Tesla Model Y has a real shot at becoming the best-selling passenger vehicle of 2024 in the US. Only the Toyota Rav4 stands in its way.
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Fred Lambert is the Editor-in-Chief and one of the founding members of Electrek. He mainly covers electric vehicles and renewable energy.
He is also the co-founder of Combat Edge, a MMA stats website.
Lambert made a name in the EV space through a steady stream of exclusive scoops about Tesla, including being the first journalist to try Tesla’s Autopilot feature back in 2015. Lambert also repeatedly broke stories about new Tesla products like Enhanced Summon, Model S design refresh, Tesla Autopilot 2.5, and more.
In 2020, he was also the first to report that Tesla’s new planned Gigafactory in the US would be located in Austin, Texas months before the official announcement.
His reporting has been used by many mainstream news organizations, like the Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and many more.
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Vigilance is paramount.
Expand Expanding CloseElon Musk claims Tesla robotaxi will be as cheap as the bus, does the math work?
Elon Musk is claiming that Tesla Robotaxi will be as cheap as the bus, which “won’t be needed” when it “rolls out unsupervised full self-driving.”
Does the math work?
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On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we interview Alpitronic CEO Mike Doucleff, we discuss a Tesla Semi update, GM going NACS, and more.
Russian warlord claims Tesla Cybertruck used in combat was remotely disabled by Elon Musk
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In recent years, solar energy has become an increasingly attractive option for homeowners seeking to reduce energy costs and lower their carbon footprint. Among the top choices for solar panels is Tesla Solar— the automaker’s solar installation division. If you’re considering switching to solar power, understanding Tesla’s solar panel pricing and offerings can help you make an informed decision. In this article, we’ll break down Tesla Solar panel prices, factors that affect costs, and whether investing in Tesla’s solar products is worth it for your home.
Expand Expanding CloseYour electric car will fall apart before its battery pack does, study finds
A new study of 10,000 electric cars shows that their battery packs should outlast the vehicles themselves.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla (TSLA) rises on deliveries in China, but can it save its Q3?
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Expand Expanding CloseTesla Semi partner PepsiCo says electric truck helps with driver retention
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It even helps with driver retention.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla throws cold water on Supercharger extension cords
A Tesla engineer is throwing cold water on Supercharger extension cords – an idea that is gaining traction to solve the charge port location issues as Tesla onboard other EVs on the Suercharger network.
Expand Expanding CloseWhat do you think of Kim Kardashian’s painted Tesla Cybertruck?
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Dope or nope?
Expand Expanding CloseA Tesla Semi has already traveled 250,000 miles: here’s what we learned about the electric truck
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Expand Expanding CloseTesla Cybertruck deliveries start in Mexico, in a month in Canada
Tesla Cybertruck deliveries are starting in Mexico this week and the automaker says that Canada should follow in about a month.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla is pulling heavy financing weaponry in end-of-quarter push
Tesla has pulled the heavy weaponry when it comes to financing to boost sales during its regular end-of-quarter push.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla produces 100 millionth battery cell, here’s what it means
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Expand Expanding ClosePodcast: Tesla Robotaxi prototype spotted, Porsche Macan range, Lucid teases next-gen, and more
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Tesla is looking to sell its first virtual power plant
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Expand Expanding CloseTesla’s Full Self-Driving v12.5 rollout on HW3 failed, what happens next?
Tesla’s rollout of Full Self-Driving v12.5 has failed so far, and owners want to know what happens next?
Expand Expanding CloseTesla appears to be winding down its Cybertruck wrapping business
Tesla appears to be winding down its Cybertruck wrapping business with fewer options and availability.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla plans to offer battery armor and rock slider retrofit for Cybertruck
Tesla has revealed that it is planning to offer battery armor and rock sliders as a retrofit for Cybertruck later this year.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla reveals its modular ‘unboxed’ EV manufacturing process in a patent
Tesla has revealed its modular ‘unboxed’ EV manufacturing process that will be used in its upcoming Robotaxi in a new patent application.
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Expand Expanding CloseTesla self-driving promises are getting weaker on new cars
Tesla has weakened its real unsupervised self-driving promises on new cars in the online configurator.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla partners directly with smart breaker manufactuers to improve Powerwall integration
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