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New Tesla Model Y in Ultra Red color (Image source: DaltyBrewer/X)

Tesla robotaxi platform features appear in the app as riders can rate how clean the unsupervised Model Y Juniper is

Tesla has started populating the features of its autonomous ride-share platform in the app, and some of its first robotaxi service mentions include tide feedback and state-of-vehicle ratings.

Daniel Zlatev, 15 Feb 2025 13:54

Dartsolar prototypes 2,000-watt, folding solar charging roof rack for EVs. (Image source: Dartsolar)

Dartsolar prototypes 2,000-watt solar charging roof rack for EVs

The Dartsolar 2,000-watt folding solar roof rack generates up to 10 kWh of power per day, adding up to 40 miles of range per day to any electric vehicle, such as a Tesla or Leaf, for free.

David Chien, 15 Feb 2025 05:10

Model Y Juniper comes with a 4D cabin radar (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla is unlocking Model Y Juniper cabin radar functions on older Model Ys as it offers free hardware replacement

Some of the cabin radar occupancy measurement features that the new 2026 Tesla Model Y Juniper facelift will bring upon release are now being unlocked for older Model Y units with a software update.

Daniel Zlatev, 14 Feb 2025 18:11

Tesla is stamping name on Supercharger cables to deter theft (Image source: Max de Zegher on X)

Tesla combating theft by stamping name on Supercharger cables

Tesla is devising new ways to combat charging cable theft. It is now stamping its name on Supercharger cables.

David Odejide, 13 Feb 2025 22:32

Tesla's gigafactory in Nevada, US. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla: Production and deliveries fall in 2024 for the first time in years

Models 3 and Y production and deliveries dropped during the year, impacting the company’s revenues. The company's pipeline includes more affordable models to be released later in 2025.

Daniela Morales Soler, 12 Feb 2025 12:24

Model Y Juniper comes with adaptive matrix headlights (Image source: Jay Leno/YT)

Model Y Juniper refresh comes with adaptive high beam headlights as Tesla will also unlock them on old Model Y in the US

The 2026 Model Y Juniper facelift comes with Tesla's matrix headlights that will launch with adaptive high beams software that automatically turns pixels off in a pattern when a car approaches so as not to blind its driver.

Daniel Zlatev, 11 Feb 2025 16:50

The Schwinn Mendocino Hybrid Cruiser e-bike offers up to 45 miles (~72 km) range on a single charge (Image source: Schwinn)

Deal | Schwinn’s Mendocino hybrid e-bike with 45-mile range drops to lowest-ever price on Amazon

The Schwinn Mendocino Hybrid Cruiser e-bike is currently on offer at Amazon in the US. The company is offering $86 off the hybrid 26-in e-bike, which has a top speed of 20 mph (~32 kph) and up to 45 miles (~72 km) range. It’s powe...

Abhinav Fating, 11 Feb 2025 13:27

The Denza Z9 GT can get through tight spaces (Image source: BYD)

BYD beats Tesla Cybertruck with a 20-degree rear steering on Denza EV that can crab walk and park itself in tight spaces

After demonstrating how its electric hypercar can briefly fly over potholes or spike strips, BYD is now showing an EV that can crab-walk around obstacles or parallel-park itself in tiny spots.

Daniel Zlatev, 10 Feb 2025 23:36

Tesla Colorado store suffers 3rd attack (Image source: CBS Colorado)

Tesla’s Colorado store attacked for the third time

Tesla haters have gone on the rampage again, as a Colorado police department reports a third attack involving vandalism and attempted arson.

David Odejide, 09 Feb 2025 21:13

Tesla sales plummet across Europe: Elon Musk's political activities seem to harm the company

Tesla's sales are plummeting in key European markets. In Germany in particular, Elon Musk's recent political endorsement of the far-right populist party AFD is likely to have led to a 59 % drop in new registrations.

