Tesla has confirmed it intends to enter the world of ride-sharing in an announcement by its CEO, Elon Musk. The idea isn’t new though; Elon Musk first teased a Tesla-developed ride sharing platform with the release of the company’s ‘Master Plan, Part Deux’ back in July this year. In that […]
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LA police testing Tesla Model S for patrol fleet
The Tesla Model S may be the next addition to the Los Angeles Police Department’s fleet, according to reports. Just months ago the LAPD said the Model S was too expensive to be considered as an option for its patrol cars. Now though, it seems things have pivoted, accepting two […]
German transport ministry calls for Tesla to withdraw ‘autopilot’ advertising
Germany’s federal transport ministry has asked Tesla to halt marketing its autonomous driving technology as ‘Autopilot’, saying the name is misleading to the public. The Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) has issued a statement saying the ‘Autopilot’ name insinuates the driver’s attention is not necessary. Alexander Dobrindt, a spokesperson for […]
Tesla posts higher sales than leading luxury brands in US
Tesla is reigning supreme in the US in sales, extending its lead in the luxury sedan market over rivals like BMW, Mercedes and Audi at their own game with a 59 per cent increase this year. In an almost unheard of surge in US sales, Tesla Model S deliveries jumped […]
Tesla to unveil ‘unexpected product’ on Oct. 17, says Elon Musk
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has taken to Twitter, teasing the launch of an unknown product in a week’s time. Musk recently tweeted: “Tesla product unveiling on the 17th (unexpected by most), followed by Tesla/SolarCity on the 28th,” which has since caused the automotive world to speculate as to what the […]
Tesla files lawsuit against state of Michigan after sales ban
The battle between Tesla and the state of Michigan has heated up once again, with Tesla filing the first lawsuit in its history after being shut-out from selling vehicles in the US state. As it stands, Tesla is unable to sell its vehicles due to legislation introduced by Republicans in […]
Tesla Model S racing car revealed for Electric GT championship
A new Electric GT series commencing next year will feature a racing version of the Tesla Model S, as showcased in a video that has popped up on YouTube. Electric GT is open to several manufacturers, but presently the only car which fits the profile is the Tesla Model S. […]
Tesla Mode S crashes into gym, driver blames car
Tesla is categorically denying claims from the driver of a Tesla Model S that ploughed through the glass wall of a gym, who said the car accelerated itself. As you can see from the video below, the Model S slowly crawls through the parking lot before turning right, then it […]