Tesla quietly updates its 3rd-slowest sedan to be quicker than the Ferrari Testarossa

By Simon Alvarez Posted on November 17, 2019 When Tesla released the Mid-Range Model 3, it was positioned as an entry-level vehicle that is designed to provide a practical, reasonably-priced way for customers to get into the company’s ecosystem. The Mid-Range Model 3 was thus conservatively specced, with performance figures that were closer to that …

Tesla has shifted the auto industry to ditch the key

By Dacia J. Ferris Posted on November 16, 2019 Welcome to a FREE preview of our weekly exclusive! Each week our team goes ‘Beyond the News’ and handcrafts a special edition that includes our thoughts on the biggest stories, why it matters, and how it could impact the future. You can receive this newsletter along …

Tesla patents ‘fibrous foam architecture’, hinting at new seating material and interior trim to come

By Joey Klender Posted on November 15, 2019 Tesla has submitted a patent application for a “fibrous foam architecture” with claims that the manufacturing technique for seats and interior trim would create a more efficient and environmentally-sustainable process. The submitted patent explains that the current materials used for cushioning in traditional vehicle seats include foam …