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A part-time Uber driver who earned $24,000 last year explains how he thinks a ukulele and an EV earned him more tips
- Engaging with passengers and sparking conversations by playing the ukulele and owning an EV has helped Uber driver Gabe Ets-Hokin earn more tips.
- In 2023, Ets-Hokin's average tip amount increased to $1.19 from $1.05 in 2022, and it further increased to $1.24 in 2024, accounting for about 19% of his earnings.
- Consistent interaction with passengers and having a unique EV have led to more conversations and tips.
- Despite his efforts, Ets-Hokin highlights that not all passengers are open to conversations and some riders forget to tip.
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Gunshots, Molotov cocktails, and graffiti: Police make arrests and investigate as anti-Tesla vandalism continues
- Police are investigating gunshots at a Tesla store in Oregon.
- The incident is the latest in a series of vandalism against Tesla showrooms in Oregon.
- Several arrests have been made related to the ongoing anti-Tesla protests.
- There is an increase in anti-Tesla vandalism incidents across the US.
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Tesla contract with Baltimore paused after city ‘decided to go in a different direction’
- Baltimore has paused its $5 million contract with Tesla for a fleet of electric vehicles.
- The City of Baltimore decided to go in a different direction and is currently evaluating offerings from various OEMs.
- No Tesla units have been ordered or added to Baltimore's fleet.
- The contract, which was set to run until 2027, has not been officially canceled but the city has returned to purchasing Ford's Mustang Mach-Es.
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Tesla at risk of 95% crash, claims billionaire hedge fund manager
- Tesla stock could potentially drop as much as 95% due to concerns surrounding its CEO, according to billionaire hedge fund manager Christer Gardell.
- Gardell believes Tesla is overvalued as a car company and questions the high market value it has obtained, considering its energy business expansion and foray into AI.
- The hedge fund manager warns about the speculative nature of the stock market, highlighting that the crash could happen anytime due to heavy speculation and lack of concern for share value.
- Gardell views U.S. stocks as significantly overpriced, promoting European stocks as a more attractive option for investors.
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Elon Musk Loses $102 Billion in 2 Months as Tesla Stock Plummets
- Elon Musk has lost $102 billion this year with Tesla's falling stock price.
- Despite the setback, Musk remains the world’s richest person.
- Tesla's stock has fallen 35% this year, erasing over $400 billion from its market value.
- The decline is linked to Musk's political activities and concerns about his divided attention.
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Tesla store shooting incident under investigation
- Oregon police are investigating a shooting incident at a Tesla store in Tigard, Oregon.
- The incident occurred on March 6, with at least 7 shots fired, damaging 3 cars and shattering windows.
- No one was injured as the incident took place overnight when the property was unoccupied.
- Tesla locations have been targeted recently, with arson attacks reported in France and the US.
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How the Latest U.S. Tariffs on Canada and Mexico Are Impacting Tesla
- President Trump's 25% tariff on Mexican imports and Canada's retaliatory measures have impacted Tesla's supply chain, production costs, and market competitiveness.
- Tesla heavily relies on Mexican imports for over 20% of its vehicle components, including battery materials, electronics, interior components, and structural elements.
- The increased tariffs are expected to raise Tesla's production costs, potentially resulting in higher vehicle prices or tighter profit margins.
- Canada's 25% tariff on U.S. imports, including electric vehicles, could make Tesla cars more expensive in Canada, potentially slowing down sales in the region.
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Elon Musk's wealth tanks by $102 billion in 2 months as Tesla stock hits the skids
- Elon Musk's net worth has tumbled by $102 billion this year due to a plunge in Tesla stock.
- The Tesla and SpaceX CEO's wealth has dropped about 24% to $330 billion.
- Tesla stock has been hit by sales declines, political aversion to Musk, and distraction concerns.
- Musk is still comfortably the world's richest person, with a roughly $108 billion lead over second-place Jeff Bezos, despite being the biggest wealth loser this year.
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Tesla vs. BYD: Engineers take apart EV batteries to see what’s inside
- A team of researchers took apart Tesla and BYD electric vehicle batteries to analyze their structures and performance.
- The study revealed key differences between Tesla's 4680 battery cell and BYD's Blade battery cell. Tesla focuses on high energy storage and performance, while BYD focuses on space efficiency and cost reduction.
- BYD's battery was found to be more efficient in managing heat, which is crucial for safety and long-term use.
- Both companies use laser welding to connect their electrode foils, and despite their differences, they have similar percentages of passive components.
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Dogecoin Payments On X: Cardano Founder Offers Elon Musk Bitcoin Roadmap For Implementation
- Cardano Founder Charles Hoskinson hints at possibility of Dogecoin payment option on X, offering Elon Musk his Bitcoin roadmap for implementation.
- Hoskinson sees potential for DOGE to become a standard currency on X and proposes integrating Dogecoin payments into the platform.
- Musk has shown interest in DOGE and previously hinted at digital asset payments on X, leading to speculation about the meme coin being a contender for payment option.
- Hoskinson's proposal faces criticism from some community members who question the choice of Dogecoin over Cardano for X's payment infrastructure.
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Elon Musk companies under scrutiny in the EU
- Elon Musk-led companies, including SpaceX, Tesla, X, xAI, and Neuralink, are under scrutiny in the EU.
- Germany's Green EU lawmaker requested a detailed list of EU funding allocated to Elon Musk's companies in the past five years.
- European companies are preparing for Trump's upcoming tariffs and are scrambling to adapt their operations in North America.
- Europe is investigating the EU funding provided to Musk's companies as a negotiation tactic with the Trump administration.
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Uber and Lyft drivers with Teslas don't want to talk about Elon Musk
- Uber and Lyft drivers with Teslas are hesitant to talk about Elon Musk with passengers, as they don't want to discuss politics and potentially impact their tips.
- Passengers often mention Elon Musk during rides, and drivers navigate these conversations carefully to keep riders happy and maintain good ratings.
- Uber and Lyft drivers receive fewer tips compared to other platforms, and a low driver rating may affect their ability to get passengers and earn rewards.
- Many drivers remain neutral when asked about Elon Musk, and adjust their responses based on the riders' opinions to ensure a better rating.
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Tesla lands tax abatement for Texas Megapack factory
- Tesla has received approval for a tax abatement in Texas to build a factory for its Megapack utility-scale storage product.
- The final approval is contingent on an agreement with city authorities.
- The tax abatement covers two phases, including improvements to the manufacturing facility and installation of Megapack manufacturing equipment.
- The total investment for the improvements and equipment is approximately $194 million.
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Starship Flight 8: SpaceX nails Super Heavy booster catch but loses upper stage
- SpaceX successfully recovered the Super Heavy booster during the eighth Starship test flight.
- However, the Starship upper stage experienced a rapid unscheduled disassembly during its ascent.
- The Super Heavy booster achieved its third successful catch, marking progress in reusing the rocket's first stage.
- SpaceX will review the data from the flight test to understand the cause of the upper stage failure and improve Starship's reliability.
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Elon Musk seemingly confirms Cybertruck gift to 13-year-old cancer fighter
- Elon Musk confirms gifting a Tesla Cybertruck to 13-year-old cancer fighter.
- Devarjaye “DJ” Daniel, a Houston boy fighting brain cancer, asked Musk for a Cybertruck.
- Musk responded positively to the request and confirmed it on Twitter.
- DJ was recognized as an honorary Secret Service member by President Donald Trump during a speech.
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