Nicole Dominikowski, 09 Feb 2025 15:06

New AWD Model Y offers 5% longer range on a charge (Image source: Tesla)

Longer Model Y Juniper range now official as Tesla praises its new 'most efficient' tires for their low rolling resistance

Tesla says it has improved the real-world driving efficiency of the new Model Y Juniper refresh by 10%, bringing an official EPA range that is revised upwards of what its predecessor was capable of with the same battery size.

Daniel Zlatev, 09 Feb 2025 11:42

DeepSeek adopted by two Chinese EV makers (Image source: Dado Ruvic/Reuters)

Two Chinese EV makers announce DeepSeek integration

DeepSeek might have stirred up controversy when it came public, but automakers are proving to be among the first to embrace the 'low-budget' AI offering. Two Chinese EV makers have announced they are integrating the latest AI tech...

David Odejide, 08 Feb 2025 10:41

Model Y A/C is now quieter and more efficient (Image source: Tesla)

Better Model Y Juniper range due to quieter A/C with oscillating vents and double-coated panoramic roof

The new 2026 Model Y Juniper refresh brings a smorgasbord of efficiency improvements to achieve a longer range than its predecessor with the same battery capacity, and the quieter cabin A/C with decreased power draw is one of thos...

Daniel Zlatev, 07 Feb 2025 19:26

Rivian's Delivery 500 city electric van (Image source: Rivian)

Rivian beats Tesla to a commercial electric delivery van with release date slated for April

While Tesla's Robovan or other electric commercial vehicles are still in the prototype teaser stages, Rivian has unveiled a clean city delivery van that it will release to the buying public in April.

Daniel Zlatev, 06 Feb 2025 17:29

The 2026 Model Y Juniper offers longer range on a charge (Image source: GeekLaii/Weibo)

Official Model Y Juniper refresh EPA range test estimate is out and it runs longer on a charge despite using the same battery

Through a combination of improved aerodynamics and weight, but not an increase in battery capacity, Tesla has managed to bump the 2026 Model Y Juniper facelift range on a charge compared to its predecessor.

Daniel Zlatev, 06 Feb 2025 13:14

The Kia EV5 will be exclusive to Canada in North America. (Image source: Kia)

It’s official: The Kia EV5 is not launching in the US

Kia shared more details on the EV5’s launch in Canada. In the recent announcement, the company stated that the model would be exclusive to this market in North America, ruling out a release in the US or Mexico. Kia has revealed th...

Polly Allcock, 06 Feb 2025 00:03

Cybercab will have its own cleaning robot (Image source: Tesla)

Cybercab may be profitable at $15,000 price as Tesla demos how robotaxis will be cleaned between trips

At the low running costs per mile that Elon Musk quoted upon the Cybercab unveiling, the two-seater may be profitable even at a price of $15,000 when produced en masse.

Daniel Zlatev, 05 Feb 2025 15:42

The Decathlon Rockrider E-ACTV 100 is a price-first e-bike. (Image source: Decathlon)

Decathlon reveals new Rockrider E-ACTV 100 e-bike priced at €999

The Decathlon Rockrider E-ACTV 100 e-bike has been revealed in Europe. This upcoming e-bike has been described by the brand as a ‘price-first’ model, offering a solid set of features for just €999. For example, it offers up to 70 ...

Polly Allcock, 05 Feb 2025 15:40

Xiaomi SU7 Ultra to hit Chinese showrooms from February 2025

Xiaomi's most powerful (and most expensive) electric vehicle (EV) to date is in mass production and should start to see deliveries in its native China during 2025. But first, the SU7 Ultra will be put on display in physical stores...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Feb 2025 17:23

The new Model Y Juniper may be of service for 20 years (Image source: GeekLaii/Weibo)

Model Y Juniper expected to last 20 years as Tesla vehicles now beat diesel car lifespan in new EV longevity study

If one is looking for an ICE car with a long lifespan, they should pick brands like Skoda or Audi, but Teslas offer the ultimate expected longevity and lifetime mileage, beating both diesel and petrol cars.

