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Tesla risks losing its lead without an inexpensive EV
TechCrunch
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1y ago
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Elon Musk's decision to prioritize a robotaxi over an affordable electric vehicle (EV) could potentially harm Tesla's leading position in the market. Musk recently halted plans for a low-cost EV, which could have significantly expanded the company's market share and defended against competition from cheap Chinese EVs. Instead, Musk is focused on developing autonomous driving technology for a robotaxi, despite Tesla's current self-driving capabilities being limited to Level 2. This decision raises concerns about whether Tesla can deliver a groundbreaking product in the near future, potentially jeopardizing its position in the industry.
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EV charger networks are turning to Tesla standard as support accelerates
TechCrunch
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2y ago
Medial
EV charger networks are increasingly adopting the Tesla standard as support for it gains momentum. Companies like ChargePoint and EVgo are embracing the Tesla Connector, allowing Tesla vehicles to charge on their networks without an adapter. This move aims to enhance convenience and accessibility for Tesla owners and signifies a broader industry shift towards standardized charging solutions for electric vehicles. The industry group behind the CCS charging standard has wavered, giving its support to the Tesla EV charging standard.
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Tesla gets a $94 billion reality check as EV winter sets in
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Tesla has experienced its worst start to a year ever, losing over $94 billion in market valuation in just two weeks. The Austin-based electric vehicle (EV) maker has been hit by a series of negative news including an about-face from Hertz Global Holdings Inc., price cuts for its cars made in China, and rising labor costs. Slowing growth in demand for EVs, especially in the US, has investors concerned about stagnating growth. Tesla's market capitalization drop is the largest since it went public in 2010. The EV maker has also been hampered by labor cost increases and re-routing shipments due to security concerns. Despite the challenges, Tesla remains a major player in the global transition to electric vehicles.
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Who is Ashok Elluswamy, software engineer praised by Elon Musk?
Twitter
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1y ago
Medial
Elon Musk praised Tesla's AI/Autopilot software lead Ashok Elluswamy by saying Tesla "would just be another car company" without him. Ashok did his BE from College of Engineering Guindy, Chennai and MSc from Carnegie Mellon University. He was the first person recruited from Musk's tweet saying that Tesla is starting an Autopilot team. He's been at Tesla for 10+ years.
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Tesla files trademark infringement case in Delhi High Court
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Tesla Inc. has filed a lawsuit against Tesla Power India Pvt. Ltd, a battery seller based in Gurgaon, for trademark infringement. The Delhi High Court issued a notice and instructed Tesla Power to refrain from using the Tesla trademark in promotional advertisements. Tesla argued that the use of the similar trademark by Tesla Power was causing confusion among consumers and harming their business. However, the court criticized Tesla for lack of urgency and stated that Tesla Power should be given the chance to present their case. Tesla Power clarified that they are selling lead acid batteries, not EV batteries.
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Tesla is upgrading its Model Y's self-driving features in China amid fierce competition from BYD
Business Insider
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1y ago
Medial
Tesla is upgrading its Model Y in China, adding Hardware 4.0, a set of sensors, cameras, and an onboard computer to assist its Full Self-Driving (Beta) function. The upgrade is reportedly free of charge for local buyers and is aimed at enhancing autonomous features. Tesla is also introducing new color options for the Model Y in China. This move comes amid increased competition in China, as Chinese EV company BYD overtook Tesla as the world's largest EV maker in 2023. Tesla considers China a crucial market and has a gigafactory in Shanghai.
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Tesla reportedly abandons plans to make a less expensive $25,000 electric vehicle
The Verge
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1y ago
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Tesla has reportedly canceled its plans to produce a low-cost electric vehicle, known as the Tesla Model 2, in favor of focusing on its robotaxi plans. Elon Musk had previously promised an affordable EV priced at $25,000 to expand the adoption of electric vehicles. The decision to cancel the Model 2 was communicated to employees during a company meeting in February. Tesla is now shifting its strategy and prioritizing the development of a robotaxi as it faces increasing competition from Chinese automakers in the affordable EV market.
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Delhi HC Seeks Dealer, Product Details From Tesla Power India In Trademark Case With Musk’s Tesla Inc
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Sure, here's a summary in about 75 words: The High Court has issued a directive in a trademark case involving Tesla Inc. The court's decision came after Tesla Inc. claimed that Tesla Power India was selling electric vehicle scooters through dealers using various sub-brands, despite an undertaking not to do so. As a result, the HC ordered Tesla Power India to stop publishing advertisements for its EV products.
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Without Ashok Elluswamy, we'd just be another car company: Musk
Inshorts
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1y ago
Medial
Tesla CEO Elon Musk posted on X, "Ashok Elluswamy was the first person to join the AI/Autopilot team and ultimately rose to lead all AI/Autopilot software." He added, "Without him and our team...we'd just be another car company looking for an autonomy supplier that doesn't exist." Musk's praise for Ashok came as the latter supported a $56-billion pay for Musk.
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Mint Explainer: How Tesla’s first India lawsuit will affect EV trademark battles
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Tesla Inc has filed its first lawsuit in India against battery seller Tesla Power India Pvt. Ltd. for trademark infringement. Tesla accuses the Gurugram-based company of misleading consumers by implying association with Tesla Inc's electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The case highlights India's trademark regime and its protection of foreign companies from infringement by local entities. The outcome of the case could set a precedent for future trademark infringement disputes in India's growing EV market, potentially impacting IP rights enforcement and investor confidence in the sector. Tesla has also been involved in trademark disputes worldwide.
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Cheap Laptop Chips In BMS Setting Indian EVs On Fire: NXP CTO
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Dutch semiconductor design company NXP's CTO, Lars Reger, blamed the use of "cheap" laptop chips in battery management systems (BMS) for electric vehicle (EV) fires in India. Reger mentioned that the use of inexpensive solutions in complex systems by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) leads to recurring failures. He attributed this to the low profit margins in the Indian EV space, making it challenging to afford more expensive BMS chips. This statement comes as incidents related to EV fires typically increase during the summer season in India. Despite safety concerns, the Indian EV ecosystem continues to grow, with a rise in the sale of EV two-wheelers.
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