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Tesla Model YL prototype spotted on US roads for the first time
Model 3/Y Apr 23, 2026

Tesla Model YL prototype spotted on US roads for the first time

A Tesla Model YL test mule, featuring a longer wheelbase and six seats, was spotted on a California highway for the first time. This sighting contradicts CEO Elon Musk’s earlier suggestion that the vehicle might not come to the U.S., indicating Tesla is actively testing it for the North American market. For owners and enthusiasts, this suggests a family-oriented, three-row Model Y variant could be arriving in the U.S. sooner than expected.

Tesla confirms Cybercab production has started despite delays in unsupervised driving
Cybertruck Apr 23, 2026

Tesla confirms Cybercab production has started despite delays in unsupervised driving

Tesla has officially started production of its Cybercab autonomous vehicle at its Texas factory. A key development is that the vehicle will not be limited by a regulatory cap on the number of autonomous vehicles that can be produced annually. This means Tesla can scale Cybercab production without that specific restriction, pending regulatory approval for its self-driving technology.

Tesla isn’t joking about building Optimus at an industrial scale: Here we go
Optimus Apr 22, 2026

Tesla isn’t joking about building Optimus at an industrial scale: Here we go

Tesla is constructing a massive factory in Texas to mass-produce its Optimus humanoid robots, with a target of 10 million units per year. This demonstrates the company's serious commitment to scaling the robot from a prototype into a major commercial product. For enthusiasts, it signals that Tesla is aggressively moving toward a future where Optimus robots could become a common sight in factories and beyond.

Tesla's "Terafab" Project: Why It Plans to Make Its Own Chips by 2026
Latest Apr 16, 2026

Tesla's "Terafab" Project: Why It Plans to Make Its Own Chips by 2026

Tesla is investing $25 billion in its "Terafab" project to produce its own semiconductor chips, aiming for independence from external suppliers by 2026. This move is a strategic effort to control its supply chain and secure the advanced hardware needed for its future vehicles and AI ambitions. For owners and enthusiasts, this could lead to more reliable vehicle production, faster innovation in features like self-driving, and potentially a significant competitive edge for Tesla.