Daniel Zlatev, 04 Feb 2025 14:55

Cybertruck is now eligible for tax credit (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla Cybertruck is now much cheaper as 'most American' pickup can be discounted with government tax credit

As Tesla bumps the Cybertruck pricing in Canada by 11% because of tariffs, referral credits and military discounts make the AWD Cybertruck now cost just a tad over $70,000 in the US.

Daniel Zlatev, 04 Feb 2025 12:44

The complimentary Kia NACS adapter is now available for some Kia EV6 and EV9 customers in the US. (Image source: Kia)

Kia updates EV6 and EV9 owners on Tesla Supercharger access as free accessory arrives

Some Kia EV6 and EV9 owners in the US are now receiving their free North American Charging Standard (NACS) adapter. Plus, as part of the communication regarding the complimentary accessory, Kia has provided customers with a better...

Polly Allcock, 03 Feb 2025 17:36

The new Model Y light bar and hood gaps may seem misaligned (Image source: ProjectRCC)

Model Y Juniper facelift panel gap alignment looks off with parallax effect from the sectioned light bar

At first blush, the new Model Y Juniper refresh could look as if the dreaded Tesla panel gap manufacturing issue is back on the newly minted facelift, but this would only be an optical illusion.

Daniel Zlatev, 03 Feb 2025 14:07

FSD now brings cheaper Tesla insurance (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla drops insurance premiums for those who drive on FSD

The safety rating of Tesla vehicle owners would actually increase the more they use its autonomous system as opposed to driving manually without FSD on, in a unique pilot program.

Daniel Zlatev, 03 Feb 2025 12:08

Tesla now offering free vinyl wraps and leases on Foundation Series Cybertrucks (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla sweetens Cybertruck deal with free wraps; offers leases starting at $750/month

US-based Tesla fans can now get free Cybertruck wraps worth $6,000 on the Foundation Series as the EV maker starts offering leases. This is the latest in a series of efforts to increase sales of the electric pickup truck.

David Odejide, 02 Feb 2025 21:28

Cybertruck leases are now 17% down (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla prices increase by up to CA$9,000 on Canada tariffs as it lowers Cybertruck lease in the US and bumps Model 3 referrals fivefold

The Trump tariffs enacted over the weekend have affected Tesla imports, just as the company is trying to increase sales of the Model 3 and the Cybertruck in the US by various means, including free XPEL wraps.

Daniel Zlatev, 02 Feb 2025 12:38

Pebble readies the Pebble Flow RV with AI-powered features for launch. (Image source: Pebble)

Pebble readies the Pebble Flow smart RV for production

Pebble has readied the Pebble Flow for a spring 2025 launch as the world's first RV that can reverse charge the EVs towing it, be driven remotely like an RC toy, and deploy itself at camp sites.

David Chien, 02 Feb 2025 07:36

Tesla Autopilot and FSD are now 6x safer than human drivers who turn them off to text from their phones

New Teslas are now driving themselves to their respective loading docks and will soon be in a fleet of autonomous vehicles that will form the basis of the paid Robotaxi ride-share service.

Daniel Zlatev, 31 Jan 2025 13:28

Tesla cars have rear charging port because of Elon Musk's rented garage

Most Americans don't back into a parking spot, so Tesla engineers wanted the charging port placement at the front, but Elon Musk overruled them for a funny personal reason.

Daniel Zlatev, 31 Jan 2025 09:34

The Mapfour N1 Pro. (Image source: Engwe)

Mapfour N1 and N1 Pro hyped as upcoming high-tech carbon-fiber frame e-bikes

Mapfour is a new brand created by the OEM Engwe for its upcoming foray into carbon-fiber e-bikes. It is set to launch soon alongside its inaugural N1 series, the Pro version of which is hyped to come with the company's fastest-cha...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jan 2025 19:08

2026 Model Y may be part of Tesla's autonomous ride-share fleet (Image source: GeekLaii/Weibo)

Driverless Model Y Juniper and Model 3 set to launch paid Tesla robotaxi service in Texas

The robotaxi fleet will start testing Tesla's upcoming Cybercab ride-share platform in June to iron out its kinks before the general Model Y or Model 3 owning public can hop on and loan it their vehicles for money.

