Energy

Nova Scotia utility adds Tesla Powerpack in a bid to capture wind energy in intelligent feeder project

Nova Scotia Power recently announced that the testing of industrial-grade Tesla Powerpack batteries at its Elmsdale substation is now underway.…

Tesla to partner with NY utility company on battery storage system

Orange and Rockland Utilities, a utility provider that is part of Consolidated Edison, Inc., recently submitted a proposal to collaborate…

What Tesla and Honda’s early success have in common

“To the more established brands, it is a young upstart company with performance claims that seem unreasonably optimistic. Instead of…

Tesla is building a massive “virtual power plant” in South Australia using residential solar and battery systems

Tesla is partnering with South Australia's Labor government to create the world’s largest virtual power plant, consisting of 50,000 homes fitted with…

Tesla (TSLA) went from IPO to beating Ford in value in just seven years

The story of Tesla is a fascinating one by any measure: a group of Silicon Valley entrepreneurs get together to…

Mysterious cryptocurrency co. buys out land around Tesla’s Gigafactory

Tesla’s Gigafactory in Nevada will soon be joined by Blockchains, LLC in the Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center, with the cryptocurrency firm…

Tesla’s latest referral program prize includes a Tesla Semi race competition

Tesla updated its acclaimed Referral Program today, revealing several new rewards and extending popular perks for new and existing customers.…

Tesla expands its footprint in Fremont with two big offices for 1,500 workers

Tesla will be expanding its operations in Fremont come Spring when the electric car maker prepares to open two new…

Tesla spurs land grab at Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center, 99% sold out

After several companies followed Tesla's lead in its initiative to establish a presence at the Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center, the massive 105,000-acre…

Tesla is reportedly looking to invest in Chile’s largest lithium producer

Tesla is currently in talks with Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile (SQM), Chile’s largest lithium producer, as a possible…

Panasonic talks Tesla and teases the future of car tech [Video]

Panasonic, the Japanese electronics giant, has supported Tesla since its early days in 2007. By 2010, Panasonic invested $30 million…

Tesla commits to Gigafactory 2 expansion despite Trump’s 30% solar tariff

Despite facing a possible financial hit due to a 30 percent tariff being imposed by the Trump administration on imported…

Tesla vs. gas car: Which state offers the biggest fuel savings?

A report released by the University of Michigan’s Transportation Research Institute is showing the cost savings to the average vehicle…

Tesla Powerpack and solar system spotted at SpaceX’s Texas launch site

Tesla Powerpack battery storage units were recently spotted in SpaceX’s launch facility in Boca Chica, Texas. As revealed in a…

Tesla’s Tilburg assembly plant has an expansive rooftop solar installation

Satellite imagery of Tesla’s Tilburg facility in the Netherlands reveals that an expansive solar panel installation has been outfitted to the…

Tesla scores first Semi truck order in the Middle East, 50 units for Bee’ah

The Tesla Semi is continually proving to be a popular choice for long-haul operators looking to establish a sustainable supply chain…

Tesla victorious in Rhode Island after state approves license to sell direct

Tesla scored a major victory on Wednesday after the California-based electric car maker was given the green light to sell…

Tesla Solar Roof tile production begins at Gigafactory 2, customer installs soon to follow

Tesla has begun production of its highly-anticipated Solar Roof tiles from the company's Gigafactory 2 facility in Buffalo, NY. According…

Tesla’s success in Australia opens up opportunity for 2nd big battery project in country

Following Tesla's successful deployment of the world’s largest battery in South Australia, carrying out CEO Elon Musk’s 100-day target to…

Elon Musk ramps hiring effort for Tesla’s Gigafactory battery factory

Operations are ramping up at Tesla Gigafactory 1, with CEO Elon Musk inviting interested individuals to apply for a job…