Unbiased AI-powered news
60 stories related to this topic, newest first.
usatoday.comElectric vehicle purchases increased from the first quarter but remained 20.5 percent below year-earlier levels. Tesla maintained roughly half of first-half sales while several other brands posted sharp declines.
electrek.coTesla senior policy advisor India Herdman told the DC City Council on Monday that the company is developing a purpose-built wheelchair-accessible autonomous vehicle. The statement came during a hearing on a bill to allow robotaxi services in the District. No timeline or further d…
teslarati.comSamsung Foundry completed tape-out of a Tesla AI5 chip designed for the Taylor, Texas fab. Volume production remains months away.
teslarati.comTesla began operating its Robotaxi ride-hailing service in Miami without human safety drivers on June 3. The initial geofence covers a 10- to 14-square-mile zone in western Miami-Dade County. The company has not disclosed fleet size, but reports indicate three vehicles were activ…
benzinga.comTesla has started dismantling Model S and Model X production lines at its Fremont facility. The work clears space for new lines dedicated to Optimus robot manufacturing. The company said the area will eventually support annual output of one million robots.
investopedia.comCox Automotive data showed a rebound in electric vehicle purchases amid higher gasoline prices. Tesla maintained its dominant position while several legacy automakers recorded sharp declines.
benzinga.com@SawyerMerritt reported that LG Energy is increasing cylindrical battery production in Nanjing, China, to meet higher demand for Tesla electric vehicles. The Model Y ranked as China's top-selling passenger vehicle last month.
teslarati.comUsa Today reported that Tesla will introduce a six-passenger version of its Model Y to the American market after selling it in China since 2025. Deliveries of the long-wheelbase electric SUV are scheduled between October and November 2026.
@SawyerMerritt reported that Tesla processed more than 14,000 metric tons of battery material last year. The volume equals 46,000 long-range packs and rose 20 percent from 2024.
A San Mateo County judge dismissed all charges against Dharmesh Patel after he completed a two-year mental health diversion program. The 45-year-old Pasadena radiologist had faced three counts of attempted murder for driving his Tesla off a cliff with his wife and two children in…
teslarati.comTesla updated its online shop with summer accessories including a dual-zone fridge for the Model Y. The company also introduced a $61,990 six-seat Model Y L in the United States. Several items from the collection are already out of stock.
washingtonpost.com@SawyerMerritt reported that Tesla introduced Tesla Home, a system that manages household energy use with its Opticaster software. The platform predicts solar output and consumption to shift appliance operation and battery charging toward lower-cost periods.
electrek.coTesla introduced the six-seater Model Y L on July 2, 2026. The vehicle is the longest and most expensive Model Y variant and carries a starting price of $61,990 for launch versions.
Nbc NewsA 44-year-old man faces manslaughter charges after his Tesla struck a home in Katy, Texas, on June 19, killing a 76-year-old woman. Court documents state the vehicle was operating in automated driving mode at the time of the crash.
app.buzzsumo.comThe service now operates in Miami, Dallas, Houston, Austin, and the Bay Area with unsupervised Model Y rides in three cities and mixed operations in two.
america.cgtn.comTesla began taking U.S. orders Thursday for the Model Y L, a three-row version of its SUV priced from $61,990. The vehicle has been on sale in China since last August and will reach U.S. customers in October.
EngadgetTesla has introduced the Model Y Long Wheelbase to buyers in the US and Puerto Rico nearly a year after its China release. The six-seat variant starts at $61,990 with deliveries set for September and October.
forbes.comAn electric Tesla Semi struck two passenger vehicles Sunday morning in Dayton, Nevada, killing two people and sending one to the hospital. The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office responded to the collision at Highway 50 and Traditions Parkway.
teslarati.comThe company introduced a longer Model Y variant starting at $61,990. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in October.
The automaker beat analyst estimates with a 25 percent year-over-year increase. Production reached 451,758 units, and the company outlined higher capital spending plans.
cnbc.comTesla delivered 480,126 vehicles and produced 451,758 in the second quarter. The figures topped Wall Street consensus of 406,600 and the company's own compiled estimate of 406,024.
teslarati.comThe company recorded stronger sales in Europe and China that offset weaker U.S. results after federal EV tax credits ended. Overall deliveries increased 25 percent compared with the same period last year.
The automaker exceeded Wall Street forecasts for Q2 vehicle sales. High gasoline prices in Europe and China contributed to the increase, Insider reported.
electrek.coA Tesla electric Semi struck a Volkswagen Beetle at a highway intersection in Dayton, Nevada, killing both occupants of the smaller vehicle. The cause remains under investigation, with preliminary statements suggesting the truck driver may have fallen asleep.
cnbc.com@SawyerMerritt reported that Tesla will issue its second-quarter vehicle production and delivery figures before 9:30 a.m. ET on July 2. The company will also publish energy storage deployment numbers. Wall Street forecasts 406,000 deliveries while another projection reaches 466,0…
app.buzzsumo.comThe Berlin factory will increase production to 7,500 vehicles per week. The expansion adds about 1,000 jobs and continues growth in Model Y and battery cell output.
france24.comNew passenger vehicle registrations in France increased 11.37 percent year over year to 188,787 units in June. Tesla registrations more than doubled during the same period.
Multiple owners of the Tesla Cybertruck have reported an inability to charge their vehicles. The reports center on issues with the power conversion system.
teslarati.comTesla has started testing a production version of its two-seat Cybercab robotaxi in Austin, Texas. The vehicle lacks a steering wheel and pedals, and testing currently includes a safety monitor in the passenger seat.