Daniel Zlatev, 30 Jan 2025 14:38

Older Teslas with HW3 computers will get an upgrade (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla will eat the HW3 computer upgrade costs of those who bought FSD to make unsupervised driving work on older vehicles

Tesla may not be able to make FSD 13 or FSD 14 run as it should on its older vehicles with Hardware 3.0 computers, and will be incurring upgrade costs.

Daniel Zlatev, 30 Jan 2025 10:42

The 2026 Model Y in Ultra Red (Image source: GeekLai/Weibo)

2026 Tesla Model Y is the official name for the Juniper refresh release

While Tesla keeps calling its upcoming Juniper facelift that is supposed to be released in March the New Model Y Launch Series, its official model year is something different.

Daniel Zlatev, 29 Jan 2025 16:52

Model 3 has low fuel and maintenance, but high insurance costs (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Model Y and Model 3 are among the cheapest cars to maintain but insurance weighs on Tesla ownership costs

The Tesla Model 3 and Model Y have some of the lowest running costs among America's bestselling vehicles, but the difference with a gas-powered Corolla is negligible.

Daniel Zlatev, 28 Jan 2025 21:44

Gravity one-ups Cybertruck at Superchargers (Image source: Lucid)

Cybertruck vs Gravity: Lucid beats Tesla at charging speed on its own Superchargers

All Tesla V4 Superchargers in North America can now deliver up to 325 kW charging speeds for the Cybertruck, but that won't be enough.

Daniel Zlatev, 28 Jan 2025 21:30

Decathlon has discounted the E-Feel 900S Team Edition e-bike in some European countries. (Image source: Decathlon)

Deal | Decathlon Rockrider E-Feel 900S Team Edition e-bike now discounted

Decathlon has reduced the price of the Rockrider E-Feel 900S Team Edition e-bike in some countries. Customers in countries like the Netherlands, France and Ireland can now get between €500 and €900 off the typical price. Key featu...

Polly Allcock, 28 Jan 2025 16:15

The front Model Y light bar can be turned off (Image source: daltybrewer/X)

2025 Tesla Model Y Juniper refresh light bar can be switched off

The new Tesla Model Y facelift comes with two light bars, both at the front and at the rear, and these offer some intriguing illumination possibilities.

Daniel Zlatev, 27 Jan 2025 13:33

Cybertruck camera washer lands on 2025 Model Y (Image source: Eduardo Arcos/X)

New Tesla Model Y FSD camera cleaning system demonstrated on the 2025 Juniper refresh

Tesla has addressed one of the major Model Y owner complaints about its FSD hardware set that rendered the feature unusable due to dirty cameras.

Daniel Zlatev, 26 Jan 2025 17:55

Model Y Juniper frunk can be drained (Image source: DaltyBrewer/X)

2025 Model Y frunk turns into aquarium to test new Juniper drain plug action

The Tesla Model Y Juniper refresh comes with a drain plug at the bottom of the frunk that opens up cooler usage scenarios, and its draining speed has now been put to the test.

Daniel Zlatev, 26 Jan 2025 17:03

New Model Y is now driving around California without camo (Image source: GrammPiter/X)

2025 Model Y ASMR tour demos all the Juniper lights and sounds down to trunk gate safety test

New 2025 Model Y Juniper review images and videos have appeared, demonstrating the responsiveness of the automated trunk gate if a human hand is detected, the work of the turn signals, and the Juniper light show.

Daniel Zlatev, 25 Jan 2025 12:47

Air 30 Ultra: New e-bike with automatic gear shifting. (Image source: Ado)

Air 30 Ultra: New e-bike comes with automatic gearshift, discreet look and belt drive

The Ado Air 30 is a new electric bike that comes with an automatic gearshift, anti-theft GPS and an ultra-slim removable battery with an estimated 62 miles of range.

