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I was going to install 2023.44.1 (update prior to recall) that was staged for my car for a while, but today it did a navigation update (to 2023.20-14566). I'm still on 2022.44.25.3 for the firmware. That seemed to have cleared the firmware update that was pending (maybe because navigation update...

Seems like Tesla have removed the "coming soon" label from “Autosteer On City Streets” For FSD option. This presumably means Tesla can now realize the revenue on the books. In terms of end user, perhaps it means the feature is now merging on the main branch (no longer FSD Beta delayed from...

For the last couple of weeks, after the car goes to sleep, I see "Mobile Access Disabled" in the app even though I checked and none of the profiles are set as such. I tried toggling it off then on and no change. I am on an old version 2022.20.7. App version was updated to 4.23.6-1844...

I came across this parody Tesla commercial done from a Steve Jobs keynote 16 years ago and it surprisingly fits very well and is quite funny:

I did a search and didn't see this posted elsewhere, but I stumbled on a fairly interesting set of tests done on the ADAS systems in the leading EVs in China in November 2022. They did 10 different scenarios (7 daylight, 3 at night) including a bunch of tests that typical standardized testing...

I'm trying to look for a 12V source in the back (can be switched or unswitched) that can be tapped into. Did a search and didn't find anything, only sources for those with the subwoofer and amp, but mine is a SR+. Was able to do trailer harness according to this thread, but looking for another...

Just got this message today: This vehicle requires a software update to at least 2022.44 in order to maintain compatibility with AT&T cellular network changes taking place on February 22, 2022. If not updated, this vehicle may no longer be compatible with receiving over-the-air software...

I am going to install a 14-50 given my free supercharger usage is about to expire. It's a fairly straight forward install as I have a existing surface mounted subpanel in my garage with the free capacity and the receptacle outlet box will just be surface mounted and right at the bottom of the...

This is fairly relevant given the huge LG Chem recalls, but there was an article with excerpt from the recent book about Tesla's history, that describes how Tesla designed the pack in the Roadster to avoid one defective cell leading to the entire pack catching on fire. Key point: Hitting the...

Looks like Tesla will be switching away from their proprietary connector to CCS2 in Taiwan. The move doesn't make a whole lot of sense practically, given Taiwan is similar to the USA in that other than Tesla proprietary, they mainly use J1772 and CCS1 (and Taiwan's standards authority seems to...

I can't find it now, but I remember seeing a thread where the front passenger seat is able to be folded all the way forward with the headrest removed. Is perhaps that only possible in the older versions (or software version)? I have a 2021 Model 3 (delivered end of 2020). Or am I missing some...

I think a bunch of discussions had people asking specifically for the full document with SAE's definitions for the different autonomy levels. Previously we only had the summary document to go by: https://www.sae.org/misc/pdfs/automated_driving.pdf In a different discussion @Bladerskb posted a...

This thread is just a stub to continue discussion on autonomous car progress by other manufacturers and avoid the continual hijacking of other useful threads to discuss this subject.

BMW/Bosch is releasing a 24kW DC charger for only $6548. Previously the cheapest DC charger on the market was the 44kW Nissan Advanced DC Quick Charger at $15,500 (the cheaper $9,900 Basic version never came out). This charger is suitcase-sized, only 100 lbs and can be wall mounted (vs the 441...

Since there's so much discussion on the CHAdeMO adapter, I decided to post a new thread about a possible SAE J1772 DC (Combo) adapter for the Model S. First thing to point out is what the socket and connector looks like: The top two are the socket and connector for J1772 DC. The bottom two are...

Sometimes it's not even for democracy, but just for overall stability. For example, the recently proposed 240,000 metric tons of food to North Korea to stop their nuclear development.

A long rant by Chris Harris of EVO Magazine about how Ferrari rigs all their journalist drive tests (basically they tune all their cars specifically for that test; sometimes they even bring two cars: one tuned for straight-line testing and one for handling)...

