Tesla has released a new Climate Menu with a redesigned and streamlined interface, following a software update. The new design aims to improve ease of use, addressing complaints from owners about the previous climate control panel. The update also includes a new feature that calms the fan level during phone calls to reduce ambient noise.

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk expects Full Self Driving (FSD) approval in China by the end of 2024. The company is staking its future on FSD, particularly in China, where it can be a key selling point. Tesla is seeking regulatory approval for FSD in territories outside North America.

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Starlink internet is now available on over 1,000 aircraft, with WestJet and TELIS being the most recent partners to launch the service. Elon Musk described the experience as feeling like a high-speed ground fiber connection. Starlink Aviation, launched in 2022, promises high-speed and low-latency internet during flights.

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Tesla is starting its test drive program for the Cybertruck, with available locations in the United States, including Westmont, Illinois, and Houston-Cypress, Texas. Interested individuals can fill out a form and RSVP for the event to experience the all-electric pickup truck.

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Elon Musk attended Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech to Congress, sitting in the upstairs gallery of the Senate Chamber. The two have met several times, including a visit by Netanyahu to Tesla's Fremont Factory in September 2023. Musk also visited Netanyahu in Israel in November 2023.

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced the release of Actual Smart Summon (ASS) with FSD V12.5.x, which has started rolling out to consumers. The update has received positive reactions from testers, with some even admitting it represents a notable step forward in FSD's real-world performance. Tony Duan, a Tesla Machine Learning Scientist, shared a post on social media platform X about the V12.5 update.

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Hyundai Motor plans to expand its hybrid lineup after reporting positive Q2 2024 results, with hybrid vehicle sales jumping by 42% in the quarter. The company expects hybrid demand to remain strong in the short term as the growth of the EV market slows down. Hyundai's sales in the United States increased by 2.2% in the second quarter, driven by high-margin SUV sales and hybrid vehicles.

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Tesla expressed caution over a popular 'life hack' that involves placing a wet cloth on a Supercharger handle to avoid throttled Supercharging speeds in hot weather. The company notes that the sensor inside the handle tells the charger to moderate the charging speed to maintain a safe temperature. This trick has been observed by Tesla owners, who have reported seeing reduced Supercharging speeds when charging in hot weather.

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Ford CEO Jim Farley emphasized that the company will continue to focus on launching smaller and more affordable electric vehicles despite a potential Trump presidency. Trump announced plans to end President Biden's EV mandate during his first day in office if he wins. Ford is focused on the global EV market and competition with China.

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LG Energy Solution, a supplier to Tesla, plans to start mass production of 4680 battery cells at its Ochang Factory in South Korea in late Q3 or Q4 2024. The company's Battery Planning and Management Director, Noh In-hak, stated that the 4680 battery line has been prepared and they tried to bring forward the mass production schedule, but it will still begin as initially planned.

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