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01Optimus & AI

Elon Musk shuts down Optimus reservation rumors for December

Elon Musk has denied reports that Tesla will open Optimus reservations in early December.

Recent reports claimed Tesla planned to open reservations for its Optimus robot in early December.

Elon Musk addressed the claims directly.

Social media updates confirm he shut down the rumors.

Key facts

  • Elon has shut down rumours Tesla was going to open Optimus reservations on December.
  • Elon on the The San Francisco Standard report that Tesla will open up reservations for its Optimus robot in early December:
@DriveTeslacaElon has shut down rumours Tesla was going to open Optimus reservations on December.@SawyerMerrittElon on the The San Francisco Standard report that Tesla will open up reservations for its Optimus robot in early December:
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02Vehicles

Next-Gen Roadster UI Jet-Inspired Around Pilot

Tesla designed the next-generation Roadster touchscreen around the driver as pilot with fighter jet cockpit influences.

The next-generation Tesla Roadster centers its center touchscreen UI on the driver, referred to as the pilot. The interface draws from modern fighter jet cockpits rather than daily driving needs.

It supports advanced systems including rocket thrusters, downforce fans, and variable aerodynamics through on-screen controls. Track Mode offers custom settings for ride height, suspension, and aerodynamic load on performance variants.

The vehicle remains a prototype with about five units built so far and is intended for racetrack use.

“Inspired by fighter jet cockpits, Roadster’s interface was designed around the pilot”

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Key facts

  • The UI draws inspiration from modern fighter jet cockpits and refers to the driver as a pilot.1
  • The Roadster is an electric supercar for racetrack use, not daily Full Self-Driving convenience.1
  • Track Mode provides controls for ride height, suspension, downforce levels, and fans with high downforce or low drag options.1
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03Software

Tesla Owners Face $539 Charge for Emergency Drive Away

Activating the new feature triggers a service alert even without vehicle movement.

Tesla owners report a US$539 service charge after accidentally activating the Emergency Drive Away feature. One owner tapped Activate while the charge cable remained connected but stopped before moving. The alert “BMS_a228_EmergencyDriveAwayServiceRequired” appeared and required Tesla Service to clear.

The feature was added in software update 2026.38.3. Tesla states activation can damage the vehicle and Supercharger, with potential costs up to US$25,000. Service is needed to inspect the charge port regardless of actual use.

Owners are advised not to press Activate unless in a true emergency.

Key facts

  • Tesla introduced Emergency Drive Away with software update 2026.38.3.1
  • Owners face a US$539 service charge to clear the alert even if the vehicle never moves.1
  • The alert “BMS_a228_EmergencyDriveAwayServiceRequired” requires Tesla Service intervention.1
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04Charging

Tesla reveals 36 owner-voted Supercharger sites for Q3 2026

Tesla selected 36 new Supercharger locations from owner votes for the third quarter of 2026.

Tesla announced the 36 winning sites on its official Charging account on X. The locations are now visible on the company's Find Us map, and a new voting round for Q4 has opened.

The company passed 85,000 Supercharger stalls across 9,000 sites worldwide during the quarter. It also introduced pre-assembled Accordion Superchargers that ship 16 stalls per truck and cut installation costs by about 20 percent.

Owners may cast up to five votes per cycle through the Supercharger Voting portal. Tesla plans to announce the next winners early next year.

“Tesla has announced the latest batch of community-picked Supercharger sites.”

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Key facts

  • Tesla announced 36 new community-picked Supercharger sites for Q3 2026.1
  • The network reached 85,000 stalls at 9,000 locations worldwide.1
  • Tesla debuted Accordion Superchargers that ship 16 stalls per truck and reduce costs by about 20%.1

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