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Tesla's own wireless phone charger for Model S and Model X may finally be coming

New Tesla Wireless Phone Charger (Source: Wireless Power Consortium)

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A new Tesla wireless phone charger with an extended power profile is coming soon based on a product page published by the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC). There are also speculations based on leaked information that this wireless phone charger will be rolled out to the Tesla Model X SUV and its sibling, the Model S sedan.

Aside from saying the upcoming charger has extended power profile, which basically means it can raise its charging power for faster charging, details about the Tesla wireless phone charger are limited. The Tesla-branded wireless phone charger was first noticed by Redditor u/sameerb on WPC, a group of more than 600 companies across the globe working to ensure the worldwide compatibility of wireless charges and power sources based on the Qi Standards.

“Qi-Certified devices and wireless chargers have been thoroughly tested for safety, reliability and compatibility with all other Qi products for a seamless, satisfying wireless charging experience. Qi-Certified products have passed rigorous tests for safety, interoperability, and usability. Only products that pass testing by a WPC-authorized lab can be registered in the Qi-Certified Product Database,” the WPC  backgrounder reads.

New Tesla Wireless Phone Charger (Source: Wireless Power Consortium)

New Tesla Wireless Phone Charger (Source: Wireless Power Consortium)

Tesla’s current Model 3 wireless phone charger is sold for $125 and designed to charge two phones at once on its non-slip, silicone surface. There are also popular options from brands such as Jeda and Nomad that sell a similar product for $99, but the market tends to lean toward getting Tesla-branded car accessories.

It is not yet clear whether the new Tesla wireless phone charger will be for the Model 3. It can also be for the Model S, Model X or even for the much-awaited electric crossover Model Y that’s rumored to start delivery next month. Meanwhile, Tesla community member and resident hacker @greentheonly posted his latest findings based on the most recent software update. Green tweeted that new hardware rollout could be imminent for the Model S and Model X. He mentioned an “integrated inductive phone charger (Qi) for S/X cars,” which likely confirms the purpose of the latest wireless phone charger on the site of the WPC.

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He also mentions two battery types in several configurations but he was not able to determine the capacity of the battery. This piece of information might be related to what Tesla Motors Club member Chilam experienced when he recently replaced his car’s battery and got an 85kWh/350VDC pack versus the original 400VDC.

Below are the details of the upcoming Tesla wireless phone charger listed on the WPC product page:

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Tesla Wireless Phone Charger – Details (Source: Wireless Power Consortium)

H/T to u/sameerb

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Tesla Cybertruck’s newest trim is nearing its first deliveries

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Tesla Cybertruck’s newest trim level is nearing its first deliveries just a few months after being offered for an incredible deal.

Back in February, Tesla officially launched a new trim of the Cybertruck, the All-Wheel-Drive, starting at just $59,990. It was a lot of truck for the money, especially considering what it offered the Rear-Wheel-Drive variant for last year, which was a total flop.

The $59,990 price that was offered initially was a deal due to its 325-mile range rating, powered tonneau, three bed outlets, Powershare capability, coil springs with adaptive damping for a refined suspension feel, Steer-by-Wire and four-wheel steering, a 6′ x 4′ composite bed, towing capacity of 7,500 pounds, and a powered frunk.

Tesla is now nearing deliveries of this trim, according to watcher Sawyer Merritt, as Tesla has officially started assigning VINs to people who ordered the vehicle initially:

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Earlier this month, we reported on units of the trim being spotted outside Gigafactory Texas by Joe Tegtmeyer.

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Tesla Giga Texas buzzing as new Cybertruck appears to enter production

This Cybertruck trim was interesting because it was released basically out of nowhere, priced incredibly well, and gathered many orders in a small amount of time. However, CEO Elon Musk noted just days afterward that the vehicle would only be priced at this bargain level for ten days.

Tesla fans were not happy.

However, the issues with the pricing strategy have blown over since the February unveiling event, and now that deliveries are near, Tesla fans are anticipating the truck making its way to their driveways soon.

The truck is currently priced at $69,990, and deliveries for new orders are slated for between August and September 2026.

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Tesla ships new feature that silences neighborhood Supercharger complaints

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Tesla is shipping a new feature that silences neighborhood Supercharger complaints, prompting drivers to be aware of those who might be impacted by excessive noise nearby.

Tesla is now rolling out a new location-specific “Quiet Charging Zone” that prompts drivers to lower their vehicle’s audio volume in an effort to make things comfortable for everyone, even those who are not Tesla owners.

This is an impactful feature that will resolve many complaints from those who are living nearby.

When a Tesla plugs into this Supercharger and its media volume exceeds a certain level, the vehicle’s central touchscreen displays a polite notification: “Could you turn the volume down? Please be mindful of our neighbors.”

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Accompanying the message is a prominent “Lower” button. One tap automatically reduces the audio to a more considerate level. Physical “Quiet Charging Zone” signs posted at the station reinforce the request, creating a cohesive experience that blends digital nudges with on-site reminders.

This feature highlights Tesla’s unique advantages. Unlike traditional automakers, Tesla owns both the vehicle software and the charging infrastructure.

Engineers can detect the precise location via GPS, trigger context-aware prompts, and deploy changes fleet-wide in hours or days without recalls or dealer visits. No public release notes highlighted the change, suggesting it was a quiet, site-specific rollout designed to test effectiveness before potential expansion.

These are usually referred to as “Undocumented Changes.”

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Beyond immediate noise reduction, the initiative underscores Tesla’s customer- and community-focused ethos. While EVs are inherently quieter than combustion-engine vehicles, auxiliary behaviors like loud infotainment can still create friction in dense cities. Tesla’s rapid response turns potential conflict into an opportunity to demonstrate thoughtful engineering.

As Tesla expands its Supercharger network, which is now open to other EVs in many places, features like location-based quiet modes could become standard tools for harmonious integration into neighborhoods.

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Ferrari unveils its Luce EV, and its reception has been a disaster

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Ferrari unveiled its Luce EV over the weekend, and so far, its reception has been an absolute disaster, gathering negative reactions from a wide variety of people, including former executives.

The stock even took a hit on its first day of trading following the unveiling, dropping over 7 percent at one point.

Ferrari moving to EVs from its traditional V12s and mid-engine sports cars is a massive move. It was designed by Sir Jony Ive and Marc Newsom’s LoveFrom studio, which is known for design work for tech giant Apple. “Luce” means “light” in Italian, so Ferrari drew inspiration for its name from its sleek design, characterized by a smooth, sculpted body with rounded edges.

But its reception has been far from what Ferrari expected. The overall design has drawn some harsh criticism since its reveal, and it is simply stunning that such a storied company, with a rich history of beautiful, powerful cars has revealed a design that many are not a fan of.

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Responses to the design were widely negative, with some saying, “Enzo is rolling in his grave,” and “This looks like a Nissan LEAF with a bad body kit.”

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Former Ferrari Chairman Luca di Montezemolo said:

“If I said what I really think, I’d harm Ferrari. We’re risking the destruction of a myth, I’m very sorry about that. I hope they at least remove the Prancing Horse from that car.”

Ferrari has scaled back EV commitments in the past, primarily in response to weaker-than-expected demand for its electric powertrains.

Priced at roughly $640,000 in the U.S., it is tough to see how this car will ever truly live up to the massive expectations many had for it. It almost feels like, to a certain extent, Ferrari is looking for a way to get out of building EVs.

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