Bloomberg interview with Elon Musk on Model S Development Outlook http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DA5M-zhfnvA

http://green.autoblog.com/2010/09/29/jaguar-c-x75-concept/ http://jalopnik.com/5651187/jaguar-c+x75-concept-an-electric-jet-xj220-from-the-future Four 145kW (195bhp) / 400Nm (295lb ft) electric motors means 580kW (778bhp) / 1600Nm (1180lb ft) to four wheels. Two 94hp micro gas turbines are...

Looks like they try out the iMIEV and had the typical "range anxiety" experience most auto journalists seem to have. The battery bar kind of indicator in the iMIEV certainly didn't help (a "miles left" indicator instead and/or the navigation system in the Leaf would go a LONG way to address some...

First Advanced EV Propulsion R&D Alliance Set Up in Taiwan | CENS.com - The Taiwan Economic News Don't know if this is the right place to put it, but just something I stumbled on looking in Google News: I don't know if it only includes the cost of the motor (but possible since some high end...

Porsche 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid 0-60 3.2secs 198mph top speed 500hp 9,200rpm 3.4L V8 Two electric motors producing 160kW (218hp) in total One motor powers the front with a fixed ratio, while the other powers the back through a 7 speed PDK transmission (presumably mixed with the power of the...

It looks like the Toyota Prius is undergoing investigation for braking problems. Breaking: NHTSA opens investigation into Prius brake issue — Autoblog Green If Electronics are to Blame for Toyota’s Vehicle Failures, What Does this Mean for the Volt? 2010 brake system - PriusChat Forums...

The Climate Change skeptics are having a field day right now with this news story: Google News I don't know how much is quote mining, how much is accurate (the sample of email and data was "random" but likely cherry picked and it is currently unknown which is real and which might be faked or...

Tokyo Preview: Honda EV-N concept is retro-adorable, has unicycle storage — Autoblog Honda Worldwide | September 30, 2009 "Honda Announces Overview of Display for the 41st Tokyo Motor Show 2009" Looks like this will be the Honda EV. It continues Toyota/Honda's theme that EVs are only fit...

Feds Recall Lexus, Toyota Floor Mats Due To Potential For Fiery Death - Floor Mats - Jalopnik Floor mat suspected in fatal car crash - SignOnSanDiego.com Apparently a CHP officer loaned a 2008 Lexus ES350 and the accelerator pedal got stuck due to improperly installed floor mats. There were 4...

Tesla S: a model citizen - Los Angeles Times Dan Neil is the first outside the company to drive the Model S prototype. Some details: - 17 inch screen might not make it (for the ones calling for real buttons this might be good news, it's not as good news for those expecting it) - Car is only...

ge0jgudOQzc Article: 2009 Tesla Roadster - Road Test/Sports Car Central/High Performance/Hot Lists/Reviews/Car and Driver - Car And Driver First Drive: 2009 Tesla Roadster - First Drive Review/Green Machines/Car Shopping/Hot Lists/Reviews/Car and Driver - Car And Driver

Juwi seems to be a renewable energy company based in Germany. Ev9f2OytSqg

A promotional video made with stock footage: C8V5HNi6Zww

Comebacks: Tesla's Motormouth Marketer Dodged Deposit Dilemma This article says the reason Darryl left Tesla was because: "Tesla has no factory to build the car, and no financing for it. Musk recently said that Tesla had gotten $350 million in loans from the government; in fact, it hadn't, a...

Lyle from gm-volt.com gives the Tesla Roadster a test drive. The reaction from the gm-volt members should be interesting given quite a few aren't exactly Tesla fans. Related article here:GM-Volt.com Exclusive Tesla Roadster Electric Car One Day Test Drive With Video | GM-VOLT : Chevy Volt...

ZnBpd88pRLA A roadtest by Autoweek from the Netherlands if I'm not mistaken. Is Tesla still continuing a media run in Europe or is this possibly older footage?

Video and pics of running Zap Alias prototype in New Orleans - AutoblogGreen Here's some video and pictures of a running prototype of the Zap Alias. At least they made some progress on the thing. Of course a running prototype doesn't mean they will sell it as we have seen on the Obvio.

