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A Decade of the Tesla Model 3

A Decade of the Tesla Model 3

It's been ten years since the reveal of the Tesla 3, arguably the first EV to change the automotive landscape forever (or was that the...
Our Tesla Cybertruck Buyback: Two Years of Ownership, Reliability Issues, and a Smooth Repurchase

Our Tesla Cybertruck Buyback: Two Years of Ownership, Reliability Issues, and a Smooth Repurchase

After nearly two years with Cybertruck VIN 1000, repeated low‑voltage failures and political backlash pushed us to request a Tesla buyback. Here’s how the repurchase...
Behind Norway’s 96% EV share: it’s not about loving EVs, it’s about hating taxes

Behind Norway’s 96% EV share: it’s not about loving EVs, it’s about hating taxes

In Norway, the EV boom, and Tesla's dominance, is less about virtue and more about a brutally simple spreadsheet: taxes make performance ICE cars eye...
The Slate Truck at the Fort Worth Stockyards: A Glimpse of the Future (or the Past??)

The Slate Truck at the Fort Worth Stockyards: A Glimpse of the Future (or the Past??)

We checked out the Slate electric truck prototype at the Fort Worth Stockyards and came away intrigued. With composite body panels, retro styling, and a...
The interior of a Tesla Cybercab Robotaxi

Tesla Cybercab Robotaxi: Can It Really Make $200–$400 Per Day?

How Much Money Could A Tesla Cybercab Make You Per Day? With Tesla confirming that the Cybercab will be sold to consumers for under US$30,000...
Rivian R2 Is Almost Here

The Latest on the Rivian R2

The long-anticipated Rivian R2 is almost here - we're breaking down the expected options, pricing and delivery windows. ...
Model S & X cease Production

Production Ending Tesla Model S & X

The end of an era, as Model S and Model X end production This week, Elon casually dropped in the earnings call that the production...
Tesla Center Screen Upgrade

Screen Upgrade - Is Upgrading Your Tesla Model 3/Y Center Screen Worthwhile?

Is upgrading your Model 3/Y center screen worthwhile? In this article we cover the upgrade process and compare the features. ...
Lemonade Insurance & Tesla FSD

Lemonade Insurance 💖 Tesla

Lemonade Insurance just put a massive stake in the ground for Tesla’s Full Self-Driving: ~50% off your per‑mile rate any time FSD is actually doing...
Attack of the clones

Are Cheap Tesla Screen Protectors a False Economy?

We've designed the worlds best screen protectors for Tesla & Rivian vehicles. Here's way this is something you should invest in for your vehicle. ...
Abstract Ocean is 10 years old!

🎂 Ten Years of Abstract Ocean!

In 2023, Abstract Ocean turned 10. Here's a quick history of how we started. ...
Tesla VIN Decoder

Tesla VIN Decoder

Here's an easy way to find out where your Tesla was born. ...
Snowmageddon 2021 and our Tesla Powerwall

Tesla Powerwall Saved Our Business!

The winter of 2021 brought Texas to it's knees. Here's how we survived, just... ...
All about the worlds best Tesla & Rivian screen protectors!

Everything you ever wanted to know about Screen Protectors

You may have noticed that we sell a few kinds of screen protectors. So, which one is right for you? ...
The Demise of the Tesla Model S & X?

The Demise of Model S & X(?)

Our 2019 appeal for a refreshed Model S & X. We got them, eventually, sort-of.... ...