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Russia is suspected of developing a new anti-satellite weapon that could potentially disrupt or disable SpaceX’s Starlink network, a critical system for Ukraine’s war effort and Western communications infrastructure. According to reports from intelligence agencies in NATO countries, Russia is working on a “zone-effect” anti-satellite weapon that could release clouds of high-density pellets into low Earth orbit. The goal of this weapon would be to damage or disable multiple Starlink satellites at once, rather than targeting them individually with missiles or lasers. With over 9,000 active satellites currently in orbit and the constellation expected to reach 10,000 soon, such an…
Elon Musk Announces Full Self-Driving Launch in UAE by January 2026 Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, recently revealed that Full Self-Driving (Supervised) could be introduced in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as early as January 2026. This development marks a significant step towards bringing autonomous driving technology to the Middle East, starting with the UAE. Musk’s Announcement Responding to a query from UAE-based political analyst Ahmed Sharif Al Amiri on X, Elon Musk shared his optimism about the potential launch of FSD in the country. Musk mentioned that the technology could be rolled out as soon as next month,…
As the push for electric vehicles continues to grow, one major concern that many potential buyers have is range anxiety. The fear of being stranded with a dead battery while waiting for a tow truck is a legitimate worry for some, and it can often deter people from making the switch to an electric car. However, recent data from battery health startup Recurrent shows that range anxiety actually decreases the longer you own and drive an EV. According to a study conducted by Recurrent using data from Plug In America, 48% of buyers experience range anxiety before purchasing an EV.…
Tesla has recently secured a significant win for its energy business, with a new $275 million Megapack order tied to a groundbreaking battery storage project in Scotland. Matrix Renewables has announced a full Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) agreement with Tesla to deliver a 500 MW/1 GWh standalone battery energy storage system in Eccles, marking Matrix’s first standalone BESS project in the U.K. Situated along key transmission corridors between Scotland and England, the project is strategically located to provide critical grid flexibility, improve system resilience, and enable greater integration of renewable energy. All planning conditions have been met, with full…
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, recently announced that Full Self-Driving (Supervised) could be launching in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as early as January 2026. This development could mark the beginning of FSD’s expansion into the Middle East, starting with the UAE next year. Musk’s Timeline During a post on X, UAE-based political analyst Ahmed Sharif Al Amiri inquired about the arrival of FSD in the country. Musk responded to the analyst’s question, stating, “Hopefully, next month.” This exchange generated significant interest from X users, who eagerly anticipate the introduction of FSD in a new region. FSD (Supervised) is…
Slate Auto, a promising new player in the electric vehicle market, has made headlines with its announcement of over 150,000 orders for its upcoming affordable electric truck. These orders, though fully refundable, demonstrate a strong initial interest in the company’s product. Slate plans to begin production in late 2026 and aims to reach full production capacity by the end of 2027, with a target of building 150,000 trucks annually. Despite facing challenges such as a decline in overall EV demand and competition from established rivals like Ford’s 2027 electric pickup, Slate remains optimistic about its prospects. The company’s CEO, Chris…
Tesla is making a big move in the world of grid-scale energy storage with the construction of a $220 million battery project in South Australia. This project, known as the Goyder North Battery, will be the first in the world to deploy Tesla’s innovative Megablock technology. The Goyder North Battery, a massive 226 MW/866 MWh installation, is set to provide long-term renewable energy supply contracts for BHP’s Olympic Dam mining operations. What sets this project apart is the use of Tesla’s Megablock, a next-generation grid-scale battery architecture that combines four Megapack 3 units into a single plug-and-play block, delivering 20…
Tesla Unveils Centralized Payment Kiosks for V4 Superchargers Tesla has quietly introduced a major update to its new V4 Supercharger stations by implementing centralized payment kiosks, replacing individual credit card terminals.Recent photos and reports reveal that certain new V4 sites have done away with individual contactless payment readers, opting for a single standalone kiosk to serve the entire cluster of chargers.Enhanced Centralized ExperienceOver the past year, V4 Superchargers have been equipped with small screens and credit card readers in each stall to comply with government regulations. However, at these new locations, the individual readers have been removed. Instead, drivers can…
Ford has announced a massive recall affecting nearly 300,000 electric vehicles and hybrid pickups in the United States. The recall includes popular models such as the F-150 Lightning electric pickup, Mustang Mach-E electric crossover, and Maverick hybrid pickup. The issue at hand revolves around a faulty integrated park module that may prevent the transmission from locking into Park, increasing the risk of a potential crash. The root cause of the problem has been identified as the integrated parking module’s pawl binding against an adjacent slider, preventing it from returning to its fully engaged park position. While there is no mechanical…
Tesla’s highly anticipated Cybercab is making significant progress towards production, with a recent video providing the clearest glimpse yet of what the final version could look like. Shared by Tesla enthusiast Sawyer Merritt and originally sourced from @Cory__17, the footage and photos showcase what appears to be a production-ready Cybercab on display at Tesla’s Santana Row showroom in California. Compared to the Cybercab prototype unveiled in October 2024, the latest version boasts a myriad of design refinements both inside and out, signaling that the vehicle is nearing its official production start in spring 2026, as confirmed by Tesla. One of…