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Tesla’s 15-Year IPO Anniversary: From Roadster to $1 Trillion Valuation

On June 29, 2010, Tesla debuted on the Nasdaq with its electric Roadster, a two-seat sportscar offering a 236-mile range, marking the start of a transformative journey. Fifteen years later, Tesla’s stock has surged nearly 300-fold, turning a $10,000 investment into nearly $3 million, while the company’s market cap now exceeds $1 trillion, making it…

Lucid

Lucid Air’s Innovator Peter Rawlinson Redefines EV Efficiency with Smaller Batteries

Peter Rawlinson, a trailblazing British engineer and Autocar’s 2025 Sturmey Award winner, is reshaping the electric vehicle (EV) landscape with his vision for efficiency at Lucid Motors. As the mastermind behind the Tesla Model S and Lucid Air, Rawlinson champions smaller, lighter batteries to deliver long-range, high-performance EVs, setting a new standard for the industry.…

Tesla

Swedish Pension Fund AP7 Dumps Tesla Stock Over Labor Rights Concerns

Swedish pension fund AP7 has made headlines by blacklisting Tesla and selling its entire stake in the U.S. electric vehicle (EV) maker, citing violations of union rights. The decision, announced on June 13, 2025, reflects growing scrutiny of labor practices within the EV industry and could signal a shift in investment strategies for sustainable portfolios,…

Taycan

Ferrari Delays Second Electric Vehicle to 2028 Amid Low Demand for High-Performance EVs

Ferrari has postponed its second fully electric vehicle (EV) from 2026 to at least 2028 due to insufficient demand for high-performance luxury EVs, according to two sources close to the matter, reports Reuters. This shift comes as the iconic Italian automaker prepares to launch its first EV later this year, navigating a challenging market where…

Model S

Tesla Unveils 2025 Model S and Model X Updates with $5,000 Price Hike and New Features

Tesla has launched refreshed versions of its flagship Model S and Model X electric vehicles, introducing subtle design tweaks, enhanced technology, and a $5,000 price increase across all trims. Announced on June 12, 2025, these updates aim to refine the driving experience, though some enthusiasts question whether the changes justify the higher cost. Pricing and…

Porsche

Porsche Cayenne All-Electric Fourth-Generation SUV Ready For 2025 Launch

Porsche is electrifying its iconic Cayenne SUV with a fully electric fourth-generation model set to launch this year, marking a significant leap in the luxury electric vehicle (EV) market. Confirmed by the automaker, this new Cayenne will ditch traditional engines for a zero-emission powertrain, backed by extensive testing that includes millions of test kilometers—equivalent to…

Tesla

Trump Dumps Tesla After Musk Feud: Drama Unfolds

President Donald Trump is parting ways with his Tesla Model S after a public falling out with Tesla CEO Elon Musk, a move that underscores tensions between the two influential figures and raises questions about the electric vehicle (EV) industry’s future. According to a report by The Daily Beast, Trump’s decision follows a series of…

Tesla

Trump-Musk Feud Escalates Over Tax-Cut Bill, Threatens Tesla and EV Industry Stability

A growing rift between U.S. President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk has sparked concerns for the electric vehicle (EV) industry, as the two clash over a tax-cut bill that could reshape federal spending and EV market dynamics. According to a Reuters report, Trump has publicly distanced himself from Musk, signaling a potential end…

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