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Tesla, Volvo among five carmakers under NHTSA investigation for ADAS crashes

Tesla, Volvo, Cadillac, Lexus, and Navya are five car companies under investigation by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA)…

Tesla’s 4680 cell production process outlined in Giga Berlin’s revised filings

Tesla's revised documents for Gigafactory Berlin have been posted online, and they are a treasure trove of information. The documents…

Ford F-150 Lightning details reveal surprising premium over Tesla Cybertruck

The Ford F1-150 Lightning is arguably one of the most impressive all-electric pickups on the market today. Starting at a…

SpaceX Starship might skip early retirement for “hypersonic flight test”

In response to a Teslarati report on Starship SN16's apparent transport to what amounts to a resting place for retired…

SpaceX rocket sticks landing in style after military reuse milestone

SpaceX's latest launch webcast offered exceptionally clear views of the company's 88th successful Falcon booster landing minutes after the rocket…

Tesla Model S Plaid is actually faster than its listed 1.99-second 0-60 mph time: report

The Tesla Model S Plaid's 0-60 mph time is listed on the company's website as 1.99 seconds, a figure that…

Tesla hints at Model S Plaid “Track Package” with large Zero G wheels in parts catalog

The Tesla Model S Plaid is designed to be a hardcore smackdown to gasoline-powered cars, so much so that its…

Tesla Model S deliveries accelerate as Q2 2021’s end approaches

With the end of the second quarter approaching, Tesla seems determined to ensure that it delivers as many Model S…

[Update: not so fast…] SpaceX retires brand new Starship to focus on orbital launch buildup

SpaceX has moved its newest finished Starship straight from its Boca Chica, Texas factory to a nearby 'rocket garden,' all…

Rivian sends its R1T, R1S, and electric van to New Zealand for cold-weather tests

Rivian has sent the R1T pickup, the R1S SUV, and its electric delivery van to New Zealand. The reasons are…

UFC Fighter Beneil Dariush gets his Tesla Model X, and the reason he ordered it

UFC lightweight contender Beneil Dariush finally has a Tesla Model X in his possession, and he also has the reason…

General Motors increases EV investment by 75% through 2025

General Motors has increased its electric vehicle investment by 75%, from $20 billion to $35 billion through 2025, the company…

Tesla urged by German Minister to unlock Supercharging for all EVs

Tesla is being urged by German Federal Minister of Transport Andreas Scheuer to unlock the company's Superchargers for all electric…

Elon Musk ponders using ‘informational’ Tesla advertisements for public awareness

For those who have closely followed the electric vehicle story over the years, Elon Musk's recent posts about advertising may…

Elon Musk confirms New Tesla Model S HVAC update for extra-quiet cabin

The Tesla Model S Plaid is filled to the brim with a ton of new features, from a rear display…

SpaceX sends Starship heat shield “bakery” to Boca Chica

At the same time as SpaceX is assembling hardware and manufacturing dozens of Raptor engines for Starship's inaugural orbital test…

SpaceX teases progress towards Starship’s orbital launch debut

A recorded address from SpaceX President and COO Gwynne Shotwell to a graduating class of college seniors unexpectedly teased progress…

Tesla to expand START training program to Austin, funneling talent for Giga Texas

Tesla is expanding its START Training Program to Austin Community College in Texas. The move is timely with the company's…

Tesla prepares to overtake China’s auto market with two major milestones

Tesla is preparing to overtake China's automotive market with two major milestones relating to the company's Supercharging infrastructure and Service…

Tesla’s steering yoke and Auto Shift system tested in real-world scenarios

One of the Tesla Model S Plaid's key features is its uniquely shaped steering yoke, which is notably different from…