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Kia gains Tesla Supercharger access and issues a big apology
- Kia owners of the EV6, EV9, and Niro EVs now have access to over 21,500 Tesla Supercharger locations in North America.
- Kia apologized to Tesla for certain distributors' social media posts mocking Elon Musk and Tesla.
- Kia EV drivers can now utilize more than 40,000 DC fast chargers, significantly increasing charging accessibility.
- Kia will provide an NACS adapter for Tesla's CCS1 Charging Port, but future models will come with NACS inlets to eliminate the need for an adapter.
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Now Kia EVs can use Tesla’s Superchargers
- Kia EV owners in North America now have access to Tesla Superchargers, with over 21,500 stalls available.
- Access to Superchargers was initially delayed but has now been granted, allowing Kia EVs to use the charging infrastructure.
- The announcement coincides with the introduction of the refreshed Kia EV6 model, which will feature a Tesla-style NACS port.
- Current Kia EV owners can use a CCS1-to-NACS adapter or the Kia Access app to start a charging session and check Supercharger locations.
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Tesla adds new child protection feature to mobile app
- Tesla has introduced a new child protection feature to its mobile app, aimed at preventing accidents involving children left unattended in the vehicle.
- The feature utilizes a wave sensor within the cabin to detect passengers left behind and alerts vehicle owners through the app.
- With the new update, if a child or occupant is detected in the car, climate controls will be disabled through the app to maintain a safe cabin temperature.
- This feature enhances the safety of occupants and helps prevent incidents of leaving children in vehicles.
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Elon Musk Sends Clear Message to Investors as Tesla Flounders
- Elon Musk announced to investors that he'll be taking a step back from his work with DOGE and will focus more on Tesla.
- Despite investor concerns, Musk's reassurance and the stock gaining momentum, some believe the brand damage caused by Musk in the White House will stain Tesla's reputation.
- Musk plans to allocate more time and focus on Tesla starting in May, while his special government status was already set to end on May 30.
- Tesla's troubling Q1 earnings report revealed a 71% drop in profit and a 12.9% decline in sales compared to Q1 of 2024.
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Tesla FSD ruins other intelligent driving systems for NIO Superfan influencer
- Tesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) is impressing owners in China, outperforming other intelligent driving systems from domestic automakers.
- Chinese influencer and NIO superfan Andy Lee expressed disappointment with the 'driving assistance' offered by domestic brands after experiencing FSD's capabilities.
- As Tesla's fleet grows, FSD is expected to improve further, potentially becoming a competitive advantage for the company.
- Tesla plans to roll out FSD Unsupervised to consumers by the end of this year, with a focus on ensuring it is meaningfully safer than manual driving.
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Tesla engineer explains the brake system improvements in the new Model Y Juniper
- Tesla launched the new Model Y, codenamed Juniper, with improvements in the brake system.
- The new Model Y features a brand new brake system with two master cylinders to address an engineering flaw in the previous generation.
- The brake pedal in the new Model Y remains in the same position when the car is self-driving and self-braking, allowing for a more consistent experience.
- The new brake system is expected to be integrated into other Tesla vehicles, including the upcoming Model S and Model X refresh.
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Tesla owner-investor buys Model Y after receiving Nazi-themed mail
- A TSLA investor purchased her fifth Tesla, a Model Y, after receiving a threatening, Nazi-themed card at her home.
- The investor, Alexandra Merz, reported the incident to the FBI and expressed her support for Elon Musk and Tesla.
- Merz bought the Model Y in Ultra Red, announcing her motivation to stand up for Tesla and Musk.
- She criticized the ongoing attacks on Tesla and its employees and questioned the motives behind such actions.
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Tesla owner-investor stands ground after receiving Nazi-themed mail, welcomes new Model Y
- A TSLA investor stands her ground after receiving a threatening, Nazi-themed card at her home.
- The investor, Alexandra Merz, reported the incident to the FBI and remains motivated to support Elon Musk and his ventures.
- Merz recently purchased a new Ultra Red Model Y, emphasizing her continued support for Tesla.
