Tesla China has launched an offer to retrofit Model Y owners with a dedicated multicolored ambient lighting system for their dashboard, which costs RMB1,299 ($180). The upgrade includes both hardware and software upgrades, providing up to 256 color options for the cabin, controlled through the Model Y's infotainment system.
AITesla | Rating: 51 | 2024-07-29 03:19:34 PM |
A former Tesla executive confirmed a Wall Street Journal report that Tesla officials attempted to forge close ties with the Biden administration after his inauguration, but were rejected. Tesla was a dominant force in the US electric vehicle sector in early 2021, producing about two-thirds of EVs on US roads. The company's workforce was not unionized at the time.
PoliticsTesla | Rating: 37 | 2024-07-29 03:19:34 PM |
LG Energy Solution and General Motors have slowed the construction of their $7 billion battery plant in Michigan, which was expected to start production in early 2025. The joint venture will produce Ultium cells with a target volume production of 50 GWh. Only two of the five planned assembly lines have been installed with equipment, and work on the remaining lines has temporarily stalled.
BusinessGM | Rating: 53 | 2024-07-29 03:19:34 PM |
Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares plans to scrap brands that aren't profitable. The automaker reported sales of EUR 84,504 million and net income of EUR 5,624 million for the first half of 2024. Stellantis has 14 automotive brands under its belt, including Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram. Tavares stated that if a brand doesn't make money, it will be shut down.
BusinessStellantis | Rating: 46 | 2024-07-29 03:19:33 PM |
A Tesla Cybertruck participated in a tractor pull event and came 2nd out of 17 participants, losing only to a competitor with a modified power stroke engine. The event was recorded in a video posted on Facebook. The Cybertruck's raw power impressed some tractor pulling fans, despite criticism from critics.
AITesla | Rating: 51 | 2024-07-29 03:19:33 PM |
Xiaomi, a Chinese smartphone maker, is expected to achieve its annual delivery target of 100,000 units of its electric car, SU7, two months ahead of schedule. The company recently completed its highly automated EV factory in Beijing, which will ramp up production. Xiaomi launched the SU7 in May and raised its delivery target by 20% due to high demand. The company's founder and CEO, Lei Jun, estimates that the increased capacity at the Beijing plant will help achieve the target.
TechXiaomi | Duplicated with: 1 | Rating: 50 | 2024-07-29 03:19:33 PM |
Morgan Stanley listed Tesla as its top pick in the automotive sector, replacing Ford, with a $310 price target and an 'Overweight' rating. Analyst Adam Jonas reiterated his consensus on the stock, calling it his favorite position. Tesla gained over five percent in Monday morning trading, trading at around $230 per share.
FinanceTesla | Rating: 53 | 2024-07-29 03:19:33 PM |
LG Energy Solution is in talks with three Chinese material suppliers to produce low-cost electric vehicle batteries for the European market. The company is considering setting up joint ventures and signing long-term supply deals. The production is planned to take place in Morocco, Finland, or Indonesia. The head of LGES' advanced automotive battery division, Wonjoon Suh, is leading the discussions.
EnergyLGES | Rating: 51 | 2024-07-29 03:19:33 PM |
Tesla has started rolling out the latest software version of its Supervised Full Self-Driving (FSD) to customers, which includes improvements, the combination of the network's city and highway stacks, and the addition of the system to the Cybertruck. The update, version 2024.20.15, features earlier and more natural lane changes. Elon Musk has teased some of the expected features of the update.
AITesla | Rating: 51 | 2024-07-28 03:19:47 PM |
Tesla has launched the CaraokeMic, a new entertainment product for its electric vehicles, available on its web store in the US and Canada for $215. The package includes two cardioid microphones, a receiver, cables, and a storage bag. The mics can be used with the official Caraoke app or other media apps like Spotify and Apple Music.
ProductTesla | Rating: 53 | 2024-07-28 03:19:47 PM |