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Tesla Model Y 1.99% APR Promotion Ends June 16: Last Chance for EV Buyers

Tesla has announced that its attractive 1.99% APR financing offer for the new Model Y will conclude on June 16, 2025, in the U.S., giving prospective electric vehicle (EV) buyers a narrow window to act. This promotion from Tesla has drawn significant attention from EV enthusiasts. For those considering a switch to electric, this deal…

Tesla's Bumpy Road: Expected Shortfall in Q3 2023 Deliveries
Model Y

Tesla Sees Record Test Drive Signups for 48-Hour Model Y and Model 3 Demos Across U.S.

Tesla is experiencing a surge in interest for its electric vehicles, with some U.S. stores reporting record test drive signups for the new 48-hour demo option. According to a recent update from EV enthusiast Sawyer Merritt, the extended test drives for the Model Y and Model 3 have attracted significant attention, with bookings stretching over…

Tesla Cybertrucks lined up. Photo courtesy of Sawyer Merritt / X.
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Tesla Launches 48-Hour Test Drives for Cybertruck, Model S/3/Y in the U.S.

Tesla has introduced an extended 48-hour test drive program for its Cybertruck, Model S, Model 3, and Model Y, marking a first for U.S. customers. Announced by automotive enthusiast Sawyer Merritt, this initiative allows anyone in the U.S. to book a demo drive directly online, with no prior invitation required, offering a deeper experience with…

BYD Crusade Against Online Defamation
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BYD Surpasses Tesla in European EV Sales, Signals Shift in Market Dynamics

In a stunning turn for the electric vehicle (EV) industry, Chinese automaker BYD has overtaken Tesla in European sales for the first time, marking a significant milestone in April 2025. This shift, reportedly driven by BYD’s aggressive pricing and strategic model launches, highlights the growing competition in one of Tesla’s key markets, as reported by…

Tesla Cybertrucks lined up. Photo courtesy of Sawyer Merritt / X.
Cybertruck

Tesla Offers Free 1-Year FSD Trial for Cybertruck Owners: A Game-Changer for EV Autonomy

On May 7, 2025, Tesla announced a significant perk for Cybertruck owners, offering a free 1-year trial of Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised, as shared by Sawyer Merritt on X. This move highlights Tesla’s push to advance autonomous driving technology in its electric vehicles (EVs), particularly for early adopters of the rugged Cybertruck. Technology Updates: FSD…

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Tesla FSD Safety Concerns: Drivers Demand Less Intrusive Supervision

Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system is under scrutiny as drivers express frustration with its overly cautious safety measures, highlighting a tension between innovation and user experience in the electric vehicle (EV) industry. A recent post on X by user Mike P. (@mikeipat711) has sparked discussions, revealing the challenges Tesla faces in balancing safety with practicality…

Autopilot

Tesla’s Autopilot Hits Safety Milestone: 7.44 Million Miles Per Crash in Q1 2025

Tesla’s latest Vehicle Safety Report for Q1 2025 reveals that vehicles using Autopilot technology recorded one crash for every 7.44 million miles driven, a significant leap in safety performance. This figure outperforms Tesla vehicles not using Autopilot, which saw one crash every 1.51 million miles, and the U.S. national average of one accident every 702,000…

Tesla Unveils Game-Changing Robotaxi and Robovan at "We, Robot" Event
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Trump’s Tesla-Friendly Rule Change Slashes Self-Driving Crash Reports, Sparking Safety Fears

In a move that could reshape the electric vehicle landscape, the Trump administration has relaxed crash reporting rules for self-driving cars, with Tesla poised to gain the most. Announced on April 24, 2025, by the U.S. Department of Transportation, the change exempts partial self-driving vehicles using Level 2 systems—like Tesla’s Autopilot—from reporting certain non-fatal crashes,…

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