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7 stories tagged open-source on EV Digest.

Pionix, AST-X, and Solectrix Partner to Develop Customizable EV Charge Controllers

A new collaboration between Pionix, AST-X, and Solectrix aims to streamline the development of EV charging infrastructure. This partnership will offer charge manufacturers a "custom-off-the-shelf" controller solution, utilizing Pionix's existing EVerest open-source platform as a foundational reference design. The initiative focuses on delivering software-defined charging capabilities, accelerating the deployment of advanced EV chargers.

October 5, 2026Charged EVsPionix

Models

Windrose Open-Sources Electric Semi Truck Designs for Free

Windrose founder and CEO Wen Han has made a significant move in the heavy-duty EV sector by releasing the complete CAD models for its Class 8 X9D01 electric truck. This unprecedented decision makes the blueprints for all 1,023 parts available online at no cost, aiming to accelerate innovation and collaboration within the electric truck industry.

September 17, 2026ElectrekWindrose

Models

Driving the Slate Pickup: A Basic, Open-Source EV Truck Platform for the Future

The Slate is an innovative electric pickup truck designed to be a fundamental, open-source platform rather than a conventional production vehicle. This "Blank Slate" concept allows for extensive customization, offering a bare-bones foundation for users to build upon and adapt to their specific needs, though its extreme simplicity might not appeal to everyone looking for a finished product.

July 31, 2026Car and DriverSlate

Models

Tesla to Open-Source Model S and Model X Designs and Software

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.

July 27, 2026Not a Tesla AppTesla

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Musk Suggests Tesla Could Open-Source Model S and X Designs, Echoing Past Roadster Pledge

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.

July 25, 2026ElectrekTesla

Autonomous

Defunct Fisker Ocean Could Gain Hands-Free Driving Through Open-Source Efforts

Despite Fisker's bankruptcy, a community-driven initiative is working to bring a hands-free driving system to the Ocean electric SUV. This unexpected development aims to activate a feature that was promised but never delivered by the original manufacturer.

July 13, 2026InsideEVsFisker

Models

Tesla Open-Sources Cybertruck CAN Bus Protocols for Enhanced Connectivity

Tesla has released the CAN bus protocols for the Cybertruck, making it easier for modders and aftermarket accessory manufacturers to integrate with the vehicle's electrical systems. This move aims to foster innovation and customization within the Cybertruck community, building on Tesla's history of open-sourcing various technologies.

June 23, 2026Tesla BlogTesla

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7 stories tagged open-source on EV Digest.

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