Key Takeaways Tesla received a warm welcome from India’s Minister of Commerce, Piyush Goyal, indicating support for foreign investment in manufacturing. Goyal emphasized that construction and vehicles are major pollution sources in cities, underlining the need for electric vehicles. The Indian government is committed to promoting electric vehicles as a means to achieve a cleaner…
Key Takeaways Elon Musk has denied Reuters reports that the U.S. might cut Starlink in Ukraine over rejected mineral contracts. Reuters cited unnamed sources, claiming Starlink could be shut off if Ukraine didn’t agree to a U.S. minerals proposal. Starlink is crucial for Ukraine’s military connectivity; losing access would significantly impact them. In response to…
Key Takeaways Federal employees received an email from Elon Musk demanding documentation of their work or face termination. This email follows a series of mass firings orchestrated by Musk in his role with the Department of Government Efficiency. Employees have until Monday 11:59 p.m. ET to submit approximately 5 accomplishments from the past week. Legal…
Key Takeaways Tesla’s shareholder Ross Gerber predicts a 50% fall in Tesla’s stock price by 2025 due to various factors. Gerber criticizes Tesla’s Full Self-Driving technology, citing its lack of LIDAR, which he believes is essential for safety. Increased competition from Chinese EV maker BYD is a significant threat to Tesla’s dominance in the electric…
Key Takeaways Tesla plans to deploy in-house robotaxi services, rather than using platforms like Uber. Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi mentioned discussions with Elon Musk, emphasizing Tesla’s desire to independently manage their robotaxi rollout. Tesla sees competition from Alphabet’s Waymo and potentially from collaborations like Uber, despite potential economic advantages of partnering. Tesla has been testing…
Key Takeaways Tesla has released the owner’s manual for the 2025 Model Y, highlighting new features and design changes. Orders for the redesigned Model Y have opened globally, with deliveries expected to start in March. Notable features include a longer range, acoustic glass, invisible speakers, a physical stalk, and updated lightbars. The 2025 Model Y…
Key Takeaways Elon Musk has called for a “fix” to X’s Community Notes, claiming it’s “gamed” by governments and media, despite previously promoting the feature as a solution to misinformation. Controversy arose when Community Notes contradicted claims about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s approval ratings, highlighting a poll showing high trust in him, conflicting with statements…
Key Takeaways Tesla is recalling 376,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to power steering assist failures, increasing crash risks. Tesla shares dropped 3% in mid-day trading following the recall announcement. The recall follows a year-long investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration into reported steering failures. Over 50 vehicles were reported towed due to…
Key Takeaways SpaceX’s Starship is scheduled for its eighth test flight, with a launch window beginning on February 26. Backup launch opportunities extend through March 6, reflecting careful planning around potential delays. SpaceX aims to repeat the successful first-stage booster catch, previously achieved twice. The seventh launch resulted in the rocket’s destruction due to a…
Key Takeaways Tesla is addressing a power steering issue in the 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles through a software update. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) categorizes this issue as a “recall” due to its safety implications. The fix is delivered over-the-air, meaning no physical service is required from Tesla service centers.…