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Tesla’s Q4 2025 Earnings Call Showdown: Top 5 Investor Questions That Could Shape 2026 – SpaceX IPO, FSD Unsupervised, Robotaxi Bottlenecks, Optimus Rollout, and FSD Transfers
ByGary Zhou January 22, 2026August 18, 2026

Key Takeaways Tesla’s Q4 and FY 2025 Earnings Call is scheduled for January 28 at 5:30 p.m. EST. Retail investors submit and vote on questions via the Say platform for potential answers from executives like Elon Musk. Top question: Will long-term Tesla shareholders be prioritized for SpaceX IPO shares? (Our Take: Speculation high, benefits expected…

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Tesla Cybercab Prototypes Spill the Beans: NACS Charging Backup and Rear Camera Washers Herald Practical Autonomy in 2026
ByGary Zhou January 20, 2026August 18, 2026

Key Takeaways Tesla Cybercab prototype spotted with rear panel potentially housing a physical NACS charge port, highlighted by Owen Sparks on X. Provides backup to wireless-only charging, enabling use of existing Superchargers before infrastructure rollout. Ensures flexibility and redundancy for continuous autonomous operation as production nears in months. Chicago sightings show rear camera washer keeping…

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Tesla Cybercab’s Chicago Sighting: Rear Camera Washer Confirmed – The Unsung Hero of Robotaxi Reliability
ByGary Zhou January 19, 2026August 18, 2026

Key Takeaways A dirty Tesla Cybercab prototype was sighted in Chicago, with its rear camera area noticeably cleaner and traces of water, confirming a rear camera washer. The rear camera washer addresses a long-requested feature by Tesla owners, especially in snowy or wet regions to prevent FSD visibility issues. Sawyer Merritt, a Model Y owner…

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Hyundai Poaches Tesla’s Optimus Mastermind: Is Boston Dynamics Set to Dominate Humanoid Robots?
ByGary Zhou January 17, 2026August 18, 2026

Key Takeaways Hyundai’s Boston Dynamics hires Milan Kovac, Tesla’s ex-Optimus head and SVP, as group adviser and outside director. Major setback for Tesla’s humanoid robot program, causing disarray and production delays after Kovac’s June 2025 exit. Kovac’s Tesla tenure: joined 2016, led Autopilot development, then Optimus; promoted by Elon Musk months before leaving. Announcement follows…

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Tesla’s Megapack Masterstroke: Sidestepping Sweden’s Union Blockade to Launch a Game-Changing Supercharger
ByGary Zhou January 17, 2026August 18, 2026

Key Takeaways Tesla Sweden launched a Supercharger in Arlandastad using Megapack batteries to bypass unions’ grid connection blockade. Seko union has blocked new electrical connections for Tesla Superchargers, making traditional openings nearly impossible. Previous sites in Malmö and Södertälje opened via grid operators E.ON and Telge Nät, later deemed errors. Arlandastad site has 8 of…

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Tesla’s Texas Lithium Refinery: The Dawn of North America’s Battery Supply Chain Independence
ByGary Zhou January 16, 2026August 18, 2026

Key Takeaways Tesla’s Texas lithium refinery near Corpus Christi is now operational, a major milestone for its U.S. battery supply chain. First refinery in North America converting raw spodumene ore directly to battery-grade lithium hydroxide. Process involves kilns, cooling, alkaline leaching, purification, and crystallization—simpler and less expensive than traditional methods. Tesla staff highlight sustainability: eliminates…

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The Fiery Verdict: Exploring the Arsonist Attack on a Tesla Dealership in Mesa, Arizona
ByGary Zhou January 15, 2026August 18, 2026

Key Takeaways A man in Mesa, Arizona, was sentenced to five years in federal prison for a politically motivated arson attack on a Tesla dealership. Ian William Moses, 35, pleaded guilty to five counts related to setting fire to a Tesla vehicle and location in April 2025. The arson not only destroyed a Tesla Cybertruck…

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Tesla Optimus V3 Draws Notable Early Feedback From Independent Observers
ByGary Zhou January 15, 2026August 18, 2026

Key Takeaways Jason Calacanis had a firsthand look at Tesla’s Optimus V3, calling it a potential game changer. He highlights that the Optimus lab was lively with many employees working on a Sunday morning. Calacanis believes Optimus V3 will overshadow Tesla’s car-making history in the future. He predicts a transformative impact from Optimus, claiming it…

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Tesla’s Strategic Partnership with Samsung: The Next Era in Autonomous Driving
ByGary Zhou January 15, 2026August 18, 2026

Key Takeaways Samsung is set to supply Tesla with automotive-grade 5G modems, expanding their partnership beyond AI chips. The 5G modem is currently in testing and aims for initial deployment in Tesla’s Robotaxi fleet in Texas. This agreement signifies Tesla’s efforts to diversify suppliers and reduce dependency on Qualcomm for vehicle connectivity. Samsung’s automotive modems…

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Tesla’s FSD Transition: Embracing a Subscription-Only Future
ByGary Zhou January 14, 2026August 18, 2026

Key Takeaways Tesla is shifting to a subscription-only model for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system after February 14. The subscription will be priced at $99 per month, lowering entry costs for consumers compared to the previous one-time purchase of $8,000. This move could streamline FSD sales and appeal to budget-conscious drivers, especially during peak travel…

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