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Over 13 years by reporting to Tesla and its CEO, Elon MuskI have seen the rise, fall, close to losses and the rise of the company and its billionaire leader again. Musk, known for his willingness to take risks, has admitted how close the company came to present bankruptcy before returning it around.
It was that the “in front of them” story scene that helped to turn Musk into a symbol of innovation.
His political approximation with President Trump, and most importantly, his activities as the unofficial leader of the government’s efficiency department, has changed public perception of Musk. But it is Tesla that is getting the highest hit, including a decrease in Q1 sales, Global Tesla Takedown protests and a downward stock price. And the automobiles, who have long followed Tesla in EV sales, are taking advantage of this opening by offering sweet trade agreements and other incentives.
High reporter Rebecca Bellan has documented the moments over the past few months that have affected Tesla. Her article will be updated periodically, so be sure to check again.
Can Tesla be returned? The latest tariffs announced by Trump can help Tesla after her vehicles – and many of its ingredients – are made here in the United States. It can still not be enough protection to stop bleeding. And tariffs are likely to damage the Tesla energy storing business.
The chaos that surrounds the tariffs implemented by Trump will last. As soon as we are starting to see how automobiles are reacting and fixing. Some, as Fordare trying to advance and provide discounts to increase sales in the short term. AND Volkswagen has told traders planning to add an import fee to the price of imported cars sold in the United States, according to the New York Times.
A small bird
A little bird told us while while Tesla Definitely seems to be ready to start a robotax service in Austin this summer, the extension of the vehicle in the city has been scarce. Others like Waymo and Cruise (again when Cruise was one thing) have tried to go down on the right leg by connecting with as many city actors as possible before it began.
Some government officials also shared security concerns about Tesla’s autonomy brand. They worry that Tesla cars may have a more limited awareness of the surroundings as they rely solely on cameras than lidar and radar, for perception.
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Deals!
All quiet in the front deal this week. However, there were some worth mentioning.
ToughA beginner of the advanced Massachusetts -based battery inspection technology collected $ 3.2 million in a round of IBEX investors led. Nationwide Ventures, Automobile Enterprises and Fund Aventa also joined.
FoierThe onset of hydrogen collected $ 18.5 million in a round of a series led by General Catalyst and Paramark Ventures. Other participating investors include Airbus Ventures, Borusan Ventures, GSBACKERS, Collective MCJ and positive ventures.
Wind technologyAn EV manufacturer based in Chinese and Chinese -rooted, plans to portray an IPO in US $ 400 million, the New York Times reported.
Visible readings and other announcements
Autonomous vehicles
Techcrunch reporter Maxwell Zeff Interviewed Mayor San Francisco Daniel Lurieand autonomous vehicles come out. Watch the video here.
Jacket He has partner with Dubai Road and Transport Authority in an agreement that paves the way for the company to operate AV in the city of the United Arab Emirates. Uber does not have its own avation, so it will rely on partnerships. Its first in Dubai will be with the Chinese company Savage.
Speaking to Weride, the AV company has received a public driverless road test and operating permit in France.
Electric vehicles, charging and batteries
Worm, A medium -sized EV manufacturer officially started production and produced its first 100 units payable, the company Techcrunch told. It is a visible milestone for California based starting, which was founded in 2021. Those vehicles will be directed to some clients, including the RV Thor Industry giant.
Meanwhile, Harbinger has also introduced himself in bankruptcy procedures of evil start Cano. Harbinger filed an objection to the sale of Canoo’s assets in her CEO, potentially casting a grief on the 2-month bankruptcy issue.
Redeem Submitted only 8,640 vehicles in the first three months of 2025, the company’s worst grade of the company since the end of 2022. The company says it still expects to submit between 46,000 and 51,000 EV by the end of 2025.
Red wood materialsbattery materials and start of recycling founded by former -Tesla CTO JB Straubelopened a search and development center in San Francisco. The 15,000 -square -foot facility located in the city design circle is equipped with laboratory space to support engineers who will eventually work at any point of the battery ecosystem, from chemical engineering and cathodic science to software and electrical engineering.
