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On May 4, 2025, Fox News host Lara Trump stepped inside Tesla’s Texas Gigafactory, offering EV enthusiasts a thrilling glimpse into the heart of electric vehicle production. Broadcast on “My View with Lara Trump,” the tour highlighted Tesla’s cutting-edge assembly lines and autonomous driving technology, a bold statement of resilience as the company navigates sales…
Fresh evidence suggests Tesla is making tangible progress on its highly anticipated robotaxi, often referred to as the Cybercab. Drone pilot and Giga Texas observer Joe Tegtmeyer recently shared images showing a significant number of what appear to be Cybercab body castings staged at the Texas factory, estimating around 75 units (possibly more) are visible…
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 Tesla Model Y and Volkswagen ID.4, built domestically with fewer imported components, may emerge as…
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 change exempts partial self-driving vehicles using Level 2 systems—like Tesla’s Autopilot—from reporting certain non-fatal crashes,…
On April 24, 2025, Tesla’s stock rose 1.9% to $255.54 in early trading, buoyed by optimism surrounding its product lineup expansion in 2025, according to a Barron’s report. However, investors and analysts caution that the electric vehicle maker’s upcoming Model Q—a lower-priced model slated for the first half of 2025—may not suffice to address deeper…
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 in cash reserves and significant progress in autonomy, Tesla is positioning itself for transformative growth…
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
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
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