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Cadillac

GM Announces Eyes-Off Driving For Cadillac Escalade IQ In 2028, Pivoting From Failed $10 Billion Robotaxi Venture

General Motors unveiled plans today to bring eyes-off autonomous driving to the Cadillac Escalade IQ electric SUV by 2028, marking a dramatic strategic shift after shutting down its $10 billion Cruise robotaxi business. The announcement positions GM to compete directly with Tesla’s Full Self-Driving technology as the American EV market struggles following the expiration of…

Haye KestelooOct 22

Tesla

Tesla Q3 Earnings: Record Deliveries Hide Looming Post-Tax Credit Reality

Tesla is poised to beat Wall Street expectations when it reports third-quarter earnings Wednesday, riding record vehicle deliveries and energy storage deployment. But for EV enthusiasts watching the company’s trajectory, the real story isn’t the numbers—it’s what comes next. The electric vehicle maker delivered 497,099 vehicles in Q3, crushing analyst estimates and marking one of…

Haye KestelooOct 21

Full Self-Driving

Tesla Faces Major Lawsuit Over Full Self-Driving Promises—Are EV Buyers Misled?

Did you buy Tesla’s Full Self-Driving? A new lawsuit could change what your EV is really worth on the road—and in court. Tesla is now facing a certified class action lawsuit in California regarding its claims about Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology, following a decisive ruling by U.S. District Judge Rita Lin. The court order, reported…

Haye KestelooAug 19

BYD

Tesla’s German Sales Collapse 55% While BYD Surges in 2025

Is Tesla’s reign over? In Germany, sales crashed to 1,110 cars in July, as BYD’s EVs skyrocketed. In July 2025, Tesla’s new car sales in Germany plummeted by 55.1%, with only 1,110 vehicles registered, while the broader electric vehicle (EV) market soared, according to the German road traffic agency KBA. This stark contrast highlights Tesla’s…

Haye KestelooAug 5

Florida

Florida Jury Awards $243 Million Against Tesla in Fatal 2019 Autopilot Crash

A Florida jury has ordered Tesla to pay $243 million in damages following a deadly 2019 crash involving its Autopilot system, marking a significant legal setback that could invite more lawsuits against the electric vehicle maker, reports Reuters. This verdict highlights ongoing concerns about the safety and limitations of Tesla’s driver assistance technology. Details of…

Haye KestelooAug 2

Model Y

Tesla Sales Plunge Across Europe Despite Model Y Update Amid Regulatory Hurdles

Tesla registrations tumbled in several European countries in July, even after the company introduced a refreshed Model Y, as CEO Elon Musk’s political stance, stricter regulations, and intensifying competition weigh on demand. This downturn highlights broader challenges for the electric vehicle giant in a market shifting toward affordable rivals, reports Reuters. Sharp Declines in Major…

Haye KestelooAug 1

California

Tesla’s EV Sales in California Plunge for Seventh Straight Quarter Amid Growing Challenges

Tesla’s EV Sales in California Plunge for Seventh Straight Quarter Amid Growing Challenges Tesla Inc. saw its new vehicle registrations in California drop sharply last quarter, marking the seventh consecutive decline in the nation’s largest electric vehicle market. This downturn, with 41,138 registrations representing a 21% year-over-year fall, outpaced the 13% dip in overall zero-emission…

Haye KestelooJul 24

Tesla

Tesla Q2 2025 Earnings Highlight FSD Progress Amid Revenue Decline and Market Challenges

Tesla released its Q2 2025 earnings on July 23, reporting adjusted earnings of 40 cents per share, just below the average analyst estimate, alongside revenue of $22.5 billion that fell 12% year-over-year, marking the sharpest decline in at least a decade. Gross margin came in higher than anticipated. Updated as of 16:56 EST The company…

Haye KestelooJul 23

Elon Musk

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