- Both Merz and Musk have spoken out against the ongoing attacks and expressed their commitment to the company.
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Trump’s tariff exemptions for car parts bring mixed relief to automakers
- Trump's expected tariff exemptions for car parts aim to ease the burden of trade policies disrupting the auto sector.
- The exemptions will spare car parts from duties targeting Chinese imports, steel, and aluminum. However, existing tariffs on foreign-made cars and imported car parts will remain.
- Automakers are grappling with compliance to auto tariffs while maintaining car prices and supply chains. Tesla and Ford have already adjusted their strategies in response to tariffs.
- The partial exemptions offer a reprieve for automakers relying on global supply chains, but the challenges of rising car prices and supply chain disruptions persist.
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Donald Trump shares thoughts on Elon Musk’s DOGE step back
- Elon Musk announced he would be stepping back from DOGE's daily operations starting in May.
- Musk's decision was positively received by TSLA investors as the company's stock rose.
- US President Donald Trump praised Musk's contributions to DOGE and noted the unfair backlash against Tesla.
- Trump commended Musk's initiatives and referred to him as a great patriot.
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Tesla trails Volkswagen in Q1 EV sales, Model Y still on top
- Volkswagen surpassed Tesla in Q1 2025 EV sales in Europe.
- Volkswagen sold 65,679 battery EVs, while Tesla sold 53,237 in the same period.
- Despite losing the overall lead, Tesla's Model Y and Model 3 remain the top two in Europe's battery EV registrations.
- Tesla's Model Y registrations dropped 43% in March, but the Model 3 increased 1% in Q1.
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SpaceX’s Starbase nears city status with voter support
- SpaceX's Starbase, located in Texas, is on the verge of becoming the nation's newest municipality.
- The voting process is underway to determine whether Starbase will incorporate into a space-age city.
- The proposed city would cover an area of 1.5 square miles and potentially house 3,500 SpaceX employees.
- The outcome of the vote is expected to favor establishing Starbase as a municipality and support SpaceX's mission to travel to Mars.
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VW has overtaken Tesla as Europe's top EV seller
- Volkswagen has overtaken Tesla as Europe's top EV seller in the first quarter of 2025.
- VW EV registrations increased by over 150%, while Tesla's registrations dropped by 38% in the same period.
- Despite losing the top spot, Tesla's Model Y and Model 3 remain the two most-registered EVs in Europe.
- Battery EVs accounted for 16.9% of all total car registrations in March, setting a record high.
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Tesla regains Piper Sandler’s confidence with Robotaxi plans & Q1 Results
- Piper Sandler reaffirms its optimism for Tesla following Q1 2025 earnings call.
- Despite expectations of weak Q1 financials, Tesla's stock rises in after-hours trading.
- Tesla's commitment to launching Robotaxi and affordable vehicles boosts investor confidence.
- Piper Sandler and Wedbush reaffirm bullish outlook for Tesla, reflecting trust in Musk's vision.
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Federal workers aren't sure if Elon Musk is done with DOGE — but they hope they're done with '5 bullets' emails
- Elon Musk announced his plans to step back from DOGE to focus more on Tesla.
- Federal workers hope they will no longer have to send Musk's weekly 'What did you do last week' email.
- The possibility of Musk stepping back has sparked both hope and skepticism among federal workers.
- Musk is legally limited to working for the Trump administration for 130 days a year as a special government employee.
- Some federal workers doubt Musk will relinquish his influence, citing concerns about his access to sensitive government information.
- Musk's actions have had a significant impact on the federal workforce, causing anxiety and concern among employees.
- DOGE's mass firings of 'low performers' under Musk's leadership have been criticized for their handling and impact on workers.
- Federal workers express hope that Musk's departure could lead to the end of the burdensome 'five bullets' email routine.
- Despite Musk's pledge to scale back involvement, he plans to dedicate some time to government matters as long as it benefits the president.
- The possible restructuring in DOGE coincides with Tesla's declining first-quarter earnings, prompting Musk to reconsider his role in government.
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