Two-factor authentication is coming to Tesla’s accounts after being “embarrassingly late,” Chief Executive Elon Musk said in a tweet. Musk said the security feature is undergoing “final validation” and should be released to Tesla customers soon. Two-factor authentication is an extra layer of security for online services beyond just a username and password. For example,… Continue reading Musk Says Two-Factor ID Coming Soon
Month: August 2020
Musk Touts ‘Quantum Leap” in Full Self-Driving Performance
A “quantum leap” improvement is coming to Tesla’s Autopilot software in six to 10 weeks, Chief Executive Elon Musk said a tweet. Musk called the new software a “fundamental architectural rewrite, not an incremental tweak.” Musk said his personal car is running a “bleeding edge alpha build” of the software, which he also mentioned during Tesla’s… Continue reading Musk Touts ‘Quantum Leap” in Full Self-Driving Performance
Hiring, Construction for Giga Texas at ‘Full Speed’
Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk has called the Gigafactory a “machine that builds the machine.” The effort for efficient factories has received more attention since the automaker began a significant expansion. After completing construction of Giga Shanghai in less than a year, Tesla has developed a sense of pride about the speed it can pop… Continue reading Hiring, Construction for Giga Texas at ‘Full Speed’
Which PPF Install Method is Better?
People argue that if the results are professional and precise, it makes no difference what method is used for your paint protection film installation. But if you’re wondering what really happens during an installation, this won’t win you over. You’ll want to understand bulk and pattern methods – especially since one involves using a sharp… Continue reading Which PPF Install Method is Better?
Tesla Announces Stock Split
Tesla announced Tuesday a 5-for-1 stock split in an effort to bring the highly-price stock down to attract more investors. According to a SEC filing: Each stockholder of record on August 21, 2020 will receive a dividend of four additional shares of common stock for each then-held share, to be distributed after close of trading… Continue reading Tesla Announces Stock Split
SpaceX May Build Resort at Texas Facility
Before SpaceX starts hosting people on Mars, the company may host them at a resort located at its Texas Gulf Coast spaceport. SpaceX is advertising for a Resort Development Manager that would be responsible for building the resort in Boca Chica, Texas. “SpaceX is committed to developing this town into a 21st century Spaceport,” the… Continue reading SpaceX May Build Resort at Texas Facility
Tesla’s Latest Software Release Includes Safety, Performance Features
Tesla released its latest software update (2020.32.1), which includes a number of safety and performance improvements. Tesla is now offering “Dynamic Brake Lights” in new markets after releasing the feature to Europe in March 2019. Unfortunately, the functionality will likely not be available in the United States for some time. Government regulations indicate that brake… Continue reading Tesla’s Latest Software Release Includes Safety, Performance Features
SpaceX Delivers 57 Satellites for Starlink Broadband Program
SpaceX’s Starlink constellation added Friday 57 satellites that bring the total in orbit to 595. The company aims to use the satellites to beam internet service around the world. A Falcon 9 launched at 1:12 a.m. ET from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, with the first stage booster successfully landing eight minutes later on SpaceX’s “Of Course I Still Love… Continue reading SpaceX Delivers 57 Satellites for Starlink Broadband Program
Cadillac Introduces Luxury Electric SUV
The Cadillac LYRIC electric luxury crossover was debuted by the automaker Thursday. The LYRIQ is based on GM’s next-generation, modular electric vehicle platform, expected to offer “beyond 300 miles of range on a full charge,” according to a release. The vehicle will be offered in rear-wheel drive and performance all-wheel drive configurations. The LYRIQ is… Continue reading Cadillac Introduces Luxury Electric SUV
Officials Vote to Expand Boring Company Tunnels in Las Vegas
The Boring Company’s project in Las Vegas received Wednesday a vote for expansion by county officials. Bloomberg reported that the Clark County Commission approved two additional tunnels connecting hotels with the Las Vegas Convention Center. Boring Company describes the “Loop” as an all-electric, zero-emissions, high-speed underground public transportation system in which passengers are transported via compatible Autonomous… Continue reading Officials Vote to Expand Boring Company Tunnels in Las Vegas