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Tesla Model Y Juniper Launch May Arrive Earlier Than Expected

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Tesla’s Shanghai Gigafactory is reportedly getting ready to release the refreshed Model Y, nicknamed "Juniper." The production lines are currently being used for both the existing Model Y and this new version. Currently, the Juniper model takes up a smaller share of the production capacity, indicating a careful increase in preparation for its expected launch in […]

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Cybertruck Turning Radius Test: Rear Wheel Steering Performance

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Tesla’s first electric pickup, the Cybertruck, is massive yet can maneuver easily thanks to its four-wheel steering feature. Exceptional Maneuverability As is common with this kind of technology, the rear wheels can turn slightly opposite to the front wheels, allowing even larger vehicles to make tight turns. The Cybertruck showcases this ability, and there’s a direct

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California Cuts Tax Credit for Tesla Model Y, Supports Non-Tesla EVs

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The new Trump administration is looking to eliminate the federal tax credit for new electric vehicles, which could negatively impact Tesla’s sales, especially in California. State Rebate Plans California’s Governor Newsom has announced that the state will bring back its rebate incentive for new EV purchases that was removed last year. This move is intended to

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Tesla Responds to High Fatality Crash Rate with Model 3 Safety Data

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Tesla’s chief engineer, Lars Moravy, is actively countering claims from a recent report that states Teslas have the highest fatality crash rate among all vehicles. He argues that the report’s conclusions are misleading. Report Overview The report examined data from the federal U.S. Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), which is managed by the NHTSA. It focused

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Tesla Launches Smart Summon Feature in Europe and Middle East

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Tesla vehicles get better over time thanks to updates that introduce new features and improve existing ones. Yet, some buyers in various regions have to wait longer to access these features. A recent example is the Actually Smart Summon, which took a while to reach customers in Europe and the Middle East. According to a post

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Tesla Tackles Supercharger Congestion with AI and Long Cables

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Tesla is set to enhance the Supercharger wait times for all electric vehicle (EV) owners. This will be done by boosting the number of V4 chargers with longer cables, refining their availability algorithms, and striving for a standardized charging port location for non-Tesla EVs. Future Plans for Supercharger Expansion In the next 18 months, Tesla aims

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Judge Rejects Tesla’s Bid to Dismiss ‘Phantom Braking’ Lawsuit

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Tesla, a leading name in self-driving technology, is facing its share of unhappy customers. In 2023, the well-known car maker was named in a class-action lawsuit in a Chicago district court. Judge Georgia Alexakis, overseeing the case, has decided that it will proceed despite Tesla’s efforts to dismiss it. Lawsuit Details The case, titled Joshua Santiago

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Tesla offers free charging and FSD trials with new vehicle purchases

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Now that Tesla’s stock of vehicles has decreased noticeably, the company is offering free Supercharging and Full Self-Driving trials for all new car purchases. New Offers for Inventory Vehicles Last week, Tesla rolled out a fresh deal for buyers of its existing stock of vehicles, excluding used ones. The promotion includes three months of complimentary charging

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Tesla Model Y Juniper 4680 Battery Hurdles: Musk’s Overpromises

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While Tesla is heavily investing in perfecting its affordable 4680 batteries to make the most of current government subsidies, the leader of the largest battery manufacturer has doubts about the feasibility of these efforts. CATL’s Perspective on US Investments In a recent discussion, CATL’s Chairman Robin Zeng shared insights on the company’s plans for production in

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Tesla Robotaxi Launch Possible with New Autonomous Vehicle Rules

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Tesla’s shares have risen following news that Elon Musk’s initiative to deregulate autonomous vehicles could soon be realized with the change in the White House administration next quarter. Federal Policy Changes The Trump transition team is allegedly working on a national policy framework for autonomous vehicles that would allow them on public roads much more quickly

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