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Rafa Roundup: “We cannot compare Nadal with other tennis players”

Rafa Roundup: “We cannot compare Nadal with other tennis players”

Posted On: February 19, 2022
ARTICLES: ‘He has written history’ � Stan Wawrinka says Rafael Nadal is incomparable after ‘exceptional’ Australian Open triumph | Eurosport Speaking on L’Equipe’s Air Open podcast, the Swiss star said: “Whatever happens we cannot compare Nadal with other tennis players, that’s for sure. “Nadal has been out for four, five or six months almost every […]Re Posted From: Rafa Roundup: “We cannot compare Nadal with other tennis players”Rafael Nadal . . . [More]





Rafa Roundup: “We cannot compare Nadal with other tennis players”

Rafa Roundup: “We cannot compare Nadal with other tennis players”

Posted On: February 19, 2022
ARTICLES: ‘He has written history’ � Stan Wawrinka says Rafael Nadal is incomparable after ‘exceptional’ Australian Open triumph | Eurosport Speaking on L’Equipe’s Air Open podcast, the Swiss star said: “Whatever happens we cannot compare Nadal with other tennis players, that’s for sure. “Nadal has been out for four, five or six months almost every […]Re Posted From: Rafa Roundup: “We cannot compare Nadal with other tennis players”Rafael Nadal . . . [More]



Tesla Semi To Rule Hydrogen Trucks

Tesla Semi To Rule Hydrogen Trucks

Posted On: February 18, 2022
According to a study published by the prestigious journal Nature, the rapid advances in the field of batteries and fast charging could cause the hydrogen fuel cell to fall behind not only in the passenger car sector, but also in areas such as heavy-duty transportation, where up until now it seemed, and many claimed, that they would be better than BEVtrucks, like the Tesla Semi.As a matter of fact in recent years most car manufacturers have abandoned the development of hydrogen cars due to their higher cost and the complexity of building refueli . . . [More]





Tesla Semi To Rule Hydrogen Trucks

Tesla Semi To Rule Hydrogen Trucks

Posted On: February 18, 2022
According to a study published by the prestigious journal Nature, the rapid advances in the field of batteries and fast charging could cause the hydrogen fuel cell to fall behind not only in the passenger car sector, but also in areas such as heavy-duty transportation, where up until now it seemed, and many claimed, that they would be better than BEVtrucks, like the Tesla Semi.As a matter of fact in recent years most car manufacturers have abandoned the development of hydrogen cars due to their higher cost and the complexity of building refueli . . . [More]



Tesla MobileApp Update 4.6.0.

Tesla MobileApp Update 4.6.0.

Posted On: February 18, 2022
Tesla has released a new version of their mobile app on the iOSApp Store, giving owners more functionality to control their car.Referred to as actionable notifications in the release notes, the new feature turns the Tesla app notifications into something you can interact with more than just tapping on it to open the app.For example, when turning on the climate controls from the app, the usual notification of Your car cabin is now at the desired temperature still appears, but now you can also turn off climate controls directly from the lock sc . . . [More]





Tesla MobileApp Update 4.6.0.

Tesla MobileApp Update 4.6.0.

Posted On: February 18, 2022
Tesla has released a new version of their mobile app on the iOSApp Store, giving owners more functionality to control their car.Referred to as actionable notifications in the release notes, the new feature turns the Tesla app notifications into something you can interact with more than just tapping on it to open the app.For example, when turning on the climate controls from the app, the usual notification of Your car cabin is now at the desired temperature still appears, but now you can also turn off climate controls directly from the lock sc . . . [More]



Over 100 Model Ys Ready For Transport at Tesla Giga Texas

Over 100 Model Ys Ready For Transport at Tesla Giga Texas

Posted On: February 18, 2022
The latest visit to the Tesla Giga Austin plant in Texas brings an especially interesting sight of more than 100 Model Ys. parked in front of the factory.Jeff Roberts, who shared the photos, said that those are production cars ready for transport.As we can see, almost all of the cars are covered. We guess that those might be customer cars, envisioned for deliveries as soon as the company obtains the final certification for the Made-in-Texas Model Y.The wheels, at least on some of the cars, appear to be the 19 Gemini Wheels, associated with the . . . [More]





