Month: February 2019

Tesla’s Sentry Mode Aims to Protect Against Theft, Break-Ins

Tesla has rolled out a new security system that aims to protect against theft and break-ins. “Sentry Mode” adds a unique layer of protection to Tesla vehicles by continuously monitoring the environment around a car when it’s left unattended, Tesla said in a release. “When enabled, Sentry Mode enters a ‘Standby’ state, like many home… Continue reading Tesla’s Sentry Mode Aims to Protect Against Theft, Break-Ins

For Electric Trucks, 500-Mile Range Seems To Be The Sweet Spot

We like big trucks and we cannot lie. Dimensions…hmm. Probably quite a bit more than Sir Mix-A-Lot says. Ain’t no 24 here. Unless we’re talking feet of cargo-hauling capability. Those small, consumer-grade electric pickup trucks need not apply to this discussion. We’ve got nothing against the like of the Rivian R1T electric truck or the upcoming… Continue reading For Electric Trucks, 500-Mile Range Seems To Be The Sweet Spot

Tesla Co-Founder Martin Eberhard On EV Growth: Video

Every year electric cars get better and better CNBC had the recent opportunity to speak with Tesla co-founder and former CEO Martin Eberhard. He spoke on topics like the future of electric car growth, Tesla and how much has changed in the EV field. Martin Eberhard noted that global plug-in EV sales reached about 2% market… Continue reading Tesla Co-Founder Martin Eberhard On EV Growth: Video

Survey: Consumers Willing To Pay More For Plug-In Vehicles

Most consumers would consider an alternative propulsion vehicle – even at a higher price. According to a national survey conducted by market researcher InnovateMR, the majority of automotive consumers are interested in alternative propulsion options such as plug-in hybrids and battery electric vehicles. Even if the upfront cost is higher than a traditional ICE vehicle… Continue reading Survey: Consumers Willing To Pay More For Plug-In Vehicles

Elon Musk Tours Operations in Europe

Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk examined the company’s operations in Europe as the first Model 3 deliveries arrive. Musk tweeted Saturday that he was visiting Tilburg in the Netherlands, the Belgian port city of Zeebrugge, and both Tesla’s headquarters in Amsterdam and Oslo. Just left Zeebrugge, now Tilburg, then Tesla HQ in Amsterdam & Oslo… Continue reading Elon Musk Tours Operations in Europe

Tesla Offers Free Enhanced Autopilot on Model 3 Orders in China

Tesla has sweetened the deal for a Model 3 in China by making the Enhanced Autopilot package standard. Tesla’s order pages for China now show Enhanced Autopilot as standard on all orders rather than as a 46,000 RMB (~$6,800) option. Order pages for the Model S and X still show Enhanced Autopilot as a paid… Continue reading Tesla Offers Free Enhanced Autopilot on Model 3 Orders in China

Tesla Model 3 2170 Energy Density Compared To Bolt, Model S P100D

Does the Tesla Model 3 really have the highest energy density? Energy density can either be based on weight or volume. In the case of energy density by weight we need to know the energy of one cell (usually in watt-hours) and the weight (usually in kg). Similarly, in the case of volumetric energy density… Continue reading Tesla Model 3 2170 Energy Density Compared To Bolt, Model S P100D

Tesla Launches Merch Shop on Amazon

If you’re in the market for a Tesla mug, model, hoodie, cap, or iPhone case, the automaker has set up an official store on Amazon.com. Tesla has previously sold branded merchandise and accessories ranging from infant onesies to floormats on its ‘Tesla Shop’ website, which remains live. The following products are available on Tesla’s Amazon… Continue reading Tesla Launches Merch Shop on Amazon