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Tesla India partners with Tata Group on local supply chain: Rumor
- Tesla India is partnering with Tata Group companies, including Tata AutoComp, Tata Consultancy Services, Tata Technologies, and Tata Electronics, to establish a local supply chain and domestic parts production.
- The partnership aims to discuss the possibility of developing facilities in India near Tata Group's manufacturing factories.
- Tesla and Tata Group are considering producing components like castings, forgings, electronics, and fabrication items in India.
- Tesla may be seeking stronger ties in India to benefit from tax advantages, financial incentives, and potential reduction in import duties.
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Elon Musk Has a Plan to Curb Tesla Store Car Vandals - But There’s a Catch
- Tesla has enabled Sentry Mode on all its showroom vehicles to combat vandalism against its inventories.
- Sentry Mode uses cameras and sensors to monitor surroundings, and initiates responses like pulsing headlights, alarm, and recording footage.
- Recent acts of Tesla vandalism have been associated with public protest against Elon Musk's work as an advisor to President Trump.
- Tesla is facing challenges with vandalism, declining stock, and low consumer interest, but the company has overcome similar situations in the past.
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Tesla diner’s latest progress includes solar canopies, more charging
- Tesla's LA diner, drive-in theater, and Supercharger project is nearing completion.
- Recent progress update shows the addition of solar canopies and nearly completed front parking lot area.
- Tesla is still working on installing solar canopies and paving the parking lot.
- Tesla has not announced an opening date for the diner and Supercharger yet.
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Tesla Superchargers were over 10 times as reliable as these rivals
- A recent study found that Tesla's Superchargers and Rivian's Adventure Network (RAN) were significantly more reliable compared to other electric vehicle (EV) charging networks.
- According to the study, Tesla's Superchargers had a reported issue rate of 4% per charging session, while Rivian's network had a reported issue rate of 5%.
- In contrast, Shell Recharge users faced the most issues with a reported problem rate of 48% per charging session.
- The study emphasized the need for charging networks to improve reliability and performance for better EV charging experiences.
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The Guardian view on China's EV breakthrough: helped by the kind of strategic state Elon Musk despises | Editorial
- Chinese EV manufacturer BYD has unveiled new charging technology that can deliver 400km of driving range in just five minutes, quadrupling Tesla's charging rate.
- China's technological advance in the EV industry can be attributed to its strategic approach, protecting domestic industries, acquiring foreign technology, and using tariffs, subsidies, and state investment.
- China's dominance in EVs gives it the power to set the rules and shape the future of the technology, while receiving substantial government subsidies, unlike Tesla.
- In addition to the shift towards electric cars, we need to question whether we need fewer car journeys and explore alternative transportation options like high-speed rail.
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Tesla Insurance Rates Could Rise as Anti-Musk-Driven Vandalism Spreads
- Tesla insurance rates may rise due to increasing incidents of anti-Musk-driven vandalism targeting Tesla vehicles.
- Vandalism against Teslas has escalated recently, linked to CEO Elon Musk's polarizing political activities.
- Activists opposed to Musk's actions are targeting Tesla cars with spray paint, window shattering, and even setting vehicles on fire.
- Online forums and social media have amplified sentiments leading to more frequent and destructive Tesla vandalism incidents.
- Insurers fear a surge in vandalism claims, potentially resulting in higher premiums or blacklisting Tesla owners.
- Insurance analysts suggest that rates for comprehensive coverage on Tesla vehicles could rise if vandalism continues to increase.
- Even before the recent vandalism wave, Tesla owners were paying high premiums, with costs comparable to ultra-luxury brands.
- Tesla's specialized repair process contributes to higher costs, making insurance claims more expensive and leading to higher premiums.
- Some insurers may consider blacklisting Teslas if vandalism claims keep rising, similar to what happened with certain Hyundai and Kia models in the past.
- Tesla owners facing rising insurance costs may have limited options, including considering Tesla's in-house insurance program or preventative measures like additional security cameras.
- The situation for Tesla owners may mirror what Hyundai and Kia owners experienced previously, with vandalism incidents impacting insurance rates and ownership costs.
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Tesla’s Giga Berlin director responds to anti-Musk criticism
- Tesla's head of manufacturing for Giga Berlin, Andre Thierig, responded to questions about Elon Musk's political alignment with Donald Trump and struggling sales in Germany.
