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Tesla offers trade-in boost on Model S, X with unlimited Supercharging enabled

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Tesla is offering a $5,000 increase in trade-in value on older Model S and Model X vehicles with unlimited Supercharging enabled. Last month, we reported that Tesla was trying out a new Ownership Loyalty Program incentive requiring Model S and Model X owners to trade in their vehicles. I’d love to hear from you!

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Tesla NACS cables are showing up on ChargePoint EV chargers

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Tesla drivers can currently use ChargePoint DC fast chargers with readily available adapters, and Tesla also sells a CCS Combo 1 adapter. However, NACS connector cables on ChargePoint EV chargers are going to be a lot more convenient for Tesla drivers. Get started here. –ad* ad* FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

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Tesla Offering Seven New Colors, Factory Wraps

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Tesla is adding seven new colors for Model 3 and Model Y vehicles sold in the United States. However, it’s not new paint you’ll be getting. While this is a convenient way for the automaker to offer new colors without having to upgrade factory paint booths, Tesla is asking quite a bit of money for these wraps.

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Starlink exits its beta phase, but its production is affected by the global chip shortage

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The potential delays resulting from the chip shortage were outlined by SpaceX in Starlink’s new Support/FAQ section. As noted in a PCMag report, the new section was added to the official Starlink website last Thursday night. Don’t hesitate to contact us with news tips.

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Twitter locks employee stock accounts amid Elon Musk buyout expectations

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The move suggests that the social media company is hopeful the deal with the Tesla CEO will be finalized. A Delaware court has directed Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla Inc., As noted in a Bloomberg News report, the social media company updated its employee FAQ page this week.

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Tesla Vision, the camera-only strategy for Autopilot and FSD, lands in Europe and Middle East

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Tesla has announced it will transition all Model 3 and Model Y vehicles in the European and Middle East markets to the camera-based Pure Vision approach starting this month. The “ Tesla Vision ” approach is void of radar and only uses the vehicle’s eight exterior cameras to perform semi-autonomous driving functions.

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Tesla driver charged with vehicular manslaughter, NHTSA to release findings regarding Autopilot use

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A Tesla driver involved in an accident in California over two years ago is now being formally charged with two counts of vehicular manslaughter. Investigations from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration following the accident stated Tesla Autopilot was in use, and the agency confirmed to us that it would release findings soon.