
China’s Rare Earth Magnet Ban Threatens Tesla’s Optimus Robot Production
China’s abrupt suspension of heavy rare earth magnet exports, announced earlier this month, has disrupted Tesla’s plans to manufacture its Optimus humanoid robots, according to Elon Musk’s statements during Tesla’s recent earnings call. The ban, a retaliatory measure against U.S.…

Tesla Q1 2025 Earnings: Autonomy Milestones, Affordable Models, and Financial Strength Amid Challenges
Tesla’s Q1 2025 earnings call, held on April 22, 2025, revealed a mix of ambitious milestones and cautious optimism as the electric vehicle (EV) giant navigates economic uncertainty, trade policy shifts, and global market challenges. With a record $37 billion…

Tesla Misses Q1 2025 Earnings, Investors Await Musk’s Strategic Update
Tesla reported disappointing first-quarter earnings on April 22, 2025, with earnings per share (EPS) and revenue falling short of analyst expectations, intensifying scrutiny on CEO Elon Musk’s upcoming conference call. Investors.com reported that shares dipped slightly in after-hours trading as…

State Treasurers Demand Tesla Board Address Musk’s Divided Focus Amid EV Market Challenges
On April 17, 2025, treasurers from eight US states issued a stern open letter to Tesla Inc.’s board chair, Robyn Denholm, expressing deep concerns over the company’s recent performance and CEO Elon Musk’s divided attention. Published via Americans for Responsible…

Tesla Faces Profit Dip and Market Challenges in Q1 2025 Amid Musk’s Political Role
Tesla’s anticipated first-quarter 2025 earnings, set for release on April 22, signal a slight decline in net profit to below $1.1 billion, down from the same period in 2024, intensifying scrutiny on CEO Elon Musk’s divided attention between the automaker…

Tesla Launches Home Charger Installation Option for Los Angeles and Dallas Customers
Tesla rolled out a new feature enabling customers in Los Angeles and Dallas to initiate home charger installation directly through the online car order configurator, as reported by EV journalist Sawyer Merritt on X. “NEWS: Starting today, Tesla customers in…

Tesla HW3 Vehicles with Intel Atom Chips Miss Spring Update Features, Sawyer Merritt Reveals
Automotive reporter Sawyer Merritt announced on X that Tesla vehicles with Hardware 3 (HW3) and older Intel Atom chips will not receive key features in Tesla’s Spring Update (2025.14.1). This news impacts EVXL’s audience of Tesla owners and enthusiasts, spotlighting…

Tesla Giga Texas Expands Cybercab Production with New Castings, Targets 2026 Rollout
Today, Sawyer Merritt shared images on X revealing Tesla’s Giga Texas facility preparing for Cybercab production, with casting racks labeled “CTTX” (Cybertruck Texas) and “RTTX” (Robotaxi Texas). Joe Tegtmeyer also posted photos showing new castings distinct from Model Y and…

GM’s Bold Claim: No Privacy for EV Drivers on Roads
In a landmark case, General Motors (GM) is embroiled in a multi-district lawsuit accusing the automaker of violating customer privacy by collecting and selling driving data without proper consent, as reported by Law360. The Detroit-based company reportedly argues that driving…

Tesla Offers Two-Day Demo Drive with Full Self-Driving and Supercharging Access
Tesla has launched an immersive two-day demo drive program, allowing prospective buyers to experience its electric vehicles (EVs) firsthand, according to promotional material shared by Sawyer Merritt. The initiative, sent by email to prospective customers, highlights Tesla’s advanced features, including…

Washington State Targets Tesla with EV Credit Tax, Sparking Controversy
On April 20, 2025, a Wall Street Journal editorial revealed Washington state’s proposed tax on Tesla’s carbon emission credits, a policy that has sparked intense debate among electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts and policymakers. Introduced by Olympia Democrats, the legislation aims…

Saudi Aramco Partners with China’s EV Giant BYD to Advance Electric Vehicle Technology
On April 21, 2025, Saudi Aramco, the world’s largest oil company, announced a groundbreaking joint development agreement with Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer BYD to explore new energy vehicle technologies. The deal, signed through Aramco’s subsidiary Saudi Aramco Technologies Company…
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