A car designer claims Tesla’s Cybertruck has a serious problem that can only be fixed with a complete revamp of the vehicle, as its issues are deeply rooted in its design.
Supply of electric vehicles is far outstripping demand across the domestic UK market, forcing manufacturers to cut prices in an effort to attract disinterested drivers.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a special order to Tesla, asking Elon Musk’s car company to provide comprehensive data on a lesser-known feature called “Elon Mode” in its Autopilot systems.
Federal agencies, including the DOJ and the SEC, have initiated investigations into Tesla’s secretive “Project 42,” raising questions about the company’s use of funds to potentially benefits to CEO Elon Musk. The project involved building a large glass structure that seemingly is intended to serve as a mansion for Musk.
In a recent livestream, Elon Musk showcased Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) v12 beta software, but the event was marred by a near-miss at a red light. When the Tesla attempted to run a red signal, Musk grabbed the wheel, quipping: “That’s why we’ve not released this to the public yet.”
Elon Musk’s Tesla is bracing for a legal showdown as it prepares to defend its Autopilot system in court for the first time, facing allegations in two lawsuits that the “self-driving” technology led to fatal accidents.
More than 3,000 Tesla shareholders are set to receive a payout of approximately $12,397 each, following a Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) lawsuit against Elon Musk for his infamous “funding secured” tweet from 2018.
A grieving widow has filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk’s Tesla, accusing the automaker of negligence and breach of implied warranty following a fatal crash involving a Tesla Model 3 that claimed the life of her husband.
Hurricane Hilary, which has created the heaviest rain fall in Southern California in 84 years, leading to severe flooding, could end up sparking Tesla battery fires across the region.
A Tesla Model 3 owner learned the hard way not to trust his car to drive itself after his electric vehicle (EV) ended up in sunk in floodwaters outside of Mono City, California, while using Elon Musk’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) software.
Tesla engineers testifying in a lawsuit filed by the family of a driver killed in a 2019 crash stated that the company failed to address problems in its “Autopilot” driver-assistance technology after a deadly accident in 2016.
In a desperate attempt to stay competitive in the Chinese market, Elon Musk’s Tesla has announced a price cut of 14,000 yuan ($1,900) for its two higher-end Model Y vehicles. The price reduction is seen as the latest move in an ongoing price war that has been affecting the electric vehicle (EV) industry in China. Tesla previously promised to uphold the “core socialist values” of communist China in an attempt to cool down the price war with local competitors.
Elon Musk’s Tesla is reintroducing “Standard Range” versions of its Model S and Model X vehicles, offering lower price points at the expense of shorter driving ranges.
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and owner of Twitter (now known as X), recently announced his intention to show up at Mark Zuckerberg’s doorstep ready to fight. This comes after months of trash talk between the two tech giants over a proposed cage fight that has seen Musk swing from planning a gladiator battle in Rome to calling for a “noble” debate instead.
A recent analysis of dashcam footage and data from a Texas crash provides more evidence of critical flaws in the “Autopilot” system developed by Elon Musk’s Tesla. The accident is part of a long string of crashes where the Tesla Autopilot failed to recognize stopped emergency vehicles on the road, leading to a crash.
Just days after appearing to wimp out of a physical fight with Mark Zuckerberg, calling for a “noble” debate as he claimed he may require back surgery, Elon Musk is suddenly talking about a fight again. Musk provided fresh details about the “fight” in a series of tweets, claiming an “epic location” in Italy, adding that “Everything done will pay respect to the past and present of Italy.”
Tech billionaire Elon Musk has shifted from challenging Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg to a cage fight to now proposing a “noble” debate instead.
A Tesla vehicle spontaneously burst into flames in a high-end auto yard in Rancho Cordova, California, prompting local firefighters to criticize Tesla CEO Elon Musk on his own social media platform.
The Chief Financial Officer of Elon Musk’s Tesla, Zach Kirkhorn, has stepped down from his position after 13 years with the company. Musk announced that company executive Vaibhav Taneja will take over CFO duties at the end of the year.
Elon Musk’s Tesla has reported the sale of 64,285 Shanghai-made vehicles in China for July 2023, a massive 31 percent decline from June’s sales figures.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating reports of steering control loss in 2023 Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, potentially affecting approximately 280,000 vehicles.
