In a letter to President Biden this week, US Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) argued that Chinese EV imports, backed by the Chinese government, threaten the US auto industry. Insisting that such “cheating” poses severe risks to the US auto industry and its workers, Brown asked the President to ban these … [continued]
One well-known weakness of ICE vehicles is that the car will drive away from a gas pump with the nozzle still in the car. And, because the nozzle goes into the car at a 90% angle compared to the direction of travel, it won’t harmlessly slide out if you happen … [continued]
After writing “13 Potential Tesla Demand Factors (Good & Bad) In Coming Years,” I was still brainstorming demand drivers and thinking about what makes Tesla vehicles special. And then I remembered something Elon Musk tweeted years ago. Not long after I bought my Tesla Model 3 in 2019, we got … [continued]
With Tesla sales dropping in the 1st quarter, one of the hottest topics of discussion lately has been Tesla consumer demand going forward. How high is it going to be in 2024, 2025, 2030? No one really has a clue. Those who would like it to be really high expect … [continued]
Tesla’s stock price and market cap are down considerably this year, on the back of slightly drooping sales (instead of 50% growth year over year), rumors of the more affordable Tesla being canceled, and a slow Cybertruck (and Semi) ramp-up. Tesla Full Self Driving (Supervised) has improved greatly with version … [continued]
Tesla is planning to send a team of people to scout for locations in India this month. The broad brush strokes of the upcoming discussions reportedly will affirm the company’s investment plans in the South Asia nation — including setting up a manufacturing facility and increasing purchases of auto parts … [continued]
Much recent discussion around Tesla has been about a lower-cost, smaller Tesla (“Model C” or “Model 2,” as it is often called). In particular, there was the shocking news that Tesla reportedly killed the project in order to focus on a Tesla robotaxi vehicle. It seems that the majority of … [continued]
Tesla’s Gigafactory Berlin is making headlines as it gears up to produce right-hand drive (RHD) vehicles for the Indian market—a first for the German plant. Traditionally, Tesla’s RHD production has been managed by Giga Shanghai, serving countries like Australia, Japan, and the United Kingdom. However, this strategic shift indicates that … [continued]
In the ever-evolving landscape of electric vehicles (EVs), Tesla stands tall as a beacon of innovation and brand loyalty. A recent survey conducted by Bloomberg Intelligence sheds light on the current state of the EV market, revealing fascinating trends and consumer preferences. Brand Retention Rates: Tesla Takes the Crown According … [continued]
We’re still in the early days of the Tesla Cybertruck. I’ve seen two in the wild. Ironically, they were Supercharging in exactly the same Supercharger spot, but they did have different drivers/owners. Right now, of course, most Cybertrucks are going to look the same, sporting a stainless steel exterior that … [continued]
