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Tesla Model Y Performance Spotted at Nürburgring with Plaid Wheels and Upgraded Features

Tesla’s latest Model Y Performance has been caught testing at the Nürburgring, revealing exciting upgrades for electric vehicle enthusiasts. Spotted by Carscoops, this prototype showcases a sportier design and enhanced performance specs, signaling Tesla’s push to refine its compact electric crossover for high-performance driving. Upgraded Design and Features The Model Y Performance prototype featu

Haye KestelooMay 21

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Waffle House and BP Pulse Team Up to Fast-Charge EVs in the South by 2026

Waffle House, a beloved Southern dining chain, is partnering with BP Pulse to install 400-kilowatt DC fast chargers at select locations, offering EV drivers a convenient charging solution while they enjoy a meal. Announced on May 21, 2025, this collaboration aims to roll out chargers across the South, starting in Texas, Georgia, and Florida, with…

Haye KestelooMay 21

XPeng

XPeng Boosts Q2 Revenue Forecast with Record EV Deliveries in 2025

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer XPeng is making waves in the EV industry, forecasting second-quarter revenue between 17.5 billion and 18.7 billion yuan ($2.47 billion to $2.64 billion), surpassing Wall Street expectations of 16.85 billion yuan, according to LSEG data. This optimistic outlook, announced on May 21, 2025, is driven by surging demand for XPeng’s…

Haye KestelooMay 21

Tesla

Tesla CFO Vaibhav Taneja Sets Record with $139.5 Million Pay Package Amid EV Industry Shifts

Tesla’s Chief Financial Officer, Vaibhav Taneja, received a staggering $139.5 million compensation package in 2024, making it the highest CFO pay on record since 2006, according to a recent report by The Wall Street Journal. This milestone comes as Tesla navigates a challenging period in the electric vehicle (EV) industry, marked by declining deliveries and…

Haye KestelooMay 20

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Tesla’s Reputation Plummets in 2025 Axios Harris Poll: What It Means for EV Owners

A recent Axios Harris Poll 100 survey reveals a steep decline in Tesla’s reputation, dropping the electric vehicle (EV) giant to 95th place among America’s 100 most visible companies in 2025. Once a darling of the EV industry, Tesla’s fall from 8th place in 2021 to 63rd in 2024, and now near the bottom, signals…

Haye KestelooMay 20

Tesla

Tesla Faces Crisis as 10,000 Cybertrucks Remain Unsold, Sales Plummet Globally

Tesla, once a leader in the electric vehicle (EV) industry, is grappling with a severe challenge as over 10,000 Cybertrucks sit unsold across the U.S., costing the company an estimated $800 million. According to a recent Forbes report, this inventory backlog, combined with sharp declines in Tesla sales worldwide, signals a potential turning point for…

Haye KestelooMay 17

Tesla

Tesla Launches $1,000 Discount Program for Heroes: EVs for Military, Teachers, and More

Tesla has introduced a new initiative offering a $1,000 discount on any new electric vehicle (EV) for verified students, teachers, first responders, military veterans, retirees, active-duty members, their spouses, and surviving spouses. This program, dubbed “Made in America for Everyday Heroes,” expands Tesla’s previous military-only discount to honor a broader group of American heroes with…

Haye KestelooMay 16

Tesla

Tesla Abandons Robotaxi Lease Plan, Sells Off Vehicles Instead

In a surprising shift, Tesla has ended its controversial no-buyout lease policy, originally designed to reclaim vehicles for its planned robotaxi fleet, and instead sold the cars to new buyers. This move, reported by Reuters, marks a significant pivot for the electric vehicle giant, raising questions about its autonomous driving ambitions and customer trust. A…

Haye KestelooMay 15

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