tesla Tesla Shifts to Neural Networks for True Self-Driving Technology Elon Musk demonstrates Tesla's new Full Self Driving software, which replaces traditional coding with AI that learns by watching human drivers. This shift mirrors the technology behind ChatGPT and marks a major step toward artificial general intelligence.
tesla Tesla Recalls 362,000 Vehicles Over Full Self-Driving Crash Risks NHTSA forces Tesla to issue a recall for all US vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta due to unsafe behaviors at intersections. The automaker plans to fix the issue through an upcoming over-the-air software update.
tesla Tesla Recalls 363,000 Cars Over Risky Self-Driving Software Behavior Tesla issues a massive recall for vehicles using its Full Self-Driving Beta software due to intersection and speed limit errors that increase crash risks. The company resolves the safety flaws through a wireless over-the-air update rather than a physical repair.
argo ai Autonomous Setbacks and Micromobility Mysteries Define 2022 Transportation The transportation sector in 2022 experiences major upheavals as Ford and VW shut down Argo AI, and Bolt Mobility mysteriously vanishes from multiple US cities.
electric vehicles Electric Vehicle Market Poised for Major Expansion in 2023 The electric vehicle industry accelerates into 2023 with new tax incentives, a surge in U.S.-built models, and a broader range of affordable options for everyday consumers.
tesla Tesla Unveils $300 Wireless Charging Mat to Revive Apple's Failed AirPower Dream Tesla releases a $300 multi-device wireless charging mat that uses Aira's FreePower technology to charge up to three devices simultaneously anywhere on the surface.
robotics UC Berkeley Professor Highlights AI and Warehouse Robotics as Top 2022 Trends Robotics expert Ken Goldberg points to large language models, Tesla's pivot, and widespread warehouse automation as the defining industry developments of the year. He also predicts that robots-as-a-service models will make the technology accessible to more businesses in 2023.
elon musk Twitter Users Vote For Elon Musk To Resign As CEO In Informal Poll Elon Musk asks Twitter users if he should step down as CEO, and a majority of over 17 million voters say yes. Musk claims he will honor the results despite recently stating no capable successor exists.
elon musk Musk Offloads $3.5 Billion in Tesla Shares Amid Growing Investor Frustration Tesla CEO Elon Musk sells another $3.5 billion in company stock, bringing his total sales for the year to nearly $23 billion. The sudden sale sparks frustration among investors who worry that his divided attention is severely damaging Tesla's stock price.
tesla Tesla Reverses Course, Prepares to Reinstall Radar in Vehicles Tesla plans to introduce a new radar product to its vehicles this January, backing away from its strict camera-only approach. The shift comes after the company removed radar and ultrasonic sensors amid ongoing safety scrutiny.
tesla Tesla Finally Delivers First Electric Semi Trucks to Pepsi After Years of Delays Tesla hands over its first production electric Semi trucks to PepsiCo at a Nevada gigafactory event, five years after the initial reveal. The company meets its promised 500-mile range but stays silent on pricing and Autopilot features.
tesla Tesla Expands Full Self-Driving Beta Access to All North American Owners Tesla fulfills a major 2022 goal by rolling out its Full Self-Driving Beta software to all eligible owners in North America. Customers who purchased the package can now request the update directly from their vehicle's touchscreen.
tesla Tesla Grants FSD Beta Access to All North American Requesters Tesla now offers its Full Self-Driving beta to any North American driver who requests it, dropping previous safety score requirements. This broad release occurs as the company faces ongoing criminal and regulatory scrutiny over its automated driving features.
elon musk Elon Musk Faces Unique Challenges Taking Over Struggling Twitter Elon Musk finalizes his $44 billion purchase of Twitter, bringing his signature ambitious plans to a financially struggling social media platform. Experts warn that managing the company's entrenched culture presents a challenge unlike his previous tech successes.
elon musk Elon Musk Closes $44 Billion Twitter Takeover and Ousts Top Executives Elon Musk officially acquires Twitter for $44 billion, immediately taking the company private and firing several top executives including the CEO. The deal concludes months of chaotic legal battles and public uncertainty.