EV valuations need reset amid global slowdown, says Sandip Sabharwal

Sandip Sabharwal “Longer term I would still think that the EV penetration will only keep on growing. In the short term, we have this rare earth magnets issue and risk of a slower adoption, so those risks are there. But for over a 5, 10, 15-year horizon, the EV penetration has to become much more… Continue reading EV valuations need reset amid global slowdown, says Sandip Sabharwal

Tesla’s minor Model S and X refreshes cost $5,000 more

An ‘upgrade’ that only the most dedicated Tesla fans will be sold on. An ‘upgrade’ that only the most dedicated Tesla fans will be sold on. Jess Weatherbed is a news writer focused on creative industries, computing, and internet culture. Jess started her career at TechRadar, covering news and hardware reviews. Tesla is relaunching its… Continue reading Tesla’s minor Model S and X refreshes cost $5,000 more

Tesla launches updated Model S and Model X: the biggest change is the price

Tesla has launched updated versions of its flagship Model S and Model X vehicles. The updates are fairly minor, but they come with a $5,000 higher price tag. In February, Tesla confirmed that it plans to release a refresh of Model S and Model X later this year. Over the last few weeks, slightly updated Model S… Continue reading Tesla launches updated Model S and Model X: the biggest change is the price

Clean Technica: EV Sales In China Continued Their Upward Climb In May004061

Things are happening in the new car market in China that those of us outside of China may not fully understand. At the end of May, BYD announced sweeping price cuts of up to 34 percent, a move that sent shockwaves through the domestic industry and sent stock valuations — including its own — tumbling.… Continue reading Clean Technica: EV Sales In China Continued Their Upward Climb In May004061

Tesla’s Robotaxi Launch Date Was Supposed to Be Today, But We’re Shocked to Hear That It’s Been Pushed Back

The launch of Tesla’s robotaxi network will have to wait. On Tuesday, CEO Elon Musk made a tweet stating that, “tentatively,” the first public rides on its autonomous vehicles — which will not be in its purpose-built Cybercabs, but in regular Teslas with updated software — will start on June 22. But the date could… Continue reading Tesla’s Robotaxi Launch Date Was Supposed to Be Today, But We’re Shocked to Hear That It’s Been Pushed Back

AI-Powered Retail Media Platform PulseAd Enters $280B US Market with Seattle Operations

Amazon Verified Partner Delivers 99% Customer Growth for Retail Brands, Including Global Electronics Giant and Leading K-Beauty Companies SEOUL, South Korea and SEATTLE, June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — PulseAd, the AI-powered retail media platform, today announced its US market entry with Seattle operations. The move targets the rapidly growing $280 billion retail advertising market, where PulseAd’s… Continue reading AI-Powered Retail Media Platform PulseAd Enters $280B US Market with Seattle Operations

a16z-backed Infinite Machine shows off cheaper, modular electric scooter

New York-based micromobility startup Infinite Machine has revealed a seated scooter called Olto that will cost $3,495 when it starts shipping later this year. The Olto will feature 40 miles of range, pulled from an easily swappable 48V lithium-ion battery. Infinite Machine says the Olto will have a top speed of 20 miles per hour… Continue reading a16z-backed Infinite Machine shows off cheaper, modular electric scooter

Elon Musk’s favorability among Republicans dropped 16 points since March, Quinnipiac says

Elon Musk, during a news conference with President Donald Trump on May 30, 2025 inside the Oval Office at the White House in Washington. Tom Brenner | The Washington Post | Getty Images Elon Musk’s official role in the Trump administration recently came to an end. Many Republicans won’t be sad to see less of… Continue reading Elon Musk’s favorability among Republicans dropped 16 points since March, Quinnipiac says