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Musk's Potential Role in Trump Administration Raises Concerns for Tesla
Model Y

Trump Announces Elon Musk’s Exit from DOGE Role at White House Press Conference

In a surprising turn at the White House, President Donald J. Trump announced that Elon Musk will step away from his role in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) during a press conference scheduled for May 30, 2025, at 1:30 P.M. EST. The statement, shared via a post on Truth Social from Trump’s verified account,…

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

Tesla’s European EV Sales Drop 53% in April Amid Rising Chinese Competition

Tesla’s electric vehicle (EV) sales in Europe took a significant hit in April 2025, with new-car registrations dropping nearly 53% to 5,475 vehicles, according to the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA). This marks the fourth consecutive month of decline for the EV giant, as Chinese competitors like BYD gain ground in the rapidly growing European…

GM

U.S. EV Tax Credit Faces Elimination, Threatening GM and Ford’s Electric Push

A proposed budget from House Republicans could end the $7,500 federal tax credit for electric vehicles (EVs), a move that may stall EV adoption and hit automakers like General Motors (GM) and Ford hardest, while Tesla stands to gain. The proposal, aimed at reducing federal spending, could reshape the EV market just as legacy automakers…

Tesla's Bumpy Road: Expected Shortfall in Q3 2023 Deliveries
Model Y

Tesla Sees Record Test Drive Signups for 48-Hour Model Y and Model 3 Demos Across U.S.

Tesla is experiencing a surge in interest for its electric vehicles, with some U.S. stores reporting record test drive signups for the new 48-hour demo option. According to a recent update from EV enthusiast Sawyer Merritt, the extended test drives for the Model Y and Model 3 have attracted significant attention, with bookings stretching over…

BYD Recalls Nearly 97,000 EVs Over Potential Fire Risk
China

China’s EV Price War Hits Record Discounts, Threatens Smaller Automakers

China’s electric vehicle (EV) market is facing unprecedented price cuts, with discounts reaching a record 16.8% in April, up from 16.5% in March, according to a recent Carscoops report. This intensifying price war, driven by fierce competition among nearly 50 active EV makers in China, is putting immense pressure on profitability, with only three manufacturers—BYD,…

Tesla Cybertrucks lined up. Photo courtesy of Sawyer Merritt / X.
Cybertruck

Tesla Launches 48-Hour Test Drives for Cybertruck, Model S/3/Y in the U.S.

Tesla has introduced an extended 48-hour test drive program for its Cybertruck, Model S, Model 3, and Model Y, marking a first for U.S. customers. Announced by automotive enthusiast Sawyer Merritt, this initiative allows anyone in the U.S. to book a demo drive directly online, with no prior invitation required, offering a deeper experience with…

BYD Crusade Against Online Defamation
BYD

BYD Surpasses Tesla in European EV Sales, Signals Shift in Market Dynamics

In a stunning turn for the electric vehicle (EV) industry, Chinese automaker BYD has overtaken Tesla in European sales for the first time, marking a significant milestone in April 2025. This shift, reportedly driven by BYD’s aggressive pricing and strategic model launches, highlights the growing competition in one of Tesla’s key markets, as reported by…

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