Tesla’s sales in key European markets dropped for a fifth straight month in May, with steep declines reported in the UK, Germany, and Italy. The electric carmaker is facing growing pressure from political backlash linked to CEO Elon Musk, as well as tougher competition from traditional automakers and cheaper Chinese EV brands. In Germany, Tesla […]
On June 3, 2025, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) announced that Tesla’s Model 3 and Model Y vehicles were included in a government-backed campaign to promote electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid sales in rural areas, marking their debut in this initiative, which has been running since at least 2020. The campaign features […]
Tesla is making another attempt to secure naming rights for its upcoming self-driving ride-hailing service, this time by filing trademark applications for the term “Tesla Robotaxi.” The filings come after the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) raised concerns over the company’s previous trademark requests for the more general terms “Robotaxi” and “Cybercab.” According to […]
Tesla saw a slowdown in the Canadian province of Quebec during the first three months of 2025, but experts say the drop may be temporary — and there’s optimism the EV giant could bounce back. According to Quebec’s auto insurance board (SAAQ), only 524 new Teslas were registered in the province between January and March. […]
Tesla is preparing to launch its long-awaited robotaxi service in Austin as soon as Thursday, June 12, according to a person familiar with the matter, reports Bloomberg. The internal date—previously unreported—marks a key step in CEO Elon Musk’s ambition to shift Tesla’s focus toward autonomous vehicles and artificial intelligence. However, the launch date could still […]
SpaceX launched its ninth Starship test flight on May 27 at 6:36 p.m. CT from Starbase, Texas, achieving several firsts in the company’s effort to develop a fully reusable spacecraft—even though both stages were ultimately lost during the flight. The Super Heavy booster, which had previously flown during the seventh test in January, became the […]
Tesla has officially released its new Child Left Alone Detection feature as part of software update 2025.14.12, aiming to help prevent child heatstroke incidents in parked vehicles. The system uses Cabin Radar, a 4D imaging sensor capable of detecting subtle movements like breathing, even through car seats. If a child is detected alone inside the […]
SpaceX is targeting Tuesday, May 27 for the ninth flight test of Starship, with liftoff expected as early as 6:30 p.m. CT. A live webcast will begin about 30 minutes before launch on SpaceX.com, X (@SpaceX), and the X TV app. This flight marks a major milestone: the first reuse of a Super Heavy booster, […]
Tesla just got one of the most bullish outlooks on Wall Street, yet again. On Friday, Wedbush analyst Dan Ives raised his price target for Tesla from $350 to $500, calling the company “the most undervalued AI play in the market today.” This is now a shift from the recent outlook from Ives. Ives believes […]
Tesla has released a new video showing its Optimus humanoid robot completing everyday household tasks entirely on its own — no remote control required. In the video, Optimus is seen taking out the trash, sweeping with a dustpan, vacuuming, opening a cabinet, tearing off a paper towel, stirring a pot, and even closing curtains. In […]
Tesla’s long-awaited robotaxi service is set to launch next month, starting in Austin, Texas. According to CEO Elon Musk in an interview with CNBC (the CEO’s second interview of the day) the company is taking a careful approach to ensure safety, beginning with just 10 autonomous vehicles before expanding to over 1,000 in the following […]
Tesla Energy says it paid out $9.9 million to Powerwall owners across the U.S. in 2024 for supporting the electric grid through its Virtual Power Plant (VPP) program. The update came after a Tesla owner, Steeg Haskell, shared a post on X, thanking the company for a $593 payment he received as part of the […]
Tesla is partnering with Lyft to offer eligible rideshare drivers up to $2,000 in combined perks when purchasing a new Tesla. The limited-time offer is aimed at Lyft drivers in good standing and includes incentives from both companies. Drivers who buy and take delivery of a new Tesla by June 30, 2025, will receive $1,000 […]
Tesla is adding Jack Hartung, a longtime Chipotle executive, to its Board of Directors starting June 1, 2025. The company disclosed the appointment in a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Hartung joined Chipotle in 2002 and played a major role in the company’s expansion over the past two decades. He most […]
Emirates is reportedly in talks with Elon Musk’s SpaceX to upgrade the airline’s internet service, according to people familiar with the situation, according to Bloomberg. The Dubai-based airline, known for its large international fleet and luxury service, is considering using Starlink internet on its widebody jets. Sources say no final deal has been made yet. […]
