Key Takeaways Tesla’s FSD Supervised v12.6.3 update has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from drivers, who praised its performance as “unbelievable” and “epic.” Social media was abuzz with Tesla owners sharing their experiences, highlighting the smoothness and confidence of the FSD update, likened to qualities seen in v13. Tesla’s commitment to Hardware 3 is reinforced, as…
Key Takeaways Panasonic aims to cut costs by overhauling underperforming sectors, like the TV division. Plans include restructuring employment to boost profits by $966 million by March 2027. Panasonic continues its focus on sectors with growth potential, such as lithium-ion batteries for EVs. CEO Yuki Kusumi is sentimental about the TV division but emphasizes the…
Key Takeaways Tesla’s transition to the new Model Y is expected to result in short-term production losses, with Bank of America predicting a loss of 100,000 vehicles. Producing the new Model Y at all factories is unprecedented, leading to weeks of lost production and impacting margins. Tesla’s gross margins may face pressure due to declining…
Key Takeaways Tesla Megapacks have been selected for a 548 MWh energy storage project in Maibara, Japan, led by Orix, to be operational by 2027. Tesla has been increasing Megapack deployments globally, including projects in Belgium, Melbourne, and Chile. Tesla’s production of Megapacks is ramping up, with facilities in Lathrop, California, and a new Megafactory…
Key Takeaways Ontario cancels $100M Starlink deal with SpaceX due to U.S. tariffs. Ontario bans American companies from provincial contracts in response to tariffs. Premier Doug Ford asserts refusal to do business amidst economic threats from tariffs. Elon Musk’s response to the cancellation is a simple “Oh well.” Starlink continues as a major provider of…
Key Takeaways Trump has agreed to delay tariffs on Mexico by one month following a conversation with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. Mexico agreed to send 10,000 National Guard members to the U.S. border to combat drug trafficking and illegal migration. The tariffs, if implemented, could lead to significant price increases in the auto industry, affecting…
Key Takeaways Tesla is strategically positioned as a leading automotive manufacturer in the U.S., which provides a competitive advantage amidst escalating tariffs between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Analysts at Piper Sandler view Tesla as a “defensive stock” due to its reliance on U.S.-based manufacturing and sourcing, which minimizes the adverse effects of international tariffs.…
Key Takeaways Tesla electric vehicles lead in vehicle lifespan and mileage, reaching an average of 204,000 miles. Tesla’s EVs have a lifespan of 20.3 years, outliving most other electric cars. Skoda and Audi excel in their respective diesel and gasoline categories but fall short of Tesla’s mileage. Electric vehicles now nearly match ICE vehicles in…
Key Takeaways Elon Musk announced that Donald Trump has agreed to consider shutting down USAID. The conversation involving Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy, Joni Ernst, and Mike Lee centered around USAID’s alleged corruption. Reports emerged over the weekend about DOGE targeting USAID, with claims of senior staff being placed on administrative leave. USAID, managing $40 billion…
Key Takeaways Tesla introduces a 10% insurance discount for Supervised FSD users in Texas and Arizona to promote its safer driving capabilities. New policyholders can access the discount from February 1, while existing ones will be eligible from March 8. The discount is experimental and reflects Tesla’s confidence in its Full Self-Driving technology, which is…