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Germany Mulls Support for VW Amid EV Transition Challenges

Volkswagen

Volkswagen and Uber Partner to Deploy Autonomous ID. Buzz Electric Vans in U.S. by 2026

Volkswagen AG has forged a strategic partnership with Uber Technologies Inc. to deploy thousands of fully autonomous, all-electric ID. Buzz AD vans across U.S. markets, starting with a commercial launch in Los Angeles in 2026, according to Reuters. This collaboration marks a significant step toward integrating autonomous electric vehicles (EVs) into ride-hailing services, leveraging Volkswagen’s…

Haye KestelooApr 24

Tesla

Tesla Shares Surge as Musk Pledges Focus, but Brand Damage Persists

Tesla’s stock climbed more than 5% today, after CEO Elon Musk announced he would scale back his advisory role with U.S. President Donald Trump to refocus on the electric vehicle (EV) giant. However, a 71% drop in Q1 net income and ongoing brand perception issues tied to Musk’s political affiliations signal a challenging road ahead…

Haye KestelooApr 23

Tesla

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 stakeholders anticipate clarity on Tesla’s affordable electric vehicle (EV) model, robotaxi rollout, and

Haye KestelooApr 22

Tesla

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

Haye KestelooApr 22

Tesla

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 and his advisory role in President Trump’s administration, reports The New York Times. Slumping Sales…

Haye KestelooApr 22

Tesla

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 to siphon profits from Tesla’s environmental credits—a vital revenue stream for the EV leader. Critics…

Haye KestelooApr 21

California

Tesla Faces California Lawsuit Alleging Odometer Manipulation to Dodge Warranty Repairs

A proposed class-action lawsuit filed in California accuses Tesla of deliberately inflating odometer readings in its electric vehicles (EVs) to prematurely expire warranties and avoid repair costs, raising serious questions about the automaker’s software-driven mileage tracking system. The case, led by plaintiff Nyree Hinton, claims Tesla’s odometer algorithms misrepresent actual distances travele

Haye KestelooApr 17

Tesla

Lost Hills Supercharger: Tesla’s Biggest EV Charging Hub Yet

Tesla is advancing electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure with the ongoing construction of the world’s largest Supercharger station in Lost Hills, California. This monumental project, which broke ground in late October 2024, promises a groundbreaking combination of scale, sustainability, and advanced energy storage. The development, shown in this short video and detailed through renderings

Haye KestelooApr 16

California

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