Tesla software under investigation after collisions
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) launched an investigation Thursday after Tesla's fully self-driving (FSD) software was reportedly involved in four crashes, including one that resulted in the death of a pedestrian. The agency said it was investigating the possibility that the system “fails to detect and disarm in certain circumstances where it cannot […]
Jason Bateman Tells Tim Walz He Tossed His Tesla Because It Felt Like ‘Driving Around a Trump Sticker’
Actor Jason Bateman told Kamala Harris' pick for vice president, Tim Walz, that he let go of Tesla because CEO Elon Musk supported former President Trump. Meeting with the Governor of Minnesota smartless Bateman said on the podcast that he's grateful that the variety of electric cars that have come out over the years allowed […]
Elon Musk’s Robots at Tesla Robotaxi Event Relied on Human Controllers
Tesla's Optimus robot, which played a key role in the luxury robotaxi unveiled by Elon Musk last week, was not fully autonomous and relied on human intervention, attendees and analysts said. The Verge report At Tesla's highly anticipated “We, Robot” event held in conjunction with the CyberCab robotaxi launch, the company will interact with the […]
Tesla shares fall after Robotaxi event
Jeff Sica, founder of Circle Squared Alternative Investments, analyzes Tesla and explains how rising interest rates will affect the economy in Varney & Company. Tesla shares fell on Friday following the company's robotaxi event, which left investors less than impressed. CEO Elon Musk unveiled two versions of Tesla's Robotaxi, the CyberCab sedan and the futuristic-looking […]
Elon Musk unveils surprise ‘robovan’ at flashy Tesla event, says Optimus humanoid robots will cost less than a car
Elon Musk unveiled three new Tesla high-tech products Thursday night at a highly anticipated event in California, including a surprise self-driving van. Musk took to the stage in Tesla's long-awaited CyberCab, a driverless car that was scheduled to be unveiled at an evening event titled “We, Robot” at Warner Bros. Studios. But a never-before-seen 20-seater […]
Elon Musk’s Tesla gambles on ‘black box’ AI tech for robotaxis
Tesla aimed to surprise investors Thursday night with its long-awaited “robotaxis announcement,” marking a milestone in a decade of Elon Musk's unfulfilled promises to offer self-driving cars. There is a possibility that The automaker has unveiled a prototype called a “CyberCab” rather than a road-ready driverless taxi. Musk said the vehicle would be capable of […]
Tesla recalling 27K Cybertrucks over rear-view camera issue
Tesla said Thursday it is recalling more than 27,000 Cybertrucks in the U.S. because a delayed rearview camera image can impair driver visibility and increase the risk of crashes. This is the fifth recall Tesla has issued for the 2024 Cybertruck model since January. Tesla is issuing software updates to address the latest issues. The […]
Tesla plans to build own batteries for Cybertruck, robotaxi: report
Tesla plans to design four new versions of its batteries to power the Cybertruck, upcoming robotaxis, and other electric vehicles. Information reported Thursday, citing people familiar with the plan. Elon Musk's company currently sources most of its EV batteries from other companies, including Panasonic Energy and LG Energy, but will expand production of its 4680 […]
Tesla shares sink after missing delivery estimates
Elon Musk's Tesla delivered fewer vehicles than analysts had expected in the third quarter, as increasing competition in China and Europe hurt demand for aging models, and the electric car maker delivered fewer vehicles than analysts expected for the first time in its history. is at risk of decreasing annual vehicle deliveries. Shares of the […]
Tesla Bursts into Flames Inside Garage Flooded by Hurricane Helene
A Tesla electric car parked in a garage flooded with salt water from Hurricane Helen in Florida caught fire, prompting authorities to issue a warning to electric car owners in areas affected by the storm. W.F.L.A. report Dramatic surveillance footage released by authorities in Pinellas County, Florida, shows the moment a parked Tesla spontaneously combusts […]