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House Republicans Push $250 EV Fee to Fund Highway Repairs, Stirring Debate
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House Republicans Push $250 EV Fee to Fund Highway Repairs, Stirring Debate

U.S. House Republicans have raised their proposed annual fee on electric vehicle (EV) owners to $250, up from $200, to address a shortfall in highway repair funds, as EV drivers bypass gasoline taxes that traditionally fund road maintenance. This proposal, part of a broader tax reform bill, also includes a $100 fee for hybrids and…

Tesla Sues Ex-Supplier for Alleged $1B+ Battery Trade Secret Theft
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Tesla Unveils White-Label Superchargers at Power2Drive: A Game-Changer for EV Charging

Tesla is breaking new ground in the electric vehicle (EV) industry with its latest announcement at Power2Drive in Munich, Germany. The company is launching a Hardware Sales program that lets businesses brand their own Superchargers or set custom pricing, offering unprecedented control with minimal hassle. Shared by Sawyer Merritt on X, this move could reshape…

Tesla Chair Robyn Denholm Sells $32M in Stock Amid EV Giant’s Turbulent Times
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Tesla Chair Robyn Denholm Sells $32M in Stock Amid EV Giant’s Turbulent Times

On April 29, 2025, Tesla Chair Robyn Denholm filed to sell 144,000 shares worth $32 million, as revealed in an SEC Form 144 filing. This move, coming just days after a Tesla board member’s notable stock purchase, has sparked curiosity among electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts and investors, especially as Tesla navigates financial challenges and public…

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Tesla Settles Shocking Lawsuit Over Racist Remarks at Fremont Factory

On April 25, 2025, Tesla settled a disturbing racial discrimination lawsuit filed by a Black female employee at its Fremont, California, manufacturing facility, exposing a troubling workplace culture at the electric vehicle giant. The plaintiff, Raina Pierce, accused the company of tolerating racist remarks and unfair treatment, with court records revealing a manager’s alleged use…

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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 at an average price of $256.31, a move that has sparked excitement among electric vehicle…

Tesla China's Q3 Performance Continues to Impress Despite Slight Dip
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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 a $77.8 billion state budget, the bill targets automakers’ EV credits—key to meeting the state’s…

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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 betrayal of the state’s clean energy goals. The New York Times reports this legislative pivot…

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Slate Auto’s $20,000 Blank Slate EV Pickup Redefines Affordable Electric Freedom

On April 24, 2025, Slate Auto, a Michigan-based electric vehicle startup, unveiled its game-changing Blank Slate pickup truck in Long Beach, California, promising to shatter the price barrier for EVs with a base cost of $20,000. Backed by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, this radically simple, customizable electric truck targets everyday drivers and fleet operators, offering…

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