version and finally gets its 7-seater option. Plus: Tesla annihilates its previous record for vehicle deliveries in a quarter — and a year, a new nugget of info about the Tesla Semi’s Autopilot hardware setup, China takes back the record for biggest Supercharger in the world, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a newly redesigned Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code “ridethelightning” without the quotes), please use my referral link if you don’t mind! https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://livingtesla.com/shop/ref/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 283: Even More Model 3 and Model Y Changesby Ryan McCaffrey on 3. januar 2021 at 14:00
Made-in-China Model 3’s and Y’s get some new design tweaks, a few high-profile music services appear to be on the way soon, more cities are adding Teslas to their police fleets, my thoughts on the new in-car UI, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a newly redesigned Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code “ridethelightning” without the quotes), please use my referral link if you don’t mind! https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://livingtesla.com/shop/ref/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 282: My 2021 Tesla Predictionsby Ryan McCaffrey on 27. december 2020 at 14:00
It’s time for my annual Tesla New Year’s predictions of what I think will happen with each Tesla vehicle in the coming year. Plus: good news for those of you interested in the Full Self-Driving software package but not so interested in the $10k price tag, Jay Leno talks up Tesla on CNBC, the holiday software update rolls out to the fleet, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. Download the Tezlab app for free at http://tezlab.app/RTL P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a newly redesigned Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code “ridethelightning” without the quotes), please use my referral link if you don’t mind! https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://livingtesla.com/shop/ref/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 281: A Hint of the Model S and X Refresh?by Ryan McCaffrey on 20. december 2020 at 14:00
Could a planned shutdown of the Model S and X line in Fremont hint at the long-awaited refresh of Tesla’s two flagship cars? Plus: good news for those of you taking delivery on a new Tesla before the end of the year, England makes a pitch for a Tesla factory, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. Download the Tezlab app for free at http://tezlab.app/RTL P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a newly redesigned Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code “ridethelightning” without the quotes), please use my referral link if you don’t mind! https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://livingtesla.com/shop/ref/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 280: Two More Cool New Features Coming Soonby Ryan McCaffrey on 13. december 2020 at 14:00
Elon Musk discusses Tesla’s latest capital raise and more in an interview with the Wall Street Journal, Japan just became the latest country to set a ban on the sale of new ICE vehicles, Giga Shanghai shines again, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. Download the Tezlab app for free at http://tezlab.app/RTL P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a newly redesigned Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code “ridethelightning” without the quotes), please use my referral link if you don’t mind! https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://livingtesla.com/shop/ref/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 279: Where Is the 7-Seat Model Y?by Ryan McCaffrey on 6. december 2020 at 14:00
Elon Musk talks Tesla as he accepts an award in Germany. Plus: the Model Y gets closer to reality in China but the 7-seat Model Y is MIA in America, more evidence that 5G connections might show up in new Teslas soon, and much more in a crazy-busy news week! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. Download the Tezlab app for free at http://tezlab.app/RTL P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a newly redesigned Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code “ridethelightning” without the quotes), please use my referral link if you don’t mind! https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://livingtesla.com/shop/ref/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 278: Model S Gets Better…Againby Ryan McCaffrey on 29. november 2020 at 14:00
The Model S improves its range across the board yet again, the Tesla Semi is aiming even higher for its final top-end range, the mystery of which future Tesla vehicle Giga Berlin will be building is resolved, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. Download the Tezlab app for free at http://tezlab.app/RTL P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a newly redesigned Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code “ridethelightning” without the quotes), please use my referral link if you don’t mind! https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://livingtesla.com/shop/ref/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 277: Tesla Joins the S&P 500by Ryan McCaffrey on 22. november 2020 at 14:00
Tesla is finally added to the S&P 500 on the stock market, and the stock reacted to that very well. Plus: Elon Musk is hyped up about Tesla’s big holiday software update, the cheapest Model 3 appears to have gone away, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. Download the Tezlab app for free at http://tezlab.app/RTL P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a newly redesigned Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code “ridethelightning” without the quotes), please use my referral link if you don’t mind! https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://livingtesla.com/shop/ref/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 276: Tesla’s Supercharger Milestoneby Ryan McCaffrey on 15. november 2020 at 14:00
