Tesla activates Powerwall 2 ‘Storm Watch’ in Australia ahead of cyclone’s arrival

By Simon Alvarez Posted on December 21, 2018 As Cyclone Owen barreled towards north Queensland in Australia last week, Tesla decided to roll out the Powerwall 2’s “Storm Watch” feature, a function designed to help households prepare for possible power outages during severe weather disturbances. The update marked the first time that Tesla activated the …

Tesla and rival Nikola listed among most innovative and disruptive companies in freight

By Simon Alvarez Posted on December 19, 2018 This year, the FreightWaves Research Institute conducted a study aimed at determining which companies are the most innovative and disruptive in the freight and logistics industry. From 500 companies, a panel of experts selected by the institute narrowed down the list to 25. These 25 companies represented …

Tesla rolls out classic Pole Position game for in-car touchscreen with controller support

By AstroJane Posted on December 18, 2018 It’s great when Tesla CEO Elon Musk delivers on a seemingly random tweet, and the latest Tesla version 9.0.2018.48.12 firmware update does just that, plus a couple of other bonuses. Last month, the tech mogul teased the coming of new Easter Eggs for all Model S, Model X …