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Rafa Roundup: Federer and Nadal fans rage over exorbitant Laver Cup ticket prices

Rafa Roundup: Federer and Nadal fans rage over exorbitant Laver Cup ticket prices

Posted On: March 2, 2022
ARTICLES: ‘I Saw the Real Rafa in Australia’ � Bjorn Borg Compares Rafael Nadal’s Australian Open Victory to 2021 French Open Loss | essentiallysports.com However, he also pointed out the fact that Rafa didn’t look at his best at the Roland Garros last year. According to him, Rafa didn’t move the way he usually moves. […]Re Posted From: Rafa Roundup: Federer and Nadal fans rage over exorbitant Laver Cup ticket pricesRafael Nadal . . . [More]





Rafa Roundup: Federer and Nadal fans rage over exorbitant Laver Cup ticket prices

Rafa Roundup: Federer and Nadal fans rage over exorbitant Laver Cup ticket prices

Posted On: March 2, 2022
ARTICLES: ‘I Saw the Real Rafa in Australia’ � Bjorn Borg Compares Rafael Nadal’s Australian Open Victory to 2021 French Open Loss | essentiallysports.com However, he also pointed out the fact that Rafa didn’t look at his best at the Roland Garros last year. According to him, Rafa didn’t move the way he usually moves. […]Re Posted From: Rafa Roundup: Federer and Nadal fans rage over exorbitant Laver Cup ticket pricesRafael Nadal . . . [More]



Tesla Provides Free Supercharging In Areas Around Ukraine

Tesla Provides Free Supercharging In Areas Around Ukraine

Posted On: March 1, 2022
There are loads of benefits associated with EV ownership, and they've become quite clear of late. However, many people may have never realized that the potential to provide free DC fast charging amid a disaster would be added to the list of positives. However, Tesla is offering free Supercharging to people impacted by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.In fact, with what likely amounts to the push of a button, Tesla regularly offers free Supercharging for its owners for a variety of reasons, though allowing people to quickly charge and flee a disaste . . . [More]





Tesla Provides Free Supercharging In Areas Around Ukraine

Tesla Provides Free Supercharging In Areas Around Ukraine

Posted On: March 1, 2022
There are loads of benefits associated with EV ownership, and they've become quite clear of late. However, many people may have never realized that the potential to provide free DC fast charging amid a disaster would be added to the list of positives. However, Tesla is offering free Supercharging to people impacted by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.In fact, with what likely amounts to the push of a button, Tesla regularly offers free Supercharging for its owners for a variety of reasons, though allowing people to quickly charge and flee a disaste . . . [More]



Tesla to Supply Megapacks for 200MW Solar Farm in Mojave Desert

Tesla to Supply Megapacks for 200MW Solar Farm in Mojave Desert

Posted On: March 1, 2022
Tesla will be supplying their Megapack energy storage systems for an upcoming solar farm in California’s Mojave Desert.The Megapacks will be part of the Eland Solar and Storage Center, a 2652 acre solar farm and energy storage project planned for 6000 Phillips Road in Kern County, about 70 miles north of Los Angeles.The project will feature two large scale solar facilities that will capture 400 megawatts of solar energy and include a 300MW / 1200MWh energy storage facility.Recent permits posted to Kern County’s website indicate the first ph . . . [More]





Tesla to Supply Megapacks for 200MW Solar Farm in Mojave Desert

Tesla to Supply Megapacks for 200MW Solar Farm in Mojave Desert

Posted On: March 1, 2022
Tesla will be supplying their Megapack energy storage systems for an upcoming solar farm in California’s Mojave Desert.The Megapacks will be part of the Eland Solar and Storage Center, a 2652 acre solar farm and energy storage project planned for 6000 Phillips Road in Kern County, about 70 miles north of Los Angeles.The project will feature two large scale solar facilities that will capture 400 megawatts of solar energy and include a 300MW / 1200MWh energy storage facility.Recent permits posted to Kern County’s website indicate the first ph . . . [More]



New Yorks Police Department Unveils Tesla Model Y Cruiser

New Yorks Police Department Unveils Tesla Model Y Cruiser

Posted On: March 1, 2022
The Town of Perry in upstate New York has added a Tesla Model Y to their local police department.Police Chief Michael Grover says the Model Y Long Range was purchased for about $55000, with a $7500 government rebate.The Chief says he was initially reluctant about going electric, but was quickly convinced it was the right decision after getting to spend some time behind the wheel.The Model Y has a range of 318 miles, which will be more than enough for the typical shift, which according to Grover is about 125 miles per day.The Perry Police Depart . . . [More]





