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Tesla Launches Virtual Waitlist Pilot for Superchargers
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Tech· ·via Teslarati·2 min read

Tesla Launches Virtual Waitlist Pilot for Superchargers

Tesla has launched a pilot Virtual Waitlist at five Supercharger sites to resolve sequencing issues and prevent line-cutting disputes. The system automatically adds drivers to the queue via navigation and supports non-Tesla EVs as charging network usage increases.

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Tesla Updates China Manuals for FSD v14 as Assisted Driving
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via NotaTeslaApp·1 min read

Tesla Updates China Manuals for FSD v14 as Assisted Driving

Tesla updated Model 3 and Model Y owner's manuals in China to reference FSD v14 rebranded as Tesla Assisted Driving, with speed profiles and other features. The changes follow a brief v13 test and local data center setup, suggesting an imminent rollout under new rules.

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WattEV Orders 370 Tesla Semis in $100M Deal
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via NotaTeslaApp·2 min read

WattEV Orders 370 Tesla Semis in $100M Deal

WattEV has placed Tesla's largest public order to date for 370 Semis in a deal valued at approximately $100 million, complete with dedicated Megawatt Charging hubs. The agreement demonstrates a full-service leasing approach that lowers barriers for smaller operators transitioning to electric Class 8 trucks at the Port of Oakland and key California corridors.

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Tesla Launches £199 Monthly Renewable Energy Bundle in UK
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via NotaTeslaApp·2 min read

Tesla Launches £199 Monthly Renewable Energy Bundle in UK

Tesla has launched a Renewable Energy Bundle in the UK that provides an eight-panel solar system and Powerwall 3 for £199 per month to existing owners. The zero-interest financing option and Model 3 bundle aim to lower upfront costs and boost adoption of home renewable energy.

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CARB Filing Reveals Tesla Semi Battery Capacities
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via NotaTeslaApp·2.5 min read

CARB Filing Reveals Tesla Semi Battery Capacities

A CARB filing has confirmed the Tesla Semi Long Range uses an 822 kWh battery pack while the Standard Range uses 548 kWh, both built on 4680 Cybercells with 1.2 MW charging. The disclosure verifies efficiency below 2 kWh per mile at full load, supporting commercial viability against traditional diesel trucks.

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VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via X·1 min read

Elon Musk Visits Intel Oregon Fab This Week

Elon Musk visited Intel's Oregon fab this week and posed with CEO Lip-Bu Tan while holding a Tesla Optimus head. The trip follows Intel's partnership in Musk's Terafab project for advanced AI chip production.

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Tesla Model Y First to Pass NHTSA's New ADAS Safety Tests
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via NotaTeslaApp·1.5 min read

Tesla Model Y First to Pass NHTSA's New ADAS Safety Tests

The 2026 Tesla Model Y became the first vehicle to pass NHTSA's new ADAS tests in four categories including pedestrian emergency braking and blind spot intervention. The result adds to the model's existing 5-star rating and comes amid separate ongoing NHTSA reviews of Tesla's Full Self-Driving software.

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Tesla Recalls 218,868 Vehicles Over Rearview Camera Glitch
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Tech· ·via Teslarati·1.5 min read

Tesla Recalls 218,868 Vehicles Over Rearview Camera Glitch

Tesla is recalling 218,868 vehicles due to a rearview camera software delay fixed by an over-the-air update. The rapid remote resolution highlights how software-defined cars are changing traditional recall processes.

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Dutch RDW Approves Tesla FSD, Pushes EU Rollout
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via Ars Technica·1 min read

Dutch RDW Approves Tesla FSD, Pushes EU Rollout

The Dutch RDW has approved Tesla FSD after 18 months of review and seeks EU-wide adoption. The move could reach 450 million customers and aid Musk's massive comp package but draws skepticism from Sweden and Finland over safety and naming.

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Tesla Unveils 125 kW Basecharger for Semi Trucks
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via Frandroid·1.5 min read

Tesla Unveils 125 kW Basecharger for Semi Trucks

Tesla has unveiled the Basecharger, a 125 kW charging station designed for the Tesla Semi electric truck used by freight companies. The depot-based system supports overnight charging with features that reduce installation costs and simplify setup for commercial operators.

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Tesla discloses $573M in Musk empire transactions
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via Electrek·1 min read

Tesla discloses $573M in Musk empire transactions

Tesla's amended 10-K/A filing discloses $573 million in revenue from SpaceX and xAI, plus expenses to other Musk companies. The SEC submission offers the clearest view yet of transactions across Musk's corporate empire.

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Tesla Semi Rolls Off High-Volume Line at Nevada
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via Electrek·1 min read

Tesla Semi Rolls Off High-Volume Line at Nevada

Tesla produces the first Semi truck from its high-volume production line at Gigafactory Nevada. The milestone follows years of delays and design refinements for the 2017-unveiled electric truck.

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Tesla Plans FSD V14 Lite Expansion for HW3 Owners
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via Teslarati·1 min read

Tesla Plans FSD V14 Lite Expansion for HW3 Owners

Tesla plans to roll out FSD V14 Lite internationally for HW3 vehicles after the US launch. The move delivers core autonomy improvements to older hardware and signals ongoing support despite hardware limitations.

