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Tessie, the well-known third-party companion app for Tesla owners, has recently introduced a groundbreaking new feature known as Profiler. This feature provides users and fleets with real-time, OBD-level access to extensive vehicle data without the need for any additional hardware or cables. Users who have Tessie Pro or Fleet subscriptions can now access Profiler through the mobile app or by visiting dash.tessie.com/profiler. Once activated, Profiler opens up access to over 200 advanced data points that are categorized into sections such as performance, charging, climate control, safety systems, and more. One of the standout aspects of Profiler is its cloud-based nature,…

The xAI Supercomputer Faces Potential Lawsuit Over Pollution Concerns The xAI supercomputer, known as Colossus, is at the center of a potential lawsuit filed by the NAACP and the Southern Environmental Law Center. The lawsuit stems from concerns over pollution linked to the facility’s use of gas-powered turbines. While the data center has brought economic benefits to the area, its environmental impact has sparked a heated debate. Operational since last year, the xAI data center utilized pollution-emitting turbines without obtaining an air permit. The company claimed a 364-day exemption, which has now come under scrutiny. According to the Southern Environmental…

BMW is reportedly in the works of developing an extended-range version of their upcoming electric X5 SUV. This new EREV system is rumored to provide an impressive combined range of up to 621 miles (1,000 km), marking a significant advancement in BMW’s electric vehicle lineup. The concept of range extenders is not new to BMW, as they previously offered a production range extender with the i3 REx model. Despite discontinuing this model in 2022 and claiming that extended-range EVs had “no future,” BMW seems to be revisiting the idea with the development of the new EREV for the X5. Reports…

Electric Vehicle (EV) Battery Degradation: A Non-Issue According to New Study When it comes to electric vehicles (EVs), the high-voltage battery pack is often a point of contention for skeptics. Many people believe that EV batteries will degrade quickly and render the vehicles useless in just a few years. However, a recent study by Geotab, a UK-based vehicle telematics company, has found that EV battery degradation is almost a non-issue. On average, a modern EV’s battery degrades by 1.8% per year. This means that most EV batteries can last for 20 years or more with minimal annual degradation. In fact,…

xAI Partners with Oracle Cloud to Deliver Grok 3 AI Model xAI’s Grok 3 has recently joined forces with Oracle Cloud to bring its advanced AI model to corporate customers. This collaboration was announced by Oracle earlier this week, showcasing the integration of xAI’s Grok 3 with Oracle’s powerful infrastructure to offer a transformative tool for business applications. Clay Magouyrk, Executive Vice President at Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, stated via LinkedIn, “Today, we announced xAI has selected Oracle to offer xAI’s Grok models via OCI Generative AI service for a wide range of use cases and will use OCI’s leading AI…

“We are excited to finally showcase the production-ready version of our solar EV to the world. This is a major milestone for us, and we can’t wait to start delivering these vehicles to our customers later this year.” The Aptera solar EV has been highly anticipated for its unique design and solar-powered capabilities. The vehicle is designed to be incredibly efficient, with a drag coefficient of just 0.13, making it one of the most aerodynamic vehicles on the market. The solar panels on the roof and hood of the car are said to provide enough energy to drive up to…

Qatar Airways has recently made headlines by becoming the first global carrier to offer live sports streaming onboard its flights via SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet. Teaming up with IMG, the airline now provides passengers with access to IMG’s Sport 24 and Sport 24 Extra channels, delivering a dedicated streaming experience at 35,000 feet. This exciting new offering comes just in time for a summer sports extravaganza, with events like Wimbledon, the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™, and the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 on the horizon. Passengers flying on Qatar Airways’ Starlink-equipped aircraft can now enjoy their favorite sports live while…

Colossus Supercomputer Faces Lawsuit Over Pollution Concerns The xAI supercomputer, Colossus, is currently under fire as it faces a potential lawsuit from the NAACP and the Southern Environmental Law Center over pollution concerns related to its gas-powered turbines. The facility, which has been operational since last year, has sparked a heated debate over its environmental impact versus the economic benefits it brings. One of the main issues at hand is the company’s use of pollution-emitting turbines without an air permit. xAI claimed a 364-day exemption for these turbines, but Southern Environmental Law Center attorney Patrick Anderson argues that there is…

Tesla enthusiasts may have something new to look forward to as rumors of a six-seater Model Y have resurfaced. Recent leaks suggest that Tesla could be gearing up to release a six-seater variant of the Model Y, a configuration that has been long-rumored but not officially confirmed until now. A security researcher known as GreenTheOnly discovered mentions of this new six-seater configuration in Tesla’s latest vehicle firmware. While details are still scarce, it seems that this new seating arrangement could come with a longer wheelbase, hinting at a more spacious and comfortable interior for passengers. Initially thought to be exclusive…

SpaceX is gearing up for its next big leap with Starship, as the company targets a June 29th launch date for Starship Flight 10 (FLT-10) from its Starbase facility in Boca Chica, Texas. The news comes from a newly released FAA airspace operations advisory, which outlines the planned aerospace activity for the upcoming mission. The primary launch window for Starship FLT-10 is set for June 29, 2025, from 23:30Z to 01:34Z, translating to roughly 7:30 p.m. to 9:34 p.m. ET / 4:30 p.m. to 6:34 p.m. PT. In case of any delays or issues, a backup launch opportunity is scheduled…