In February, Benjamin Lyon, who helped create Apple’s original car team several years ago and was key in the future project’s development, left to become the chief engineer at Astra, a company developing technology for sending satellites to space. New Delhi: Apple has lost multiple top managers of its self-driving car team in recent months,… Continue reading Apple loses several top execs from self-driving car division
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EXCLUSIVE-Tesla supplier CATL plans a new battery plant in Shanghai-sources
By Reuters Staff 2 Min Read FILE PHOTO: People walk past the R&D centre of Contemporary Amperex Technology Ltd (CATL) in Ningde, Fujian province, China, December 16, 2016. REUTERS/Jake Spring SHANGHAI (Reuters) – China’s CATL is planning a major new automotive battery plant in Shanghai, continuing a blistering pace of expansion that will cement its… Continue reading EXCLUSIVE-Tesla supplier CATL plans a new battery plant in Shanghai-sources
Ford F-150 Lightning will be 1st all-electric pickup truck to offer full-size spare tire
As the panting and drooling over upcoming all-electric pickups continues to dominate social media chatter among consumers and investors, just about everyone seems to be buzzing about Tesla, Rivian and Ford these days. Ford revealed the Lightning on May 19 and while details involving the battery and other specs remain elusive, that stops no one from talking about… Continue reading Ford F-150 Lightning will be 1st all-electric pickup truck to offer full-size spare tire
Tesla is one step closer to opening a 1950s-style diner at its Los Angeles supercharger station
Tesla filed with the US trademark office last week to use its brand assets in “restaurant services.” Elon Musk tweeted the idea in 2018, and Tesla applied for permits, but little has happened since. The company says its superchargers can add 200 miles of range in just 15 minutes. See more stories on Insider’s business… Continue reading Tesla is one step closer to opening a 1950s-style diner at its Los Angeles supercharger station
Tesla CEO Elon Musk says the auto chip shortage is like the toilet paper frenzy last year, only worse (TSLA)
Tesla CEO Elon Musk compared the chip shortage to the toilet paper buying frenzy in 2020. He said the supply snags have caused companies to “overorder” semiconductor chips. Tesla is reportedly in talks to stock up on the chips by buying in bulk ahead of time. See more stories on Insider’s business page. Tesla CEO… Continue reading Tesla CEO Elon Musk says the auto chip shortage is like the toilet paper frenzy last year, only worse (TSLA)
Tesla uses its new social platform to try to help Delaware open up to electric cars
Tesla is using its new social platform, “Engage Tesla,” to help influence Delaware to support electric vehicles and direct car sales. Earlier this year, we reported that the automaker killed its forum and launched a new platform called “Engage Tesla” to serve as a “home base” for owners’ clubs and Tesla’s policy team. Now, we… Continue reading Tesla uses its new social platform to try to help Delaware open up to electric cars
Elon Musk compares chip shortage to toilet paper in the pandemic, admits it’s affecting Tesla
Elon Musk commented on the current global microchip, comparing it to the toilet paper shortage in the early pandemic, and admitted that it is a significant challenge for Tesla. The pandemic has resulted in an increase in demand for many electronics and computers that the supply chain couldn’t handle, especially the semiconductor industry. This microchip… Continue reading Elon Musk compares chip shortage to toilet paper in the pandemic, admits it’s affecting Tesla
Tesla aims to secure $1 billion a year in battery minerals from Australia
Tesla has confirmed through its chairwoman that the automaker is aiming to secure $1 billion a year in battery minerals, especially lithium and nickel, from Australia. Robyn Denholm, Tesla’s chairwoman who also happens to be Australia, was attending a Minerals Council of Australia event today and commented on the automaker’s effort to secure resources in… Continue reading Tesla aims to secure $1 billion a year in battery minerals from Australia
Tesla posts biggest drop in 3 weeks on market-share loss
The drop adds to the pressure on Tesla’s share price in recent months as investors eyed growing competitive threats Go to Source
Elon Musk Tweets About “Baby Shark,” Causing Financial Chaos
“Baby Shark crushes all!” Elon Shark Seemingly innocuous tweets by one of the richest people in the world should arguably be met with a dismissive shrug shake of the head. But when it’s Elon Musk, errant posts can send entire markets into a tailspin. In the latest instance, the Tesla CEO sent shares of Samsung… Continue reading Elon Musk Tweets About “Baby Shark,” Causing Financial Chaos