- Thierig emphasized that Tesla remains focused on making great vehicles and does not position itself politically.
- Regarding recent vandalism and protests, Giga Berlin has improved its network for sharing relevant information and will take action if necessary.
- Thierig stated that Tesla's decline in February sales in Germany was due to the shift in production to the refreshed Model Y, and the factory is now ramping up production.
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Episode 503: Tesla Reportedly Readying a Smaller, Cheaper Model Y
- Tesla is reportedly planning a smaller version of the Model Y.
- A software update allows Tesla owners to check their car's battery health.
- The Cybercab is moving closer to operating on public streets in California.
- Tesla has reintroduced its referral program, offering discounts on Model 3, Model Y, Cybertruck, Model S, and Model X.
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Why Britain Won't Allow Tesla's Self-Driving Car Software
- The Department for Transport (DfT) has disallowed most of Tesla’s driver-assist features, which allow the driver to remain hands-off as the vehicle performs normal driving duties.
- DfT officials raised concerns over Tesla’s automation features, citing safety reasons and raising the issue of potential new safety risks.
- Tesla's original plans for Full Self-Driving features, allowing vehicles to become almost fully autonomous, have been significantly watered down.
- The UK government wants Tesla to introduce driver assistance features in phases and prioritize safety as a crucial factor in reducing accidents.
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Will.i.am says he invested in Tesla before Elon Musk became CEO — but missed out on Airbnb
- Musician will.i.am revealed that he invested in Tesla before Elon Musk became CEO in 2008.
- He regrets turning down the chance to be an early backer of Airbnb due to his luxury hospitality standards.
- Tesla's stock has significantly increased since its IPO in 2010, with a record high of about $480 in December 2020.
- will.i.am previously invested in Twitter but sold his shares when co-founder Jack Dorsey left.
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U.S. Secret Service in talks on armored cars with this automaker
- The U.S. Secret Service is discussing the potential supply of armored SUVs with an automaker.
- Director Sean Curran met with executives from General Motors (GM) to discuss advancements for the next generation of armored SUVs.
- The agency aims to constantly explore new innovations and improvements for its fleet of protective vehicles.
- Specific costs, dates, and the automaker involved in the talks have not been disclosed yet.
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Tesla Powerwalls to help expand Virtual Power Plant in Colorado
- Tesla's Powerwalls to help expand Virtual Power Plant in Colorado.
- Tesla partners with Xcel Energy and Itron to expand the Renewable Battery Connect program.
- Itron's IntelliFLEX platform will integrate with Tesla's Powerwall management system.
- The collaboration aims to increase the number of batteries used during peak demand and support the grid with renewable energy.
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Crypto Supervillain Lazarus Group Now Owns More Bitcoin Than Elon Musk’s Tesla
- Crypto supervillain Lazarus Group, backed by the North Korean state, has stolen billions from the crypto industry, including a recent record-breaking $1.5 billion from Bybit.
- Lazarus Group now owns 13,332 BTC, valued at $1.12 billion, surpassing Elon Musk's Tesla in Bitcoin holdings by 15%.
- In a recent hack, Lazarus Group drained $1.46 billion from Bybit and converted most of the stolen funds into Bitcoin. Tesla, on the other hand, still holds 11,509 BTC worth $969 million.
- The distinction between the two comes as there are calls for increased Bitcoin adoption among nation-states and public companies, prompted by Elon Musk's bullish view on crypto.
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Tesla quietly added this extra Sentry Mode feature to deter vandals
- Tesla has added a new feature to its Sentry Mode to deter vandals.
- The new feature plays music at maximum volume when the vehicle's cameras detect activity.
- It is currently available on the Cybertruck, but it is unclear if it will be expanded to other Tesla models.
- Tesla is increasing security measures at its stores and considering making vehicles automatically honk at people who come near or touch the vehicle.
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Tesla owner harassed by anti-Musk driver in disturbing encounter
- A Tesla owner from Lynnwood, WA was verbally harassed by another driver.
- The incident was recorded through Tesla's built-in dashcam feature.
- The mother reported that the aggressive driver demanded her to sell the car and called it a 'Nazi car.'
- This incident reflects a rise in hostility towards Tesla drivers and facilities.
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