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Tesla FSD V12.4 with no nags seemingly starts rolling out to employees
- Tesla has started the rollout of FSD V12.4 to employees, including vision-based attention monitoring and removal of steering wheel nags.
- The update was included in the 2024.9.5 release, which also introduced new Autopilot suspension systems.
- The driver monitoring system now primarily relies on the cabin camera to determine driver attentiveness.
- Improper usage of Full Self-Driving (Supervised) will result in suspension and the feature will be unavailable for approximately one week.
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You Can't Play Steam Games In Your New Tesla Anymore
- Tesla is removing Steam support from its vehicles.
- Newer Tesla Model S and Model X cars won't be able to use Steam.
- The decision will not affect existing cars that were previously compatible with Steam.
- The use case of playing video games in a parked Tesla car seems inconvenient and unnecessary.
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GM CEO Says Electric Car Issues Are 'Absolutely' In The Past
- GM CEO Mary Barra says the biggest challenges of the Ultium revolution are in the past.
- GM intends to launch its all-electric future push this year with the Chevrolet Silverado EV RST and the Chevrolet Equinox EV.
- Barra is hopeful that there will be no oversupply of EVs, and customers can be convinced without fire-sale price cuts.
- Kia America COO Steve Center opines that demand from early adopter EV users has already been met, and the automaker needs to appeal to 'intellectually curious' and risk-averse buyers.
- In addition to EVs, Kia is working on new hybrid engines for its models that will improve on power, torque, and fuel economy compared with the existing ones.
- Mercedes EQS is struggling to gain popularity with customers, due to reduced air resistance and aerodynamics that sacrificed the standing three-point star on the hood.
- The cost of purchasing a one-year-old EQS is almost 48% lower than the average new price, according to a study by US auto search portal iSeeCars.
- Authors caution automakers to tread carefully when electrifying popular models to avoid compromising their heritage and turn off hesitant customers.
- Pro-hybrid advocates express skepticism on the big bet on PHEVs. People may not charge them, leading to more gas use and emissions.
- GM encountered quality issues in 2023, but Barra says they are behind us now.
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Tesla cars end support for PC video gaming
- Tesla has ended support for PC video gaming in its latest Model S and Model X vehicles.
- PC game support was introduced in a beta update to Tesla's operating system in December 2022.
- The removal of Steam support was notified to Tesla owners in a recent software update.
- The gaming capability was limited to when the car was parked and not in motion.
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Neuralink’s first patient pondering ways to support himself and his family
- Neuralink's first human patient, Noland Arbaugh, is looking for ways to support himself and his family after receiving the brain implant.
- Thanks to his Neuralink implant, Arbaugh can manipulate tech devices with his mind and is now proficient in using computers.
- Arbaugh posted a poll on social media, seeking advice on how to provide for himself long-term and build a house for his family.
- Elon Musk suggested that Arbaugh explore options such as monetizing his accounts and streaming, with other users suggesting speaking tours and other activities.
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Tesla Celebrates 3,000,000th Electric Car Produced In Fremont
- Tesla's cumulative production of electric cars in Fremont, California, reached three million units as of May 18, 2024.
- The Tesla Factory in Fremont is responsible for half of all Tesla EVs ever produced.
- The factory produces four electric car models: Model S, Model X, Model 3, and Model Y.
- The production rate at the Tesla Factory in Fremont is better than estimated earlier this year.
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Copper mining could be a bottleneck in switch to green energy
- Copper mining could be a bottleneck in the switch to green energy.
- The amount of copper needed for renewable energy infrastructure and electric vehicles exceeds what mining companies can produce.
- The permitting process for mining companies takes around 20 years on average, contributing to the shortfall.
- Researchers suggest focusing on manufacturing hybrid vehicles and considering the allocation of copper for the energy transition.
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Tesla Layoffs Continue With Another 600 Jobs In California
- Tesla is cutting another 600 jobs in California across multiple departments.
- The layoff comes as Tesla faces falling sales, intense competition, and waning consumer demand for electric vehicles.
