[ad_1] Tesla Superchargers are widely distributed, so Model 3 pilots rarely need access to third-party chargers. Still, CEO Elon Musk promised that the EV would be CHAdeMO compatible when it launched, and that was two years ago. It might be a case of timing — Tesla is about to start Model 3 deliveries in Japan, […]
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Tesla delivered a record 95,000 cars this spring
[ad_1] The company didn’t directly explain the surge, but the Model 3’s availability in the UK may have helped along with continued interest from mainland Europe and China. The Model 3 was undoubtedly the star of the show with over 77,550 deliveries compared to 17,650 for the Model S and Model X combined. These figures […]
Tesla’s former head of production joins competitor Lucid Motors
[ad_1] Tesla Motors is suffering from some significant brain drain. On Monday, upstart electric vehicle manufacturer Lucid Motors announced that it is hiring Peter Hochholdinger, Tesla’s former head of production, to serve as its vice president of manufacturing, according to Reuters. Hochholdinger, who previously served as a longtime executive at Audi, officially left Tesla last […]
Recommended Reading: Algorithms and school surveillance
[ad_1] Aggression Detectors: The unproven, invasive surveillance technology schools are using to monitor students Jack Gillum and Jeff Kao, ProPublica Following the rise in mass shootings, schools, hospitals and other public places are installing tech to… [ad_2] Source link
Tesla’s dashboard Sketchpad is getting an upgrade
[ad_1] Wish granted 💫. New Sketchpad features are rolling out in our next software update. What will you draw? 🎨 https://t.co/eXUm4k24qH — Tesla (@Tesla) June 28, 2019 While it didn’t spell out exactly what’s on the way to Sketchpad, last month, one Tesla owner asked for a color picker, saturation controls and more extensive undo […]
Tesla is quietly developing its own EV battery cells
[ad_1] It’s not hard to divine the reasoning behind the move. In-house cells would let Tesla optimize its battery packs for its cars, whether it’s longer range, more acceleration or better sustained performance. This could also cut costs by eliminating go-betweens like Panasonic, making that $25,000 EV more feasible. Moreover, it might provide a failsafe […]
Tesla granted tariff exemption on Japanese aluminum for battery cells
[ad_1] Tesla said in its request the battery cells are used to power the Model 3 as well as in its energy storage systems, such as the Powerwall and Powerpack. “Tesla is the only US manufacturer of these battery types and planned production of these batteries will increase exponentially over the next few years,” it […]
Control a fake Tesla while charging your real Tesla
[ad_1] Tesla’s vehicles have an array of goofy Easter Eggs. From fart noises to Atari video games, the company isn’t afraid to fly its freak flag. So it was no real surprise when the world found out that Tesla would be adding more games and that an SDK would be available for developers to port […]
Drivers may overestimate Tesla Autopilot because of its name, study suggests
[ad_1] IIHS asked 2,000 drivers to answer questions about Autopilot (Tesla), Traffic Jam Assist (Audi and Acura), Super Cruise (Cadillac), Driving Assistant Plus (BMW) and ProPilot Assist (Nissan). They found that 48 percent of the participants thought it would be fine to take their hands off the wheel in a Tesla, whereas only 33 percent […]
Tesla’s mystery test car may be a Model S refresh
[ad_1] If you’re wondering, it didn’t appear to be a Model Y — the upcoming crossover has lights like those on the Model 3, not to mention a conspicuously raised rear end that wasn’t present here. There is the possibility that this is just a “sloppy wrapping job,” as the eyewitness initially suspected. That doesn’t […]