Seven large technology companies lost a combined $2.3 trillion in market value during June. The decline affected shares of Nvidia, Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet, Meta, Tesla, and Amazon.
benzinga.comThe robotics startup led by former Tesla engineer Jay Li secured seed funding from First Round Capital and others. It is now shipping its first high-dexterity robotic hands to customers.
bstrategyhub.comWired reported at least 11 trailers of Tesla car and home batteries stolen from Nevada loading docks since December 2025. Storey County investigators recorded 17 cargo thefts involving Tesla and other firms this year, with three arrests in one case. Tesla has added driver verific…
teslarati.com@SawyerMerritt reported the official release notes for FSD V14 Lite on HW3 vehicles. The notes detail distillation of HW4 intelligence to HW3 along with new parking features and responsiveness gains.
teslarati.comNHTSA and NTSB opened investigations into a fatal Texas crash involving a Tesla. Waymo is on pace to import more than 3,000 robotaxis this year while multiple mobility startups announced funding and partnerships.
Micron closed Friday with a $1.27 trillion market capitalization after briefly surpassing Meta and Tesla on Thursday. The Boise-based chipmaker reported sharply higher third-quarter revenue and profit driven by sales of high-bandwidth memory.
ibtimes.comThe model, built on the 1.5T V9 foundation model with added Cursor data, is undergoing internal evaluation at the two companies. SpaceX plans monthly releases of new models trained from scratch.
electrek.co@MarioNawfal reported that Tesla will increase weekly vehicle production at its Berlin plant by 20 percent to 7,500 units from October. The move adds roughly 1,000 jobs while the company invests further in battery cells and Model Y output.
news.sky.comEuropean sales rebounded sharply after a weak 2025, with May volume exceeding several major competitors. Price reductions and longer delivery waits accompanied the increase.
ndtv.com@SawyerMerritt reported that Tesla issued its company-compiled analyst consensus for the second quarter. The figures project 406,000 vehicle deliveries and 13.8 GWh of energy storage deployments.
Apple and Tesla raised product prices after memory costs reached record levels. Executives at both companies called for increased production to ease shortages.
teslarati.comA 76-year-old woman died when a Tesla Model 3 struck her suburban Texas home. The driver said Tesla driver-assistance features were active, and the woman's family has sued both the driver and the company.
@SawyerMerritt reported that Tesla will supply and construct a 2.8 GWh Megapack project using next-generation Megablock technology. The facility is expected to power 385,000 homes and rank among Europe's largest battery storage sites.
teslarati.comTesla agreed to supply Megapack systems and services for projects in Italy and the UK. The program targets more than 100 GWh total capacity and $15 billion in revenue over 20 years.
teslarati.comSpaceX stock declined 16 percent on Monday after its June IPO, reducing Elon Musk's net worth to $1.1 trillion. Tesla shares also dropped 5.8 percent amid a broader tech selloff.
theedgemarkets.comThe company stated that the driver pressed the accelerator fully during the incident. Police reported the vehicle was operating with an automated driving assistance system. Federal regulators have opened an investigation into the crash.
memeburn.comThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration launched a formal inquiry Monday into a June 19 crash in which a Tesla Model 3 struck a residence in Texas. A 76-year-old woman inside the home died from her injuries.
Financial TimesMajor technology companies saw share prices drop during trading. Nvidia and Tesla recorded the largest losses among widely held names. Market participants pointed to recent policy developments and valuation concerns as factors.
thehindubusinessline.comTata Electronics confirmed a recent breach after a ransomware group published more than 200,000 files on the dark web. The data reportedly includes component specifications linked to Apple and Tesla.
Fox NewsSpaceX and Tesla CEO Elon Musk stated on social media that he may sue a Democratic representative after the lawmaker called for an investigation into cuts to the U.S. Agency for International Development. The exchange followed comments linking the cuts to potential child deaths o…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewTata Electronics said it suffered a recent cyberattack. Researchers believe the breach may have exposed trade secrets from Apple and Tesla. Tata produces about a third of Apple’s iPhones made in India.
investopedia.comA Tesla struck a residence in Katy, Texas, on Friday, resulting in the death of Martha Avila. The driver reported using automated driving assistance, leading to statements from company executives and a federal investigation.
ForbesThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration began a probe into a June 19 crash in which a Tesla Model 3 struck a home, killing a 76-year-old woman. The driver stated he had engaged the vehicle's automated driving assistance system.
Inspire Investing said it will not purchase SpaceX stock because X failed its moral audit on sexually explicit material. The firm approved Palantir for investment and rejected Tesla over employee health benefits. CEO Robert Netzly outlined the decisions in comments to Insider.
NBC NewsThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened a special investigation Monday into a Friday crash near Houston in which a Tesla Model 3 using automated driving technology struck a home at high speed and killed 76-year-old Martha Avila. The driver told police he had eng…
techcentral.co.zaA Tesla Model Y drove itself from New Hampshire to New York City and back, covering roughly 500 miles. The owner remained in the driver seat to supervise the system throughout the journey.
Victoria's motoring group called for clearer laws after Tesla released updated self-driving software in Australia. Federal and state officials are developing a national framework for automated vehicles.
fastcompany.comA Tesla owner completed 10,000 miles without manual intervention. The milestone marks the first recorded instance of the vehicle's updated streak counter reaching that distance.
teslarati.comA 30-car test fleet operating since November 2025 has covered 171,170 miles on public roads. Spain’s Dirección General de Tráfico recorded the data.
under30ceo.comA Delaware court ruled that Elon Musk's $55 billion Tesla pay package was excessive. The decision prompted concerns that companies may relocate from Delaware to other states.
spacedaily.comRetail investors purchased more SpaceX shares in recent trading than the combined total for Apple, Microsoft, Nvidia, Amazon, Meta, Alphabet and Tesla. MarketWatch reported the data from brokerage platforms tracking individual investor activity.