Smart Cars
Tesla Reveals Semi Factory Construction Advancements, First Mass-Produced Units Expected by Year’s End
April 29, 2025 – Tesla has recently unveiled a video providing insights into the progress of its dedicated production facility for the Semi electric truck, located near the Gigafactory Nevada. Additionally, the company has showcased, for the first time, the exclusive design concept for the truck’s branding. Dan Priestley, the project lead for Tesla Semi,…
Tesla’s Secret Weapon? Enigmatic Vehicle Caught on Camera Amid Budget Lineup Rumors
April 28, 2025 – During Tesla’s first-quarter 2025 earnings call, Lars Moravy, the automaker’s vice president of vehicle engineering, dropped hints about the design trajectory of an upcoming affordable model slated for release this year. Moravy emphasized that while the forthcoming vehicle would align aesthetically with Tesla’s existing lineup, its pricing strategy would target a…
Cybertruck’s ‘Wade Mode’ Fails: California Owner’s River Crossing Ends in Submersion After Musk’s Bold Claims
April 27, 2025 – A Tesla Cybertruck owner in Truckee, California, found himself in a sticky situation after taking Elon Musk’s bold claims about the vehicle’s amphibious capabilities a bit too literally. The incident, which unfolded after the owner attempted to navigate a water crossing, has reignited debates about the line between experimental promises and…
Uber Faces FTC Lawsuit for Secretly Charging Users in Subscription Scheme
April 22, 2025 – The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a lawsuit against Uber in San Francisco, alleging that the ride-hailing giant secretly enrolled users in its Uber One subscription program without their knowledge and engaged in deceptive marketing practices regarding the service’s benefits, as reported by Reuters. Uber One, priced at 9.99permonth,offersdiscountsonridesandfooddelivery.However,theFTC’scomplaintclaimsUberfalselyadvertisedthatsubscriberscouldsaveupto25 monthly—a…
Musk Calls Tesla Odometer Manipulation Lawsuit ‘Stupid’
April 22, 2025 – Tesla Inc. is embroiled in a class-action lawsuit alleging that the electric vehicle manufacturer manipulated odometer readings to sidestep warranty obligations. The suit claims that Tesla intentionally accelerated odometer counts, pushing vehicles beyond warranty coverage sooner than anticipated to reduce repair costs. Tesla and its legal counsel have vehemently denied all…
Bezos-Backed $25K Auto Unveils Transformative ‘Transformer-Like’ Design
April 22, 2025 – A cutting-edge electric vehicle startup backed by Jeff Bezos, Slate Auto, is making headlines as it gears up for the grand unveiling of its inaugural product, with prototype vehicles now spotted cruising California’s streets. Sources familiar with the matter, cited by TechCrunch, suggest the enigmatic company is building buzz around a…
Tesla’s Surge in Japan: A Rare Bright Spot Amid Global Sales Dip
April 21, 2025 – Tesla’s performance in the Japanese market has emerged as a rare beacon of success amidst a broader global decline, as reported by Nikkei Asia. While the company does not release regional sales figures, estimates based on data from the Japan Automobile Importers Association (JAIA) reveal a significant uptick in demand. Tesla…
Volvo Slashes 800 U.S. Jobs as Tariffs Fuel Demand Uncertainty in Heavy-Duty Sector
April 21, 2025 – Volvo Group disclosed on Friday (North American time) that it intends to cut up to 800 positions across three of its facilities within the next three months due to market uncertainties stemming from U.S. government tariff policies. The job reductions will affect the Mack Trucks plant in Macungie, Pennsylvania; the Dublin…
Tesla Faces Lawsuit as U.S. Owner Claims Model Y Mileage Inflated by 117% Max
April 21, 2025 – A legal battle is brewing in the U.S. as Nyree Hinton, the owner of a 2020 Tesla Model Y, has filed a lawsuit against the electric vehicle manufacturer, alleging that the company’s mileage calculations are not based on conventional direct measurements but rather on software – driven estimates. According to Hinton,…
Tesla Slashes Cybertruck Prices, Offers Lifetime Free Supercharging to Clear Inventory
April 18, 2025 – In a move aimed at boosting sales, Tesla is reportedly “racing to clear Cybertruck inventory,” as per a recent report by Carscoops. The electric vehicle manufacturer is offering substantial discounts and incentives to attract potential buyers, including lifetime access to the Supercharger network and Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities for select models….