Tesla leverages SpaceX welding technique in Model Y components A recent episode of Sandy Munro’s Tesla Model Y teardown series has revealed that the electric car company utilized friction stir welding (FSW) for the crossover’s thermal management system. The welding technique is commonly used among aerospace companies, like SpaceX, as a way to maintain the…
Or is Tesla just making sure the paint shop works as it should?
The electric automaker could face very difficult times ahead.
Tesla Cybertruck’s biggest rival is poised for a delay, and GM’s stance against CA’s standards isn’t helping The Tesla Cybertruck will meet several competitors when it enters the market. There’s the Rivian R1T pickup truck, a luxury vehicle designed for the outdoors. There’s the Ford F-150 Electric, the EV version of America’s most popular pickup…
Tesla Model Y third row seat test explores options for a comfortable 7-seat setup Tesla Model Y buyers will have the option to purchase an optional third row of seats with their new electric crossover. While the final setup and seating arrangement for the Model Y’s third row seats is not available yet, YouTuber and…
Tesla is often knocked for the quality of its vehicles, especially when considering the price.
Not just the best-selling EV, but the best-known too.
Tesla’s non-invasive ventilator donations are becoming invaluable in battle against virus Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently revealed the rationale behind his efforts at providing numerous non-invasive ventilators to hospitals. The recommendation, which suggested the use of of CPAP and BiPAP ventilators, came from doctors in Wuhan, China, the epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic. Musk was…
SpaceX’s next Falcon Heavy launch on track to carry multiple military satellites According to one of the US Space Force 44 (USSF-44) mission’s satellite providers, SpaceX’s next Falcon Heavy launch remains on track for late 2020 and will apparently be carrying more than one military satellite to orbit. Successfully launched just 73 days apart in…
Elon Musk delivered Jay Leno his first Tesla and it’s still on his mind Jay Leno’s legendary career in television led to him chasing his passion for driving and owning the fastest, most expensive, and most unique vehicles in the world. On April 19, Leno released previously unseen footage of a young Tesla CEO Elon…