Key Takeaways Dorsheimer found Tesla’s Robotaxi to offer a superior rider experience compared to Waymo’s service. Robotaxi vehicles lack external hardware, blending seamlessly into traffic, while Waymo vehicles are more visually distinct with LiDAR equipment. The cost of Tesla’s Robotaxi is half that of Uber, potentially positioning it to dominate the market. Both services are…
Key Takeaways Elon Musk teases a futuristic concept for the Cybertruck, showcasing its potential as a flying vehicle. A video created by the AI tool Grok Imagine depicts Cybertruck flying above a futuristic city with massive robots. While the flying Cybertruck is a distant possibility, Tesla is working on making the Roadster hover using SpaceX…
Key Takeaways Preparations for the Cybercab are ongoing at Giga Texas, with significant equipment updates observed. The structural pack area has undergone upgrades, including new mezzanine floors and production expansion. Initial production of the Cybercab may start soon, reflecting Tesla’s aggressive targets. Elon Musk aims for a run rate of 2 million Cybercabs per year…
Key Takeaways Tesla’s Robotaxi service has faced skepticism, particularly from industry figures like ex-Waymo CEO John Krafcik. The service operates in Austin and the San Francisco Bay Area, with different legal restrictions in place. Krafcik criticized the Robotaxi, suggesting it resembles existing ride-hailing services like Uber rather than a true self-driving taxi. Current Safety Monitor…
Key Takeaways A fire broke out in a diesel truck carrying Teslas, not the Teslas themselves. The incident led to the closure of southbound lanes on the Golden State Freeway for several hours. Six Teslas were destroyed in the fire, but no injuries were reported. Tesla VP Roshan Thomas clarified the origin of the fire…
Key Takeaways Tesla Roadster is highly anticipated but has faced delays in its release. BYD’s Yangwang U9 Track Edition features a quad-motor powertrain and boasts an impressive 2,977 horsepower. Compared to the Roadster’s expected 1,000 horsepower, the U9 Track Edition far exceeds in power. The Roadster is projected to accelerate from 0-60 MPH in just…
Key Takeaways Tesla has increased the prices of Model S and Model X by $10,000, raising the starting prices to $94,990 and $99,990 respectively. The ‘Full Self-Driving’ (FSD) package is now included with all Model S and Model X vehicles, previously costing $8,000. Tesla is reinstating free Supercharging for life, a perk that had been…
Key Takeaways A fleet of covered Model Y units was spotted at Giga Berlin during a drone flyover. Tesla watcher Tobias Lindh documented the sighting, raising speculations about the covered vehicles. Speculation surrounds whether the models are the new Model Y L or the upcoming Model Y Performance. The Model Y remains Tesla’s best-selling vehicle,…
Key Takeaways Elon Musk confirmed that a crucial feature for the Tesla Robotaxi platform will be available soon. Tesla showcased a successful Full Self-Driving demo with a zero-intervention drive from San Francisco to Los Angeles. The ability for Tesla vehicles to automatically pull into Supercharger stalls will be enhanced with upcoming software updates. Tesla is…
Key Takeaways Tesla’s new patent hints at technology that could help achieve the Roadster’s ambitious 0-60 mph target. The patent features a multi-mode active aero system designed to enhance traction and performance through downforce. Elon Musk aims for a groundbreaking 0-60 mph time of under one second for the new Roadster. The Roadster aims to…