🚀 Milan Kovac has been promoted to Vice President of Optimus at Tesla, reflecting his leadership within the company’s Autopilot team. 📈 Kovac has been with Tesla for over 8 years, showcasing a strong career trajectory at the demanding workplace. 🤖 Under Kovac’s leadership, Tesla’s Optimus robot has evolved from a concept to an operational…
🤖 Tesla recently showcased new capabilities of its humanoid robot, Optimus, in a 90-second update video. 🚶♂️ Optimus has improved its autonomous navigation skills, confidently walking and avoiding obstacles using neural networks. 🧠 The robots are now able to build a shared understanding of their surroundings, enhancing teamwork and efficiency, especially in factory settings. 🔌…
🌍 Tesla Superchargers have been introduced in Chile, marking their first appearance in South America. 🔌 The first Superchargers are operational in Quilicura and Curauma, featuring eight V4 250 kW stalls. 🛠️ These Superchargers support CCS, allowing other EVs to charge, if the network is open to other manufacturers. 📈 The expansion supports Tesla’s goal…
🚗 Tesla’s new Cybercab robotaxi features an inductive charging system instead of a NACS port. 🎥 Videos from the “We, Robot” event teased the wireless charging design and speed for the Cybercab. ⚡ The Cybercab’s wireless charging pad offers a speed of 19 kW, faster than Tesla’s Wall Connector but less than Superchargers. 🔋 Speculation…
🌍 Tesla Semi to be sold globally, potentially reducing transportation emissions. 🏭 Positive feedback from the Gigafactory Berlin team on the Tesla Semi. 🎥 Elon Musk announced the news in response to a Tesla Manufacturing video. ⚡ Tesla Semi could significantly impact road safety and emissions due to its electric design. 🚚 First deliveries show…
🎬 Hagerty’s ICONS episode on the Tesla Cybertruck wins the prestigious “Best Journalism Film” award at the 2024 International Motor Film Awards. 🚙 Host Jason Cammisa provided one of the first comprehensive reviews of the all-electric Cybertruck, earning praise for its informative and engaging content. ⏱️ The production team faced tight deadlines with only two…
🚕 ARK Invest anticipates that Tesla’s Robotaxi Network will outpace competitors in scaling up the autonomous ride-hailing market. 🌐 Tesla targets a larger autonomous ride-hailing market valued at over $10 trillion globally, according to ARK’s Tasha Keeney. 💰 Elon Musk aims for robotaxi ride costs to drop to $0.30-$0.40 per mile with the Tesla Cybercab…
🚗 Tesla’s Robotaxi Network may launch by 2025 or 2026, earlier than previously expected. 🤖 ARK Invest believes the existing Tesla fleet is equipped to support a Robotaxi Network. 🚕 Tesla could potentially launch the Robotaxi Network with human drivers before full automation. 📈 A Tesla ride-hail network could enhance the company’s profitability even before…
🔋 Powershare technology enables the Cybertruck to provide power through onboard outlets or charge ports. 🏠 Powershare allows the Cybertruck to support homes during power outages, potentially powering a home for days. 🌞 For homes with solar panels, Powershare activation is expected by the end of the year. 🔌 The Cybertruck can charge other electric…
🚀 Tesla transferred $770 million worth of Bitcoin to new digital addresses, marking a significant move since 2022. 💼 Tesla is the third-largest Bitcoin holder among public companies, following MicroStrategy and MARA. 💰 In early 2021, Tesla invested $1.5 billion in Bitcoin and briefly accepted Bitcoin for vehicle purchases. 🔑 Tesla’s investment aimed to preserve…