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Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” Sparks Outrage Over EV Tax Credit Cuts
Elon Musk

Trump Tax Bill Axes $7,500 EV Tax Credit, Sparks Musk’s Fury

On Saturday, June 28, 2025, Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla Inc., publicly condemned the U.S. Senate’s revised tax bill, which accelerates the elimination of the $7,500 electric vehicle (EV) tax credit. Musk’s sharp criticism, posted on his social media platform X, highlights the bill’s potential to harm the EV industry, a cornerstone of clean energy…

Germany

Tesla FSD Edges Closer to Launch in Germany, Sparking Excitement

Excitement is building among Tesla enthusiasts in Germany as signs point to an imminent launch of the company’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, potentially marking a breakthrough for autonomous driving in Europe. Recent posts on X suggest that Tesla may be preparing to roll out FSD Supervised in Germany by the end of 2025, with employees…

Tesla

Tesla Executive Omead Afshar Departs Amid EV Sales Slump and Robotaxi Push

Tesla’s vice president of sales and manufacturing for North America and Europe, Omead Afshar, has left the electric vehicle (EV) giant, marking another high-profile exit as the company navigates declining sales and a pivot to autonomous technology. The departure, confirmed by three sources familiar with the matter, comes as Tesla grapples with a 19% year-to-date…

Model Y

Why Fully Autonomous Cars Remain Out of Reach by 2030

The dream of fully autonomous cars continues to stall, leaving electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts and industry watchers intrigued yet cautious. Despite early optimism following the US military’s Darpa challenge two decades ago, progress toward Level 5 self-driving cars—capable of driving anywhere in all conditions—has hit significant hurdles. A Bloomberg chart projecting automation levels through 2

Tesla Cybertruck Prices Plummet as New Models Hit the Market
Elon Musk

European EV Sales Surge as Plug-In Hybrids Lead the Charge in May 2025

Europe’s electric vehicle (EV) market gained momentum in May 2025, with new-car registrations climbing 1.9% to 1.11 million units, according to the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association. This uptick, driven by robust demand for plug-in hybrids and battery-electric cars, signals a shifting landscape for EV owners and enthusiasts amid global trade tensions and growing competition. The…

Ford F-150 Lightning Outpaces Tesla Cybertruck in Q1 2025 EV Pickup Race
Ford

Ford’s New Four-Day Office Mandate Signals Shift for Workforce

Starting September 1, 2025, Ford Motor Company will require most of its global salaried workforce to return to the office four days a week, a move aimed at boosting performance as the automaker accelerates its electric vehicle (EV) ambitions. Announced to employees on Wednesday, this policy reflects Ford’s push to foster collaboration and compete in…

Tesla

Land Rover Prepares to Shake Up Luxury EV Market with New Defender Sport Entry-Level SUV

Land Rover is gearing up to disrupt the luxury electric vehicle (EV) market with the launch of a rugged, entry-level Defender SUV, blending its iconic off-road heritage with cutting-edge electric technology. According to a recent article from AutoWeek, the British automaker plans to introduce its first fully electric SUV in the near future, targeting a…

Tesla

Senate Blocks Republican Push to Reverse Biden’s EV Emission Rules

The U.S. Senate parliamentarian has dealt a significant blow to Republican efforts to undo landmark electric vehicle (EV) emission regulations set by the Biden administration. On Friday, June 20, 2025, the parliamentarian ruled that overturning these rules requires 60 votes in the 100-seat chamber, a higher threshold than the simple majority needed for other parts…

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