Over 100 Model Ys Ready For Transport at Tesla Giga Texas

Over 100 Model Ys Ready For Transport at Tesla Giga Texas

Posted On: February 18, 2022
The latest visit to the Tesla Giga Austin plant in Texas brings an especially interesting sight of more than 100 Model Ys. parked in front of the factory.Jeff Roberts, who shared the photos, said that those are production cars ready for transport.As we can see, almost all of the cars are covered. We guess that those might be customer cars, envisioned for deliveries as soon as the company obtains the final certification for the Made-in-Texas Model Y.The wheels, at least on some of the cars, appear to be the 19 Gemini Wheels, associated with the . . . [More]



Tesla Is Now The 3rd Most Considered Luxury Car in US

Tesla Is Now The 3rd Most Considered Luxury Car in US

Posted On: February 17, 2022
The popularity of the Tesla brand is growing rapidly. The manufacturer is recognized as the third most considered luxury brand in the U.S, according to a study by Kelley Blue Book.At the end of each quarter, Kelley Blue Book publishes a result of the study called the Brand Watch Luxury Report. This report looks at consumer attitudes towards various luxury car brands that are available for purchase in the U.S. The Q4 2021 report shows that Tesla has moved up to the third place with a 3% increase in popularity compared to Q3 2021, which is a very . . . [More]





Tesla Is Now The 3rd Most Considered Luxury Car in US

Tesla Is Now The 3rd Most Considered Luxury Car in US

Posted On: February 17, 2022
The popularity of the Tesla brand is growing rapidly. The manufacturer is recognized as the third most considered luxury brand in the U.S, according to a study by Kelley Blue Book.At the end of each quarter, Kelley Blue Book publishes a result of the study called the Brand Watch Luxury Report. This report looks at consumer attitudes towards various luxury car brands that are available for purchase in the U.S. The Q4 2021 report shows that Tesla has moved up to the third place with a 3% increase in popularity compared to Q3 2021, which is a very . . . [More]



Tesla China Now Offers Model 3 Power Trunk Retrofit

Tesla China Now Offers Model 3 Power Trunk Retrofit

Posted On: February 17, 2022
Ever since Tesla added a power trunk to the Model 3 with the refresh in 2020, existing owners have been asking for an official retrofit.Those wishes have been answered. Tesla China’s Weibo account says that after listening to customer feedback, they are now offering a power trunk upgrade service.The upgrade costs just $630 USD, a very reasonable price compared to third party solutions.For that price you get genuine Tesla parts, a professional installation, and a three-year warranty.The package also adds trunk control options to both the in-ca . . . [More]





Tesla China Now Offers Model 3 Power Trunk Retrofit

Tesla China Now Offers Model 3 Power Trunk Retrofit

Posted On: February 17, 2022
Ever since Tesla added a power trunk to the Model 3 with the refresh in 2020, existing owners have been asking for an official retrofit.Those wishes have been answered. Tesla China’s Weibo account says that after listening to customer feedback, they are now offering a power trunk upgrade service.The upgrade costs just $630 USD, a very reasonable price compared to third party solutions.For that price you get genuine Tesla parts, a professional installation, and a three-year warranty.The package also adds trunk control options to both the in-ca . . . [More]



Tesla Says Gas Generators No Longer Make Sense

Tesla Says Gas Generators No Longer Make Sense

Posted On: February 17, 2022
In a submission to the Australian Energy Operator’s 2022 Integrated System Plan, Tesla noted that gas generators are no longer rational as battery storage systems become cheaper and smarter.Tesla described their battery technology as the new clean peaker and outlined its superior flexibility and multiple grid service operations.Tesla also detailed their Megapack’s ability to deliver longer duration storage in case of substantial outages.As per the submission, Tesla disagreed with the Australian Energy Operator’s forecast. This forecas . . . [More]





