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SpaceX just launched a secret payload from California
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Key Points:
- SpaceX launched the classified USSF-366 Falcon 9 mission for the U.S. Space Force from Vandenberg Space Force Base, with the payload likely being a Starshield satellite designed for national security purposes, though details remain undisclosed.
- SpaceX continues to secure significant Pentagon contracts, including a $178.5 million task order and a $1.6 billion award for Falcon 9 launches through 2027, reflecting over $8 billion in Pentagon business for 2026 alone.
- Tesla released an $80 Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) Outlet Adapter for Premium Model Y vehicles in the U.S., enabling owners to power devices from their car batteries, but some newer Model Ys lack compatible power systems, requiring costly upgrades.
- The V2L feature is limited to Juniper Model Y vehicles with a new two-piece Power Conversion System, leaving some owners of less than one-year-old Model Ys unable to use the adapter without expensive modifications.
- Tesla is reportedly preparing to unveil its long-awaited all-electric Roadster soon, potentially as early as this month, featuring a SpaceX version with cold-gas thrusters and possibly a redesigned aesthetic after years of development delays.
