Understanding The Decline In Tesla’s FSD Take Rate

On August 31st, 2021, “Troy Teslike” tweeted data from his long running survey of thousands of Tesla vehicle buyers, showing a low take rate for FSD, Tesla’s “Full Self Driving” software add-on offered since late 2016. For Q2 2021, that survey shows a worldwide FSD take rate of only 11% across all Tesla models, compared… Continue reading Understanding The Decline In Tesla’s FSD Take Rate

TMC Member Reviews Model S Infotainment Upgrade

Tesla announced earlier this month that owners of Model S and Model X vehicles built March 2018 or earlier are eligible for a $2,500 “Infotainment Upgrade.” TMC Member zanary picked up his 2017 Model S from the service center Monday with a fresh install of the new computer, the same you’ll find a brand new… Continue reading TMC Member Reviews Model S Infotainment Upgrade

When Will Tesla Deliver Details on Semi Production?

Elon Musk shared an image of Tesla’s future this week – an all-electric Semi delivering a trailer full of electric cars. But, he didn’t share any additional details on when that future will arrive. The Tesla Semi was first introduced in November 2017 with production slated to begin this year. The vehicle has attracted orders… Continue reading When Will Tesla Deliver Details on Semi Production?

Gearheads Can Still Enjoy the Tesla Model 3

Three thousand miles ago, my wife and I purchased a Dual Motor Long Range Tesla Model 3. It is the best vehicle I’ve ever owned. Now listen, I’m not some millennial who upgraded from a Prius, but a lifelong, consummate gearhead. My last five daily drivers consisted of two John Cooper Works Minis and every modern iteration… Continue reading Gearheads Can Still Enjoy the Tesla Model 3

After Building World’s Biggest Battery, Tesla Energy Expects Revenue Growth in 2019

This screen grab from an undated handout video from a drone received by AFP on December 1, 2017 from French energy firm Neoen shows the Tesla 100 MW/129 MWh Powerpack system by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk in the rural town of Jamestown, 200km north of Adelaide. The world's biggest battery was officially launched in Australia on December 1, with the Elon Musk-driven project powered up early to meet peak demand amid a bout of hot weather, officials said. / AFP PHOTO / Neoen / Handout / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - MANDATORY CREDIT "AFP PHOTO / NEOEN" - NO MARKETING NO ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS - DISTRIBUTED AS A SERVICE TO CLIENTS == NO ARCHIVE HANDOUT/AFP/Getty Images

It makes sense that Tesla would open its full year update on its energy products division by talking about the Model 3 sedan. There’s no doubt that production of the new sedan stole the spotlight in the product suite, but Tesla Energy still managed to hum along. Tesla Energy currently consists of the following products:… Continue reading After Building World’s Biggest Battery, Tesla Energy Expects Revenue Growth in 2019

With Waymo’s Launch of Robo-Rides, When Can We Call a Tesla Taxi?

FCA US LLC announced today an agreement to supply thousands of Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivans to Waymo to support the launch of the world’s first driverless ride-hailing service. (PRNewsfoto/FCA US LLC)

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Waymo, a unit of Alphabet Inc., launched this week the first driverless-car service in the U.S. The service, called Waymo One, works just like other popular ride-hailing providers – punch a button on your cellphone to summon a ride, which arrives in minutes. And while there’s a human in the driver’s seat, they’re not in… Continue reading With Waymo’s Launch of Robo-Rides, When Can We Call a Tesla Taxi?

Tesla Semi Helps Spur Zero-Emissions Trucking Industry

It seems we’re just a few years away from silencing the chug-a-lug of diesel motors pumping smoke through semi truck exhaust stacks. Tesla has certainly attracted headlines with its all-electric truck dubbed Tesla Semi. What’s more, it has attracted orders. Companies like Anheuser-Busch, PepsiCo, FedEx, UPS, and Walmart have all helped push reservations for the… Continue reading Tesla Semi Helps Spur Zero-Emissions Trucking Industry

TMC Garage: Patrick Connor’s Model X and Model 3

TMC member Patrick Connor (patrick0101) has been driving EVs since 2007, but has always kept a gas car as a backup. Living in Portland, Ore., Patrick wanted an EV that he could take camping and skiing. In 2016, he found just the car he needed – allowing him to ditch the gas car and still hit… Continue reading TMC Garage: Patrick Connor’s Model X and Model 3