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Select Tesla Model S/X to receive free battery seal upgrade for better flood resistance
- Select Tesla Model S and Model X vehicles are in line to receive upgraded parts for their high-voltage battery seal system to improve flood resistance.
- Tesla is offering a proactive upgrade to certain Model S and Model X owners at no cost, aiming to enhance seal integrity over time and improve battery performance and reliability during high-severity flooding incidents.
- A service bulletin dated May 5, 2025, indicates that flood port plungers for 2021-2022 Model S and Model X vehicles will be replaced with more robust ones to prevent external water ingress during flooding.
- The replacement of flood port plungers must be performed at local service centers upon availability of the upgraded parts, and affected owners will be notified by Tesla once the service is ready.
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Tesla just got overtaken in the UK by 2 Chinese brands you've never heard of
- Tesla's sales in the UK dropped significantly last month, while Chinese brands Jaecoo and Omoda saw successful growth, selling more vehicles than Tesla.
- Tesla sold only 512 cars in the UK in April, whereas Jaecoo sold 1,053 and Omoda sold 910 vehicles, despite being lesser-known Chinese brands that entered the UK market just last year.
- The decline in Tesla's sales in Europe can be attributed to backlash against Elon Musk's politics, as well as increased competition from both traditional automakers like Volkswagen and Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers.
- To address the declining sales, Tesla has introduced incentives like free supercharging for certain Model Y models in the UK market in an attempt to regain momentum.
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AI Isn’t Just for Engineers: Lessons from Tesla’s Product Strategy
- Tesla integrates AI in its products like Full Self-Driving capabilities, Optimus humanoid robot, and robotaxi service to redefine transportation.
- AI is central to Tesla's product roadmap, not just an add-on, aligning with overall business objectives.
- Tesla's iterative approach with FSD emphasizes agility in AI product development through continuous learning and user feedback.
- AI Product Managers face challenges like safety and ethical implications, requiring robust testing protocols and transparency in decision-making processes.
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Waymo will double robotaxi production at new plant in Arizona
- Waymo LLC plans to double robotaxi production by partnering with Magna International Inc. at a new plant in Mesa, Arizona by 2026.
- Currently, Waymo operates 1,500 commercial robotaxis in cities like San Francisco and Phoenix, with plans to expand to Atlanta, Miami, and Washington, D.C.
- The new factory aims to build autonomous vehicles and introduce a new fleet of Geely Zeekr RT robotaxis equipped with Waymo's latest technology.
- Waymo's streamlined production processes aim to reduce the time it takes to validate and commission vehicles before putting them on the road, with future plans for potential personal ownership and partnerships with companies like Toyota.
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Elon Musk took a chainsaw to the US government. Tesla is taking the hit.
- Elon Musk's involvement in politics, specifically his alignment with President Trump, has negatively impacted Tesla's brand image and sales, leading to decreased deliveries and a significant drop in profits.
- The public image problem faced by Tesla due to Musk's political activities has resulted in high trade-ins, lower sales in Europe, and a decline in the stock price.
- Foreign leaders are calling for boycotts of Tesla, further impacting the automaker's reputation and market share.
- Tesla's board has reportedly started searching for Musk's potential successor amidst concerns over the company's direction and image.
- Protests against Tesla, urging people to stop buying Tesla vehicles and stocks, have become a significant risk mentioned in Tesla's SEC filings.
- Musk's association with President Trump and his tariff policies has impacted Tesla's sales not only in the U.S. and Europe but also in China.
- Musk's political affiliations have polarized Tesla's customer base, with Republicans showing increased interest in purchasing Tesla vehicles.
- Tesla's stock price has been volatile, with Musk urging employees and investors to hold onto their stock despite challenges.
- Musk's focus on Dogecoin and politics has led to concerns about Tesla becoming a political symbol rather than a leading automaker, potentially harming its future prospects.
- Tesla has faced protests, vandalism, and even violent acts targeting its properties, leading to legal actions and concerns about the company's stability.
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I took a Tesla Model Y weekend-long Demo Drive – Here’s what I learned
- Tesla offered a weekend-long Demo Drive in the new Model Y, allowing people to experience owning an EV.
- The author shared insights from the Demo Drive experience, including using Full Self-Driving (FSD).
- Driving with FSD impressed family members, changing their initial skepticism to admiration.
- The author tested the Model Y's range and found it convenient with a Long Range All-Wheel-Drive version.
- Despite initial concerns about charging infrastructure, the experience showed how manageable it is with Tesla's range.
- The article discusses the positives and negatives of using Full Self-Driving, highlighting its convenience for certain drives.
- Parking lots were identified as a weak point for FSD, with users noting hesitation and opportunities for improvement.
- The author detailed various driving scenarios with FSD, including merging onto highways and Autopark functionality.
- Overall, the Demo Drive experience convinced the author to consider a trade-in, with FSD being a significant factor.
- The author concluded by enjoying novelty features of the Model Y and expressing interest in another Demo Drive in the future.
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Apparent Tesla Cybercab castings are piling up in Giga Texas
- Tesla is gearing up for volume production of its Cybercab robotaxi, with recent aerial images from Giga Texas showing piled up castings around the factory complex.
