BMW EVs can now charge at Tesla Superchargers in U.S. As of December 10, BMW owners in the U.S. officially get Tesla Supercharger access, though not all BMW EVs will be able to use the charging network. Nearly every BMW EV (i4, i5, i7 and iX) can charge at Tesla Superchargers with the Magic Dock. BMW EVs from model year 2022 can also charge at NACS Partner Tesla Supercharger stations using the BMW-approved Lectron Vortex Plus DC adapter once the...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/17

JPJ reveals Malaysia’s top 20 EV model registrations for January – November 2025 Reported on December 12, 2025, the Malaysian Road Transport Department (JPJ) released registration data for the top 20 electric vehicle (EV) models in Malaysia covering the January–November 2025 period. The Proton e.MAS 7 led the chart with 7,740 registrations. It was followed by the BYD Sealion 7 and BYD Atto 3, both recording 3,569 units, while the Tesla Mode...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/16

Musk reportedly looks to deepen collaboration at Samsung semiconductor plant in Texas On December 11, Samsung Electronics Executive Chairman Lee Jae-yong reportedly toured the company’s semiconductor plant in Taylor, Texas with Tesla CEO Elon Musk, signaling future cooperation as competition intensifies in the advanced chipmaking industry for AI and autonomous driving. Lee and Musk reviewed production lines and discussed yield targets and poten...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/16

Tesla opens sales for affordable Model 3 Standard in Europe On December 5, Tesla announced it has launched the more affordable Standard version of the Model 3 in Europe to expand its lineup of offerings in a region where its sales have been lagging. Deliveries for the Model 3 Standard are expected to begin in the first quarter of 2026. Tesla previously opened orders for the Model Y Standard in October, with first deliveries expected in December. ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/06

Tesla Gigafactory Berlin still ramping production to meet Model Y demand Tesla Gigafactory Berlin factory manager Andre Thierig told Deutsche Presse-Agentur that the facility has been running two shifts since September to manage a surge in global orders for the Model Y. While registrations in some countries such as Sweden have fallen sharply in 2025, the Tesla sales in other markets, such as Norway, have been rising. “We deliver to well over 30...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/02

Tesla sued over another fatal crash centered around faulty door design On November 21, a lawsuit was filed against Tesla Inc. in U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington (Tacoma) over a fiery crash that left one person dead and another seriously injured after rescuers allegedly struggled to open the vehicle’s doors. The case stem from a January 2023 accident, when Jeffery Dennis and his wife Wendy were driving on a Saturday afternoon...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/26

Lucid Gravity Touring model debuts in Los Angeles as orders open On November 20, the Lucid Group announced the launch of the Lucid Gravity Touring, the newest addition to its Lucid Gravity SUV lineup, as it debuted at the 2025 LA Auto Show. Customer orders have opened for the Gravity Touring, built in Casa Grande, Arizona, with select configurations available for immediate delivery. Starting at USD 79,900, Lucid Gravity Touring is now available t...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/21

Euro NCAP tests 23 new models ahead of 2026 standards On November 19, Euro NCAP tested 23 new car models ahead of its updated 2026 testing standards. These include everything from electric SUVs to luxury coupés and family cars. Out of the 23 vehicles, 18 of the models earned a 5-star rating. Although many cars now achieve 5 stars, the real difference comes from the percentage scores in each of Euro NCAP’s four safety categories. These measures...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/19

Tesla launches Long Range RWD Model Y in China amid heavy competition On November 7, Tesla launched the new Model Y Long Range Rear-Wheel-Drive (RWD) in China, priced at RMB 288,500 (USD 40,500). It expands the lineup to four variants and is the second most-affordable Model Y trim level in China. The Long Range RWD Model Y has a single rear-wheel-drive motor with a peak output of 225 kW (302 hp), allowing for a 0-100 km/h acceleration in 5.6 seco...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/12

Tesla Semi receives major redesign as dedicated factory nears completion On November 6 at the 2025 Annual Shareholder Meeting, Tesla unveiled its new Semi Class 8 truck design with a significant facelift to match the aesthetic of other vehicles in the company’s lineup, as well as changes to efficiency and capability. Regarding the design of the Semi, Tesla adopted a blade-like light bar similar to the one used on the new Model Y and the Cybertr...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/11

