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Electric vehicle buyers were in a frenzy in July as they rushed to claim the federal clean vehicle credit, a report from car research firm Edmunds revealed. The impending Labor Day weekend is poised to be one of the best opportunities to drive home an electric vehicle (EV) as many buyers are still unaware of the existence of affordable lease deals. According to Edmunds analysts, electric vehicle leasing reached new heights in July, with leasing accounting for 70% of EV transactions compared to just 10% in 2022. This surge in leasing can be attributed to the looming deadline of September…
Starlink Slashes Prices in Canada, Offering Steep Discounts on Hardware and Subscriptions Starlink, the satellite internet provider owned by SpaceX, is making waves in Canada by slashing prices on its hardware and subscription plans. The company is offering one of its steepest discounts yet in an effort to expand its subscriber base north of the border. According to an email sent to Canadians, Starlink is now selling its Standard Kit for just $249 CAD, down from $599, marking a $350 discount. In addition to the hardware price cut, Starlink is also offering discounted Residential plans for the first year in…
Tesla’s Latest Innovation: Introducing ‘Low Power Mode’ With the latest Tesla software update 2025.32, a groundbreaking new feature called Low Power Mode has been unveiled. This innovative feature is designed to reduce energy consumption while the vehicle is parked by deactivating various power-hungry features. Managing your vehicle’s energy usage has never been easier, especially during long periods of parking. This new vacation mode addresses the age-old problem of vampire drain, providing a practical and flexible solution for Tesla owners. Whether you’re parking at the airport or traveling across the globe, Low Power Mode offers convenient manual and automatic control options.…
Tesla CEO Elon Musk Continues to Advocate for Camera-Only Approach Over LiDAR Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has been vocal about his preference for cameras over LiDAR technology in autonomous driving systems. In a recent discussion, Musk reiterated his stance on the limitations of LiDAR and radar, highlighting the potential safety risks associated with sensor contention. Tesla made a significant shift a few years ago by transitioning to a camera-only system, known as “Tesla Vision,” for its vehicles. Musk has consistently defended this decision, emphasizing the superiority of cameras in comparison to LiDAR and radar. Musk specifically called out…
The sound has to fit to the driving conditions. We had to find a way to make it sound like a real car,” he said. Adding fake shifting to EVs is a controversial topic among car enthusiasts. Some argue that it’s unnecessary and takes away from the purity of electric propulsion, while others believe it adds to the driving experience and can help bridge the gap between traditional internal combustion engine cars and electric vehicles. It seems that Porsche has come around to the idea, at least in the case of the Cayenne EV. The company’s engineers have developed a…
2026 Tesla Model Y from Giga Berlin approved for Quebec’s $4,000 EV rebate Tesla has secured approval for its upcoming 2026 Model Y Long Range manufactured at its Giga Berlin factory, to qualify for Quebec’s $4,000 provincial rebate. The listing, recently updated on the Quebec government’s website, adds more options for Quebec residents looking to purchase an electric vehicle. The approval comes as Tesla continues to expand its production capabilities around the world. The Giga Berlin factory is expected to play a key role in meeting the growing demand for electric vehicles in Europe and beyond. Quebec’s $4,000 rebate is…
SpaceX’s Starship completed its tenth orbital flight test on Tuesday, August 26, lifting off from Starbase, Texas, at 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m. PT. The launch marked another milestone in the company’s pursuit of building the world’s first fully reusable rocket, with SpaceX declaring the mission a success after meeting all major objectives. The test began with Super Heavy igniting all 33 Raptor engines for a clean liftoff. After stage separation, the booster performed a boostback burn before splashing down into the Gulf of Mexico, even demonstrating engine redundancy by switching to a backup engine during its landing burn. Meanwhile, Starship’s…
Elon Musk’s xAI and X File Antitrust Lawsuit Against Apple and OpenAI Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence startup xAI and social media platform X have taken legal action by filing a federal lawsuit against tech giants Apple and OpenAI. The lawsuit alleges that Apple and OpenAI have engaged in anticompetitive behavior that restricts competition within the rapidly growing AI industry. The Allegations Filed on Monday, the lawsuit specifically challenges Apple’s decision to integrate OpenAI’s ChatGPT into its devices. xAI argues that this partnership gives ChatGPT exclusive access to hundreds of millions of iPhone users worldwide, creating an unfair advantage for competitors…
Porsche is making waves in the electric vehicle market with the upcoming release of the first-ever electric Cayenne. This new addition to the Porsche lineup is set to revolutionize the SUV segment with cutting-edge battery and charging technology. The electric Cayenne will feature a massive 108-kilowatt-hour battery pack, powered by LG-supplied pouch cells. This substantial battery capacity will provide a driving range of over 373 miles on the WLTP test cycle, making it one of the most impressive EVs in terms of range. Additionally, the Cayenne will boast a maximum charging power of 400 kilowatts, allowing for a rapid 10%…
Tesla has finally announced the launch of the Cybertruck in South Korea, bringing its unique electric pickup truck to the country for the first time. Existing reservation holders can confirm their orders from August 29 to September 4, with new orders opening on September 5. The announcement was made on X by Tesla Korea, describing the Cybertruck as a “bold future luxury” product making its way to Korea. In terms of pricing, the Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive (AWD) will be priced at 145,000,000 won (approximately $107,000 USD), while the range-topping Cybertruck Cyberbeast will cost 160,000,000 won (approximately $118,000 USD). It’s worth…