- The castings spotted are different from the components used in the current Model Y and Cybertruck production, leading to speculation that they are for the upcoming Cybercab expected to be in full production in 2026.
- Elon Musk has mentioned that the Cybercab production line will be high-speed resembling a consumer electronics line, aiming for a production rate of about 2 million vehicles per year.
- Tesla is reportedly testing and validating castings for the compact, two-seat robotaxi to ensure the vehicle's components are refined before full production, according to observations at Giga Texas.
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New Tesla Model Y proves very sturdy after shocking high-speed crash
- Tesla Model Y in China proved its sturdiness after being rear-ended by a speeding truck.
- The driver of the Model Y walked away unharmed from the high-speed crash.
- The sturdy design of the Model Y's body structure and safety features helped protect the driver during the collision.
- Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) suite is highlighted as a significant safety system in addition to the vehicle's active and passive safety features.
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Tesla faces an uphill battle as 6 major European electric vehicle markets report double-digit drops in sales
- Tesla sales faced significant declines in six major European EV markets in April, with drops as high as 81% in some countries.
- Factors contributing to the decline include increased competition from companies like China's BYD and backlash over Elon Musk's political affiliations.
- Countries like France, Sweden, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Portugal, and Denmark experienced double-digit decreases in Tesla sales, while Norway and Italy saw some growth.
- Tesla's struggle in the European market highlights the need for product innovation to compete with newer EV models and charging technologies from rival companies.
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Starlink shines in Spain & Portugal during historic blackout crisis
- Starlink experienced a surge in demand in Spain and Portugal during a historic blackout, offering reliable service amidst widespread telecom disruptions.
- The power outage highlighted vulnerabilities in traditional networks, leading to a 35% increase in Starlink usage, with Spain seeing a 60% surge above average by April 29.
- Ookla's analysis showed a record use of Starlink as conventional mobile coverage faltered, causing network consistency to drop to half its normal rate on April 28.
- The blackout exposed challenges in the telecom infrastructure, leading to discussions on building more resilient networks, where Starlink played a crucial role as a backup when traditional services failed.
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Tesla releases paid performance upgrade for new Model Y
- Tesla has introduced a paid performance upgrade for the new Model Y crossover.
- The 'Acceleration Boost' upgrade adds approximately 100 hp to the Model Y, enabling it to go from 0-60 mph in 4.2 seconds.
- This upgrade can be purchased for $2,000 through the Tesla App, providing a notable improvement in acceleration for drivers who value speed.
- Despite speculations about other variants, only the Model Y Long Range All Wheel Drive (AWD) has been made available in the United States, making the 'Acceleration Boost' a compelling option for performance-oriented drivers.
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SpaceX nails official Starbase City designation
- SpaceX's Starbase has officially become a city with a 1.6-square-mile municipality in Cameron County, Texas, following a vote of 212 to 6 by eligible residents.
- Starbase City aims to increase SpaceX launches from five to 25 annually and is led by Mayor Bobby Peden, SpaceX's VP of Texas test and launch operations.
- The city has two commissioners tied to SpaceX overseeing planning, taxation, and local governance, with a property tax cap of up to 1.5% under its Type C city status.
- SpaceX's investments in Starbase have transformed the area into a bustling hub, sparking debate around company town dynamics and potential restrictions on local access during launches.
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π is Not a Number — It’s a Loop: Connecting Euler’s Identity with Tesla’s 369
- The true beauty of π lies in its nature as a loop — a closed circuit of recurrence that binds the edges of a circle to its center.
- In Euler’s identity, the equation eiπ+1=0 illustrates how a wave returns to its origin, showcasing π as the essence of the loop shaping mathematical and physical structures.
- Nikola Tesla's 369 theory emphasizes the significance of the fundamental numerical relationships of 3, 6, and 9 in creating a recurring structure that aligns with the resonant core represented by π.
- Connecting π to Tesla’s 369 theory reveals a synergy between mathematics, geometry, and universal structure, highlighting the foundational truth that the universe operates in loops, resonances, and frequencies.
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Uber to Launch Thousands of Autonomous Taxis in Texas, Starting with Arlington
- Uber announces partnership with May Mobility to deploy thousands of self-driving taxis in Arlington, Texas by the end of 2025.
- The autonomous vehicles will initially have safety drivers behind the wheel and will transition to full driverless operation as the technology matures and regulatory approvals are obtained.
- Arlington is a strategic choice for the launch as May Mobility has been operating there with the RAPID shuttle service since 2021.
- Uber aims to increase access to affordable transportation, reduce road congestion and emissions through the integration of autonomous vehicles into its services.
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Waymo robotaxi finds itself pulled over by Tokyo police
- A Waymo self-driving robotaxi was spotted being pulled over by traffic police in Tokyo, Waymo's first offshore market for testing and data collection.
- The image of the robotaxi stopped on the side of the road while a traffic cop on a motorcycle prepared a ticket garnered over 1 million impressions on social media.
- Waymo's robotaxi rollout in Tokyo began in April, operated manually by drivers from Nihon Kotsu, with a focus on central Tokyo to gather data for adapting the self-driving system.
- Despite the humorous incident, Waymo's self-driving system has shown significant potential for road safety with reductions in pedestrian injury crashes and crashes with cyclists and motorcyclists.
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