
Tesla Insider’s $1.02M Stock Buy Signals Bright Future for EV Giant
On April 24, 2025, Tesla board member Joe Gebbia, co-founder of Airbnb, made headlines by purchasing $1.02 million in Tesla ($TSLA) stock, marking the first insider buy in roughly five years. According to the SEC filing, Gebbia acquired 4,000 shares…

Washington’s New “Tesla Tax” Sparks Debate Over EV Credit Costs
In a last-minute legislative push, Washington state lawmakers passed House Bill 2077, a controversial measure dubbed the “Tesla tax” that imposes new fees on electric vehicle (EV) credits, directly impacting Tesla’s operations. Reportedly approved over the weekend as part of…

Trump’s Tariffs Threaten EV Price Hikes, but Tesla and VW Gain Edge with U.S. Production
President Trump’s proposed tariffs on imported cars and auto parts could significantly inflate electric vehicle (EV) prices, potentially stalling the industry’s momentum in the U.S. market, according to a detailed analysis by The New York Times. However, EVs like the…

Automakers Push Congress to Block California’s 2035 EV Mandate Amid Charging Infrastructure Concerns
On April 28, 2025, major automakers, including Ford, General Motors, and Hyundai, urged Congress to intervene and halt California‘s ambitious plan to phase out gasoline-only vehicles by 2035, a policy adopted by 11 other states. Citing potential disruptions to vehicle…

New York’s Tesla Crackdown: Musk’s Trump Ties Spark EV Sales Showdown
In a stunning reversal, New York lawmakers, led by Democratic State Senator Patricia Fahy, are pushing to revoke Tesla‘s unique ability to sell electric vehicles (EVs) directly to consumers, citing CEO Elon Musk‘s alliance with President Donald Trump as a…

San Francisco Launches First Curbside EV Chargers to Power a Greener Future
On April 25, 2025, San Francisco took a bold step toward its ambitious climate goals by unveiling the city’s first curbside electric vehicle (EV) chargers on Fillmore Street near Duboce Triangle. As reported by the San Francisco Chronicle, this initiative…

VinFast’s Electric SUV Lineup Steals the Spotlight at Montreal EV Show 2025
VinFast is set to electrify the Montreal Electric Vehicle Show (MEVS) 2025, held May 2–4 at IGA Stadium, with a commanding display of its electric SUV lineup. Showcasing the subcompact VF 6, compact VF 7, midsize VF 8, and full-size…

Volvo EX30’s European Pivot: Ghent Production Shields SUV from Tariffs, Boosts EV Resilience
In a bold move to sidestep punitive tariffs and meet surging European demand, Volvo has launched production of its compact EX30 electric SUV at its Ghent, Belgium factory, a strategic shift from its sole manufacturing hub in Zhangjiakou, China. Announced…

New York’s $9,500 EV Rebates Supercharge Adoption Amid Federal Uncertainty
New York‘s aggressive push to electrify transportation is gaining momentum, with the state’s Drive Clean Rebate program injecting $30 million to offer up to $2,000 off new electric vehicles (EVs) at the point of sale, combinable with the federal $7,500…

Trump’s Tesla-Friendly Rule Change Slashes Self-Driving Crash Reports, Sparking Safety Fears
In a move that could reshape the electric vehicle landscape, the Trump administration has relaxed crash reporting rules for self-driving cars, with Tesla poised to gain the most. Announced on April 24, 2025, by the U.S. Department of Transportation, the…

Tesla to Launch Affordable Model Y E80 in July 2025: A Game-Changer for EV Accessibility
Tesla is set to introduce a more budget-friendly version of its popular Model Y, codenamed E80, this July, according to reports circulating on Chinese social media. Shared by Tesla Newswire, the announcement highlights a strategic move to broaden Tesla’s market…

Tesla Slashes 2024 Model 3 Performance Price to $40,490 with Federal EV Credit
Tesla has significantly reduced the price of its 2024 Model 3 Performance, making the high-performance electric vehicle (EV) available for an adjusted price of $40,490 after discounts and federal tax credits, according to a recent announcement shared on X by…