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Tesla has recently introduced its advanced AI assistant Grok to vehicles in Australia and New Zealand, offering a significant upgrade for local Tesla owners. The rollout of Grok in these regions follows its successful deployment in Europe earlier this month. On February 24, 2026, Tesla released an over-the-air software update (version 2026.2.6.1 or similar) to bring Grok to cars in Australia and New Zealand. The phased rollout will initially target vehicles equipped with Hardware 3 (HW3) and AMD Ryzen processors (MCU3 infotainment systems), with newer Hardware 4 (HW4) vehicles expected to receive the update in the near future. Developed by…
The Woodlands Township Enters The Boring Company’s Tunneling Sweepstakes The Woodlands Township in Texas has officially thrown its hat into the ring for The Boring Company’s tunneling challenge. The township’s board unanimously approved an application to participate in The Boring Company’s “Tunnel Vision Challenge,” which offers the opportunity for up to one mile of tunnel construction at no cost to the selected community. The proposal put forth by The Woodlands, named “The Current,” involves the construction of two parallel 12-foot-diameter tunnels beneath the Town Center corridor near The Waterway. These tunnels would be used for Teslas to shuttle passengers between…
The Potential Impact on Riders and Drivers For riders, the promise of autonomous vehicles means potentially cheaper, more efficient and safer rides. With AVs, Uber could reduce operating costs by eliminating the need for human drivers, passing those savings on to customers. The company has also said it will reinvest those savings into its AV partners to develop new technology and improve the rider experience. However, this shift could have significant implications for the millions of drivers who rely on platforms like Uber to make a living. As AVs become more prevalent, the need for human drivers will decrease, potentially…
Tesla Model 3 to also get black headliner, 16-inch QHD display Tesla is known for its continuous innovation and updates to its vehicles, and the Model 3 is no exception. In a recent announcement, Tesla revealed that the Model 3 Premium and Performance trims will be receiving some exciting new upgrades. One of the most notable upgrades is the addition of a black headliner to the interior of the Model 3. This sleek and modern design choice adds a touch of luxury to the already impressive interior of the vehicle. The black headliner complements the existing design elements and creates…
Archer Aviation Accuses Vertical Aerospace of Patent InfringementArcher Aviation recently filed a complaint in the US District Court Eastern District of Texas, alleging that rival Vertical Aerospace has copied its “Midnight” aircraft design for its own “Valo” vehicle. The complaint seeks to prevent Vertical from using the allegedly infringing designs as well as other patented technologies.According to the complaint, Vertical Aerospace has exploited Archer’s patented designs, gaining an unfair competitive advantage by leveraging the goodwill and reputation associated with Archer’s innovations. Both Archer’s Midnight and Vertical’s Valo are four-passenger electric aircraft with tilt-rotor propellers designed for vertical takeoff and landing,…
The Woodlands Township Applies for The Boring Company’s Tunnel Vision Challenge The Woodlands Township in Texas has officially thrown its hat into the ring for The Boring Company’s tunneling competition. The township’s board unanimously approved an application to The Boring Company’s “Tunnel Vision Challenge,” which offers the opportunity for up to one mile of tunnel construction at no cost to the selected community. The proposal put forth by The Woodlands is named “The Current” and involves the construction of two parallel 12-foot-diameter tunnels beneath the Town Center corridor near The Waterway. These tunnels would serve as a transportation solution for…
The 2019 Tesla Model 3 Performance owned by Bjørn Nyland is making headlines once again, this time for showing a higher than expected capacity loss at 182,000 km (113,000 miles). This comes as a surprise, considering that Nyland sold the car in 2021 with only 8% degradation at around 80,000 km (49,000 miles). The significant increase in capacity loss has raised concerns about the impact of frequent fast-charging on the battery. Nyland attributes the higher degradation to his charging habits, as he frequently used free Supercharging during his ownership of the vehicle. He estimates that the total usable capacity of…
The Woodlands Township in Texas has recently thrown its hat in the ring for The Boring Company’s tunneling challenge. The township’s board unanimously approved an application to The Boring Company’s “Tunnel Vision Challenge,” which offers the opportunity for up to one mile of tunnel construction at no cost to a selected community. The Woodlands’ proposal, named “The Current,” envisions two parallel 12-foot-diameter tunnels running beneath the Town Center corridor near The Waterway. These tunnels would facilitate the movement of Teslas shuttling passengers between Waterway Square, Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, Town Green Park, and nearby hotels during concerts and large-scale events.…
However, the latest news from Lamborghini’s CEO confirms that the brand’s first electric vehicle is now dead before it even had a chance to arrive. The original plan was to launch a high-riding electric two-door vehicle in 2028 or 2029, but the project has officially been cancelled. While the electric vehicle may be off the table for now, there is still hope for a different powertrain option. It is now rumored that the vehicle could still be produced with a plug-in hybrid powertrain instead. This decision makes sense, especially considering the recent news of the softened 2035 EU gas car…
The Woodlands Township in Texas has recently thrown its hat into the ring for The Boring Company’s tunneling challenge. The township’s board has officially approved an application to participate in The Boring Company’s “Tunnel Vision Challenge,” which offers the opportunity for up to one mile of tunnel construction at no cost to the selected community. The Woodlands’ proposed project, named “The Current,” envisions two parallel 12-foot-diameter tunnels running beneath the Town Center corridor near The Waterway. These tunnels would serve as a transportation system for Teslas to shuttle passengers between Waterway Square, Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, Town Green Park, and…