Tesla Says Gas Generators No Longer Make Sense

Tesla Says Gas Generators No Longer Make Sense

Posted On: February 17, 2022
In a submission to the Australian Energy Operator’s 2022 Integrated System Plan, Tesla noted that gas generators are no longer rational as battery storage systems become cheaper and smarter.Tesla described their battery technology as the new clean peaker and outlined its superior flexibility and multiple grid service operations.Tesla also detailed their Megapack’s ability to deliver longer duration storage in case of substantial outages.As per the submission, Tesla disagreed with the Australian Energy Operator’s forecast. This forecas . . . [More]



1965: The Valensole Case

1965: The Valensole Case

Posted On: February 17, 2022
The year is 1965, the place, Valensole, France, the witness observed a landed UFO in his field. Near the UFO was two humanoid beings who immobilized him with an unknown device.On July 1st, 1965 at about 0545 hours, farmer Maurice Masse was in his lavender field near Valensole, Basses Alpes, France. At this time he heard a strange whistling sound. Stepping out from behind a heap of stones he saw an object shaped like a rugby football with a cupola on top, about the size of a Renault Dauphine car. It was standing on six legs, with a central pivot . . . [More]





1965: The Valensole Case

1965: The Valensole Case

Posted On: February 17, 2022
The year is 1965, the place, Valensole, France, the witness observed a landed UFO in his field. Near the UFO was two humanoid beings who immobilized him with an unknown device.On July 1st, 1965 at about 0545 hours, farmer Maurice Masse was in his lavender field near Valensole, Basses Alpes, France. At this time he heard a strange whistling sound. Stepping out from behind a heap of stones he saw an object shaped like a rugby football with a cupola on top, about the size of a Renault Dauphine car. It was standing on six legs, with a central pivot . . . [More]



Massive new Tesla Supercharger coming to Barstow California

Massive new Tesla Supercharger coming to Barstow California

Posted On: February 16, 2022
California is home to several of Tesla’s largest Supercharger stations, with the Santa Monica Supercharger currently under construction topping the list at 62 stalls.Santa Monica might not hold the title for very long after a massive new station has been identified as coming soon to the Outlets at Barstow in southern California.The new site at 2796 Tanger Way was discovered by Drive Tesla contributor Marco, who found video from a company called E.V.I. Charge showing the site being cleared and graded last week.It also includes a video taken fo . . . [More]





Massive new Tesla Supercharger coming to Barstow California

Massive new Tesla Supercharger coming to Barstow California

Posted On: February 16, 2022
California is home to several of Tesla’s largest Supercharger stations, with the Santa Monica Supercharger currently under construction topping the list at 62 stalls.Santa Monica might not hold the title for very long after a massive new station has been identified as coming soon to the Outlets at Barstow in southern California.The new site at 2796 Tanger Way was discovered by Drive Tesla contributor Marco, who found video from a company called E.V.I. Charge showing the site being cleared and graded last week.It also includes a video taken fo . . . [More]



Giga Texas Shows a Busy Factory That is Raring to Go

Giga Texas Shows a Busy Factory That is Raring to Go

Posted On: February 16, 2022
New video from Giga Texas has leaked on Thursday, giving us a glimpse inside the factory and showing that Tesla is rearing to go and start producing customer cars.The videos were shared on Snapchat by a Tesla employee, and show several busy areas of the factory.In the first video we see a crate of Model Y drive units, before the employee shows an elevated view of the production line.The next part of the factory we see is where the newly built vehicles are parked and tested, including calibration of the vehicle’s cameras.The final stop on the . . . [More]





Giga Texas Shows a Busy Factory That is Raring to Go

Giga Texas Shows a Busy Factory That is Raring to Go

Posted On: February 16, 2022
New video from Giga Texas has leaked on Thursday, giving us a glimpse inside the factory and showing that Tesla is rearing to go and start producing customer cars.The videos were shared on Snapchat by a Tesla employee, and show several busy areas of the factory.In the first video we see a crate of Model Y drive units, before the employee shows an elevated view of the production line.The next part of the factory we see is where the newly built vehicles are parked and tested, including calibration of the vehicle’s cameras.The final stop on the . . . [More]



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