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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…

Autopilot

Tesla Autopilot Faces Jury Scrutiny in Fatal 2019 Florida Crash Trial

A federal jury trial begins today in Miami, examining whether Tesla’s Autopilot system contributed to a deadly 2019 crash near Key Largo, Florida, that killed a 22-year-old woman and injured her companion. The lawsuit, filed by survivor Dillon Angulo and the family of Naibel Benavides Leon, accuses Tesla of exaggerating the capabilities of its driver-assistance…

Xiaomi

Xiaomi Eyes Global EV Expansion in 2027, Focuses on Robust China Demand

China’s Xiaomi, a smartphone giant turned electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, will prioritize its booming domestic market until 2027, when it plans to explore international car sales, CEO Lei Jun announced during a livestream on Wednesday. With its SU7 sedan and YU7 SUV driving strong demand at home, the company faces production challenges but signals ambitious…

BYD Recalls Nearly 97,000 EVs Over Potential Fire Risk
BYD

BYD Halts Mexico EV Plant Plans Amid Trump’s Tariff Threats

China’s leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, BYD Co., has paused its plans to build a major production facility in Mexico due to escalating trade tensions fueled by U.S. President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff policies, according to a Bloomberg report. The decision reflects broader uncertainties in the global EV industry as automakers navigate shifting trade landscapes…

Cybertruck

Tesla Cybertruck Surges to Lead U.S. EV Pickup Market in 2024

A Barron’s opinion piece by analyst Ben Z. Rose argues that Tesla’s Cybertruck, despite early setbacks, has become the top-selling electric vehicle (EV) pickup truck in the U.S., with an estimated 39,000 units sold in 2024, according to Cox Automotive. The truck’s bold design and Tesla’s software updates have driven its rise, surpassing competitors like…

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…

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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