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Cadillac

GM Announces Eyes-Off Driving For Cadillac Escalade IQ In 2028, Pivoting From Failed $10 Billion Robotaxi Venture

General Motors unveiled plans today to bring eyes-off autonomous driving to the Cadillac Escalade IQ electric SUV by 2028, marking a dramatic strategic shift after shutting down its $10 billion Cruise robotaxi business. The announcement positions GM to compete directly with Tesla’s Full Self-Driving technology as the American EV market struggles following the expiration of…

Haye KestelooOct 22

Tesla

Tesla Q3 Earnings: Record Deliveries Hide Looming Post-Tax Credit Reality

Tesla is poised to beat Wall Street expectations when it reports third-quarter earnings Wednesday, riding record vehicle deliveries and energy storage deployment. But for EV enthusiasts watching the company’s trajectory, the real story isn’t the numbers—it’s what comes next. The electric vehicle maker delivered 497,099 vehicles in Q3, crushing analyst estimates and marking one of…

Haye KestelooOct 21

The California Manufacturers and Technology Association (CMTA) hailed this electric beauty as the "Coolest Thing Made in California". Model Y. Photo courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

Tesla

Tesla Probes to Intensify Under New NHTSA Chief Jonathan Morrison

The U.S. Senate has confirmed Jonathan Morrison to lead the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the nation’s top auto safety agency, placing a former Apple lawyer and Trump-era official in charge of multiple, high-stakes investigations into Tesla’s vehicle safety. The confirmation, which passed in a 51-47 vote on Thursday, according to Reuters, fills a…

Haye KestelooSep 18

Full Self-Driving

Tesla Faces Major Lawsuit Over Full Self-Driving Promises—Are EV Buyers Misled?

Did you buy Tesla’s Full Self-Driving? A new lawsuit could change what your EV is really worth on the road—and in court. Tesla is now facing a certified class action lawsuit in California regarding its claims about Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology, following a decisive ruling by U.S. District Judge Rita Lin. The court order, reported…

Haye KestelooAug 19

Model S

Tesla EVs Add Luxe Package With Free Supercharging, Self-Driving, and $10K Price Hike

Tesla’s Luxe Package makes the case for road-trippers: fewer charging receipts, more miles — but does the math work? Tesla has launched a new incentive bundle, the “Luxe Package”, for its flagship Model S and Model X, rolling in several premium features including Full Self-Driving, lifetime free Supercharging, and four years of maintenance. At the…

Haye KestelooAug 17

China

Global Carmakers Reshape China Strategies Amid Rapid EV Shift

Global automakers are overhauling their China strategies as foreign brands see their market share slide from 66% in 2020 to just 38% in the first half of this year, according to BloombergNEF. The shift reflects surging domestic competition, rapid electrification, and evolving consumer expectations in the world’s largest auto market. Expanding China-Specific EV Lineups With…

Haye KestelooAug 15

Elon Musk

Elon Musk Drops Bombshell: FSD V14 with Massive Upgrades Coming Soon—End of Annoying Nags?

Buckle up, Tesla fans—imagine cruising without those pesky steering wheel tugs. Elon Musk just teased FSD V14, packing a 10X parameter punch for smoother autonomy, even as Robotaxis steal the spotlight. Tesla CEO Elon Musk shared details on the upcoming Full Self-Driving (FSD) V14 update, slated for release in roughly six weeks, highlighting a 10X…

Haye KestelooAug 11

Tesla

Tesla Robotaxi Revolution Accelerates: 9 New Testing Hubs – What EV Owners Need to Know

Picture this, EV fans: Your next ride could be a driverless Tesla zipping through Brooklyn – and it’s happening faster than you think, with Tesla’s explosive expansion to nine cities! Tesla has expanded its Robotaxi testing to nine cities nationwide, posting jobs for Vehicle Operators to support Autopilot data collection with safety drivers behind the…

Haye KestelooJul 31

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