Tesla is trying again to get owners of older Model S and Model X with “unlimited free Supercharging for life” to give up the perk with a new offer.
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Tesla launches new Model Y RWD in Canada to get access to up to $12,000 in incentives
Tesla has launched a new Model Y RWD in Canada starting at $59,990 CAD. The new lower price gives access to up to $12,000 in incentives.
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Tesla has released a very detailed update on its 4680 battery cell program, which is expected to be critical for its future electric vehicles.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla increases Model S/X prices, but adds 3 years of free Supercharging
Tesla has increased Model S and Model X prices, following several massive price cuts to its flagship models, but it is also giving three years of free Supercharging to new buyers.
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Tesla has finally decided to bring its trip planner to its mobile app – something that Tesla owners have been wanting for a long time.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla (TSLA) crashes despite strong earnings; is the credibility going away?
Tesla’s stock (TSLA) crashed 7% today following earnings that actually met expectations. So what is the problem? Is Tesla losing its credibility?
Expand Expanding CloseElon Musk says (again) Tesla might achieve ‘full autonomy’ this year, but what does it even mean?
Elon Musk announced again that he believes Tesla might achieve “full autonomy” this year, but it is not even clear what this means at this point.
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Elon Musk announced that Tesla is planning to hold a Tesla Cybertruck delivery event at the “end of the third quarter.”
Expand Expanding CloseTesla reports massive increase in energy storage deployment, thanks to Megafactory
Tesla has reported a massive increase in energy storage deployment in Q1 2023, thanks to its new Megafactory producing a lot of Megapacks.
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Tesla has released an update on its Cybertruck production program and shared new pictures of the production line and testing.
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Tesla (TSLA) released its financial results and shareholders letter for the first quarter of 2023 after market close today.
We are updating this post with all the details from the financial results, shareholders’ letter, and the conference call later tonight. Refresh for the latest information.
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Tesla hired a new top lawyer to lead its “hardcore litigation” team that CEO Elon Musk announced last year.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla (TSLA) Q1 2023 earnings preview: What to expect today
Tesla (TSLA) is about to release Q1 2023 financial results today, Wednesday, April 19, after the markets close. As usual, a conference call and Q&A with Tesla’s management are scheduled after the results.
Here we’ll take a look at what both the street and retail investors are expecting for the quarterly results.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla slashes price again, with brand-new cars now starting under $40,000
Tesla has implemented another wave of price cuts across its Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. It’s the second time this month, resulting in its electric cars starting under $40,000 before incentives.
Expand Expanding CloseElon Musk to get the last laugh as ultra-ambitious Tesla Model Y prediction comes true
Elon Musk is getting the last laugh as his ultra-ambitious prediction about the Tesla Model Y becoming the best-selling car in the world has come true.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla launches new Model 3 with almost 400 miles of range, but it’s just for businesses
Tesla announced that it is making a new version of the Model 3 with the Long Range battery pack and a single RWD motor, but it’s only available to businesses in the UK.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla expects massive savings for Powerwall owners in California following net metering change
Tesla is expecting its Powerwall to become an even bigger difference maker for homeowners with solar in California following a net metering change.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla battery supplier Panasonic is looking for a new factory in the US
Tesla’s primary battery cell supplier, Panasonic, is once again looking to build a new factory in the US after recently announcing its plans to construct one in Kansas.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla’s price cuts are a challenge to automakers, says Renault CEO
Tesla’s recent further price cuts should be taken as a “warning” for other automakers amid what some see as an “EV price war,” says Renault CEO Fabrice Cambolive.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla faces backlash from Giga Shanghai workers after cutting performance bonus over a death
Tesla is facing a backlash from employees at Gigafactory Shanghai who are complaining about their performance bonuses having been cut reportedly because of an accidental death at the factory earlier this year.
Expand Expanding CloseElon Musk is rumored to be starting new AI startup after saying Tesla would play a role in AGI
Elon Musk is rumored to be starting a new AI startup to compete with OpenAI after he left the organization, which he co-founded, supposedly because of a conflict of interest with Tesla’s own artificial intelligence effort.
Now it sounds like he is funding a startup that could compete with Tesla, based on his latest comments.
Expand Expanding ClosePodcast: leaked Tesla Model 3 refresh, Powerwall 3, new EPA rules, and more
On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss the leaked Tesla Model 3 refresh, the upcoming Powerwall 3, new EPA rules, and more.
Tesla Cybertruck’s giant frunk has been spotted
A new image of the Tesla Cybertruck has emerged revealing the giant frunk (front trunk) of the electric pickup truck.
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