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New Zealand · Cybertruck

Tesla Scraps Cybertruck for Australia, NZ, Refunds Deposits

Tesla emailed Australian and New Zealand Cybertruck reservation holders on October 23 that the truck is cancelled there. Deposits come back in full.

Damien KestelooOct 233 min read

Robotaxi

Tesla Cybercab Hits Public Roads in New Zealand, Caked in Winter Testing Grime

A Tesla Cybercab appeared on a public New Zealand road in footage surfacing July 24, 2026, wearing local plates and a month of test grime, in what appears to be the first video of the robotaxi moving under its own power outside the US.

Haye KestelooJul 24

California

Tesla Sues California DMV Over FSD Branding While Grok Expands to Europe and Australia

Tesla filed suit February 13 to reverse California's "false advertiser" ruling on FSD and Autopilot. Meanwhile, Grok with Navigation Commands rolls out to Europe and Australia on software update 2026.2.6.1.

Haye KestelooFeb 25

Tesla

Tesla FSD Purchase Option Dies February 14: Why the $8,000 Bet Never Made Sense

After years of promising that Full Self-Driving would become an “appreciating asset,” Tesla just admitted the opposite by killing the $8,000 purchase option entirely. CEO Elon Musk announced on X early this morning that Tesla will stop selling FSD as a one-time purchase after February 14, 2026, forcing all future buyers into subscription-only access at…

Haye KestelooJan 14

Tesla

Tesla Robotaxi App Expands to 12 Countries Ahead of Global Push

Tesla’s Robotaxi app is now available for download across 12 countries and regions, expanding far beyond its original U.S.-only launch. Why it matters: The move signals Tesla is building international infrastructure ahead of its planned global autonomous ride-hailing rollout. The Details By the Numbers EVXL’s Take This international app rollout is classic Tesla: building hype…

Haye KestelooDec 7

UK Gives Green Light for New Hybrid Car Sales Until 2035

Tesla

UK Budget May Hit EV Drivers With 3p-Per-Mile Tax As Fuel Duty Revenue Collapses

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly considering a 3p-per-mile tax on electric vehicle drivers in next week’s Autumn Budget, according to The Times. The proposed pay-per-mile charge would help offset a massive decline in fuel duty revenue as British drivers increasingly switch from petrol and diesel vehicles to EVs. The move comes as the UK…

Haye KestelooNov 5

Tesla

Vessev’s VS-9 Electric Hydrofoil Boat Redefines Smooth, Sustainable Water Travel

In Auckland, New Zealand, a sleek, electric hydrofoil boat is gliding above the waves, promising a greener, smoother ride for passengers. Vessev’s VS-9, now in commercial service with Fullers360, combines cutting-edge hydrofoil technology with electric propulsion to slash energy use by up to 90%, offering a glimpse into the future of marine transport. This game-changing…

Haye KestelooMay 3

Tesla

Stark VARG EX: Redefining Electric Enduro Performance

Stark Future has officially unveiled the Stark VARG EX, a high-performance electric enduro motorcycle designed to bridge the gap between off-road thrills and road-legal versatility. Following the success of their motocross-focused VARG model, the VARG EX introduces key upgrades that target both enthusiasts and urban riders. The EX marks Stark Future’s first road-legal motorcycle, pushing…

Haye KestelooDec 10

New Zealand

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