Tesla has started testing its robotaxi service in Austin, Texas without safety drivers over the last few days, according to Elon Musk. The automaker reportedly aims to launch its robotaxi service on June 12. Earlier this month, it was reported that Tesla had yet to start testing its planned robotaxi service in Austin without safety… Continue reading Tesla has been testing robotaxi service without drivers for ‘several days’, says Elon Musk
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Tesla’s sales fall 87% in Quebec as its market gets wiped out
Tesla’s sales have fallen 87% in Quebec in the first quarter 2025 compared to the same period last year. The critical Canadian market has been wiped out, and Tesla is no longer importing new vehicles. Quebec is the leading EV market in Canada, with the highest adoption rate of new electric vehicles. That’s due to… Continue reading Tesla’s sales fall 87% in Quebec as its market gets wiped out
Toyota is ‘loading the bases’ with a wave of new hybrid, PHEV, and EVs
With a new lineup of electrified vehicles, including plug-in hybrid (PHEV), hybrid, and EV models, Toyota is swinging for the fences. By offering every powertrain option, Toyota believes it has a better chance of hitting a home run. Will it hit it out of the park, or is Toyota setting itself up for a swing… Continue reading Toyota is ‘loading the bases’ with a wave of new hybrid, PHEV, and EVs
Nissan claims buyouts for workers at US EV plant are a ‘crucial’ part of its comeback
The struggling carmaker is urgently cutting costs as it looks to turn things around. Nissan is offering buyouts to US workers at its Canton, Mississippi, plant, citing it as a “crucial” part of its comeback plan. Nissan offers buyouts for US workers at its Canton plant Nissan has been in the spotlight over the past… Continue reading Nissan claims buyouts for workers at US EV plant are a ‘crucial’ part of its comeback
Tesla is losing money insuring its own cars
Tesla’s insurance products are currently unsustainable, according to a new report that shows the company is losing money insuring its own cars. Tesla vehicles have long had a reputation for being expensive to insure. The automaker tried to address the situation on multiple fronts. It launched its own “collision centers” to try to control repair… Continue reading Tesla is losing money insuring its own cars
Two Tesla (TSLA) insiders close to Elon Musk just sold almost $200 million worth of stocks
Two Tesla board members close to Elon Musk, Ira Ehrenpreis and Kimbal Musk, just sold almost $200 million worth of Tesla (TSLA) stocks. Tesla board members are known for their generous stock compensation and for quickly selling it when it vests. They settled a lawsuit brought by shareholders who alleged they were overcompensated, and they… Continue reading Two Tesla (TSLA) insiders close to Elon Musk just sold almost $200 million worth of stocks
Tesla can’t buy land in Australia because CEO Elon Musk is so ‘[redacted]’
Tesla is trying to use a piece of property in Australia, near Adelaide, in order to build a battery factory and Tesla showroom. But it’s facing steep opposition from locals, most of whom cite dissatisfaction with Tesla CEO Elon Musk as their reason to oppose the project. The plans center on Marion, a small city… Continue reading Tesla can’t buy land in Australia because CEO Elon Musk is so ‘[redacted]’
Plenty of Tesla alternatives and a new Ford Pro team to help pay for them
For years, Tesla has been the go-to EV recommendation for “normals” looking for a painless, low-effort experience from their first electric cars, but Elon Musk’s political antics are causing people to shop elsewhere. On today’s episode of Quick Charge, we’ll discuss some options … and how you might be able to pay for them! Speaking… Continue reading Plenty of Tesla alternatives and a new Ford Pro team to help pay for them
Nissan is betting on a new hybrid EV system to save it, but there’s one big problem
The Japanese automaker’s comeback plan hinges on its upgraded e-Power system, which will be crucial in keeping pace with Toyota and Honda. Nissan promises its third-generation hybrid EV tech boasts more range at a lower cost, but there’s one major issue. Nissan bets big on upgraded hybrid EV tech Nissan is struggling to stay alive… Continue reading Nissan is betting on a new hybrid EV system to save it, but there’s one big problem
Tesla spotted with design and feature update for Model S and Model X
by The Killowatts on X Tesla has been spotted working on what appears to be a mild design update for the Model S and Model X, two vehicle programs that have been in decline. Model S and Model X have been Tesla’s flagship vehicles for years. Not so long ago, Tesla aimed to sell 100,000… Continue reading Tesla spotted with design and feature update for Model S and Model X