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Tesla Unveils Improved Optimus Robot With Opposable Thumbs

Tesla showcases its latest Optimus humanoid prototype featuring upgraded dexterity with opposable thumbs. The demonstration highlights the company's ongoing progress in robotics and artificial intelligence.

Tesla AI Day 2022 Spotlights Optimus Robot and Dojo Supercomputer

Tesla holds its second-annual AI Day to showcase advances in robotics, the Dojo supercomputer, and its Full Self Driving software. The highly technical event serves primarily as a recruiting tool for top engineering talent.

Tesla Prepares to Showcase Humanoid Robot and Autonomous Driving Advances

Tesla gears up for its annual AI Day, where the company plans to reveal updates on its humanoid robot and self-driving technology. The event highlights Elon Musk's ambitious push to transform Tesla from an automaker into a broader artificial intelligence powerhouse.

Four Key Predictions Ahead of Tesla's Annual AI Day Event

Tesla prepares to host its second annual AI Day, an event focused on showcasing artificial intelligence capabilities to recruit top engineering talent. Speculations center heavily on the debut of a working Optimus humanoid robot prototype and updates to the Dojo supercomputer.

Tesla FSD Beta 10.69 Requires Strict Driver Attention

Tesla's FSD Beta 10.69 impresses with smooth rural driving but enforces strict driver monitoring. The updated software quickly forces disengagements if drivers look away from the road for more than 15 seconds.

Tesla AI Day 2022 to Feature Working Optimus Robot and Dojo Updates

Tesla's upcoming AI Day 2022 is set to showcase a working prototype of the Optimus humanoid robot alongside updates to its custom Dojo supercomputer chip and Full Self-Driving software.

Tesla Sends Invites for AI Day 2, Teases FSD and Optimus Robot

Tesla officially sends out invitations for its upcoming AI Day 2022, teasing updates on Full Self-Driving, the Dojo supercomputer, and a working Tesla Bot prototype. The event serves as both a major recruitment drive and a highly anticipated consumer presentation.

Tesla Megapack Fire Disrupts California's Largest Battery Storage Site

A fire breaks out in a Tesla Megapack at PG&E's Elkhorn facility in California, prompting highway closures and shelter-in-place warnings. The utility states that safety systems activate properly and no customer power outages occur.

Zipline Taps Former Tesla CFO Deepak Ahuja to Lead Global Expansion

Drone delivery startup Zipline appoints Deepak Ahuja, a former Tesla and Verily CFO, as its first chief business and financial officer. Ahuja oversees global financial operations and drives expansion in the US and beyond.

California Regulators Reject Tesla Bid to Dismiss Racial Bias Lawsuit

California's Office of Administrative Law denies Tesla's attempt to block a civil rights lawsuit over racial discrimination at its Fremont plant. The automaker still faces a court hearing this week regarding a motion to dismiss the case.

YouTube Bans Tesla Safety Tests Using Real Children in Street

YouTube removes videos of Tesla drivers using their children to test the automaker's Full Self-Driving software. The platform states the content violates policies against showing minors in dangerous situations.

Tesla Raises Full Self-Driving Software Price to $15,000 in North America

Tesla is hiking the cost of its Full Self-Driving beta software to $15,000 starting September 5, though current pricing is honored for orders placed before the deadline. The price increase arrives alongside a new software update that improves pedestrian detection and lane navigation.

Federal and California Regulators Increase Pressure on Tesla Autopilot Safety

Federal and state agencies demand answers from Tesla regarding the safety, driver monitoring, and advertising of its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving features. The intensified scrutiny follows multiple crashes and accusations of misleading consumers.

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Broken Public Chargers And High Costs Slow Down Electric Vehicle Adoption

A new J.D. Power survey reveals that broken public chargers and high prices are major frustrations for electric vehicle owners. These unreliable stations significantly hinder the broader transition to electric transportation.

Tesla Unfazed by China Heat Wave Despite Supplier Halt Fears

Western headlines exaggerate the impact of China's record heat wave on Tesla, but the automaker's supply chain remains largely unaffected.