Autopilot Is Not Self-Driving: What Tesla's Logs Actually Show

Autopilot Is Not Self-Driving: What Tesla's Logs Actually Show

Self-DrivingBASENOR Editorial Desk 3 min read

Sawyer Merritt clarifies Autopilot vs. self-driving confusion and explains why Tesla's vehicle logs almost always clear the system. Here's what owners should know.

Tesla's New FSD Supervised Ad Makes One Bold Claim

Tesla's New FSD Supervised Ad Makes One Bold Claim

Self-DrivingBASENOR Editorial Desk 2 min read

Tesla just dropped a new FSD Supervised commercial with a pointed message: it's the only system that drives you door to door. Here's what that means.

How Tesla's Sideswipe Prevention System Protects You

How Tesla's Sideswipe Prevention System Protects You

Tesla NewsBASENOR Editorial Desk 2 min read

Tesla's sideswipe prevention tech uses blind spot alerts, ambient lighting, and active steering to keep you safe. Here's how the full system works.

Tesla Semi Production: Can Nevada Keep Up With Demand?

Tesla Semi Production: Can Nevada Keep Up With Demand?

EV IndustryBASENOR Editorial Desk 3 min read

Tesla Semi volume production launched April 2026, but scaling to 50,000 units/year is proving harder than expected. Here's where the ramp stands today.

Tesla Cybercab Fleet Grows 50% at Houston Robotaxi Hub

Tesla Cybercab Fleet Grows 50% at Houston Robotaxi Hub

Self-DrivingBASENOR Editorial Desk 2 min read

~45 Tesla Cybercabs now spotted at Houston's Robotaxi hub — a 50% jump from last week. Here's what the ramp signals for imminent passenger service.

How Starlink Is Transforming Farming With Satellite Internet

How Starlink Is Transforming Farming With Satellite Internet

EV IndustryBASENOR Editorial Desk 4 min read

Starlink is bringing high-speed satellite internet to farmers worldwide. Here's what the John Deere, CNH, and Stara partnerships mean for agriculture. Read more.

Canada's Largest Tesla Supercharger Opens in Ajax, Ontario

Canada's Largest Tesla Supercharger Opens in Ajax, Ontario

ChargingBASENOR Editorial Desk 1 min read

Tesla's 44-stall Ajax Supercharger is now Canada's biggest — open just in time for Canada Day travel. Here's what EV drivers need to know.

Tesla Model Y L: 7 Things Australia's Review Reveals

Tesla Model Y L: 7 Things Australia's Review Reveals

EV IndustryBASENOR Editorial Desk 3 min read

Australia's first Tesla Model Y L reviews are in. Here are 7 key facts about the 6-seat, 681km-range variant — and why it's turning heads. Read now.

Tesla Trademarks 'MEGAPOD' — AI Computing at Superchargers

Tesla Trademarks 'MEGAPOD' — AI Computing at Superchargers

AI & RoboticsBASENOR Editorial Desk 3 min read

Tesla filed a USPTO trademark for 'MEGAPOD' on June 18, describing modular AI server hardware. Here's what it means for Digital Optimus and your Supercharger stops.

Tesla Factory Update 2026.8.200.1 Spotted on New Deliveries

Tesla Factory Update 2026.8.200.1 Spotted on New Deliveries

Tesla NewsBASENOR Editorial Desk 2 min read

Tesla factory software update 2026.8.200.1 detected on 2026 vehicles. Here's what it contains and why existing owners won't see it in their queue.

Tesla FSD Handles NYC Zero-Intervention: Full Report

Tesla FSD Handles NYC Zero-Intervention: Full Report

Model YBASENOR Editorial Desk 2 min read

Sawyer Merritt's Model Y completed a zero-intervention FSD run across NYC's toughest neighborhoods. Here's what it means for real-world autonomy.

Tesla Quietly Adds Blind Spot Warning While Parked — What It Does

Tesla Quietly Adds Blind Spot Warning While Parked — What It Does

Tesla NewsBASENOR Editorial Desk 4 min read

Tesla's new Blind Spot Warning While Parked feature alerts occupants to approaching hazards before opening doors. Here's how it works and who has it.

Tesla 2026.20.3 Rolling Out: Parental Controls & Security Fixes

Tesla 2026.20.3 Rolling Out: Parental Controls & Security Fixes

Owner GuideBASENOR Editorial Desk 3 min read

Tesla 2026.20.3 is reaching ~4% of the fleet with parental controls and security improvements. Here's what changed and how to set it up now.

Cortex 2.0 at Giga Texas: Inside Tesla's Massive AI Training Build

Cortex 2.0 at Giga Texas: Inside Tesla's Massive AI Training Build

AI & RoboticsBASENOR Editorial Desk 3 min read

Aerial footage confirms Cortex 2.0 construction is well underway at Giga Texas — 500 MW of AI compute for Optimus and FSD. Here's what we know so far.

Tesla Breaks Ground on 10M/Year Optimus Factory at Giga Texas

Tesla Breaks Ground on 10M/Year Optimus Factory at Giga Texas

AI & RoboticsBASENOR Editorial Desk 3 min read

Construction is underway on Tesla's massive Optimus factory at Giga Texas North Campus — targeting 10 million robots/year. Here's what we know so far.

Musk: Starship Flying Hourly Would Dwarf All Rivals 100x

Musk: Starship Flying Hourly Would Dwarf All Rivals 100x

SpaceXBASENOR Editorial Desk 2 min read

Elon Musk says once Starship flies hourly, SpaceX will deliver ~100x more mass to orbit than all other launch providers combined. Here's what that means.

Tesla & SpaceX Terafab Chip Plant Rising at Giga Texas

Tesla & SpaceX Terafab Chip Plant Rising at Giga Texas

AI & RoboticsBASENOR Editorial Desk 4 min read

Drone footage confirms active site prep at the Tesla-SpaceX-xAI Terafab chip fab in Austin. Here's what we know about the $20B+ joint venture.

SpaceX Launches NROL-179 Mission, Sticks Landing at LZ-4

SpaceX Launches NROL-179 Mission, Sticks Landing at LZ-4

SpaceXBASENOR Editorial Desk 1 min read

SpaceX successfully launched the NROL-179 national security mission from Vandenberg and recovered booster B1103 at Landing Zone 4. Here's what happened.

Tesla Powerwall 3 Registrations Now Open in Japan

Tesla Powerwall 3 Registrations Now Open in Japan

ChargingBASENOR Editorial Desk 2 min read

Tesla has opened Powerwall 3 registrations in Japan ahead of a 2026 launch. Here's what Japanese owners need to know about specs, pricing, and next steps.

Green Bay PD's Tesla Model Y Costs Under $500/Year to Run

Green Bay PD's Tesla Model Y Costs Under $500/Year to Run

EV IndustryBASENOR Editorial Desk 3 min read

Green Bay Police Department expands its Tesla Model Y fleet after 2024 models cost under $500/year to operate. Here's what it means for government EV adoption.

Tesla FSD V14.3.3 Now Rolling Out in Australia and New Zealand

Tesla FSD V14.3.3 Now Rolling Out in Australia and New Zealand

Self-DrivingBASENOR Editorial Desk 5 min read

Tesla FSD (Supervised) V14.3.3 is officially rolling out in Australia and New Zealand. Here's what's new, who gets it, and how to check for the update.