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I have a love-hate relationship with my Tesla. It's both a brilliant and frustrating car.
- The author shares their experience of owning a Tesla, describing it as both brilliant and frustrating.
- The Tesla driving experience was imagined to be seamless and sci-fi-like, but the reality includes quirks and chaos.
- Challenges include broken chargers, fluctuating range, and unpredictable experiences at public charging stations.
- Software updates from Tesla can bring new features but also introduce bugs, making users like beta testers.
- Repairs for Tesla cars, due to their sleek minimalist design, can be expensive and time-consuming, with limited third-party options.
- Owning a Tesla involves joining a community focused on sustainability and cutting-edge technology, which can feel intense at times.
- Despite frustrations, the author doesn't regret buying their Tesla, enjoying the driving experience and the convenience of not needing gas.
- However, they acknowledge that Tesla ownership requires patience, flexibility, and acceptance of unique challenges.
- The Tesla experience is described as an adventure, offering both thrills and occasional frustrations.
- Tesla did not provide a response to the author's complaints and issues with the car.
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CarExpert
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Tesla deals bring discounts, free charging for Australian buyers
- Tesla is offering incentives in Australia to boost sales and clear inventory.
- Buyers of in-stock Model Y Long Range AWD and Model 3 RWD vehicles will receive a complimentary Universal Mobile Connector and 5000km of Supercharger credits.
- Discounted prices are available for the Model Y Long Range, with examples listed for $65,800 drive-away.
- Tesla is also offering novated lease incentives and low-interest car loans for Model 3 buyers.
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A Tesla backer wants Elon Musk to spend less time at DOGE and more time making cars
- Investor Christopher Tsai hopes Elon Musk's involvement with DOGE is short-lived so he can focus on his businesses.
- Tsai, heavily invested in Tesla, wants Musk to spend more time on his companies.
- Musk's efforts to cut government spending with DOGE have sparked controversy and protests.
- Other Tesla backers, like Ross Gerber, believe Musk should prioritize Tesla over other ventures like AI.
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Chinese EV maker BYD says new fast-charging system could be as quick as filling up a tank
- Chinese EV maker BYD has unveiled a new charging system called 'super e-platform'.
- The system can achieve peak charging speeds of 1,000 kW, twice as fast as Tesla's superchargers.
- BYD plans to build over 4,000 ultra-fast charging units across China.
- The company aims to tackle EV charging anxiety by making charging time as short as refuelling a petrol vehicle.
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Teslarati
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Tesla and Arevon team up on 172-Megapack solar plus project
- Tesla and Arevon complete the second phase of a solar plus energy storage project in Southern California.
- The expansion of the Eland storage site now features 172 Megapack units and 1.36 million solar panels, supporting 758 MW of solar power.
- The site contributes to the Los Angeles climate goal of 100% renewable electricity by 2035.
- Tesla's Megapacks add stability to the grid and help support renewable energy for long periods of time.
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Mark Rober’s Tesla video was more than a little weird
- A video by former NASA engineer and YouTuber Mark Rober, testing Tesla's camera-only Autopilot system against a lidar-equipped vehicle, has stirred controversy.
- The lidar-equipped vehicle stops before hitting the wall, while the Tesla Model Y crashes through it.
- The video received 10 million views in two days, with some praising Rober for exposing Tesla's driver-assist system dangers.
- However, others accused Rober of faking the video, suggesting it was part of a ploy against Tesla and Elon Musk's mission for self-driving cars.
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Tesla reveals Cybercab battery pack and range efficiency
- Tesla is targeting a battery pack of under 50kWh for the Cybercab, with “close to” 300 miles of real-world range.
- The Cybercab's highly-aerodynamic design and efficient wheel covers contribute to its impressive efficiency level.
- The vehicle's two-seater configuration allowed for narrower design choices, enhancing its range with a smaller battery pack.
