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Surprise: Auto Tariffs Are Still On The Table
- The unpredictability of automotive tariffs in the U.S. continues, with President Trump pledging to impose auto tariffs separately and possibly granting exemptions to certain trading partners importing vehicles.
- The FBI has issued a warning about violence and vandalism targeting Tesla vehicles and dealerships across multiple states, with attacks linked to political motivations.
- Tesla has paused the rollout of its Full Self-Driving software in China, citing regulatory approval and potential issues with compliance with local traffic laws.
- The pause in the FSD rollout in China could be due to challenges in complying with Chinese data laws and possible negotiation tactics amid the U.S.-China trade war.
- The increase in traded-in Teslas, likely influenced by Elon Musk's political involvement, has caused a surplus in supply, leading to a drop in used car values.
- Dealers are faced with decisions on how to handle the surplus of traded-in Teslas, including selling at a loss, sending cars to auction, or waiting for demand to pick up.
- The automotive industry remains uncertain amidst tariff talks, vandalism concerns, and software rollout challenges, creating a complex landscape for automakers and consumers alike.
- Tesla's situation reflects how EVs have become intertwined with personal and political beliefs, impacting consumer behavior and industry dynamics.
- The interactions between regulations, political influences, and global market conditions highlight the intricate challenges facing the automotive sector in navigating trade and technology dynamics.
- The evolving developments in auto tariffs, security alerts, and software deployments underscore the need for adaptability and strategic decision-making within the automotive ecosystem.
- As the automotive industry grapples with external pressures, including trade uncertainties and societal tensions, stakeholders face a landscape of shifting demands and regulatory complexities.
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Rivian EVs Get A New Purpose-Built Rooftop Tent
- Rivian has partnered with iKamper to introduce a new hard-shell rooftop tent designed specifically for its R1S and R1T electric vehicles.
- The Rivian x iKamper Skycamp Mini features locking mounting brackets compatible with Rivian's Adventure Key Set and blacked-out hardware.
- It is made from PFAS-free materials and comes with an aerodynamic hard shell, as well as iKamper's 'most deluxe' mattress.
- The tent is marketed as suitable for all four seasons, sleeps up to two people, and weighs 137 pounds. It retails for $4,595.
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Tesla Superchargers: GM, Ford, Rivian, and other EV brands with access
- In May 2023, Ford initiated a shift by securing access to the Tesla Supercharger network for its EV owners, leading other automakers like GM, Rivian, and Mercedes to follow suit.
- By the end of 2023, most major automakers had agreed to adopt Tesla's North American Charging Standard (NACS) and develop adapters for EV owners.
- Tesla's EV charging connector design led to Ford's collaboration in providing access to over 12,000 Superchargers in the U.S. and Canada and committing to NACS ports for future EVs.
- Other automakers such as Rivian, GM, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, and more have also embraced the shift towards the NACS charge port standard.
- The U.S. currently has more NACS ports than CCS ports publicly available, despite federal funding for CCS chargers buildout.
- Automakers like GM, Honda, Hyundai, and Volvo are offering adapters to access Tesla Superchargers, with plans to integrate NACS ports in upcoming EV models.
- Customers must download the Tesla app to pay for charging at Supercharger stations, and automakers like Mercedes and Nissan are enabling access to the network through adapters and NACS ports.
- Rivian began sending adapters to customers to access 15,000 Superchargers in North America, while Hyundai and Kia are providing free adapters to selected EV owners.
- Ford customers gained access to Tesla Superchargers in 2024 with ongoing adapter delivery delays, while GM updated software for EV compatibility and planned NACS charge ports in future models.
- Honda, Mercedes, Nissan, and Volvo/Polestar are among the automakers facilitating access to Tesla's Supercharger network for their EV customers through adapters and NACS ports.
- The article highlights the shift towards Tesla's NACS charge port standard and the growing adoption of Tesla's Supercharger network among various automotive brands as of March 25, 2025.