U.S. auto sales fall 5.2% in October as OEMs struggle to sell EVs as tax credits end Note: Some figures were updated on November 12. MarkLines' preliminary figures for U.S. new vehicle sales for October 2025 (as of November 4, including estimates from GM, Stellantis, Tesla, etc.) were 1,272,043 units, down 5.2% from the same month last year. The number of business days in October was 27, the same as the same month last year. Light vehicle seasona...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/04

Tesla’s backup plan for Cybercab includes steering wheel, pedals In Tesla’s Q3 earnings call, CEO Elon Musk laid out plans to begin production soon on the driverless Cybercab, saying the company plans to build millions of these two-seat EVs at Gigafactory Texas starting in 2026, each priced under USD 30,000, that have no steering wheels and pedals. Tesla has now admitted it may have to fit the Cybercab with conventional controls if it wants t...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/01

Tesla’s operating income drops 40% despite record deliveries and revenue in Q3 2025 With record global vehicle deliveries and record energy storage deployments, total revenue rose 12% to a record USD 28.1 billion. Automotive revenue rose 6.0% to USD 21.2 billion. However, net income fell 37% in Q3 from a year earlier to USD 1.37 billion even revenue rose sharply due to U.S. buyers rushing to get expiring federal EV tax credits. Its operational ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/24

Tesla recalls 12,963 vehicles over power loss from battery pack contactor On October 21, Tesla announced it is recalling 12,963 2025 Model 3 sedans and 2026 Model Y SUVs over an issue that can cause a sudden loss of battery power, increasing the risk of a crash. The company is recalling 7,925 Model Ys and 5,038 Model 3s produced from March through August 2025. The problem stems from a faulty battery pack connection part, which can lead to loss of...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/24

Toyota launches electric 2026 bZ in U.S. with upgraded features On October 22, Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) announced several initiatives that aim to benefit 2026 Toyota bZ electric vehicle drivers as the model begins arriving at dealers nationwide in October.  In addition to a host of performance and range improvements, bZ drivers will also be able to enjoy access to an expanded network of DC fast chargers on networks like IONNA, Chargepoi...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/23

Tesla Gigafactory Shanghai rebounds in September after adding 3rd product Vehicle shipments of Tesla’s Shanghai plant returned to growth in September after the factory added the larger Model Y L, a six-seat crossover, to its product mix. The Model Y L is the third model produced at Gigafactory Shanghai, following the Model 3 and Model Y. September shipments at the plant rose 2.8% to 90,812 vehicles after sliding for two straight months, accordi...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/21

Tesla launches lower-cost Model Y Standard variant in European markets On October 10, Tesla launched the new, lower-priced Standard version of its Model Y SUV in Europe, just three days after releasing it in the U.S. Tesla will begin producing the lower-cost version of its Model Y at Gigafactory Berlin, Germany in the coming weeks, with first deliveries expected before the end of 2025. Unlike the Model Y Standard version in the U.S., its pricing ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/16

Tesla reveals affordable Model Y and Model 3 variants On October 7, Tesla finally revealed the more affordable version of its Model Y, called the Standard, and in a surprising move announced the Model 3 Standard as well. The two cars are now available for order on Tesla's U.S. website. The Model Y Standard starts at USD 39,990 and is available for November/December delivery, while the Model 3 Standard starts at USD 36,990, and arrives a little la...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/09

Tesla Malaysia updates charging network; More charging stations set for 2025 Reported on October 3, 2025, Tesla Malaysia has provided an update on its vehicle lineup and charging network. The company currently operates 15 Supercharging locations nationwide, offering a total of 68 Superchargers.  Complementing these are 16 Destination Charging sites with 73 AC chargers, supporting over 10,000 Tesla owners.  Additional charging stations will be l...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/07

Tesla hints at new, more affordable model in October 7 event previews On October 6, 2025, Tesla posted two videos on X, previewing an event that it will host on October 7. The videos hint at a new vehicle model, which has led to speculation that the event will introduce a more affordable Tesla model. In April 2025, Tesla had delayed the launch of a lower-cost version of the Model Y in the U.S., stating that it planned to begin sales of the more a...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/07