Tesla’s limited-edition surfboard sells out in just one day

Tesla has been treading dangerous waters recently, with CEO Elon Musk asking for refunds from some suppliers to help the company turn a profit. Now, to help stay afloat, Tesla turned to new merchandise: limited-edition surfboards. Tesla offered the boards at $1,500 a pop for customers starting Saturday. But with only 200 surfboards available, the… Continue reading Tesla’s limited-edition surfboard sells out in just one
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Tesla shares drop after carmaker reportedly asks its suppliers for refunds to reach profitability

Tesla is slated to report its June quarter earnings results on Aug. 1. In May, Tesla said it expects positive GAAP net income in its third and fourth quarters. The latest report calls into question the state of Telsa’s financial position. The company lost nearly $2 billion last year and burned about $3.4 billion in… Continue reading Tesla shares drop after carmaker reportedly asks its
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Elon Musk: the volatile visionary at risk of steering Tesla off the road

Elon Musk Electric car firm has hit trouble, and Musk – who has a knack of making enemies – must explain to investors what is going on Elon Musk with his girlfriend Grimes at the Met Gala in May. On Wednesday Musk must once more explain to investors what is going on at Tesla. Photograph:… Continue reading Elon Musk: the volatile visionary at risk of steering Tesla off the road

Look inside the new headquarters of self-driving car company Zoox in Foster City

Jul 26, 2018, 6:26am PDT Self-driving car company Zoox is on a growth streak in more than one sense, landing $500 million in new funding and moving into a new Foster City headquarters this year. Zoox’s $500 million funding round brought its valuation to $3.2 billion. The money will help fuel Zoox’s focus on building… Continue reading Look inside the new headquarters of self-driving car company Zoox in Foster City

Magna-BAIC deal raises prospects for an ‘automotive Foxconn’ in China

July 23, 2018 In China, where the future of the car is looking more and more electric, newcomers to the auto industry are looking for partners to help them build their vehicles. Enter Canadian auto supplier Magna International which aims to spearhead a shift to contract vehicle manufacturing through its new partnership with state-owned Chinese… Continue reading Magna-BAIC deal raises prospects for an ‘automotive Foxconn’ in China