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Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology continues to impress with its latest feature, showcasing a new level of politeness. In a video shared by a Tesla community member, FSD Beta v13.2.9 is seen smoothly approaching a toll booth at a park, stopping to allow the human occupants to pay for a park pass, and then seamlessly resuming driving once the transaction is complete. According to one of the occupants in the car, as soon as the toll booth attendant said “Have a great day,” the car continued driving through the park without any physical gate involved. The system was able to…
General Motors has made the decision to phase out Apple CarPlay integration on its U.S.-bound electric vehicles. This move comes as the company shifts towards a Google-based infotainment system for its new EVs. Currently, only two electric vehicles in the United States, the Cadillac Lyriq and GMC Hummer EV, still offer CarPlay integration. The decision to forego CarPlay and Android Auto in favor of a built-in infotainment system was met with mixed reactions from customers. While GM cited reduced distractions while driving as a primary reason for this shift, many consumers appreciated the convenience and familiarity of smartphone integration. However,…
A groundbreaking renewable energy project in Lincoln County, Nevada has commenced operations, heralding a new era in sustainable power generation. Developed by Estuary Power, the $98 million installation boasts a 185 MW solar capacity coupled with a 400 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) featuring Tesla’s innovative Megapacks. The project’s first phase, comprising 70 MW of solar PV capacity, has already been activated, with the second phase set to supply energy to MGM Resorts International’s Las Vegas properties later this year. Tesla’s Megapack technology is a pivotal component of the project, offering a grid-scale battery storage solution that allows for…
2025 Tesla Model Y Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+ for Fifth Year Running The 2025 Tesla Model Y has once again secured the Top Safety Pick+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), marking the fifth consecutive year Tesla’s popular electric SUV has received this recognition. The IIHS conducts rigorous crash tests and evaluates various safety features of vehicles to determine their safety ratings. The Top Safety Pick+ designation is the highest honor awarded by the IIHS, indicating that a vehicle has performed exceptionally well in crash tests and offers advanced safety features. One of the key factors…
The highly anticipated next-generation Tesla Roadster has been given a new title by the automaker’s VP of Engineering: the “last, best driver’s car.” Lars Moravy recently spoke at the X Takeover 2025 event hosted by Tesla Owners of Silicon Valley, where he confirmed that the Roadster is still in development. This announcement comes on the heels of CEO Elon Musk’s promise of the “most epic demo ever” later this year, following a visit to the Tesla Design Studio. Moravy emphasized the significance of the Roadster, calling it a “super cool product” and teasing a “mind-blowing” demo. He explained that Tesla…
Tesla’s refreshed Model Y has once again proven its commitment to safety by earning the prestigious 2025 Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). This marks the seventh consecutive year that a Tesla vehicle has received this top honor, showcasing the brand’s dedication to vehicle safety. CEO Elon Musk celebrated the achievement on Tesla’s official Weibo account, highlighting the Model Y’s exceptional safety performance. The vehicle has undergone over 20 rigorous crash and safety tests, receiving five-star safety ratings from renowned agencies such as C-IASI, ANCAP, NHTSA, and Euro NCAP. Tesla’s promotional material touts the…
Tesla opens two Superchargers in Severn with unique configuration [Ontario] – Drive Tesla Tesla has recently unveiled two new Supercharger stations in Severn, Ontario, showcasing a unique and innovative design that sets them apart from traditional charging stations. These Superchargers are strategically located along Highway 11, providing convenient access for Tesla owners traveling through the area. What makes these Superchargers stand out is their unique configuration. Unlike conventional charging stations, which typically have a single power cabinet serving multiple stalls, the Severn Superchargers feature two separate 8-stall V4 Superchargers, each equipped with its own dedicated power cabinet. This setup not…
The electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the United States is rapidly evolving, despite the government’s shift away from clean energy initiatives. One company that is making significant strides in this space is Alpitronic, an Italian electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) maker. Alpitronic specializes in building the physical chargers themselves and supplies this equipment to large charging networks like Electrify America and Ionity. The company has gained a strong foothold in Europe and is now making a splash in the U.S. market. According to data from charging analytics firm Paren, Alpitronic has quickly become the second-largest charging hardware supplier in the…
SpaceX has recently confirmed that the widespread Starlink outage that occurred last week was due to an internal network upgrade gone wrong. This outage, which lasted for an extended period of time and is the longest on record for Starlink, affected millions of users across North America and even as far as Ukraine. Initially, SpaceX attributed the outage to a “failure of key internal software services,” but later clarified that it was actually caused by a software upgrade procedure targeting the service’s ground-based compute clusters. According to industry sources familiar with the situation, a series of events during the upgrade…
Elon Musk recently shared some exciting details about Tesla’s collaboration with South Korean tech giant Samsung for the production of the AI6 chip. According to Musk, Samsung’s upcoming fabrication facility in Texas will be solely dedicated to manufacturing Tesla’s AI6 chip, setting the stage for the next-generation products like the Cybercab and Optimus. Reports on Samsung’s AI6 Production A recent report by Bloomberg News revealed that Samsung secured a $16.5 billion deal to produce semiconductors for Tesla, with a focus on the AI6 chip. This deal not only signifies a significant partnership between the two tech giants but also positions…