Tesla owners set to win legislative protection from Supercharger blocking in CO

By Dacia J. Ferris Posted on April 25, 2019 The Colorado electric vehicle (EV) community is set to benefit from legislation that will fine gas-powered violators for parking in EV charging spaces. The penalty prescribed is $150 plus a $32 surcharge. The bill, HB19-1298, recently passed the state congressional house and corresponding senate committee, and …

Tesla’s $35k Model 3 lives on, even if $39.5k Standard Plus hits ‘sweet spot’ for buyers

By Simon Alvarez Posted on April 24, 2019 Tesla CEO Elon Musk has stated that while the $35,000 Standard Model 3 is currently an off-menu item, the vehicle will continue to be offered as an option for electric car buyers. Addressing the vehicle during the Q1 2019 earnings call, Elon Musk noted that the $35,000 …

Tesla’s Autonomy Day highlights Elon Musk’s vision for a full self-driving future without LiDAR

By Simon Alvarez Posted on April 23, 2019 Elon Musk did not mince his words when he was asked about LiDAR during Tesla’s recently-held Autonomy Day, an event that featured a deep dive into the company’s full self-driving strategies and initiatives. Ever the bold CEO, Musk noted that LiDAR is unnecessary for vehicles to achieve …