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On May 6, 2025, Tesla launched a more affordable version of its popular Model Y, pricing the long-range rear-wheel drive variant at $44,990, which drops to $37,490 after a $7,500 federal tax credit. This move, reported by Reuters, aims to boost sales amid a 13% quarterly sales drop—the weakest in nearly three years—driven by rising…
On May 7, 2025, 98-year-old British WWII veteran Ken Turner made headlines by driving a Sherman tank over a blue Tesla Model S, license plate reading “FASCISM,” in a dramatic protest against Elon Musk. The event, captured in a YouTube video, highlights Turner’s strong stance against what he perceives as Musk’s support for far-right movements…
In a striking shift, Tesla’s battery storage division in Australia generated more revenue than its electric vehicle (EV) sales in 2024, highlighting the growing role of energy storage in the company’s portfolio. According to Tesla Motors Australia’s annual report filed with the Australian Securities and Exchange Commission, total revenue reached $5.1 billion, with battery storage…
Tesla’s push to trademark “Robotaxi” and “Cybercab” for its autonomous electric vehicles (EVs) hit a roadblock as the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) rejected the “Robotaxi” vehicle trademark for being too generic, according to a TechCrunch report. The decision, issued on May 6, 2025, highlights challenges for Tesla’s branding strategy as it gears up…
Tesla’s electric vehicle (EV) sales in China took a hit in April, falling 6% year-over-year, as the U.S. automaker faces fierce competition from Chinese rivals and struggles with a tarnished image in Europe, according to a recent Reuters report. This marks the seventh consecutive month of declining sales for Tesla’s China-made vehicles, highlighting the challenges…
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system is under scrutiny as drivers express frustration with its overly cautious safety measures, highlighting a tension between innovation and user experience in the electric vehicle (EV) industry. A recent post on X by user Mike P. (@mikeipat711) has sparked discussions, revealing the challenges Tesla faces in balancing safety with practicality…
In a surprising turn for the electric vehicle (EV) industry, Tesla’s new car sales in the UK and Germany dropped to their lowest levels in over two years in April 2025, despite a broader surge in EV demand across Europe. According to Reuters, Tesla (TSLA.O) saw a 62% sales decline in Britain and a 46%…
In a striking blow to Tesla’s European market share, the electric vehicle (EV) giant saw its German sales drop by nearly half in April 2025, despite an overall surge in battery electric vehicle registrations. Data from Germany’s road traffic agency, the KBA, reveals Tesla’s challenges as competitors like China’s BYD gain ground, raising questions about…
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