- Last month, Tesla announced its biggest-ever round of layoffs, affecting over 10 percent of its global workforce.
- Tesla's stock price has tumbled about 30 percent this year amid ongoing restructuring and revenue drop.
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Tesla’s Elon Musk considering building EV plant in Indonesia: official
- Elon Musk is considering building an electric vehicle plant in Indonesia, according to Luhut Pandjaitan, the coordinating minister of investment.
- During a meeting with Indonesian President Joko Widodo, officials pitched the idea of a Tesla facility and Musk expressed interest.
- Indonesia also proposed the idea of an AI center and a SpaceX launchpad to Musk.
- Indonesian officials have been seeking investments from Musk's companies, particularly in relation to the country's rich nickel deposits.
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General Motors' Plug-In Hybrids Are Coming Back To The U.S. In 2027
- General Motors (GM) is planning to reintroduce plug-in hybrids in the United States in 2027, in response to new federal vehicle emissions regulations and concerns about demand for full EVs.
- The decision to bring back plug-in hybrids while continuing to develop its EV portfolio is driven by regulatory considerations and providing consumers with more options.
- GM will still proceed with its all-electric vehicle plans, including the launch of the Chevrolet Equinox EV, Chevrolet Silverado EV, and more affordable versions of its EV lineup.
- The last plug-in hybrid offered by GM in North America was the Chevrolet Volt, which was discontinued in 2019. The specific plug-in hybrid models that will be available in the U.S. in 2027 have not been announced.
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Tesla's chair confirms she's had tough conversations about Elon Musk's unexpected social-media posts
- Tesla's chair, Robyn Denholm, admits to having tough conversations with CEO Elon Musk over his social media posts.
- Denholm wishes Twitter, now known as X, didn't exist and defends Musk as a 'contrarian' who attracts controversy.
- Denholm became Tesla's chair in 2018 after Musk's settlement with the SEC over his 'funding secured' tweet.
- Tesla is currently seeking to get shareholders to vote in favor of reapproving Musk's $55 billion pay package.
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Ford Dreams up Frunk with Screen for Insane Tailgating
- Ford has filed a patent for a retractable frunk-mounted screen for tailgating and camping activities.
- The screen would rise out of a housing in the frunk and could be used in combination with a projector.
- This follows previous patent filings by Ford for tailgating-friendly features like fold-out tables and Bluetooth speakers.
- It is unclear if these features will be included in future updates of Ford's electric vehicles.
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It turns out even more EV renters have been charged for petrol
- A growing number of Hertz customers in the US have alleged they were charged “refuelling” fees after renting an electric vehicle.
- Customers have claimed to be charged refuelling fees after hiring EVs through Hertz, despite the vehicles running on battery power.
- Hertz issued refunds to some customers after incorrect refuelling charges were brought to their attention.
- There are no similar reports of EV renters being charged for refuelling in Australia.
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The Magnificent 7 companies are worth a combined $14 trillion; here's how much their CEOs make
- The "Magnificent Seven" companies—Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Tesla—are valued at nearly $14 trillion, with their CEOs earning substantial compensation.
- Tim Cook of Apple received $63.2 million last year, while Microsoft’s Satya Nadella earned $48.5 million. Nvidia's Jensen Huang got $34.2 million, and Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg $24.4 million, despite his $1 base salary.
- Sundar Pichai of Alphabet made $8.8 million, and Amazon’s Andy Jassy $1.3 million, with higher realized compensation from vested shares. Elon Musk’s $56 billion pay package was recently challenged, with his wealth primarily from Tesla shares.
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SpaceX’s Starlink arrives in the Republic of Fiji
- SpaceX's Starlink has expanded to the 300+ islands in the Republic of Fiji.
- Starlink was granted a license to provide internet services in Fiji.
- Starlink's expansion in Fiji aligns with the goal of implementing a competitive market for internet services.
- Indonesia is the most recent country to receive SpaceX's Starlink internet connections.
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