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Starlink’s Direct to Cell service is making its way to Southeast Asia, with the Philippines set to be the first country in the region to launch satellite-to-mobile connectivity. Globe Telecom has inked a deal with Starlink to introduce direct-to-device (D2D) satellite service in the Philippines in the coming months, making it the pioneer operator to offer this service not just in the Philippines but also across Southeast Asia, and the second carrier in Asia overall. This service is tailored to function on standard LTE smartphones without the need for any hardware modifications, enabling users to connect directly to Starlink’s low-Earth…
Tesla is making significant progress with its Dojo 3 initiative, as the company has recently restarted work on its in-house AI training supercomputer. This decision comes after the AI5 chip design has reached a stable stage, as confirmed by Tesla CEO Elon Musk in a recent post on X. In his post on X, Musk announced that with the AI5 chip design now in good shape, Tesla will resume work on Dojo 3. He also mentioned that the company is actively seeking engineers interested in working on what he anticipates will be the highest-volume AI chips in the world. Musk’s…
Understanding How Your Tesla Determines Speed Limits Many Tesla owners are curious about how their vehicles determine the speed limit of the road they are on. While it may seem like Tesla simply reads speed signs, the reality is much more complex.While Tesla does utilize its cameras to read speed signs in real time, it also relies on high-fidelity map data sourced from Tesla. This combination of vision-based recognition and map data is key to how your vehicle determines speed limits.The Role of VisionTesla’s neural nets, including an optical character recognition system, are crucial in reading speed signs as you…
China’s auto industry has been making significant strides on the global stage, with a particular focus on expanding into the North American market. The recent trade deal between Canada and China has raised concerns and sparked discussions about the potential impact on the U.S. auto industry. The trade deal between China and Canada, which allows for the import of Chinese electric vehicles into Canada, has set off alarm bells in the U.S. The deal, which is initially limited to 49,000 cars in its first year with plans to expand to 70,000 within five years, has the potential to open the…
Elon Musk has unveiled Tesla’s most ambitious AI roadmap to date, expanding beyond self-driving cars and humanoid robots to eventually include space-based applications. In a recent announcement on X, Musk detailed how Tesla’s upcoming generations of in-house AI chips will be utilized across the company’s growing ecosystem. Musk stated that AI4, the current hardware in Tesla’s EVs, will achieve self-driving safety levels well beyond human capability. He also outlined plans for AI5 to enhance vehicle performance significantly, AI6 for Optimus robots and data centers, and AI7/Dojo3 for space-based AI compute. Musk’s updates build on previous statements about Tesla’s custom silicon…
Tesla has recently announced the restart of its Dojo 3 initiative, which focuses on developing an in-house AI training supercomputer. This decision comes after the successful stabilization of the AI5 chip design, a crucial component for the project. Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, confirmed this update through a post on X, emphasizing the significance of the AI5 chip design reaching a stable stage. In his post on X, Musk mentioned that with the AI5 chip design now in good shape, Tesla is ready to resume work on Dojo 3. He also mentioned that the company is actively recruiting engineers…
The long-awaited production version of the RAM 1500 REV extended-range electric pickup has finally made its debut, albeit quietly. This truck, originally known as the Ram 1500 Ramcharger, was first unveiled in 2023. Now, rebranded as the Ram 1500 REV, it is set to hit production lines in the second half of the year as a 2027 model. After several delays, the range-extended Ram 1500 electric pickup has become a reality. The recent appearance of a production-ready unit at the Detroit Auto Show marks a significant milestone for Stellantis. The truck is slated to be manufactured at the Sterling Heights…
A quaint town in Idaho has recently become home to one of the most picturesque Tesla Supercharger sites in North America. Located in Deary, Idaho, with a population of just over 500, The Pie Safe, a family-owned artisan bakery and creamery, has unveiled a privately owned, publicly accessible Tesla Supercharger site right across the street from its beautifully restored historic building. This unique site, known as “The Pie Safe Supercharger,” can be found at 401 2nd Ave, Deary, Idaho, and is part of Tesla’s expanding Supercharger for Business program. This program allows businesses to purchase and personalize their own Superchargers…
The Tesla Cybertruck, a futuristic and unconventional electric pickup truck, faced a challenging year in 2025 as its sales took a significant hit in the United States. According to data analyzed by InsideEVs from Cox Automotive, the Cybertruck experienced the largest drop in sales volume of any electric vehicle in the country. In 2024, Tesla managed to sell approximately 39,000 Cybertrucks during the vehicle’s first full year on the market. However, in 2025, sales plummeted to around 20,200 units, marking a nearly 50% decrease in sales. This steep decline of almost 19,000 units was the most substantial drop among all…
Tesla continues to push the boundaries of autonomous vehicle technology with its latest iteration of the Cybercab, spotted testing on public roads in Austin, Texas. This time, the Cybercab was seen without side mirrors, a significant departure from traditional car design. The move towards a mirror-less design showcases Tesla’s commitment to relying solely on cameras and neural networks for navigation, rather than legacy automotive hardware. The Cybercab is a purpose-built two-seat, all-electric autonomous vehicle intended for Tesla’s Robotaxi network. Unlike current Tesla models, the Cybercab is expected to be devoid of a steering wheel, pedals, and now side mirrors. Instead,…