Tesla’s replanting of trees near Gigafactory 4 complex may be more difficult than expected

By Joey Klender Posted on January 10, 2020 Tesla and the State of Brandenburg are preparing for afforestation in lands surrounding the recently purchased lot where Gigafactory 4 will eventually stand. Brandenburg BUND Conservation Officer Axel Heinzel-Berndt stated that Tesla officers have been contacted by environmentalists several times since the company has started removing trees …

Elon Musk considers Tesla mobile app with in-car search capabilities

By Randell Suba Posted on January 10, 2020 On the heels of Tesla’s latest search-by-voice feature, CEO Elon Musk is considering an update that would extend onboard search capabilities to an owner’s Tesla mobile app. Having the ability to search vehicle-specific functions via a mobile app, instead of using Tesla’s native touchscreen or voice controls, …

Tesla Gigafactory 4 sales contract gets approval from State Committee

By Joey Klender Posted on January 9, 2020 Tesla’s Gigafactory 4 project has officially been granted a sales contract by the Brandenburg State Committee in Germany. The Financial Committee of Brandenburg came to an agreement in just two hours to approve the purchase agreement between Tesla and previous landowners for €40.91 million. The 300-hectare property …