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Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” Sparks Outrage Over EV Tax Credit Cuts
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Trump Tax Bill Axes $7,500 EV Tax Credit, Sparks Musk’s Fury

On Saturday, June 28, 2025, Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla Inc., publicly condemned the U.S. Senate’s revised tax bill, which accelerates the elimination of the $7,500 electric vehicle (EV) tax credit. Musk’s sharp criticism, posted on his social media platform X, highlights the bill’s potential to harm the EV industry, a cornerstone of clean energy…

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Photos of Tesla’s First Fully Autonomous Model Y Delivery

Tesla has achieved a historic milestone with the first fully autonomous delivery of a Model Y to a customer’s home, completed a day ahead of schedule on June 27, 2025. The delivery, which navigated highways and local roads with no human presence or remote operators, showcases Tesla’s advancements in AI-driven technology. Verified details from an…

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Tesla Achieves Historic Fully Autonomous Model Y Delivery Ahead of Schedule

Tesla has made a groundbreaking leap in electric vehicle (EV) technology with the first fully autonomous delivery of a Model Y, completing a journey from factory to a customer’s home across town, including highways, a day ahead of schedule. UPDATE: PHOTOS OF TESLA’S FIRST FULLY AUTONOMOUS MODEL Y DELIVERY Announced by Tesla CEO Elon Musk…

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Tesla Executive Omead Afshar Departs Amid EV Sales Slump and Robotaxi Push

Tesla’s vice president of sales and manufacturing for North America and Europe, Omead Afshar, has left the electric vehicle (EV) giant, marking another high-profile exit as the company navigates declining sales and a pivot to autonomous technology. The departure, confirmed by three sources familiar with the matter, comes as Tesla grapples with a 19% year-to-date…

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Why Fully Autonomous Cars Remain Out of Reach by 2030

The dream of fully autonomous cars continues to stall, leaving electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts and industry watchers intrigued yet cautious. Despite early optimism following the US military’s Darpa challenge two decades ago, progress toward Level 5 self-driving cars—capable of driving anywhere in all conditions—has hit significant hurdles. A Bloomberg chart projecting automation levels through 2

Xpeng Ignites Share Surge with Affordable EV
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Tesla’s European Sales Drop 40.5% as Cheaper Chinese EVs Gain Ground

In May 2025, Tesla’s European sales plummeted for the fifth consecutive month, with only 8,729 vehicles sold across the European Union—a 40.5% decline from the 14,682 units sold in May 2024, according to data from the European Automobile Manufacturers Association. As demand for electric vehicles (EVs) grows, Tesla’s struggles highlight shifting consumer preferences toward affordable…

Tesla Robotaxi Mishaps Spark Safety Concerns in Austin Trials
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Tesla Robotaxi Mishaps Spark Safety Concerns in Austin Trials

Tesla’s robotaxi trials in Austin, Texas, have hit roadblocks, with videos from riders revealing multiple driving errors just days into the public test. The incidents, reported by Reuters, highlight challenges in Tesla’s self-driving software as the company pushes toward autonomous vehicle dominance. Early Trials, Early Troubles On the first day of testing, Tesla’s robotaxis—standard Model…

Tesla Cybertruck Prices Plummet as New Models Hit the Market
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European EV Sales Surge as Plug-In Hybrids Lead the Charge in May 2025

Europe’s electric vehicle (EV) market gained momentum in May 2025, with new-car registrations climbing 1.9% to 1.11 million units, according to the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association. This uptick, driven by robust demand for plug-in hybrids and battery-electric cars, signals a shifting landscape for EV owners and enthusiasts amid global trade tensions and growing competition. The…

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