Tesla hits a big Supercharger milestone, Giga Shanghai continues to crush every goal thrown at them, a Model 3 joins the taxi fleet in New York City, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. Download the Tezlab app for free at http://tezlab.app/RTL P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a newly redesigned Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code “ridethelightning” without the quotes), please use my referral link if you don’t mind! https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://livingtesla.com/shop/ref/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 275: More Cybertruck Updates + Tesla Tequila Is Real!by Ryan McCaffrey on 8. november 2020 at 14:00
Elon Musk offers up a small update on the Cybertruck. He also makes good on his promise to offer “Teslaquila” and the results are shockingly impressive. Plus: 5G may be on its way to new-build Teslas sooner rather than later, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. Download the Tezlab app for free at http://tezlab.app/RTL P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a newly redesigned Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code “ridethelightning” without the quotes), please use my referral link if you don’t mind! https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://livingtesla.com/shop/ref/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
- Episode 274: Interesting Cybertruck Rumors…by Ryan McCaffrey on 1. november 2020 at 14:00
A source sends me some rather interesting rumors about the Cybertruck as it progresses through development – with a range rumor in particular having massive implications if it’s true. Plus: the Model 3 continues to get more efficient each model year, European Model Y buyers might not have to wait quite as long as they thought to get their cars, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a pledge. I’d be grateful. Every little bit helps! And don’t forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week’s show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. P.S. Get 15% off your first order at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. And if you’re ordering a newly redesigned Jeda Wireless Charging Pad or USB hub for Model 3/Y (coupon code “ridethelightning” without the quotes), please use my referral link if you don’t mind! https://getjeda.com/ref/8/ Grab the SnapPlate for any of the four Teslas at https://livingtesla.com/shop/ref/RTL/. Finally, pick up a 128gb or 256gb Sentry Mode/Dashcam kit at http://www.puretesla.com/rtl
TESLA OWNER | Life in the green fast lane
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- 100,000 Miles
The Tesla Model S finally hit the big 6 digit mark during the pandemic. The car is now over 7 years old. Nothing really to report as everything is fine with the car. I have no desire to upgrade or replace it anytime soon. Not interested in self-driving features or any other incremental new features.
- Towing Improvements Soon?
I rarely blog unless something unique happens but today something actually did. Nothing significant but makes a decent yarn. I was out on the San Francisco Bay paddle boarding in an unpopular location. As I returned to my dock, I found a Tesla Model S in the water. Having been to this location many
- Sleepy Door Handles
For the last couple of weeks, I was noticing that my door handles did not move when I approached the car. I thought it was a bit odd, and I would double click on the roof of the fob, and the door handles would move to the open position. When you have a fob with
- Shipping Teslas
Have you ever wondered how Teslas leave the US and arrive in Europe and Asia? The Port of Oakland loads and discharges more than 99% of the containerized goods in Northern California, is the eighth busiest shipping port in the US, and is about 32 miles from the Tesla factory in Fremont, California. But the
- Rapa Nui, Easter Island
For many years I’ve been utterly fascinated by Rapa Nui (or Easter Island as renamed by Jacob Roggeveen on Easter Sunday in 1722). Rapa Nui is a far, remote, and very mysterious island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. The famous writer Jared Diamond proposed the following questions about the inhabitants: “What did the
- 10 Years of Tesla
I’ve just reached my 10 year anniversary of driving a Tesla. I’ve driven around 142,000 miles of electric driving powering the car through solar panels on my roof. The panels have been on the roof for 11 years and several years ago completely returned in electricity savings the original upfront costs. I drive my Tesla
- New Home Charging System
Just after I returned home with a new set of tires, my charging system failed. If I plugged the connector in I got an orange light at the charge port. I plugged it in several times to no success. I’ve been charging on an odd system. The original Roadster home charger connected to a Roadster
- New Hankook Tires
Thank you to those who helped me make a decision on new tires for my 19” rims. I decided to go with the Hankook tires. There were an abundance of reasons: None of the tires I have owned on the car overwhelmed me with being fantastic in handling or longevity. Tesla seriously considered Hankook
- Need New Tires – 23,000 on 19’s
My car is approaching 88,000 miles and I knew it was time to have my tires rotated at a minimum. My local tire mechanic unfortunately gave me the bad news that I need 4 new tires. He said the tires were close to bald on the inside, but safe enough to drive for another week
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