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X App Coming to Tesla Vehicles for In-Car Entertainment

Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently confirmed plans to develop an official X app for Tesla vehicles, allowing owners to watch videos and possibly see the latest posts from X, reports Tesla North. The announcement was made in response to a user named Jenny, who asked how to watch X videos on a Tesla. "We will...

Canada’s Best-Selling EV was Tesla’s Model Y in Q2

Canada is making significant strides in sustainable transportation, with Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEVs) accounting for 10.5% of all new light vehicle registrations in the second quarter of 2023, according to a recent report by S&P Global Mobility, reports Tesla North. This marks an uptick from 9.2% in the previous quarter and sets a new record...

Tesla’s iOS App Now Supports Apple’s Siri Shortcuts

In a move to further streamline the user experience, Tesla has unveiled its latest iOS app update, version 4.24.0, which now integrates seamlessly with Apple's Shortcuts app. This integration means that Tesla owners can now control various vehicle functions simply by giving voice commands to Siri, whether on their iPhone or Apple Watch, reports Tesla...

Tesla Debuts Universal Wall Connector to Charge All EVs

Coming this October 2023, Tesla's latest offering, the Universal Wall Connector, priced at $785 in Canada ($595 USD), is set to become a go-to charging solution for those who own both Tesla and non-Tesla electric vehicles. The Universal Wall Connector is also designed for apartments, hotels, and offices, allowing one solution to charge a Tesla...

Tesla Reveals New Model S/X in Canada That’s More Affordable

Tesla has debuted a new Model S and Model X Standard Range in Canada and the U.S., which are more affordable. These models are designed to give consumers a taste of Tesla's signature performance without the premium cost of the Long Range and Plaid versions. For Canadians, the Model S Standard Range is priced at...

Tesla Shifts Supercharging in Canada to kWh Billing

Image: Tesla North Tesla has transitioned to billing Supercharging in Canada by kilowatt-hour (kWh) instead of the previous method of billing by the minute, a change made Thursday morning, reports Tesla North. Locations such as Vancouver in British Columbia are showing rates of $0.29/kWh, while Toronto, Ontario, is priced at $0.48/kWh, depending on the location....

Tesla Opens First Service Centre on Vancouver Island

Image credit: Joe Carr on Facebook Tesla has introduced a new era of electric vehicle (EV) maintenance and service on Vancouver Island with the grand opening of its first service center in Langford, a suburb to the west of the province's capital, Victoria. Previously, owners of the brand's EVs required a ferry journey to the...

Tesla Drives Canada’s EV Rebate Program to Record Highs in June

In a significant boost to Canada's Incentives for Zero-Emission Vehicles (iZEV) program, Tesla's Model 3 sales have hit a new high. The EV leader delivered 4,096 qualifying Model 3s to Canadian customers in June, accounting for nearly one-third of all eligible zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) delivered during the month, as per Transport Canada numbers, reports Tesla...

Major Automakers Unite to Build EV Charging Network in Canada

Seven of the world’s biggest automakers – BMW Group, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz Group, and Stellantis NV – have announced a joint venture to expedite the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) in North America, reports Tesla North. The joint venture will oversee the development of a new, high-powered charging network, with plans to...

Manitoba Invests in Starlink for First Nations Connectivity

In a major leap towards better connectivity for remote First Nations communities, the province of Manitoba has committed $100,000 CAD in support of SpaceX’s Starlink technology, according to an announcement made by Justice Minister Kelvin Goertzen on Tuesday, reports Tesla North. The funds, sourced from the Criminal Property Forfeiture Fund (CPF), will foster a collaborative...