- Tesla plans to start prototype builds for the Cybercab by this summer and aims for a launch event around early 2026.
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SpaceX rescue mission for stranded ISS astronauts nears end — Here’s when they’ll return home
- SpaceX is preparing to bring home the two astronauts stranded on the International Space Station (ISS) for nine months.
- The Dragon spacecraft will undock from the ISS, move away, jettison the trunk, and re-enter Earth's atmosphere for splashdown off the coast of Florida.
- The Crew-10 mission will bring the astronauts home, ending their extensive and unscheduled stay in space.
- SpaceX was tasked with their return after the Boeing Starliner was determined not to be suitable.
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YouTuber tests Elon Musk's decision not to use LiDAR in Teslas with a Wile E Coyote-style fake road wall
- YouTuber Mark Rober tested Tesla's Autopilot against a LiDAR-equipped car in obstacle detection.
- Tesla's Autopilot struggled in extreme fog, rain, and painted wall tests, unlike the LiDAR systems.
- Elon Musk has criticized LiDAR in the past and argued that camera-based tech is sufficient for self-driving cars.
- During the test, Tesla's Autopilot failed to avoid hitting a mannequin when obscured by intense fog, heavy rain, and a painted wall.
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Amazon switching off local requests option, Renault 5 Turbo 3E ‘electric supercar’ unveiled
- Amazon is discontinuing the option for Amazon Echo devices to process requests locally, starting on March 28.
- Ofcom, the UK regulator, is launching an investigation into social media firms, including Elon Musk's X, regarding the spread of child sexual abuse online.
- Renault has unveiled the Renault 5 Turbo 3E, an all-electric reimagining of the legendary 1980s Renault 5 Turbo, with a powerful electric powertrain and focus on driving thrills.
- Tesla has halted sales of its Cybertruck pickup due to concerns about metal panels falling off the vehicles.
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Tesla launches massive promotion in China for FSD
- Tesla has launched a massive promotion in China for its release of Full Self-Driving (FSD) in the country.
- Owners in China can upgrade to one free month of FSD between March 17 and April 16.
- The promotion aims to allow more owners to experience Tesla's in-house developed advanced assisted driving features.
- The use of FSD can help drivers see the advantages of the system and potentially increase adoption in China.
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Amazon switching off local requests option, Tesla halts Cybertruck deliveries
- Amazon is disabling the option for Amazon Echo devices to process requests locally, starting March 28, 2025.
- UK regulator Ofcom will investigate social media firms, including Elon Musk's X, for their failure to stop the spread of child sexual abuse online.
- Bereaved families are urging Ofcom to shut down a website that features graphic content of real-life killings and suicides.
- Tesla has halted sales of its Cybertruck pickup due to concerns about metal panels falling off the vehicles.
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Tesla Sounds the Alarm: Could a U.S. Trade War Stall the EV Adoption?
- Tesla warns that U.S. trade policies may hinder EV adoption.
- Aggressive tariffs could lead to retaliation, making it harder for American EV makers to compete globally.
- Europe and Canada preparing countermeasures, potentially increasing taxes on American-made EVs.
- Trade restrictions could raise EV prices, limit choices, and cause shipping delays.
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Silicon
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Tesla Developing Cheaper Model Y To Stem China Losses
- Tesla plans to develop a cheaper variant of the Model Y to address its sales decline in China market.
- The new Model Y would be 20% less expensive than the existing versions.
- The new model, codenamed 'E41', will be produced in Tesla's Shanghai factory.
- Tesla's Model Y is facing increased competition in China from domestic rivals.
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Tesla Model Y getting even cheaper version – report
- Tesla is reportedly planning to introduce a lower-cost version of the Model Y SUV.
- The more affordable Model Y, codenamed E41, will be built on existing production lines at Tesla’s Shanghai plant.
- Mass production of the E41 is expected to begin in 2026.
- This version of the Model Y will be smaller and at least 20 per cent cheaper to produce.
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