Author: john@provenroi.com
Tesla is facing a legal battle after a federal court in Miami, Florida, found the company partially liable in a 2019 crash involving its Autopilot driver assistance system that resulted in the death of a pedestrian and life-long injuries to another individual. The jury awarded $329 million in damages, including $129 million in compensatory damages and $200 million in punitive damages. Ultimately, Tesla was ordered to pay $243 million, covering both compensatory and punitive damages. The tragic incident occurred when a Model S driver, George McGee, dropped his phone while approaching an intersection and failed to brake in time, resulting…
The latest buzz in the automotive world revolves around the new Mercedes G-Wagon EV, and one woman’s experience with its standout feature – the G Turn. TikTok user Jasmine Luv recently shared her review of the electric G-Wagon, highlighting what makes this vehicle truly special. In her video, Luv raves about the G Turn feature, describing it as a game-changer that allows the vehicle to complete two full turns in a split second. She compares the experience to spinning like hitting a banana in Mario Kart, emphasizing the thrill and excitement that this feature brings to the driving experience. The…
Elon Musk, the visionary entrepreneur behind companies like Tesla and SpaceX, has once again made headlines for his remarkable achievements in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). Time magazine recently ranked Musk as the second most influential person in AI, just behind Cloudflare CEO Matthew Prince. Musk’s AI company, xAI, has had a transformative year, culminating in the creation of “Colossus,” the world’s largest supercomputer housed in an abandoned Electrolux factory in Memphis. This facility now boasts 200,000 NVIDIA GPUs and has solidified xAI’s position as a major player in the AI industry. Earlier this year, xAI launched Grok 3…
The glove box has long been a staple feature in car interiors, serving as a convenient storage space for various items. However, in the all-electric Subaru Solterra, the glove box has been replaced by a radiant heat panel that offers a unique twist to the traditional setup. Automotive journalist Nicole Wakelin recently showcased this change in a popular TikTok video, highlighting the absence of a glove box in the Solterra and the presence of a radiant heat panel instead. This panel not only provides warmth to the legs of passengers during winter but also helps conserve battery power by emitting…
Image: SpaceX SpaceX continues its rapid expansion of the Starlink satellite internet constellation with another successful launch on Sunday morning. At 7:49 a.m. ET/4:49 a.m. PT, a Falcon 9 rocket took off from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, carrying 28 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit. This launch followed a previous mission where SpaceX launched 24 Starlink satellites from California, bringing the total number of new satellites launched over the weekend to 52. After stage separation during Sunday’s launch, the Falcon 9 first stage successfully landed on the droneship named “Just Read…
The first Tesla Cybertruck crossing of the Rubicon Trail in California was an adventure that nearly ended in disaster. The electric pickup truck, known for its rugged design and off-road capabilities, was put to the ultimate test on the grueling trail. However, the Cybertruck ended up being stranded for three straight days due to a cracked steering rack, leaving the team of adventurers in a precarious situation. Despite being equipped with rock sliders, upgraded bumpers, full-length skid plating, and a one-inch lift, the Cybertruck faced numerous challenges on the trail. Before succumbing to a cracked steering rack, the electric pickup…
SpaceX’s Starlink is making a bold move to win back former customers by offering a free month of service to subscribers who previously canceled their plans. In an email sent to users, eligible subscribers will receive free Starlink service until September 30, 2025. All they need to do is plug in their Starlink dish with a clear view of the sky. This promotion applies only to canceled service lines, and once the free period ends, users can continue their service by selecting their preferred plan through their account. The email also highlighted the significant improvements in Starlink’s network over the…
The new Tesla Model Y Performance has officially been launched in Europe, with a host of upgrades aimed at enhancing both driving dynamics and everyday comfort. The latest Performance variant now accelerates from 0–60 mph in just 3.3 seconds, slightly quicker than its predecessor’s 3.5 seconds, while offering an impressive range of up to 308 miles (EPA cycle estimate) — just 1% less than the Long Range model. One of the most notable changes to the exterior of the Model Y Performance includes new front and rear fascias and a carbon fiber spoiler for improved aerodynamics. Additionally, staggered wheels and…
French renewable energy developer Neoen has recently completed the second phase of its impressive Collie Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Western Australia, solidifying Tesla Megapacks as the foundation of the project. This milestone was achieved with the installation of 348 Tesla Megapack 2XL units, adding 341 MW/1,363 MWh of capacity to the system. Combined with Stage 1, which went online in October 2024 and included 224 Megapacks providing 219MW / 877MWh of capacity, the Collie BESS now boasts a total of 572 Tesla Megapacks contributing to a storage capacity of 560MW / 2,240MWh. Neoen, now owned by Canadian asset…
Today’s EVs aren’t perfect. They’re still too expensive, their software problems haven’t all been worked out and some models still don’t offer the range and charging experience consumers want. But watching this video on an obscure, early-attempt EV, I’m feeling grateful today. We’ve come a helluva long way in the last decade. The video is from Aging Wheels, an excellent channel that I highly recommend for all fans of obscure automotive knowledge. Host Robert Dunn has a stunning collection of oddities, and the bizarrely named Th!nk City is the newest addition to the fleet. It’s a tiny, plastic, Norwegian electric…