Elon Musk, the South African-born CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and Twitter (now X Corp) called on the President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa, to condemn a racist chant used by one of the country’s political leaders, that encourages the murder of white Boer farmers.
A former Tesla employee has released a video showing a Tesla vehicle in Full Self-Driving (FSD) Mode running a red light. The incident has raised serious concerns about the safety of Elon Musk’s self-driving technology.
A recent investigation has revealed that Elon Musk’s Tesla, the leading electric vehicle manufacturer, established a “Diversion Team” to suppress and deflect complaints about the driving range of its vehicles, which often fall short of the company’s advertised estimates.
A Tesla electric vehicle burst into flames after striking a piece of metal debris on the highway near Wilmington, North Carolina. The driver, Craig Lippe, was able to safely exit the vehicle and no injuries were reported.
A 2023 Mercedes Benz EQE350+ electric vehicle caught fire while parked in the garage of a home in Nocatee, Florida, causing an estimated $1 million in damage to the home. The electric car reportedly wasn’t even charging when it caught fire. Thankfully, the residents of the home and their puppy were not harmed.
The second-quarter results reported by Elon Musk’s Tesla have sparked a mixed response from Wall Street, with some analysts expressing concerns over the electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer’s slipping margins and others focusing on the company’s strong revenue and earnings numbers. Analyst Craig Irwin called the company “egregiously overvalued” while setting a price target that is more than 70 percent lower than its current share price.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has initiated a new special crash investigation into a fatal accident involving a 2018 Tesla Model 3 in California. The crashed killed the 17-year-old driver of the other car and caused injuries that later claimed the life of a three-month-old baby riding in the Tesla.
Elon Musk, Larry Ellison, and other current and former members of Tesla’s board of directors have agreed to return a staggering $735 million in compensation. The payback is part of a settlement ending a shareholder lawsuit that claims the directors were massively overpaid by the electric car company.
A Tesla Model Y, valued at almost $60,000, spontaneously burst into flames on a residential street in Ilford, North London, sparking concerns about the safety of Elon Musk’s electric vehicles.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk finds himself at the center of a legal dispute with a group of Dogecoin investors claiming he manipulated the cryptocurrency. Now, the plaintiffs allege that Musk is financing an “unlawful harassment campaign” against them.
Tech billionaire Elon Musk has cautioned China’s top communists about the potential threat of a superintelligent AI seizing control of the country, even as he continues with his own AI ventures.
Elon Musk’s Tesla has launched an internal investigation over a secretive directive known as “Project 42,” which involved plans for a unique glass building in Austin, Texas. The project was internally described as a house for the company’s CEO, Elon Musk. Now the company’s board is investigating whether the company misused resources to build Musk a glass mansion despite his claims of couch surfing at the homes of friends.
Unsold electric cars are piling up on dealer lots as the auto industry cranks out more electric vehicles (EVs) than there are buyers in an attempt to compete with Tesla. Luxury brands in particular are struggling with high inventories of EVs that no one wants to buy.
Elon Musk’s Tesla has pledged to uphold “core socialist values” and compete fairly in China’s fast growing car market. Musk’s latest agreement with the communist government comes of the heels of his praise for the country’s AI researchers. Musk praised the “wisdom and determination” of Chinese AI researchers despite the country’s hostile stance towards the United States.
Electric vehicles may be cheaper in the long run when compared to gas-powered vehicles, but it can take consumers up to ten years to break even.
Tech titan Elon Musk recently praised China’s advancements in the field of AI during his appearance at the World AI Conference in Shanghai. Musk praised the “wisdom and determination” of Chinese AI researchers despite the communist country’s hostile stance towards the United States.
In an attempt to tap into a vast new market, Facebook (now known as Meta) is in discussions with Tencent, the world’s largest video game publisher, to introduce its Quest VR headset to China. Mark Zuckerberg’s company reportedly faces an uphill battle in selling its wares in the communist country.
Kentucky has become the first state to mandate the inclusion of Tesla’s charging plug, known as the North American Charging Standard (NACS), in electric vehicle (EV) charging stations that receive state funding. The mandate is a significant victory for Tesla kingpin Elon Musk.
Dennis Hegstad, a Tesla owner from Texas, was left stranded when he couldn’t access his Model 3. His electric vehicle had 130 miles of charge available, but was completely locked up, requiring a tow to a service center. He believes the car’s 12-volt battery failed under the relentless Texas summer heat.