In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Rivian R2, Lucid’s counterattack, and Tesla’s ‘Digital Optimus’.
Tesla is rolling out a new "Comfort Braking" feature with Software Update 2026.8. The feature is exclusive to the new Model Y, and is currently unavailable for any other vehicle in the Tesla lineup.
The USDt-settled contracts allow traders to speculate on the price movements of the two companies’ shares around the clock without owning the underlying stocks.
The breakdown of the software version shows that Tesla is actively developing an Android-compatible version of the Robotaxi app, and the company is developing Live Activities for Android.
You bought a Tesla for the acceleration. You stayed for the tech. But after a few months of ownership, something subtle happens: the “wow” factor becomes normal. The minimalist interior feels familiar. The silent acceleration becomes…
Elon Musk admitted today that xAI, his artificial intelligence venture, “was not built right first time around” and “is being rebuilt from the foundations up.” The admission comes just six weeks after he had Tesla pour $2 billion of…
Rivian unveiled the R2 SUV with pricing aimed squarely at the Tesla Model Y and a free Autonomy+ self-driving suite backed by 200 TOPS of onboard compute. The R2 is also the first vehicle to use LG's 4695 cells, which are superior to Tesla…
Tesla drivers caught asleep on highways have reignited debate about FSD and Autopilot driver monitoring, and how much attention motorists must maintain
Five months after making its debut in China, the Tesla Model Y L is finally being exported overseas, with its first international stop being Australia and New Zealand. Available in a single Premium AWD variant, the six-seater electric SUV…