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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…

China

China’s Rare-Earth Restrictions Spark EV Industry Crisis

China’s tightened export controls on rare-earth minerals, critical for electric vehicle (EV) production, have sent automakers and suppliers into a frenzy, with some factories facing potential shutdowns by mid-July 2025. Reuters reports that the restrictions, targeting elements like gallium and germanium, are disrupting global supply chains, forcing the EV industry to seek urgent alternatives. Supp

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$1.6 Billion South Carolina EV Battery Plant Halts Amid Policy Shifts

AESC, a Japanese battery manufacturer, has paused construction on its $1.6 billion factory in Florence, South Carolina, designed to supply batteries for BMW’s electric vehicles (EVs). The decision, stems from uncertainties in federal EV policies and potential tariff changes under President Donald Trump’s administration, raising concerns for the EV industry’s growth in the U.S. reports…

Tesla Streamlines Model 3 Lineup, Offers Killer Lease Deal on Standard Range
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Pension Funds Demand Tesla Board Replace Elon Musk as CEO Amid Brand Concerns

A recent Forbes report reveals growing discontent among Tesla’s major shareholders, with pension funds and state officials urging the electric vehicle (EV) giant’s board to replace CEO Elon Musk. A consumer sentiment survey highlights that 51% of EV-curious adults view Tesla more favorably if Musk were replaced, prompting calls for better governance to protect the…

Germany

Germany’s EV Tax Break Falls Short, Auto Lobby Warns: A Push for Stronger Incentives

Germany’s latest proposal to encourage businesses to adopt electric vehicles (EVs) through a tax break has been met with skepticism by the auto industry, potentially slowing the transition to cleaner transportation. According to a Bloomberg report, the plan, which allows companies to deduct 75% of EV purchase taxes in the year of acquisition, is seen…

Tesla

Huawei Launches $141,000 Maextro S800 EV to Redefine China’s Luxury Electric Vehicle Market

Huawei Technologies Co., in collaboration with Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Corp. (JAC), has unveiled the Maextro S800, a luxury electric sedan priced at 1.02 million yuan ($141,637), targeting China’s high-end EV market. Announced in Shenzhen on May 30, 2025, this launch positions Huawei as a formidable competitor to established luxury brands like Mercedes-Benz and Bentley,…

Electric Shock: Tesla's Winning Streak Shakes Short Sellers
Model S

Tesla Model S Plaid 2025: New Design, Same Epic Power

Tesla is refining its flagship electric sedan, the Model S Plaid, with a prototype recently spotted lapping the Nürburgring in Germany. According to Autoblog, the 2025 refresh brings minor visual tweaks but leaves fans wanting more significant changes to keep pace with rising competition in the EV market. A Light Refresh for Tesla, a Performance…

Tesla

EV Buyers Hesitate as Costs and Charging Woes Persist in 2025

A recent study from American Muscle highlights why electric vehicle (EV) adoption is stalling despite growing interest. High upfront costs and sparse charging infrastructure are pushing buyers away, even as automakers like BMW and Kia roll out models like the 2026 iX and EV9 GT. Economic pressures and dealership experiences further complicate the shift to…

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