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Tesla launches Spring Update 2026 with ‘Hey Grok,’ new Self-Driving app, and more
Tesla is rolling out its Spring Update 2026 software, bringing over a dozen new features to its fleet. The highlights include a redesigned Self-Driving subscription app, voice-activated Grok, and a long-requested auto-install feature for software updates.
The update also adds some fun touches, like a new “Cyberhog” Pet Mode character and custom virtual wraps for Model S and X owners.
The 25 Bestselling Cars, Trucks, and SUVs of 2026 (So Far)
One segment leader saw an unexpected drop in the first quarter, while full-size pickup trucks continued to lead the way.
Rivian R2 vs Tesla Model Y spotted side-by-side: Detailed size comparison
New photos of the Rivian R2 parked next to the Tesla Model Y are making the rounds on social media, and they offer a great look at how these two critical electric SUVs actually compare in size. The R2 is shorter in length but noticeably taller, with a boxier, more rugged profile.
We decided to dig into the numbers and put together a full dimension-by-dimension breakdown — and the efficiency comparison is where things get really interesting.
Kia builds the first EV3 prototypes in Mexico ahead of US sales
Corvette Grand Sport Pricing Revealed, ZR1X Gets Huge Price Hike
Chevrolet confirmed pricing for the 2027 Corvette lineup to Car and Driver, with the top ZR1 and ZR1X models seeing significant price increases.
Anker SOLIX Earth Day Sale takes up to 65% off power stations + FREE gifts and exclusive bonus savings, Jackery, Worx, NAVEE, more
Kicking off this week’s Green Deals, we have Anker SOLIX launching its massive Earth Day lineup of power station deals with three tiers of free gifts and our exclusive bonus savings code – all starting from $120. There’s also the one-day-only deal hitting Jackery’s 2,042Wh Explorer 2000 Plus Portable Power Station for a $999 low, two notable Worx tool deals on the Aerocart 8-in-1 Yard Cart, and the Trivac 3-in-1 Electric Leaf Blower, Vacuum, and Mulcher, as well as a new low on the NAVEE K100 e-scooter for kids, and more waiting for you below. And don’t forget about the other hangover deals from last week at the bottom of the page, collected together into the latest edition of our Electrified Weekly roundup.
Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.
Toyota’s electric SUV was the third best-selling EV in the US in Q1
Uber begins early test rides of Lucid Gravity robotaxis equipped with Nuro autonomy systems
Hybrid Lexus GX550 May Be on the Way to Combat Rising Gas Prices
The automaker is likely aiming for a thriftier setup, rather than giving the GX a more potent engine to combat rivals like the Land Rover Defender.
2028 Chevrolet Camaro Is a New V-8 Pony Car Worth Waiting For
An American icon will return with an optional V-8 sending loads of horsepower to the rear wheels for tire-smoking shenanigans.
Volkswagen promises new ID.3 and ID.4 will be ‘true’ EVs as it gears up for an all out EV blitz
After admitting it had lost touch with buyers, Volkswagen’s CEO promises to get it right with its new EV lineup launching this year. Volkswagen’s EV blitz kicks off next week, starting with the updated ID.3.
Slate Auto closes funding round with enough financial runway to reach next stage of production
This morning, Slate Auto announced it has closed a Series C funding round after raising enough capital to continue development into its next stage of EV production in the US.
Key evidence disappears from Tesla involved in bizarre crash
Someone stole a critical piece of evidence from a Tesla Model Y involved in a violent crash in Bergen, Norway — the network card responsible for storing and transmitting crash data to Tesla’s servers.
The revelation raises serious questions about the integrity of the investigation into the 2023 crash, in which the Tesla taxi accelerated to 90 km/h and launched into the air before slamming into a kiosk.
View Photos of the 2003 Mid-Size Family Sedans
See the exteriors and interiors of the 2003 Dodge Stratus, Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Optima, Mazda 6i, Nissan Altima, Saturn L200, Subaru Legacy, Toyota Camry, Volkswagen Passat
Splashing in the Mainstream: 2003 Mid-Size Sedan Comparison Test
If a mid-size family sedan is what you want, the market is flooded with 'em. We compare the Dodge Stratus, Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Optima, Mazda 6, Nissan Altima, Saturn L200, Subaru Legacy, Toyota Camry, and Volkswagen Passat.
Sunward launches full range of extended range electric drill rigs [video]
Last week, Chinese heavy equipment brand Sunward unveiled unveiled a new class of rotary drilling rigs that combine electric drive and actuation with onboard range-extending generators – bringing smooth, low-vibration performance to projects just about anywhere.
Why does Western media keep failing on the Royal Enfield electric motorcycle launch?
There’s a strange pattern emerging in Western coverage of Royal Enfield’s upcoming electric motorcycle, the Flying Flea C6. And if you’ve been following the story closely, it’s getting harder to ignore.
Hot pursuit: watch this Harbinger electric van chase down a package thief [video]
With some 440 hp and nearly 1,200 lb-ft of instant electric torque on-hand, the Harbinger electric delivery van is more than capable of keeping up with modern day traffic. To show off just how capable it is, Harbinger’s marketing team has put together this fun, fictional, high octane voltage chase scene.
Hey, Gen Xers! Time Travel with This '86 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 on Bring a Trailer
If you were a young person in the late Eighties, you probably have memories of the Chevy Cavalier.