Global Stories

Hackers exploit Tesla's AWS servers to mine cryptocurrency

Tesla is reassuring customers that a recent cryptojacking has not compromised vehicle safety of customer privacy.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2018

A deep dive into the Kontrol app for Tesla

Tesla's new Kontrol app, boasting a sleek design and enhanced features like Touch ID, aims to elevate user experience and security while driving.

By RaeSteinbach • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Nov 2017

Cartech

Tesla unveils the truck of the future

Tesla has revealed its futuristic Semi truck, promising to revolutionise cargo transport with enhanced safety, efficiency, and cost savings.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Nov 2017

Hyperscale

Microsoft to share insights on future data centre challenges at DCD event

The London DCD event is free for end-users and data centre operators and as well as Microsoft includes speakers like Google, Tesla, Equinix and Ford.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 13th Oct 2017

Cartech

Aussies are amped about Tesla batteries

74% of Aussies foresee battery storage revolutionising home energy, as Tesla leads the charge in large-scale battery deployment.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 25th Sep 2017

Cartech

Hit the road with your Model X and a 'tiny house': Tesla unveils pod-home in Australia

Tesla's eco-friendly 'tiny house' tours Australia, showcasing the power of solar energy and the Powerwall in sustainable living.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Aug 2017

Cartech

Tesla owners beware! Security researchers find major holes - firmware updates critical

Researchers at Tencent's Keen Security Lab discovered major security holes in Tesla's firmware, which attackers could use to control vehicles.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Aug 2017

Cartech

Tesla, Volkswagen and BMW battle it out for the most efficient electric car

Cars are about more than just sleek looks and speed many of us need something practical, here are three EVs that deliver in that regard...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Jul 2017

Cartech

Tesla model three expected to start production on Friday

Tesla's eagerly awaited Model 3 enters production this Friday, with first deliveries set for a grand handover event on the 28th.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017

Cartech

Elon Musk: Tesla's market cap higher than they deserve

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has said that the company's market cap is higher than it deserves and that starting a car company is the worst way to earn money.

By Alex Crossan • 3 min read • Wed, 24th May 2017

Smart Home

Tesla opens pre-order for home solar tiles for most countries

In a blog post, Tesla announced the pre-order availability and provided with a calculator tool to help consumers figure out the cost.

By Sean Mitchell • 1 min read • Thu, 11th May 2017

Cartech

Elon Musk enlists help of Twitter in naming new tunnel bore

Elon Musk turns to Twitter for help in naming The Boring Company's new tunnel bore, eliciting a flood of creative and humorous suggestions.

By Alex Crossan • 2 min read • Mon, 8th May 2017

Space Technologies

Elon Musk expects Tesla self-driving cars within 2 years

Futurists' lord and saviour Elon Musk spoke at TEDTalk in Vancouver recently, on a range of topics covering Tesla's plans for the future.

By Alex Crossan • 2 min read • Mon, 1st May 2017

Stories from Other Regions

Cartech

How electric trucks and buses could change NZ

New Zealand's shift to electric trucks and buses, led by companies like Waste Management and aided by solutions from ABB, promises a cleaner, greener future.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 12th Mar 2018

DataCentre infrastructure

Tesla helps Kiwi company with mission of energy freedom

Tesla collaborates with Mercury on a USD $2 million grid-connected battery trial in New Zealand, aimed at enhancing energy storage and grid stability.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2018

Fintech

Kiwi platform enables you to rent a Tesla from your neighbour

Ever gazed at a Tesla (whether on the Internet or in person) and dreamed about driving one? Well now you can with this peer to peer platform.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd Nov 2017

DataCentre infrastructure

Tesla and Solarcity team up to install Powerwalls across NZ

SolarCity chosen as Tesla Powerwall Certified Installer, integrating Powerwall into solarZero service in New Zealand.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Sep 2017

Cartech

Everything you need to know about evworld NZ

Rev up for evworld NZ – the essential expo for electric vehicle aficionados, showcasing the latest in EV tech this September in Manukau.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Aug 2017

Smart Home

NZ's first Tesla Powerwall 2 installed at Queenstown home

Queenstown pioneers NZ's green energy shift with the nation's first Tesla Powerwall 2 installation at the Seymour family home.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Aug 2017

Manufacturing

Tesla recalls 53,000 cars after braking failure

All Model S and Model X vehicles manufactured between February and October of 2016 contain a gear that may have been improperly made.

By Alex Crossan • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Apr 2017