Tesla did not disappoint in consumers’ trust rankings. According to the latest survey about consumers trust in top tech companies, Tesla is in pretty solid shape with lack of trust from just 1% of consumers. The worst score is 40% (Facebook), followed by Twitter and Amazon (both 8%). “According to a December survey of 1,000… Continue reading Tesla Among Most Trusted Tech Brands: Facebook Least
Month: December 2018
Time-Lapse Shows Model 3 Assembly Line
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Tesla has released a video that follows a Model 3 down the production line to completion. The time-lapse footage titled “How Model 3 gets made” takes just 48 seconds for the vehicle to go from a bare shell to a red Model 3 with white interior. It’s a rare look into the Tesla Fremont factory and… Continue reading Time-Lapse Shows Model 3 Assembly Line
Tesla Names New Board Directors – Larry Ellison, Kathleen Wilson-Thompson
Tesla has appointed Oracle founder Larry Ellison and Walgreens Boots Alliance’s Global Chief Human Resources Officer Kathleen Wilson-Thompson to its board of directors. The company was required under the terms of a settlement with the SEC to appoint two new directors. The settlement was related to Chief Executive Elon Musk’s tweets about a plan to… Continue reading Tesla Names New Board Directors – Larry Ellison, Kathleen Wilson-Thompson
IIHS: New Tesla Model 3 Reflector Headlights Improve Car’s Safety
Tiny tweaks improve safety. No car is safe at night if you can’t see the road that lies ahead. Yet, few safety agencies test headlights. One exception is the IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety). According to the IIHS, any Tesla Model 3 built after June 2018 has a “good” rating for standard LED reflector headlights. Meanwhile,… Continue reading IIHS: New Tesla Model 3 Reflector Headlights Improve Car’s Safety
By End Of 2019, Tesla Autopilot Miles Likely To Top 2.3 Billion
More miles means more learning and a more accurate system. Tesla Autopilot miles now stand at some 1 billion, but by the end of next year, that figure will grow exponentially to 2.3 billion or so. Though Autopilot is still far from perfect, the system has improved over time by learning. As more and more… Continue reading By End Of 2019, Tesla Autopilot Miles Likely To Top 2.3 Billion
Musk: Supercharger Network Will Reach 100% of Europe Next Year
Tesla’s European Supercharging network is set for a big expansion in 2019, according to a tweet from Chief Executive Elon Musk. “Supercharger coverage will extend to 100% of Europe next year,” Musk tweeted. “From Ireland to Kiev, from Norway to Turkey.” Yes. Supercharger coverage will extend to 100% of Europe next year. From Ireland to Kiev,… Continue reading Musk: Supercharger Network Will Reach 100% of Europe Next Year
Tesla Establishes Financial Leasing Unit in China
Tesla has registered a new financing leasing company in China, a move that could help further its business in the country while it works to significantly increase local manufacturing. Reuters first-reported the news, citing China’s National Enterprise Information Publicity System. The filing shows that that Tesla “has opened a wholly-owned financial leasing unit in Shanghai’s… Continue reading Tesla Establishes Financial Leasing Unit in China
SpaceX Completes National Security Mission With GPS Launch
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]SpaceX launched its final mission of the year Sunday, successfully putting into orbit a new generation of GPS, built by Lockheed Martin. A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched from Cape Canaveral, SpaceX’s 21st launch of the year. The launch was five days delayed because of trouble with first stage propellant temperatures Tuesday and stormy weather… Continue reading SpaceX Completes National Security Mission With GPS Launch
Tesla Working ‘Round The Clock To Deliver Cars Before Tax Credit Drops
Get in on the full tax credit while it lasts The Tesla end-of-year sales push is now truly on. Several times now, Tesla or Elon Musk has called attention to the fact that the full $7,500 tax credit for Teslas is soon to enter the phaseout stage. However, now we’ve got an official announcement straight… Continue reading Tesla Working ‘Round The Clock To Deliver Cars Before Tax Credit Drops
Volvo Releases New Vera Electric Semi Truck Video
Will the Volvo semi become a new leader in the future of electric, autonomous semi trucks? Volvo has everything it takes to succeed in the electric, autonomous semi truck market. While it may be years before Tesla brings its all-electric semi truck to market, we’re well aware of its potential. Additionally, we already know that… Continue reading Volvo Releases New Vera Electric Semi Truck Video