Tesla Short Shorts: Where to get them and what’s the fuss about?

Everything Elon Musk does becomes news. Sometimes it’s dead serious, others… not so much. The Tesla Short Shorts are definitely one of the wackier things Tesla has done at Musk’s behest. But what are they? And where can you still get Tesla Short Shorts? Also read: 10 of the fastest electric cars ever made: UItimate power …

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15 essential facts and figures about the Tesla Gigafactory

The futuristic Tesla Gigafactory could literally power the world. It’s just that important. With patience, guile and no shortage of skill, Elon Musk has annexed the world energy industry with an ever-improving line of batteries. This factory was never about cars. It was always bigger than that. Now Tesla has the Powerwall and the purchase …

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Turn the Tesla Cybertruck into an electric boat with Cybercat

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Even though the Tesla Cybertruck hasn’t been released yet, engineers are already working on some pretty sweet third-party accessories. Including the ability to turn the Cybertruck into an electric boat! Developed by Anthony Diamond, the Cybercat allows the Cybertruck to conquer land and sea. See also: Tesla Cybertruck overview The idea came when Elon Musk …

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Tesla opens charging stations to all EV drivers in France and Norway

Tesla has been ramping up efforts to make its extensive global network of fast-charging stations accessible to all EVs. The company has officially expanded its pilot program to open Superchargers to electric vehicles from all manufacturers in Norway and France. The pilot program first started in the Netherlands in November of last year. At the …

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Tesla powers new community microgrid system in Canada

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Residents of a new community in Pickering, Ontario, will be the first to receive a nested Tesla microgrid system. Powered by rooftop solar panels and Tesla’s Powerpacks, the twenty-seven homes should be entirely self-sufficient. If successful, the project can demonstrate what sustainable development and community can look like, leading to more microgrids across Canada. See …

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The Tesla Cybertruck will now come with a quad-motor powertrain

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The Tesla Cybertruck is undergoing some significant updates as it approaches its release. Even though the Cybertruck has been unchanged since its reveal in 2019, we suspected this was coming. The pattern of Tesla removing Cybertruck pricing and specs from their website back in October, followed by news that Tesla was testing new Cybertruck prototypes …

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Meet the Cyberquad for Kids, Tesla’s mini all-electric ATV

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Inspired by the iconic geometric angles of the highly anticipated Cybertruck, Tesla has quietly launched a mini-version of sorts, the Cyberquad for Kids. Adults are still waiting for their full-size Cyberquad, which Tesla promises will complement the Cybertuck and be able to fit snug into its trunk space. But for the time being, kids eight …

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Tesla software update makes in-car purchases and subscriptions possible

Tesla is now rolling out software update 2021.40.6 to its vehicles. With it comes the ability to purchase upgrades and additional features from the car itself. Spotted by Reddit user sageDieu, the update adds a new menu function in the center console.  Read more: Everything you need to know about the Tesla Model S Tesla owners …

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Tesla gifting free Supercharging during the holiday travel season

Tesla Superchargers are now free to use for Californian Tesla owners. From November 24 to November 28, Tesla is offering free charging “at Superchargers along select California travel routes.” This special offer, however, will be available during off-peak hours only. That means free Supercharging will be available to Tesla owners before 10:00 AM and after …

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