MYG2-UkZJHE There's some footage of the Roadster being driven. The related thread is here: http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/news-articles-events/2153-tesla-roadster-features-speed-podcast.html

Mercedes Blue-Zero E-Cell: Three versions: E-Cell powered by li-ion battery only, 200 km (124 mi) range E-Cell Plus adds Smart ForTwo's turbocharged three-cylinder engine with 100 km (62 mi) range battery, 600km (373 mi) total range F-Cell uses 90 kW fuel cell and goes 400 km (248 mi), 2x as...

A 1.0 Tesla running 14.5 in the quarter. Not too bad, but it was doing braket racing so it probably had to hold back. Got disqualified for being too fast. af1MF9OZSg0 Tango vs. Tesla QwiS4t8TMlI Looks like it's Jorg's car (it's his channel).

Tesla Motors - think Tesla opposes using advanced vehicle fund for Detroit bailout - AutoblogGreen Tesla just posted a blog entry showing their disapproval for the plan being pushed by some members of Congress to divert the $25 billion from the Advanced Technology Vehicle Manufacturing...

Autobloggreen recently had a drive in the Very Orange #16 Signature 100 Tesla Roadster owned by Jason Calacanis: AutoblogGreen visits our founder to try out his Tesla Roadster [w/VIDEO] - AutoblogGreen The photos taken were great and makes for some nice wallpaper. AXd9g-RqlrA

Apparently an employee of Tesla recently disclosed Tesla Motors has only $9 million in the bank. Pretty bad news. I hope they can still deliver cars, but sounds like they need a lot more just to run the company. Put in to the perspective of how a modern automaker is run (in the billions), I...

The MINI E: 572-pound lithium ion battery 150 miles range per 8-hour charge Consumption 4.4 miles/kWh 204-hp & 162 lb-ft of torque 0-60 bit over 8 seconds Top speed limited to 95mph A bit over 3,200 pounds Regenerative braking More details: Lithium pack maximum capacity 35kWh. Nominal 380...

YouTube - Tesla Testdrive 1:30 Bikers can't hear the car coming. Perhaps there really should be a "quiet horn" installed in EVs, just to prevent requests for some kind of fake engine soundtrack (some people might like it, but I don't like it). As long as the horn is quiet enough so that it...

Autobloggreen reports Franz von Holzhausen is heading to Tesla Motors as design director. They got confirmation from Darryl Siry and Mike Bumbeck. Holzhausen headed design of the Mazda Nagare and Furai concept cars. He also was responsible for various GM cars like the Pontiac Solstice, Saturn...

For those of you who want to see the store better, there's a fairly good video that pretty much shows how it looks like: Mh55-nD56Yc

A video has been posted at youtube showing the white Tesla roadster driving at the Goodwood festival of speed. Y2Fh8Q89koM

It's a recording of from JIM (Jotain ihan muuta) a Finnish television program. The original source looks like History Channel, but I'm not sure. 97ecZLRWqnQ

AutoblogGreen Q&A: Tesla Motors Chairman Elon Musk Pt. 1 - In the beginning AutoblogGreen Q&A: Tesla Motors Chairman Elon Musk Pt. 1 - In the beginning - AutoblogGreen You guys will probably be interested in this.

Mercedes luxury electric vehicle now more than a rumor Mercedes luxury electric vehicle now more than a rumor - AutoblogGreen This post says: "Daimler CEO Dieter Zetsche has reportedly confirmed that his company is trying to release a high-class EV in 2010." Not much other details "except...

Link: GM-VOLT : Chevy Volt Electric Car Site » Blog Archive » Lutz: $40,000 is Breakeven Price for the Chevy Volt and First Generation Will Not Make Money For GM Choice quote from the original Seattle Times source: "Lutz said the first-generation Volt will retail for about $40,000 and generate...

Two bits of news I saw on Autoblog and Autobloggreen posted by Sam Abuelsamid: First one is an unconfirmed rumor: "According to Street Import Online, Tesla had backed out of a deal to have Fisker create the body for the WhiteStar electric sedan but kept the design. " "Update: Our own sources...