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Multiple explosives found at Tesla showroom in Austin, Texas
- Multiple incendiary devices were found at a Tesla showroom in Austin, Texas.
- The devices were discovered following an anonymous tip and were identified as designed for large-scale explosive violence.
- The devices were safely removed by the Austin Police Department Bomb Squad.
- The incident is part of a series of vandalism and arson cases linked to Tesla facilities and vehicles, leading to ongoing investigations.
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From spit to bankruptcy: the rise and fall of 23andMe
- Genetic testing firm 23andMe filed for bankruptcy, with the CEO stepping down after failed buyout attempts and a decline from its peak valuation of $5.8bn in 2021.
- The company initiated voluntary Chapter 11 proceedings to facilitate a sale process to maximize business value, assuring customers of no change in data management amidst past data breach incidents.
- Customers are left wondering about the fate of the genetic data collected by 23andMe over the years, as the company's promise of personalized medicine based on genetic code remains unfulfilled.
- Meanwhile, Nvidia unveiled new powerful chips enhancing AI computing capacity, with developments hinting at a future fusion of AI and robotics, exemplified by a Disney-partnered robot showcased at the conference.
- As AI companies venture into agentic models and anticipation grows for artificial general intelligence, the tech landscape is gearing up for the convergence of advanced AI capabilities with robotics.
- On the entertainment front, AI is being utilized to create short-form fiction for platforms like Instagram, where creators blend human storytelling with AI-generated imagery to engage audiences in novel ways.
- Artists raise concerns over the use of AI in art production, citing intellectual property issues, as seen in the Atlantic's tool for authors to check pirated content and legal battles surrounding AI models trained on copyrighted material.
- Despite debates over AI's impact on creative industries, AI-enabled creators like @HolyFool36 on Instagram are leveraging technology to rapidly produce and share fictional content, opening new avenues for serialized storytelling.
- From 23andMe's bankruptcy to the intersection of AI and robotics, tech developments continue to shape various sectors, highlighting the evolving landscape of innovation, data privacy concerns, and the transformative power of artificial intelligence.
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EV Charging Startup Revel Launches California Expansion
- Revel, an electric mobility startup, has opened its first EV charging station in California, in San Francisco's Mission neighborhood.
- The charging hub offers 12 320-kilowatt plugs and plans to open 125 more chargers in the San Francisco Bay Area in the next 12 months.
- Revel aims to build urban fast charging that all EV drivers can rely on, with the goal to accelerate EV adoption and rideshare electrification.
- Revel operates 88 chargers across five locations in New York City and plans to expand with 300 chargers in the city by the end of 2025.
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Tesla just got even more bad news from Europe
- Tesla's sales in Europe have dropped by 42% this year, selling just under 27,000 vehicles compared to over 46,000 last year.
- The decline in sales comes amid protests, boycott calls, and instances of vandalism due to Elon Musk's involvement in DOGE and political interventions.
- Tesla's sales decline is in contrast to the overall rise in EV sales, which increased by 28.4% in Europe in the first two months of the year.
- Chinese EV giant BYD surpassed Tesla in revenue for the first time, reporting 777 billion yuan compared to Tesla's $97.7 billion.
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Canaccord reaffirms Tesla’s price target of $404 after Giga Texas visit
- Canaccord Genuity reaffirmed its price target of $404 for Tesla after a visit to Gigafactory Texas. The investment firm sees an optimistic future for Tesla in the long term despite near-term headwinds.
- Canaccord analysts reiterated its “Buy” rating for TSLA stock and revised Tesla’s Q1 2025 delivery estimates from ~331,000 vehicles to ~362,000 units. The firm’s first-quarter delivery estimates for Tesla reveal its optimistic take on the company’s future, even though it is still below the consensus estimate of ~417,000 vehicles.
- Canaccord analysts recently visited Tesla Giga Texas and left with optimism for the American electric vehicle (EV) maker. They highlighted Tesla’s progress with Full Self-Driving and mentioned that Tesla’s robotaxi services will launch in Austin in the summer.