New Yorks Police Department Unveils Tesla Model Y Cruiser

New Yorks Police Department Unveils Tesla Model Y Cruiser

Posted On: March 1, 2022
The Town of Perry in upstate New York has added a Tesla Model Y to their local police department.Police Chief Michael Grover says the Model Y Long Range was purchased for about $55000, with a $7500 government rebate.The Chief says he was initially reluctant about going electric, but was quickly convinced it was the right decision after getting to spend some time behind the wheel.The Model Y has a range of 318 miles, which will be more than enough for the typical shift, which according to Grover is about 125 miles per day.The Perry Police Depart . . . [More]



WiTricity To Launch Wireless Charging System For Tesla Model 3

WiTricity To Launch Wireless Charging System For Tesla Model 3

Posted On: February 28, 2022
WiTricity announced this week plans to launch a wireless charging system for the Tesla Model 3.The company claims the Halo Charging System can deliver up to 11k.W. of wireless charging power, enough for 35-40 miles of driving range per hour, an amount roughly equivalent to most Level 2 home charging systems.WiTricity says they have been testing the system on a 2018 Model 3 since October 2021, and that a full recharge takes about six hours.Their engineers are also working on a system for the Ford Mustang Mach-E, and a number of other electric ve . . . [More]





WiTricity To Launch Wireless Charging System For Tesla Model 3

WiTricity To Launch Wireless Charging System For Tesla Model 3

Posted On: February 28, 2022
WiTricity announced this week plans to launch a wireless charging system for the Tesla Model 3.The company claims the Halo Charging System can deliver up to 11k.W. of wireless charging power, enough for 35-40 miles of driving range per hour, an amount roughly equivalent to most Level 2 home charging systems.WiTricity says they have been testing the system on a 2018 Model 3 since October 2021, and that a full recharge takes about six hours.Their engineers are also working on a system for the Ford Mustang Mach-E, and a number of other electric ve . . . [More]



Tesla Giga Berlin Gets Its Final Approval Later This Week

Tesla Giga Berlin Gets Its Final Approval Later This Week

Posted On: February 28, 2022
Tesla's Giga Berlin factory in Germany may get its final approval at the end of this week, with an official opening expected to take place on March 22 or 23.The information comes from German newspaper Tagesspiegel, which notes that Brandenburg Prime Minister Dietmar Woidke's so-called Task Force Tesla met last Tuesday to discuss the factory's final approval. The meeting reportedly only lasted 20 minutes, but the conclusions were clear: all obstacles facing the opening of Tesla's electric vehicle factory were cleared.As a result, preparations . . . [More]





Tesla Giga Berlin Gets Its Final Approval Later This Week

Tesla Giga Berlin Gets Its Final Approval Later This Week

Posted On: February 28, 2022
Tesla's Giga Berlin factory in Germany may get its final approval at the end of this week, with an official opening expected to take place on March 22 or 23.The information comes from German newspaper Tagesspiegel, which notes that Brandenburg Prime Minister Dietmar Woidke's so-called Task Force Tesla met last Tuesday to discuss the factory's final approval. The meeting reportedly only lasted 20 minutes, but the conclusions were clear: all obstacles facing the opening of Tesla's electric vehicle factory were cleared.As a result, preparations . . . [More]



3 Spring Staples This Season is Begging For

3 Spring Staples This Season is Begging For

Posted On: February 28, 2022
Pin It Pin It Pin It Pin It Pin It Pin It Pin It Pin It Pin It Pin It Pin It Pin It Pin It DETAILS: GREEN OFF THE SHOULDER BLOUSE (WEARING SIZE S) | DENIM (WEARING SIZE 25) | GREEN SANDALS  (WEARING SIZE 8)| WOVEN POUCH (ALSO LOVE THIS WOVEN BAG) Spring fever and spring fashion have me all for the upcoming season! I feel like spring style is always a breath of fresh air after a long winter of neutrals and thick layers so I get a rush every time spring styles hit the shelves (or sites :).  Here are 3 spring staples as we roll into 2022 spring . . . [More]





