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Tesla Investor Ron Baron Predicts 10x Stock Growth, Urges Musk to Focus on Innovation

Tesla shareholder Ron Baron, founder of Baron Capital, remains a steadfast supporter of the electric vehicle (EV) giant, projecting a potential 10-fold increase in Tesla’s stock value. Speaking at the Economic Club of New York on May 13, 2025, Baron shared his optimism about Tesla’s future while offering pointed advice for CEO Elon Musk, emphasizing…

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Lehigh County Pension Fund Halts New Tesla Stock Purchases Amid Elon Musk Controversy

Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, has become the first known U.S. pension fund to stop buying new Tesla stock, citing concerns over CEO Elon Musk’s political activities and the company’s declining financial performance. According to a Business Insider report, the county’s pension board, which manages $500 million in assets, voted 4-2 on May 6, 2025, to pause…

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Tesla Unveils Cheaper Model Y at $37,490 After Tax Credit in the U.S.

On May 6, 2025, Tesla launched a more affordable version of its popular Model Y, pricing the long-range rear-wheel drive variant at $44,990, which drops to $37,490 after a $7,500 federal tax credit. This move, reported by Reuters, aims to boost sales amid a 13% quarterly sales drop—the weakest in nearly three years—driven by rising…

Tesla Cybertrucks lined up. Photo courtesy of Sawyer Merritt / X.
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Tesla Offers Free 1-Year FSD Trial for Cybertruck Owners: A Game-Changer for EV Autonomy

On May 7, 2025, Tesla announced a significant perk for Cybertruck owners, offering a free 1-year trial of Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised, as shared by Sawyer Merritt on X. This move highlights Tesla’s push to advance autonomous driving technology in its electric vehicles (EVs), particularly for early adopters of the rugged Cybertruck. Technology Updates: FSD…

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Bill Miller: Tesla’s High Price Doesn’t Match Its Value, BYD’s Self-Driving Tech Shines

Legendary investor Bill Miller recently shared his insights on the electric vehicle (EV) market, stating that Tesla’s current valuation doesn’t justify its price while praising BYD’s advancements in self-driving technology. In a MarketWatch report, Miller, known for beating the S&P 500 for 15 consecutive years, highlighted why he’s cautious about Tesla and optimistic about competitors…

Tesla's "Full Self-Driving" Name Defended in Court. Photo courtesy of Tesla.
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Tesla’s China-Made EV Sales Drop 6% in April Amid Rising Competition

Tesla’s electric vehicle (EV) sales in China took a hit in April, falling 6% year-over-year, as the U.S. automaker faces fierce competition from Chinese rivals and struggles with a tarnished image in Europe, according to a recent Reuters report. This marks the seventh consecutive month of declining sales for Tesla’s China-made vehicles, highlighting the challenges…

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Tesla FSD Safety Concerns: Drivers Demand Less Intrusive Supervision

Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system is under scrutiny as drivers express frustration with its overly cautious safety measures, highlighting a tension between innovation and user experience in the electric vehicle (EV) industry. A recent post on X by user Mike P. (@mikeipat711) has sparked discussions, revealing the challenges Tesla faces in balancing safety with practicality…

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Tesla Doubles Down on Vision-Only FSD in China, Faces Beijing’s Regulatory Test

Tesla is intensifying its long-standing vision-only approach to autonomous driving in China, reportedly announcing plans to roll out its camera-based Full Self-Driving (FSD) system for mainland-assembled vehicles—pending Beijing’s approval. In a Weibo post on May 4, 2025, the U.S. electric vehicle (EV) maker emphasized that its “visual processing solutions” will deliver safer, smarter driving acro

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