Tesla has issued two new recalls for the Cybertruck over a trim in the bed that can detach while driving and a defective windshield wiper. The recalls reveal that Tesla has built over 11,000 Cybertrucks. Tesla describes the problem with the trims around the bed of the Cybertruck that led to the first recall: The… Continue reading Tesla recalls over 11,000 Cybertrucks over trim detaching and wiper issue
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Toyota takes a page from Tesla as it opens Lexus charging stations to other EVs
Despite its slow shift to fully electric cars, Toyota may be learning. Toyota announced it’s opening Lexus charging stations to other EVs in Japan, taking a page from Tesla in the US and globally. Lexus opens exclusive Lexus charging to all EVs Toyota’s luxury brand opened its first “rapid charging station” in Tokyo Midtown Hibiya… Continue reading Toyota takes a page from Tesla as it opens Lexus charging stations to other EVs
Tesla CTs get totaled, EV sales going great, and a call for better charging signs
On today’s electrifying episode of Quick Charge, we check out a number of totaled Teslas, question the legitimacy of “boat mode,” and chart the company’s declining sales. Meanwhile, NIO is hitting its sales targets, VW is doubling production of its electric van, and I want 60′ tall illuminated EV charging signs on highways. Apps like… Continue reading Tesla CTs get totaled, EV sales going great, and a call for better charging signs
Tesla (TSLA) is expected to have tough quarter for deliveries again
Photo: Tesla Tesla (TSLA) is again expected to have a difficult quarter for electric vehicle deliveries as estimates are going down. Last quarter was a rough one for Tesla. The automaker delivered 386,810 vehicles – down 20% quarter-over-quarter and 8.5% year-over-year. Tesla is so important to the electric vehicle industry that the results dragged the… Continue reading Tesla (TSLA) is expected to have tough quarter for deliveries again
This is a totaled Tesla Cybertruck
A couple of Tesla Cybertrucks deemed “totaled”, a total loss, have shown up on auction sites as concerns about repair costs arise. Due to its novel nature, there have been concerns about the repair costs of the Cybertruck. For example, we learned that the truck’s giant windshield cost $1,900 to replace. An early owner was… Continue reading This is a totaled Tesla Cybertruck
Elon Musk haters vandalized dozens of Tesla Cybertrucks
Elon Musk haters have vandalized dozens of Tesla Cybertrucks being held ahead of delivery at a parking lot in Florida. As we previously reported, Tesla has briefly halted Cybertruck deliveries due to a problem with its windshield wiper motor. This has resulted in Tesla accumulating Cybertruck held before delivery at many locations around the US.… Continue reading Elon Musk haters vandalized dozens of Tesla Cybertrucks
Nissan feels the heat from BYD’s EV price war in China
Nissan is the latest victim of BYD’s “liberation battle” against gas-powered cars. After BYD’s aggressive price cuts this year, Nissan is shutting down a factory in China as it struggles to keep up. As is the case for many legacy automakers, China is a critical sales market for Nissan. Nearly a third of Nissan’s global… Continue reading Nissan feels the heat from BYD’s EV price war in China
Elon Musk claims Tesla’s new AI supercluster will grow to over 500 MW, record AI chip
Elon Musk claims Tesla’s new AI supercluster will grow to over 500 MW, making it one of, if not the biggest in the world. At the same time, the CEO claims Tesla is achieving some record-breaking performance with its next-en AI chip. A few months ago, we reported that Tesla was having issues building a… Continue reading Elon Musk claims Tesla’s new AI supercluster will grow to over 500 MW, record AI chip
Tesloid’s Model Y Camping Tent Gen 2 released – here are all the new features
Photo: Tesloid Drive a Tesla Model Y? Love the outdoors? Then you’re going to love Tesloid’s Model Y Camping Tent – Gen 2! Keep reading to learn more about all its terrific new features, plus get free expedited shipping US-wide! Model Y Camping Tent – Gen 2 Popular US accessory maker Tesloid‘s “big, tiny home” for… Continue reading Tesloid’s Model Y Camping Tent Gen 2 released – here are all the new features
Exiting Tesla exec suggests spending 1% of revenue on advertising
Tesla’s former head of investor relations suggests that the automaker should spend 1% of its revenue on advertising to expand brand awareness. For years, Tesla CEO Elon Musk has famously said that he despises advertising. He said that Tesla doesn’t pay or provide discounts for celebrities to drive its cars and that the automaker doesn’t… Continue reading Exiting Tesla exec suggests spending 1% of revenue on advertising