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Lucid Motors CEO Marc Winterhoff has urged Congress to preserve the $7,500 federal electric vehicle (EV) tax credit, warning that its elimination could cripple startups like his in a competitive market. As the Senate prepares to vote on a bill that would end the credit by mid-2025, Winterhoff’s plea underscores the high stakes for emerging…
Tesla has achieved a historic milestone with the first fully autonomous delivery of a Model Y to a customer’s home, completed a day ahead of schedule on June 27, 2025. The delivery, which navigated highways and local roads with no human presence or remote operators, showcases Tesla’s advancements in AI-driven technology. Verified details from an…
Tesla has made a groundbreaking leap in electric vehicle (EV) technology with the first fully autonomous delivery of a Model Y, completing a journey from factory to a customer’s home across town, including highways, a day ahead of schedule. UPDATE: PHOTOS OF TESLA’S FIRST FULLY AUTONOMOUS MODEL Y DELIVERY Announced by Tesla CEO Elon Musk…
Tesla’s vice president of sales and manufacturing for North America and Europe, Omead Afshar, has left the electric vehicle (EV) giant, marking another high-profile exit as the company navigates declining sales and a pivot to autonomous technology. The departure, confirmed by three sources familiar with the matter, comes as Tesla grapples with a 19% year-to-date…
The dream of fully autonomous cars continues to stall, leaving electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts and industry watchers intrigued yet cautious. Despite early optimism following the US military’s Darpa challenge two decades ago, progress toward Level 5 self-driving cars—capable of driving anywhere in all conditions—has hit significant hurdles. A Bloomberg chart projecting automation levels through 2
In May 2025, Tesla’s European sales plummeted for the fifth consecutive month, with only 8,729 vehicles sold across the European Union—a 40.5% decline from the 14,682 units sold in May 2024, according to data from the European Automobile Manufacturers Association. As demand for electric vehicles (EVs) grows, Tesla’s struggles highlight shifting consumer preferences toward affordable…
Tesla’s robotaxi trials in Austin, Texas, have hit roadblocks, with videos from riders revealing multiple driving errors just days into the public test. The incidents, reported by Reuters, highlight challenges in Tesla’s self-driving software as the company pushes toward autonomous vehicle dominance. Early Trials, Early Troubles On the first day of testing, Tesla’s robotaxis—standard Model…
On June 22, 2025, Tesla rolled out its robotaxi pilot in Austin, Texas, marking a pivotal step for electric vehicle (EV) autonomy. The limited launch, featuring a dozen autonomous Tesla Model Ys, drew praise from select riders, including investors and influencers, while sparking debate over its cautious approach with safety monitors. This move underscores Tesla’s…
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