Key Takeaways Lucid Motors CEO Peter Rawlinson has stepped down, transitioning to a Strategic Technical Advisor role. Marc Winterhoff, the Chief Operating Officer, has been appointed as interim CEO. Rawlinson expresses pride in Lucid’s growth from inception to a leader in sustainable mobility. Lucid has successfully launched the Gravity SUV, continuing to produce and deliver…
Key Takeaways Tesla’s FSD system has been launched in China after being available only in North America, swiftly adapting to local traffic laws. Elon Musk credited the quick adaptation to video-based training using publicly available video footage of Chinese roads. The FSD system began learning about driving conditions in China without significant additional software development…
Key Takeaways Tesla Cybertruck will receive Adaptive Headlights, addressing a feature many owners have long questioned. These Adaptive Headlights, also known as Matrix Headlights, use external cameras to optimize visibility for both Tesla drivers and other vehicles by selectively dimming certain pixels. This technology has been available overseas, particularly in Europe, and is now working…
Key Takeaways Tesla Automation signed a deal to acquire key assets of the insolvent German automation supplier Manz AG. The acquisition includes over 300 Manz employees and movable assets at their Reutlingen site. The purchase is still subject to approval by the German Federal Cartel Office. Neither Tesla Automation nor Manz disclosed the price of…
Key Takeaways Tesla China has started rolling out some advanced driver-assist features inspired by FSD technology, gaining positive reactions. The update, labeled as software version 2024.45.32.12, mimics inner city streets driving like FSD in the U.S. The main feature, “Autopilot automatic assisted driving on urban roads,” includes navigating ramps and intersections using traffic light recognition.…
Key Takeaways Multiple Tesla Cybercabs have been spotted in testing at Giga Texas with a steering wheel, sparking speculation about potential consumer availability. Drone footage reveals an increased volume of Cybercab testing, showing at least three being tested at once, and possibly more. The presence of a steering wheel and human operator suggests Tesla might…
Key Takeaways Tesla Owners Club Belgium organized the largest synchronized Tesla light show ever, with 1,150 vehicles. The event took place in Sint-Truiden, Belgium, surpassing previous shows in South Korea and Finland. Multi-angle aerial footage captured the spectacle, including drone displays with Tesla logos. Recent events have innovatively used light shows for special occasions, like…
Key Takeaways Tesla has decided to retain the Model S and Model X in its lineup, despite them having no direct alignment with future growth goals. The Model S and Model X accounted for only 23,000 deliveries in Q4, raising questions about their continued viability. Tesla’s VP of Vehicle Engineering, Lars Moravy, confirmed on the…
Key Takeaways Tesla Cybercab aims to focus initially on short-distance trips within cities, particularly for ride-sharing purposes. Long-term goals include enabling the Cybercab for autonomous long-distance trips, making it road trip ready. Key to long-distance capability is Tesla’s development of wireless charging technology to support seamless travel. Lars Moravy, VP of Vehicle Engineering, discussed these…
Key Takeaways Tesla stores, vehicles, and chargers have experienced ongoing vandalism and protests, linked to Elon Musk’s activities under the Trump administration’s government efficiency division. A Supercharger post in Salt Lake City was vandalized with offensive symbols; Tesla plans to prosecute those responsible. In Gothenburg, Sweden, a series of arson attacks targeted Tesla vehicles, with…