Key Points 🚗 Tesla Model 3 AWD is the least stolen vehicle in the US according to the Highway Loss Data Institute (HDLI) report for 2022. 📊 The HDLI’s relative claim frequency (RCF) score ranks the Model 3 AWD as the lowest in terms of theft. 🏆 Other Tesla models, such as Model Y AWD,…
Key Points 🚗 Another fleet of new Tesla Model 3 “Highland” units spotted in Shanghai, China. 🌟 “Project Highland” Model 3 receiving positive reviews for its improvements in exterior, interior, and comfort. 🏭 New Model 3 production currently only at Gigafactory Shanghai, with Fremont Factory expected to start production later in the year or early…
Key Points 💧 Tesla’s Gigafactory Berlin has used significantly less water for production than it was approved for. 🚙 In the first year of production, Tesla used only 300,000 cubic meters of water, well below the approved limit of 1.8 million cubic meters. 📉 Water consumption remained below the approved limit even as Tesla ramped…
Key Points 📉 Recent data indicates that Tesla’s vehicle recalls have decreased significantly in 2023. 🚗 In 2022, Tesla faced recalls on 3.8 million vehicles, but in 2023, it has only recalled around 439,000 units. 🚘 Tesla is estimated to have about 550,000 recalls by the end of the year. 🔧 Tesla addressed a recent…
Key Points 🚗 Tesla’s long-awaited Cybertruck is set to begin deliveries next month. 📷 A Cybertruck with cargo racks over the bed cover was spotted at a Supercharger station in San Ramon, California. 🚀 Tesla announced a date for its Cybertruck delivery event on November 30, four years after the initial unveiling. 💡 CEO Elon…
Key Points 🚗 Tesla has started delivering the refreshed Model 3 “Highland” in Germany, as evidenced by new images shared on social media. 📸 Pictures show the redesigned Model 3 in midnight silver metallic paint with Aero Wheels, being delivered at the Tesla store in Bielefeld, Germany. 🌍 The Model 3 Highland is built at…
Key Points 🚗 Mercedes-Benz’s EV sales in the U.S. increased by 284% in the third quarter of 2023. 📊 Despite the sales increase, Mercedes-Benz’s EVs are taking longer to sell compared to other vehicles in the luxury segment. 🛍️ The average time for Mercedes-Benz EQ models to sell at dealerships in September was 82 days,…
Key Points 🚗 Ford has increased layoffs at two plants in response to ongoing UAW strikes and reduced parts demand. ⚙️ The UAW strikes have continued for over a month, causing supply chain disruptions and resulting in ongoing layoffs. 👥 Ford laid off 354 workers at its Sharonville, Ohio Transmission Plant and 10 employees at…
Key Points 🏛️ The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) supported Tesla’s argument in a circuit court appeal regarding Louisiana’s direct auto sales ban. ⚖️ Tesla had filed a lawsuit against Louisiana automotive dealer groups to overturn the ban on direct automotive sales without dealerships. 🚗 DOJ echoed Tesla’s argument that the judge had misinterpreted antitrust…
Key Points 🚗 Tesla’s Cybertruck will feature an 800-volt architecture when deliveries begin on November 30. ⚡ The 800-volt architecture will lead to faster charging times, improved efficiency, better profit margins, and reduced vehicle weight. 💰 Tesla expects the 800-volt architecture to contribute to cost savings and boost financial performance, addressing economic challenges in the…