Key Takeaways Protests against Tesla have escalated to violence, including arson and vandalism at Tesla facilities and vehicles. Key incidents include molotov cocktails being thrown at Tesla vehicles in multiple locations and a shooting at a Tesla storefront in Oregon. Some acts of vandalism are paired with political messages referencing Elon Musk’s perceived far-right affiliations.…
Key Takeaways Neuralink, the brain implant company co-founded by Elon Musk, has filed trademark applications for names like Telepathy and Telekinesis with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. This move indicates Neuralink’s plans to potentially develop and market products under these futuristic-sounding names. The trademarks suggest a focus on mind-related products, reflecting the company’s…
Key Takeaways Tesla shares have experienced a seven-week decline, representing the longest losing streak since becoming a public company. Analysts from major firms like Bank of America and Goldman Sachs reduced their Tesla price targets due to falling vehicle sales and lack of new model updates. Baird added Tesla to its “bearish fresh picks”, citing…
Elon Musk’s empire is as ambitious as ever—but not without its share of turbulence. In this episode, we break down the latest developments across Tesla, SpaceX, and Musk’s other ventures. From Tesla’s declining sales in key European markets and increasing competition from rival EV makers to SpaceX’s progress with reusable rockets and the latest Starship…
Key Takeaways The City of Baltimore paused a $5 million contract with Tesla for electric vehicles, opting to go in another direction. City spokesman John Riggin clarified no Tesla vehicles were ordered or are in the city’s fleet. Baltimore is exploring alternatives from other OEMs like Ford and General Motors. The contract’s value serves as…
Key Takeaways Christer Gardell, a Swedish billionaire and hedge fund manager, has issued a warning about the potential 95% crash risk facing Tesla stock. Gardell criticizes Tesla due to what he describes as the “circus” surrounding CEO Elon Musk, impacting the company’s stock valuation. Gardell views Tesla fundamentally as a car company and questions the…
Key Takeaways Super Heavy Booster Success – SpaceX successfully recovered the Super Heavy booster (Booster 15) for the third time, catching it midair with Starbase’s “chopstick” arms. Upper Stage Failure – The Starship upper stage (Ship 34) broke apart during ascent, marking the second consecutive failure of the upper stage after Flight 7’s loss in…
Key Takeaways Elon Musk’s Cybertruck Pledge – Musk has seemingly confirmed he will send a Tesla Cybertruck to 13-year-old Devarjaye “DJ” Daniel, a Houston teen battling brain cancer. Direct Request to Musk – During a CNN interview, DJ shared that he asked Musk for a Cybertruck, to which Musk responded positively. A heart emoji from…
Key Takeaways Suspect Arrested – A 41-year-old Salem man was arrested for allegedly throwing Molotov cocktails at a Tesla store, causing an estimated $500,000 in damages. Federal Charges – The suspect faces a federal charge for illegally possessing an unregistered destructive device. Seven vehicles were damaged, and one was completely destroyed. Incident Details – The…
Key Takeaways EU Inquiry: The EU Commission is analyzing funds allocated to Elon Musk’s companies as Trump’s tariffs challenge European investments. Model Y Success: Tesla Model Y was the top-selling imported car in South Korea, highlighting Tesla’s strong market presence there. Tariff Talks: The U.S. is urging India to drop car import tariffs, which could…