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Nio Onvo L80 Launches at $36K, Undercuts Tesla Model Y in China
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via Electrek·1 min read

Nio Onvo L80 Launches at $36K, Undercuts Tesla Model Y in China

Nio's Onvo launches the L80 five-seat EV SUV in China starting at 245,800 yuan (~$36,020), undercutting Tesla's Model Y. Pre-orders open now with deliveries from May 15, intensifying competition in the world's largest EV market.

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Tesla Files to Register Musk's $114B Pay Shares
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via Electrek·1 min read

Tesla Files to Register Musk's $114B Pay Shares

Tesla filed an S-8 with the SEC to register over 303 million shares for Elon Musk's 2018 pay package, now worth $114 billion. The move ends a multi-year legal battle after courts restored the record compensation award.

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Tesla launches Robotaxi app on Android nearly a year after iOS
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via Electrek·1 min read

Tesla launches Robotaxi app on Android nearly a year after iOS

Tesla releases its Robotaxi app on the Google Play Store for Android users. The launch follows the iOS version by nearly a year and coincides with service expansion to new Texas cities.

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Tesla Launches Virtual Queue for Superchargers
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via Teslarati·1 min read

Tesla Launches Virtual Queue for Superchargers

Tesla introduces a Virtual Queue in its app for managing lines at full Superchargers. The feature notifies drivers of their position to prevent disputes over charging order.

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Tesla Brings Back 1-Year Free Supercharging for Model 3 Premium
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via Electrek·1 min read

Tesla Brings Back 1-Year Free Supercharging for Model 3 Premium

Tesla adds one year of free Supercharging to new Model 3 Premium and Performance orders in North America. The move revives a sales-boosting incentive while highlighting pricing differences for non-Tesla EVs on its network.

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Tesla Targets 10M Optimus Robots Yearly at Texas Factory
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via Teslarati·1 min read

Tesla Targets 10M Optimus Robots Yearly at Texas Factory

Tesla confirms Optimus pilot production at Fremont targeting 1M units yearly and plans a 10M-unit Texas factory with 5.2M sq ft by 2026. The expansion leverages Texas advantages and supports robotics at massive scale.

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Tesla Q1 2026 Net Income Reaches $477M on 16% Revenue Jump
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via Ars Technica·1 min read

Tesla Q1 2026 Net Income Reaches $477M on 16% Revenue Jump

Tesla reports $477 million net income for Q1 2026 with 16 percent revenue growth to $22.4 billion. The results highlight gains in automotive and services amid FSD subscription growth and Optimus robot production plans.

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Tesla Expands Robotaxi to Dallas and Houston
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via Electrek·1 min read

Tesla Expands Robotaxi to Dallas and Houston

Tesla launches its Robotaxi service in Dallas and Houston, expanding beyond Austin and San Francisco with small geofenced areas. The move tests scalability of the autonomous ride-hailing service in new markets.

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Tesla's Safety Score 3.0 Awards FSD Miles Perfect 100
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via Teslarati·1 min read

Tesla's Safety Score 3.0 Awards FSD Miles Perfect 100

Tesla's Safety Score 3.0 gives Full Self-Driving (Supervised) miles a perfect 100, boosting insurance scores and cutting premiums for new policies in six states. The update directly incentivizes FSD use with financial rewards based on Tesla's internal driving data.

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Tesla Rolls Out Spring Update 2026 with Hey Grok, FSD App
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via Electrek·1 min read

Tesla Rolls Out Spring Update 2026 with Hey Grok, FSD App

Tesla deploys Spring Update 2026 with over a dozen features, including voice-activated Grok and a redesigned Self-Driving app for HW4 vehicles. The update introduces one-tap FSD subscriptions at $99.99/month and gamified stats to encourage uptake.

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Tesla debuts Zen Grey Model Y interior
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via Teslarati·1 min read

Tesla debuts Zen Grey Model Y interior

Tesla rolls out Zen Grey interiors on Shanghai-built Model Y Premium five-seaters, starting with China deliveries this week. The free refresh replaces white cabins across Asia-Pacific markets amid EV competition.

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Tesla 2026.8.6 Adds Cabin Camera Driver Age Tracking
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via Teslarati·1 min read

Tesla 2026.8.6 Adds Cabin Camera Driver Age Tracking

Tesla's Software Update 2026.8.6 equips the cabin camera with driver age estimation via facial analysis, as revealed by hacker greentheonly. The onboard processing bolsters privacy while expanding the camera's role in attentiveness and drowsiness monitoring.

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Tesla FSD Supervised Approved in Netherlands
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via Electrek·1 min read

Tesla FSD Supervised Approved in Netherlands

The Dutch RDW approves Tesla's Full Self-Driving Supervised system, the first such approval in Europe. The driver-assist technology will roll out in the Netherlands, with possible recognition by other EU states.

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Musk Promises Tesla FSD v15 Will Far Exceed Human Safety
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Musk/Tesla/SpaceX· ·via Electrek·1 min read

Musk Promises Tesla FSD v15 Will Far Exceed Human Safety

Elon Musk states Tesla FSD v15 will far exceed human safety levels, echoing unfulfilled promises for v12 and v14. The repeated pattern highlights ongoing delays in achieving unsupervised autonomy.

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