Tesla has reportedly joined Chinese automakers BYD, SAIC, and Geely in a lawsuit against the European Commission over duties on China-made electric vehicles. Information about Tesla’s alleged involvement in the lawsuit were initially reported by POLITICO, which cited two industry sources that were reportedly familiar with the matter. The automakers’ Read more
It appears that some notable Tesla Cybertruck accessories, such as off-road armor and rockers, are poised to be released in the coming months. The update was shared on social media platform X by a member of the Tesla Cybertruck team. The update: With the launch of the new Model Y Read more
Rivian (RIVN) already has several automakers reaching out about potential supply deals for software and other EV tech. According to Rivian’s Chief Software Officer, Wassym Bensaid, its new partnership with Volkswagen has other OEMs “knocking on our door.” more…
President Trump’s 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico might disrupt the car industry and cause suppliers to go bankrupt, experts warn.
Joe Rogan got himself a new Tesla Model S Plaid customized by Unplugged Performance, and I think it looks sick. Dope or nope? more…
Two political activist groups in Germany are claiming that they have projected an image of Elon Musk’s controversial salute with a projection that spells out the words “Heil Tesla” and “Boycott Tesla” on the facade of Gigafactory Berlin. Authorities, however, initially challenged the claims of the activists. The activists’ claims: Read more
Following his controversial “I give my heart to you” salute at U.S. President Donald Trump’s post-inauguration rally, a huge portion of the internet and the media have decided that Elon Musk performed a Nazi salute and is, therefore, antisemitic. As per Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, however, these allegations are Read more
Tesla has formally launched the new Model Y in the United States. The vehicle is designed to be more comfortable and more efficient than its best-selling predecessor. A look at the Model Y’s configurator shows that deliveries of the new Model Y Launch Series in the United States are expected Read more
On the Plugged-In Podcast, we discuss the changes coming—or not—to the EV field under President Trump. Plus, are things looking up at Polestar?
The U.S. specs have landed for the new Model Y, and it gets more range—but a bigger price tag as well. Here’s what we know.