tesla Tesla Cybertruck Demo Backfires As Armor Glass Shatters Onstage Tesla faces an awkward live demonstration moment after the Cybertruck's supposedly unbreakable windows crack during a public test.
ford Ford Mustang Mach-E Brings Bold Tech and Design to Electric SUV Market Ford unveils the all-electric Mustang Mach-E crossover with unique design elements like handle-less doors and a dedicated tech tray. The vehicle represents a major shift for the automaker as its first electric SUV developed by the dedicated Team Edison group.
tesla Tesla Cybertruck Demo Fails as Supposedly Unbreakable Windows Shatter Tesla unveils its futuristic Cybertruck with bold durability claims, but a live demonstration backfires when metal balls easily crack the vehicle's armored glass.
walmart Walmart Drops Solar Panel Fire Lawsuit Against Tesla After Settlement Walmart and Tesla resolve a legal dispute over rooftop solar panel fires that affected seven retail stores. The companies now plan to safely reactivate the sustainable energy systems.
tesla Tesla Cybertruck Reaches 146,000 Reservations Despite Divisive Design Elon Musk reveals that 146,000 people have placed $100 refundable deposits for the Tesla Cybertruck, with the majority selecting the Dual Motor AWD configuration.
tesla Tesla Acquires DeepScale to Boost Autopilot and Robotaxi Ambitions Tesla purchases computer vision startup DeepScale to enhance its Autopilot system using efficient, low-wattage processors. The acquisition also brings fresh talent to the automaker's self-driving team as it pursues full vehicle autonomy.
tesla Tesla Acquires AI Startup DeepScale to Boost Robotaxi Ambitions Tesla purchases computer vision startup DeepScale to strengthen its Autopilot team and advance its goal of launching a robotaxi fleet. The acquisition brings specialized, power-efficient deep learning talent to the automaker.
tesla Judge Rules Tesla and Elon Musk Violate Labor Laws by Blocking Union Efforts A California administrative law judge rules that Tesla and CEO Elon Musk break national labor laws by unlawfully suppressing unionization at the Fremont factory. The judge orders Tesla to reinstate a fired worker and requires Musk to publicly read the violations to employees.
tesla Tesla V10 Update Brings Smart Summon, Streaming Apps, and In-Car Karaoke Tesla releases its V10.0 software update, equipping vehicles with the advanced Smart Summon driving feature and a variety of new entertainment options like Netflix and Spotify. The upgrade transforms parked cars into mobile theaters and karaoke lounges for owners.
tesla NTSB Confirms Tesla Autopilot Active During 2018 Fire Truck Crash A preliminary NTSB report reveals that a Tesla Model S strikes a parked fire truck in California while Autopilot is engaged for nearly 14 minutes. Investigators note the driver keeps hands off the wheel for the vast majority of that time despite multiple visual and auditory warnings.
tesla Tesla Achieves 100% Leather-Free Interior in Model 3 Tesla fulfills its promise to remove all leather from the Model 3 interior, including the previously problematic steering wheel. The shift comes after years of gradual changes driven by activist pressure.
walmart Walmart and Tesla Pause Solar Panel Lawsuit to Negotiate Resolution Walmart and Tesla temporarily halt their legal battle over faulty rooftop solar panels to negotiate a potential agreement. The retail giant still keeps the lawsuit on file while both companies seek a safe and reliable path forward.
walmart Walmart Sues Tesla Over Rooftop Solar Panel Fires Walmart files a massive lawsuit against Tesla, accusing the company of gross negligence after solar panels catch fire on multiple store roofs. The retailer demands the removal of panels from all 240 locations.
audi Audi E-Tron Becomes First Electric Vehicle to Earn Top IIHS Safety Award The 2019 Audi e-tron makes history as the first all-electric vehicle to secure a top safety pick award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. This milestone gives a crucial boost to Audi's first mass-produced electric SUV after a rocky start that included a battery fire recall.
tesla Software Engineer Implants Tesla Model 3 Key Chip Into Her Arm A software engineer biohacks her body by injecting a modified Tesla valet card RFID chip into her arm to unlock her car. Her original plan to reprogram an existing implant fails due to the automaker's security restrictions.