- Canaccord Genuity reflects Elon Musk’s recent stock market advice during the Tesla All-Hands keynote. Musk advised investors to invest in companies with products they love, highlighting that Tesla has a few great products and will continue to launch more.
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Musk, Tesla, Trump Proudly Basking in the Swamp
- Tesla CEO Elon Musk's political engagements have sparked controversies and a backlash, negatively impacting shareholder portfolios.
- Musk's alignment with the alt-right and close collaboration with the Trump administration have raised concerns among Tesla's liberal-leaning customer base.
- The backlash includes protests, boycotts, and a decline in Tesla's stock, leading to a notable public relations challenge.
- Musk's political entanglements have impacted Tesla's financial performance, with the company's stock dropping more than 50% and struggling with sales in key markets.
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SpaceX’s Starlink dish with Gigabit Speeds leaves EU scrambling to catch up
- SpaceX is developing a new Starlink dish that will offer customers gigabit internet speeds.
- The European Union is trying to catch up to Starlink's current internet services.
- The EU is considering alternatives to SpaceX's Starlink, but currently lacks companies that can match its constellation.
- SpaceX may launch the Starlink gigabit dish later this year, pending necessary upgrades and FCC clearance.
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Hyundai EV Owners: Your Tesla NACS Adapters Are Coming Soon
- Hyundai EVs can now utilize over 20,000 Tesla Supercharging stations.
- Hyundai will provide free automaker-authorized adapters to eligible customers for using Tesla Supercharging stations.
- Owners of older Hyundai EV models using the Combined Charging System (CCS) port will be able to access Superchargers after receiving the NACS-to-CCS adapter.
- Hyundai Motor Group is ahead of the curve in transitioning to the NACS plug standard.
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Alef's Model A — a single-seater 'retro' flying car — is 1 step closer to taking to the skies
- Alef Aeronautics has signed an agreement with aerospace companies PUCARA Aero and MYC to build its road-legal flying car, Model A.
- Model A is an all-electric car capable of vertical takeoff and landing. The chassis can rotate 90 degrees to become a fixed wing for aerodynamic flight.
- The single-seater Model A will have a road range of 200 miles and a flying range of 110 miles. It will cost $299,999.
- Only pilots with a Private Pilot License (PPL), Commercial Pilot License (CPL), or Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) will be able to fly the Model A.
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BYD revenue rises 29% to over $100 billion, glowing spirals from Space X rocket sighted
- Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD reported annual revenue for 2024 of 777 billion yuan ($107bn), surpassing Tesla's reported revenue of $97.7bn.
- Uber launched autonomous taxis in Austin, Texas and plans to bring similar technology to London.
- A large glowing spiral seen in the UK was likely caused by frozen exhaust smoke from SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket.
- UK technology secretary urges opponents of new AI copyright regime not to resist change; Australian authors sue Meta (parent company of Facebook and Instagram) for alleged copyright infringement.
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Cathie Wood: BYD cars are 'fabulous,' but Tesla is still competitive
- Cathie Wood of Ark Invest believes Tesla's cars are still very competitive, especially in metrics like range and power for a given price.
- She also stated that Chinese automaker BYD's cars are fabulous.
- BYD's revenue outpaced Tesla's in 2020 and it recently revealed chargers that are four times more powerful.
- Wood is confident in Tesla's ability to fend off rivals like BYD, especially considering the additional value from its work in autonomous driving.
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Tesla Is In Freefall In Europe. EV Sales Still Went Up In February
- European EV sales have been on the rise in the first two months of the year despite a significant drop in Tesla registrations.
- EV registrations in the EU, EFTA and UK increased by 31.4% compared to the same period last year, while Tesla saw a 42.6% decline.
- In the European Union, overall EV sales went up by 28.4% in January-February, but Tesla's numbers dropped by 49% year-over-year.
- EVs now account for 15.2% of the total market share in the EU, while Tesla's market share slipped from 21.6% in 2024 to 10.3% in 2025.
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