[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]With SpaceX set for the historic launch of Falcon Heavy next month, the company raised the rocket vertical Thursday on launch pad 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Falcon Heavy, which is expected to be the most powerful rocket ever launched, has suffered setbacks for years. But, with the launch vehicle now on… Continue reading Falcon Heavy Raised Vertical at Kennedy Space Center
Month: December 2017
Petition Launched to Enable Spotify for Tesla Owners in North America
Following Elon Musk’s request for feedback this week, a former digital music executive launched an online petition to have Spotify enabled in Tesla vehicles. The petition notes that Tesla has already enabled this feature in European Tesla models, but not for North American Tesla owners. “We request Tesla enable this feature for U.S./North American Tesla… Continue reading Petition Launched to Enable Spotify for Tesla Owners in North America
Musk Responds to Requests for Rain-Sensing Wipers, Disco Mode
On Tuesday, Tesla CEO Elon Musk asked followers for suggestions to improve Tesla’s product offerings. And, he quickly agreed to implement a few of the suggestions. For instance, he replied to a request for remote operated heated windows, seats and steering wheel by saying to expect the feature in the company’s next software update. Should… Continue reading Musk Responds to Requests for Rain-Sensing Wipers, Disco Mode
Tesla to Produce Pickup After Model Y Rollout
Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirmed that a pickup truck will be the the company’s next product following the Model Y crossover. In fact, he says he’s “dying to build it.” Production of the Model Y is slated for 2019. The vehicle is expected to share architecture with the Model 3, which is expected to help… Continue reading Tesla to Produce Pickup After Model Y Rollout
Musk Sends ‘Note of Deep Gratitude’ to Tesla Owners
Tesla CEO Elon Musk sent Tuesday “a note of deep gratitude” to Tesla owners for “taking a chance on a new company that all experts said would fail.” Wanted again to send a note of deep gratitude to Tesla owners WW for taking a chance on a new company that all experts said would fail.… Continue reading Musk Sends ‘Note of Deep Gratitude’ to Tesla Owners
How I Created My DIY Clear Aero Wheel Covers
It all started at a Tesla service center in Vancouver BC in the summer of 2016 when I was talking to an employee about the wheels. I asked why there was a difference between the 19-inch wheels and the 21-inch wheels in terms of efficiency. The rep told me it had to do with the… Continue reading How I Created My DIY Clear Aero Wheel Covers
Tesla Releases “Santa Mode” in Latest Software Push
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Tesla has a holiday present for owners in its latest software release, an Easter Egg called “Santa Mode.” Elon Musk announced the surprise on Twitter. When you get the new Tesla software update, go Ho Ho Ho. There’s an Easter egg inside the Easter egg, but it’s not funny. — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) December 23,… Continue reading Tesla Releases “Santa Mode” in Latest Software Push
SpaceX Completes Final Mission of 2017
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]SpaceX successfully launched Friday its 18th rocket of the year, a new record for a private space company. The previous record was 16 missions, achieved by United Launch Alliance in 2009. A Falcon 9 booster lifted off from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California carrying 10 communications satellites for the commercial Iridium Next constellation. The rocket… Continue reading SpaceX Completes Final Mission of 2017
Picture Shows Elon Musk’s Roadster Prepared for Mission to Mars
Earlier this month, Elon Musk tweeted that Falcon Heavy’s “payload will be my midnight cherry Tesla Roadster playing Space Oddity,” referring to a song by David Bowie. “Destination is Mars orbit. Will be in deep space for a billion years or so if it doesn’t blow up on ascent.” Now, a photo suggests he wasn’t… Continue reading Picture Shows Elon Musk’s Roadster Prepared for Mission to Mars
Musk Says ‘Major Navigation Overhaul’ Coming in 2018
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said today that a “major navigation overhaul” is coming to Tesla vehicles in 2018. Retweeting a TMC post, Musk teased “some cool software updates.” Glad to see that Tesla owners are having a good experience. Working to improve further. Some cool software updates coming soon. https://t.co/16NabnHeuD — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) December… Continue reading Musk Says ‘Major Navigation Overhaul’ Coming in 2018