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Haye Kesteloo

Haye Kesteloo is the Editor in Chief and Founder of EVXL.co, where he covers all electric vehicle-related news, covering brands such as Tesla, Ford, GM, BMW, Nissan and others. He fulfills a similar role at the drone news site DroneXL.co. Haye can be reached at haye @ evxl.co or @hayekesteloo.

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Tesla Cybertruck Surges to Lead U.S. EV Pickup Market in 2024

A Barron’s opinion piece by analyst Ben Z. Rose argues that Tesla’s Cybertruck, despite early setbacks, has become the top-selling electric vehicle (EV) pickup truck in the U.S., with an estimated 39,000 units sold in 2024, according to Cox Automotive. The truck’s bold design and Tesla’s software updates have driven its rise, surpassing competitors like…

Ford CEO Jim Farley
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Ford CEO Calls China’s EV Dominance a Wake-Up Call for U.S. Automakers

Ford CEO Jim Farley has sounded the alarm on China’s electric vehicle (EV) industry, describing its technological and cost advantages as a critical challenge for American automakers. Speaking at the Aspen Ideas Festival on June 27, 2025, Farley called China’s EV progress “the most humbling thing I have ever seen,” citing superior in-vehicle technology and…

Hybrids Take Lead as Electric Vehicle Sales Plummet in California—A Wake-Up Call for EV Industry
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Tesla Q2 2025 Promotions for EV Enthusiasts Are About To Run Out!

As the clock ticks down on June 30, 2025, Tesla is still offering its last wave of Q2 promotions, providing electric vehicle (EV) owners and enthusiasts a chance to snag significant savings and upgrades across its lineup. Posted by industry insider Sawyer Merritt on X, these deals target a broad audience, from military veterans to…

Tesla Faces Q2 Delivery Shortfall but Retains Deutsche Bank’s Buy Rating
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Tesla Faces Q2 Delivery Shortfall but Retains Deutsche Bank’s Buy Rating

Tesla is projected to miss second-quarter delivery expectations, with Deutsche Bank forecasting 355,000 vehicles delivered against a consensus of over 380,000, according to Investing.com. Despite this, the bank maintains its Buy rating and $345.00 price target, citing Tesla’s long-term potential in the electric vehicle (EV) sector. This article explores the delivery outlook, regional trends, and…

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Tesla Cybertruck Sparks Grass Fire in Colorado, Raising EV Safety Concerns

On June 29, 2025, a Tesla Cybertruck towing a woodchipper ignited a half-acre grass fire in southwestern Colorado, prompting a multi-agency response and renewing discussions about electric vehicle (EV) safety during heavy-duty tasks. The incident, reported by KKTV, occurred on private land near Norwood, highlighting potential risks for EV owners and operators in rural settings.…

Tesla’s Robotaxi Pilot Sparks Optimism with $475 Stock Target Boost
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Tesla’s Robotaxi Pilot Sparks Optimism with $475 Stock Target Boost

On June 22, 2025, Tesla launched its invite-only Robotaxi pilot in Austin, Texas, igniting excitement among electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts and investors. The limited rollout of Model Y vehicles, operating autonomously in a geofenced area, has reportedly prompted Benchmark to raise its Tesla stock price target to $475, signaling strong confidence in the company’s autonomous…

Tesla Sues Ex-Supplier for Alleged $1B+ Battery Trade Secret Theft
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Tesla’s V4 Superchargers Launch in China, Boosting EV Charging for All Brands

Tesla has rolled out its first V4 Superchargers in China, a major step forward for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in the world’s largest EV market. Now operational in Shanghai, Chongqing, Gansu, and Zhejiang provinces, these advanced chargers promise faster charging and broader access, opening Tesla’s network to non-Tesla EVs for the first time in…

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