3 Spring Staples This Season is Begging For

3 Spring Staples This Season is Begging For

Posted On: February 28, 2022
Pin It Pin It Pin It Pin It Pin It Pin It Pin It Pin It Pin It Pin It Pin It Pin It Pin It DETAILS: GREEN OFF THE SHOULDER BLOUSE (WEARING SIZE S) | DENIM (WEARING SIZE 25) | GREEN SANDALS  (WEARING SIZE 8)| WOVEN POUCH (ALSO LOVE THIS WOVEN BAG) Spring fever and spring fashion have me all for the upcoming season! I feel like spring style is always a breath of fresh air after a long winter of neutrals and thick layers so I get a rush every time spring styles hit the shelves (or sites :).  Here are 3 spring staples as we roll into 2022 spring . . . [More]



Rafael Nadal moves up in rankings after Acapulco win

Rafael Nadal moves up in rankings after Acapulco win

Posted On: February 28, 2022
The ATP rankings for February 28 2022 are out, and Rafael Nadal is on the move. The 21-time Grand Slam champion climbed one spot to No. 4 after winning his third consecutive title on Saturday. Daniil Medvedev, beaten by Rafa in the Acapulco semifinals last week, climbed to No. 1 in the ATP rankings for […]Re Posted From: Rafael Nadal moves up in rankings after Acapulco winRafael Nadal . . . [More]





Rafael Nadal moves up in rankings after Acapulco win

Rafael Nadal moves up in rankings after Acapulco win

Posted On: February 28, 2022
The ATP rankings for February 28 2022 are out, and Rafael Nadal is on the move. The 21-time Grand Slam champion climbed one spot to No. 4 after winning his third consecutive title on Saturday. Daniil Medvedev, beaten by Rafa in the Acapulco semifinals last week, climbed to No. 1 in the ATP rankings for […]Re Posted From: Rafael Nadal moves up in rankings after Acapulco winRafael Nadal . . . [More]



Classic Recreations announces carbon-fiber Shelby Cobra with 800-plus hp $1.2M price tag

Classic Recreations announces carbon-fiber Shelby Cobra with 800-plus hp $1.2M price tag

Posted On: February 27, 2022
Oklahoma-based Classic Recreations has unveiled some stunning carbon-fiber bodied Mustangs in the recent past, and now it's giving the Shelby Cobra the same treatment.Called the Diamond Edition in honor of Shelby American's 60th anniversary, it reproduces the design of Shelby's CSX Cobra replicas in beautiful carbon fiber. The body shell weighs just 88 pounds and is based on a later 1965 Cobra, so it features flared fenders and a hood scoop in place of the cleaner look of earlier models.That lightweight body is paired with an 800-hp version of . . . [More]





Classic Recreations announces carbon-fiber Shelby Cobra with 800-plus hp $1.2M price tag

Classic Recreations announces carbon-fiber Shelby Cobra with 800-plus hp $1.2M price tag

Posted On: February 27, 2022
Oklahoma-based Classic Recreations has unveiled some stunning carbon-fiber bodied Mustangs in the recent past, and now it's giving the Shelby Cobra the same treatment.Called the Diamond Edition in honor of Shelby American's 60th anniversary, it reproduces the design of Shelby's CSX Cobra replicas in beautiful carbon fiber. The body shell weighs just 88 pounds and is based on a later 1965 Cobra, so it features flared fenders and a hood scoop in place of the cleaner look of earlier models.That lightweight body is paired with an 800-hp version of . . . [More]



2008 Tesla Roadster Sells For Over 250K

2008 Tesla Roadster Sells For Over 250K

Posted On: February 27, 2022
The original Tesla Roadster is quickly becoming a collector's item. It's estimated that, after several fires and accidents, only around 2000 are still in existence. Given Tesla's dramatic rise to the top of the automotive industry, prices for its first production car are now soaring.Gruber Motors, an independent service and sales company that specializes in Teslas, recently sold a 2008 Roadster through their portal for well over $250,000. VIN013 had just 840 miles on it when listed, a staggeringly low amount for a 14-year old vehicle. This co . . . [More]





2008 Tesla Roadster Sells For Over 250K

2008 Tesla Roadster Sells For Over 250K

Posted On: February 27, 2022
The original Tesla Roadster is quickly becoming a collector's item. It's estimated that, after several fires and accidents, only around 2000 are still in existence. Given Tesla's dramatic rise to the top of the automotive industry, prices for its first production car are now soaring.Gruber Motors, an independent service and sales company that specializes in Teslas, recently sold a 2008 Roadster through their portal for well over $250,000. VIN013 had just 840 miles on it when listed, a staggeringly low amount for a 14-year old vehicle. This co . . . [More]



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