Stellantis has announced its decision to adopt Tesla's SAE J3400 charging connector, synonymous with the latter's North American Charging Standard (NACS), into its battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) starting with select models in 2025, reports Tesla North. According to Stellantis on Monday, it will offer adapters for BEVs currently equipped with the Combined Charging System (CCS) port....
Image via Not a Tesla App Tesla has started rolling out its 2024.2.3 software update for its fleet, bringing support for ultra-wideband (UWB) technology to improve the performance and dependability of its phone key feature, starting out for iPhone users, reports Tesla North. This update brings UWB support for newer Tesla vehicles, such as its...
Tesla has announced a significant reduction in prices for its Model Y lineup in Canada, with reductions reaching up to $4,000 CAD, reports Tesla North. The price cut lowers the entry point for the Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) to $53,990 CAD from the previous $57,990 CAD. The Long Range model sees a drop to...
Tesla marked a significant achievement in the federal government's Incentives for Zero-Emission Vehicles (iZEV) program for the year 2023, securing more rebates than any other brand, reports Tesla North. According to Transport Canada, Tesla shipped 43,654 vehicles eligible for the rebate program, nearly equaling the total of its three closest competitors combined. The iZEV program...
Tesla has officially launched the upgraded version of its Model 3 in Canada and the U.S. The refreshed Model 3 (known internally as ‘Highland’) is now available on Tesla’s website and features significant improvements in design, comfort, and technology compared to its predecessor. The company originally launched the refreshed Model 3 last fall in China,...
Tesla has launched new colours for its Model Y compact crossover in Canada and the USA, reports Tesla North. "Meet Ultra Red and Stealth Grey for Model Y,” said Tesla in an email to customers on Friday. "Dynamic depth, vibrant finish. Ultra Red is a high-chroma color created with a multi-coat paint,” explains Tesla. "Rich...
Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and Scout Motors have pledged to integrate Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) into their future electric vehicles starting in 2025, as announced this week (via Tesla North). The announcement follows Volkswagen's earlier statement in June about evaluating the support for NACS, which has now materialized into a firm commitment. The adoption...
Best Western Hotels announced a significant collaboration with Tesla to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at its properties in Canada, along with the U.S. and Mexico. Starting in 2024, select Best Western Hotels will be equipped with Tesla's Universal Wall Connectors, compatible with all North American electric vehicles, reports Tesla North. "This collaboration with...
Tesla has announced its largest purpose-built flagship service centre and showroom in North America is destined for Vancouver's Strathcona neighbourhood, to be located at 950 Raymur Ave. Beedie, a prominent local developer in Vancouver, B.C., will lead the construction of this two-storey, 120,000-square-foot flagship Tesla Centre. The facility is designed to offer a comprehensive range...
Last month we told you that Apple Podcasts were said to be coming to Tesla vehicles, and now we have confirmation it is indeed happening. According to the leaked release notes from Tesla’s 2023 holiday software update (the company releases a big software update during the holidays every year with major feature upgrades), Apple Podcasts...