Silvio Werner, 25 Jan 2025 00:50

New Tesla Model Y in Ultra Red color (Image source: Sawyer Merritt/X)

First 2025 Model Y reviews detail ride comfort and new interior features like smart seat folding

The first 2025 Tesla Model Y Juniper refresh video reviews are out, and they detail every nook and cranny that's been upgraded on the facelift.

Daniel Zlatev, 24 Jan 2025 10:47

The 2025 Model Y has arrived in the US (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla sets 2025 Model Y release date in the US and offers $599 lease with free FSD and tax credit compensation

The range of the new Model Y Juniper refresh is listed as 320 miles according to Tesla's internal tests that are typically more conservative than the EPA estimate.

Daniel Zlatev, 24 Jan 2025 04:48

Model Y Juniper buyers may have to face higher prices (Image source: Technojawa/X)

Model Y prices go up drastically before the Juniper release as Trump tariffs are about to take hold in Canada

The loss of the federal rebate and the tariffs that President Trump's administration is about to levy on imports from neighboring countries are taking a drastic toll on the Tesla Model Y and Model 3 prices.

Daniel Zlatev, 23 Jan 2025 19:17

Tesla uses controllers to drive Cybercab at expos (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Robotaxi caught testing shuttle service with dummy steering as Tesla outs Cybercab apparel merch

Tesla apparently has ways to control its Robotaxi/Cybercab manually despite that it is not supposed to have a steering wheel or pedals when it launches, initially in an employee shuttle service fleet.

Daniel Zlatev, 23 Jan 2025 18:11

Old vs new 2025 Model Y rears (Image source: OnlyBuyaTesla/X)

First 2025 Model Y Juniper review photos reveal the new interior and fresh Glacial Blue color

Reviewers have managed to take a number of 2025 Model Y pictures in the flesh, including a comparison between the old and new models.

Daniel Zlatev, 22 Jan 2025 19:39

FSD reverse path is now showing on HW3 cars (Image source: Scotty4Scott/X)

Tesla bringing FSD reverse to HW3 vehicles and may lower insurance premiums for autonomous driving

Tesla is trying hard to shoehorn the latest FSD v13 edition of its autonomous driving software into vehicles with older Hardware 3.0 computers, and is notching some successes.

Daniel Zlatev, 22 Jan 2025 10:21

Xiaomi CEO reveals SU7 deliveries have surpassed 150000 (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi CEO announces SU7 deliveries surpass 150,000 units

New-kid-on-the-block Xiaomi has crossed the 150,000 deliveries mark for the SU7 EV, according to the company's chairman and CEO.

David Odejide, 21 Jan 2025 23:18

Latest app update references Tesla's upcoming drive-in diner Supercharger

Tesla's drive-in diner Supercharger may be getting near to opening, according to information obtained from the EV maker's mobile app update.

David Odejide, 21 Jan 2025 22:27

The Kia EV6 and EV9 will gain access to NACS chargers in the next few months. (Image source: Kia)

Kia delays Tesla Supercharger access for EV6 and EV9 at last minute

Kia EV6 and EV9 owners in the US will have to wait a little longer for Tesla Supercharger access. In September, the company announced that these electric vehicles would be able to charge at over 16,500 North American Charging Stan...

