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Tesla Unveils New Basecharger for Semi Fleet Charging
Tesla is expanding the ecosystem around its electric Semi. The company just started high-volume Semi production at its dedicated factory in Sparks, Nevada, and with plans for an eventual capacity of 50,000 units annually, the focus has shifted to building...
SpaceX's Starlink Powers New Direct-to-Satellite Cattle Collars
Halter has officially announced direct-to-satellite connectivity for its smart cattle collars. Using SpaceXs Starlink network, the system delivers a world-first approach that removes the need for physical cell towers or any local on-ranch network infrastructure. This deserves more attention, because...
Tesla to End One-Time FSD Purchases in the Netherlands
Tesla is rapidly extending its latest business approach to Europe. The company is ending one-time Full Self-Driving (FSD) purchases in the Netherlands. A notice on Tesla’s Dutch vehicle configurator states that the option to buy FSD outright for €7,500 will...
Tesla Update 2026.8 — The Undocumented Changes
Tesla Update 2026.8 — The Undocumented ChangesMost of the Tesla fleet has now moved to Tesla version 2026.8. If you are on the FSD branch, you remain on update 2026.2 for now. Those vehicles are expected to receive an FSD...
A Closer Look at Tesla's Larger Spring Update Icons and How Much Bigger They Are
Tesla has introduced a series of subtle interface changes in the Spring 2026 Software Update, which began rolling out with version 2026.14 and later, refreshing the main touchscreen’s icons. Headline additions include the new Pet Mode and the dedicated "Hey...
SpaceX Locks In $10B AI Partnership With Cursor; Ability to Buy for $60B
SpaceX announced on X a strategic partnership with AI coding startup Cursor that includes an option to purchase the company for $60 billion, marking one of the most assertive consolidation moves in artificial intelligence.The Colossus AdvantageThe companies plan to combine...
Tesla Issues Physical Recall for Cybertruck 18-Inch Steel Wheels; Reveals RWD Cybertruck Sales
Tesla has issued a physical safety recall for a specific subset of Cybertrucks. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) published a notice describing a mechanical issue affecting vehicles equipped with factory 18-inch steel wheels.In addition to the safety details,...
How Tesla Solves for GPS Deadzones: Fixing Parking Garages and Future-Proofing For Optimus
Automakers have long depended on the Global Positioning System (GPS) to guide vehicles, which works well on open roads but fails in places where satellite signals disappear—such as underground areas, multi-level parking structures, and dense urban canyons. For a person,...
Tesla Kicks Off High-Volume Semi Production in Nevada
Tesla has achieved a long-anticipated milestone in its push to electrify heavy trucking. The company announced that the first unit of its refreshed Semi has come off a new high-volume production line in Nevada, shifting from limited builds to industrial-scale...