6 stories tagged model-x on EV Digest.
Tesla's AI chief, Ashok Elluswamy, has confirmed the imminent release of Full Self-Driving (FSD) v14 Lite for the Model S and Model X. This software update is expected to begin deploying to these flagship sedan and SUV models very soon. The development signals an ongoing refinement and expansion of Tesla's advanced driver-assistance features across its vehicle lineup.
Tesla is liquidating a significant inventory of surplus parts for its Model S and Model X vehicles through auctions. This move comes as the company streamlines its manufacturing processes and adjusts its production lines at the Fremont factory.
A Tesla Model X, in a rare Glacier Blue finish, was dramatically split into two pieces during a severe traffic accident. The collision completely sheared off the rear section of the vehicle, including a portion of the passenger cabin, highlighting the extreme forces involved in the incident. Photos from the scene show the extensive damage to the electric SUV.
U.S. safety regulators have launched an investigation into potential front suspension failures across a range of Tesla Model S and Model X vehicles. This preliminary evaluation, prompted by numerous owner complaints, aims to determine if a defect is causing components to prematurely wear or break, potentially affecting vehicle control.
Elon Musk announced that Tesla plans to make the design and software for its flagship Model S sedan and Model X SUV open source. This move mirrors the company's past decision with the original Roadster, allowing external developers and enthusiasts to access and modify underlying blueprints and code.
Elon Musk has hinted at making the design specifications for the Tesla Model S and Model X open source, drawing parallels to a similar, albeit limited, release for the original Roadster. This announcement revives skepticism, as the previous 'open-source' effort for the Roadster primarily involved a few technical documents and design files without a clear open-source license.
