Tesla’s Robotaxi Revolution Stalled? Why Texas Lawmakers Are Slamming the Brakes

Tesla’s Robotaxi Revolution Stalled? Why Texas Lawmakers Are Slamming the Brakes

Tesla’s bold plan to launch its much-hyped Robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, has run into a roadblock. A group of seven Austin-based lawmakers has sent a heartfelt letter to the electric vehicle giant, asking it to pump the brakes on its June 22, 2025, rollout until a new autonomous vehicle law takes effect on September … Read more

Automotive Industry Update: Combustion Engines, Tesla’s FSD, and the Hybrid Debate

Ford’s affordable EV project and GM’s electric lineup signal a commitment to change. The race is on to shape the future of transportation

In a significant development this week, Toyota, Subaru, and Mazda hosted a workshop to discuss the future of combustion engines. The automakers unveiled a plan to co-develop engines powered by synthetic fuels, aiming to retrofit these into electrically designed vehicles. However, they left key details such as timelines, costs, and emissions impacts unaddressed, sparking questions … Read more

Tesla Range Drops to 64% of EPA Estimate After 3 Years, Study Finds

Tesla Range Drops to 64% of EPA Estimate After 3 Years, Study Finds

A new study by Recurrent [company specializing in used electric vehicle data] has found that Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles see a significant decrease in real-world driving range after just three years. The study, which analyzed data from over 12,000 Teslas, suggests that these cars are only achieving around 64% of their original … Read more

Tesla Sues Indian Battery Maker for Trademark Infringement

Tesla Sues Indian Battery Maker for Trademark Infringement

New Delhi, May 5, 2024 – Electric car manufacturer Tesla has filed a lawsuit against an Indian battery company, Tesla Power India Private Limited, for trademark infringement. Tesla claims the Indian company’s use of the brand name “Tesla Power” infringes on their registered trademark. In a hearing at the Delhi High Court this week, Tesla … Read more

Chinese EV Market Faces Challenges Despite Continued Growth

Chinese EV Market Faces Challenges Despite Continued Growth

The Chinese electric vehicle (EV) market, the world’s largest, is experiencing a slowdown and a fierce price war among domestic manufacturers. Profits Plummet for EV Leaders BYD, China’s top EV producer in 2023, reported a significant drop in Q1 2024 profits compared to the previous quarter. Their net profit fell by 47%, despite a 13.4% … Read more

BYD Crushing Tesla? Elon Musk Scrambles to Save His Company

BYD Crushing Tesla? Elon Musk Scrambles to Save His Company

Tesla’s leadership team undergoes a shakeup as Drew Baglino and Rohan Patel depart the company. This news comes amidst a backdrop of strategic realignment, workforce reductions, and a dynamic electric vehicle (EV) market. Departures Mark End of an Era Baglino, a senior vice president with Tesla for 18 years, played a key role in shaping … Read more