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Tesla opens new Supercharger in Downtown Vancouver [British Columbia] Tesla has quietly opened a new Supercharger station in the heart of downtown Vancouver. This new Supercharger was first revealed in an update to Tesla’s Supercharger map back in November 2024, however due to its strategic location, it has quickly become a popular spot for Tesla owners. The new Supercharger station is located in a busy area of downtown Vancouver, making it convenient for Tesla owners to quickly charge their vehicles while running errands or enjoying the city. With multiple charging stalls available, drivers can easily find a spot to charge…

General Motors is set to bring streaming video services to their EVs’ in-car displays, including Chevy, GMC, and Cadillac models. This new feature will allow drivers to stream video from providers like Amazon Prime Video, Tubi, and Max while their vehicle is parked and charging. Additionally, users will have access to apps like Google Chrome and Angry Birds for entertainment during charging stops. The rollout of this feature is expected to be widespread, with plans to offer it to existing EV models like Equinox EV, Blazer EV, and GMC Sierra EV. The company spokesperson did not confirm specific models but…

Tesla continues to dominate the electric vehicle market in California, maintaining its position as the top EV brand despite increasing competition in the zero-emission vehicle space. According to the latest data from California Auto Outlook, Tesla’s Model Y was the best-selling vehicle in the state in the first quarter of 2025, with 23,314 registrations, followed closely by the Model 3 at 13,992 units. These two models continue to drive Tesla’s strong presence in California, the largest EV market in the U.S. Although Tesla’s overall registrations saw a 15.1% year-over-year decline, the company still captured 43.9% of California’s EV market in…

Joe Rogan Praises Tesla’s Full Self-Driving Suite on Podcast Joe Rogan, a well-known fan of Tesla and its CEO, Elon Musk, recently made some noteworthy comments about the company’s Full Self-Driving suite on his popular podcast, the Joe Rogan Experience. Rogan, who has had Musk on his podcast more than five times, has been instrumental in revealing some of the coolest Tesla details to his audience. This has led to Rogan purchasing several Teslas, including a fully equipped Model S Plaid. However, Rogan’s latest endorsement of Tesla’s Full Self-Driving suite has caught the attention of many. In a recent post…

Guide to Testing Tesla Battery Health and Checking Degradation Tesla provides a simple tool for owners to monitor their vehicle’s battery health and improve range estimates.Battery Health OverviewElectric vehicle batteries naturally degrade over time due to charging and discharging cycles. Factors like the number of charge cycles and how long the battery stays at low or high states of charge contribute to this degradation.Battery health indicates how much of the original energy capacity remains. For example, a battery at 85% health has lost about 15% of its capacity, resulting in a roughly 85% range compared to when new.Battery Degradation ProcessBattery…

Tesla has recently increased discounts on its Cybertruck inventory in both Canada and the United States. This move comes as the electric vehicle manufacturer aims to sell off its Foundation Series inventory in Canada, as well as clear out previous model year Cybertruck vehicles. In Canada, customers can now enjoy discounts of over $16,000 on Cybertruck models, while in the U.S., the discounts amount to over $11,000. These significant discounts are sure to attract potential buyers who have been eyeing the unique and futuristic Cybertruck. The Cybertruck, with its stainless steel exoskeleton and angular design, has garnered a lot of…

The BMW i3, a popular electric car released in 2013, has faced challenges with its battery life over the years. The original model came with an 18.2-kilowatt-hour battery pack, which limited its driving range to just 81 miles. Subsequent upgrades to 94 Ah and 120 Ah batteries improved the range to 114 miles and 153 miles, respectively. However, older i3 models with the 60 Ah pack now struggle to achieve even 70 miles on a full charge due to battery degradation. To address this issue, a Chinese company called Martigi Manufacturing (MTG) has developed a solution for BMW i3 owners.…

Canada’s telecommunications industry is currently embroiled in a heated dispute as Bell Canada attempts to prevent Elon Musk’s Starlink from accessing potential subsidies for providing internet services in remote areas. According to a report by the Financial Times (FT), Bell Canada and its subsidiary Northwestel are actively lobbying against the potential subsidies that Starlink could receive. The subsidies are intended to support Starlink’s efforts to provide internet access to the country’s northern regions, including the Arctic. Bell argues that Starlink’s flat pricing model indicates that it does not require financial support to operate in these remote areas. The final decision…

Electric vehicle sales are on the rise, particularly in the United States and China. However, some automakers are facing challenges in retrofitting gas engines into EVs not originally designed for it. This process requires significant investment and finesse, with no guarantee that hybrid models will outperform pure EVs in the market. In response to this dilemma, Horse Powertrain, a company jointly owned by Renault Group, Geely, and Aramco, has introduced a groundbreaking solution known as the Future Hybrid Concept. This innovative system offers a drop-in solution for manufacturers looking to convert EVs into hybrids seamlessly. The Future Hybrid Concept consists…

Ford’s iconic ST and RS badges, known for their performance-oriented models like the Fiesta ST, Focus ST, and Focus RS, are set to make a comeback in the company’s lineup, this time with an electric twist. As Ford transitions towards an electric future and eventually retires its gas-powered vehicles, the ST and RS badges are expected to adorn the brand’s upcoming EVs. The Puma Gen-E, an all-electric model based on the popular Puma crossover, is rumored to be the first in Ford’s portfolio to receive the ST treatment. According to Jan Herzon, Ford’s European product marketing chief, the automaker is…