Polly Allcock, 21 Jan 2025 14:29

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Tesla robotaxi platform features appear in the app as riders can rate how clean the unsupervised Model Y Juniper is

Dartsolar prototypes 2,000-watt solar charging roof rack for EVs

Tesla is unlocking Model Y Juniper cabin radar functions on older Model Ys as it offers free hardware replacement

Tesla combating theft by stamping name on Supercharger cables

Tesla: Production and deliveries fall in 2024 for the first time in years

Model Y Juniper refresh comes with adaptive high beam headlights as Tesla will also unlock them on old Model Y in the US

Deal | Schwinn’s Mendocino hybrid e-bike with 45-mile range drops to lowest-ever price on Amazon

BYD beats Tesla Cybertruck with a 20-degree rear steering on Denza EV that can crab walk and park itself in tight spaces

Tesla’s Colorado store attacked for the third time

Tesla sales plummet across Europe: Elon Musk's political activities seem to harm the company

Longer Model Y Juniper range now official as Tesla praises its new 'most efficient' tires for their low rolling resistance

Two Chinese EV makers announce DeepSeek integration

Better Model Y Juniper range due to quieter A/C with oscillating vents and double-coated panoramic roof

Rivian beats Tesla to a commercial electric delivery van with release date slated for April

Official Model Y Juniper refresh EPA range test estimate is out and it runs longer on a charge despite using the same battery

It’s official: The Kia EV5 is not launching in the US

Cybercab may be profitable at $15,000 price as Tesla demos how robotaxis will be cleaned between trips

Decathlon reveals new Rockrider E-ACTV 100 e-bike priced at €999

Xiaomi SU7 Ultra to hit Chinese showrooms from February 2025

Model Y Juniper expected to last 20 years as Tesla vehicles now beat diesel car lifespan in new EV longevity study

Tesla Cybertruck is now much cheaper as 'most American' pickup can be discounted with government tax credit

Kia updates EV6 and EV9 owners on Tesla Supercharger access as free accessory arrives

Model Y Juniper facelift panel gap alignment looks off with parallax effect from the sectioned light bar

Tesla drops insurance premiums for those who drive on FSD

Tesla sweetens Cybertruck deal with free wraps; offers leases starting at $750/month

Tesla prices increase by up to CA$9,000 on Canada tariffs as it lowers Cybertruck lease in the US and bumps Model 3 referrals fivefold

Pebble readies the Pebble Flow smart RV for production

Tesla Autopilot and FSD are now 6x safer than human drivers who turn them off to text from their phones

Tesla cars have rear charging port because of Elon Musk's rented garage

Mapfour N1 and N1 Pro hyped as upcoming high-tech carbon-fiber frame e-bikes

Driverless Model Y Juniper and Model 3 set to launch paid Tesla robotaxi service in Texas

Tesla will eat the HW3 computer upgrade costs of those who bought FSD to make unsupervised driving work on older vehicles

2026 Tesla Model Y is the official name for the Juniper refresh release

Model Y and Model 3 are among the cheapest cars to maintain but insurance weighs on Tesla ownership costs

Cybertruck vs Gravity: Lucid beats Tesla at charging speed on its own Superchargers

Deal | Decathlon Rockrider E-Feel 900S Team Edition e-bike now discounted

2025 Tesla Model Y Juniper refresh light bar can be switched off

New Tesla Model Y FSD camera cleaning system demonstrated on the 2025 Juniper refresh

2025 Model Y frunk turns into aquarium to test new Juniper drain plug action

2025 Model Y ASMR tour demos all the Juniper lights and sounds down to trunk gate safety test

Air 30 Ultra: New e-bike comes with automatic gearshift, discreet look and belt drive

First 2025 Model Y reviews detail ride comfort and new interior features like smart seat folding

Tesla sets 2025 Model Y release date in the US and offers $599 lease with free FSD and tax credit compensation

Model Y prices go up drastically before the Juniper release as Trump tariffs are about to take hold in Canada

Robotaxi caught testing shuttle service with dummy steering as Tesla outs Cybercab apparel merch

First 2025 Model Y Juniper review photos reveal the new interior and fresh Glacial Blue color

Tesla bringing FSD reverse to HW3 vehicles and may lower insurance premiums for autonomous driving

Xiaomi CEO announces SU7 deliveries surpass 150,000 units

Latest app update references Tesla's upcoming drive-in diner Supercharger

Kia delays Tesla Supercharger access for EV6 and EV9 at last minute

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