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Uber Freight has recently announced a groundbreaking partnership with Tesla to drive the adoption of electric Class 8 trucks through their Dedicated EV Fleet Accelerator Program. This initiative aims to address common barriers faced by carriers when integrating Tesla Semis into their operations, such as high upfront costs, infrastructure limitations, and uncertainty around return on investment. At the core of this collaboration is the Tesla Semi, a revolutionary truck capable of covering up to 500 miles on a single charge, featuring rapid 1.2 MW charging capabilities, and a hefty payload capacity ranging from 45,000 to 47,000 lbs. Real-world trials have…
Tesla Stock Called “The Biggest Meme Stock” by Yale School of Management Dean Tesla, listed on NASDAQ: TSLA, has recently been labeled as “the biggest meme stock we’ve ever seen” by Jeff Sonnenfeld, Senior Associate Dean at Yale School of Management, in a recent interview with CNBC. Sonnenfeld’s remarks reflect the sentiments of many skeptics of the company, who argue that Tesla’s price-to-earnings ratio is excessively high compared to other tech companies like Apple, Nvidia, and Microsoft. While Tesla does trade at a significantly higher P/E ratio than its peers, it is essential to note that Tesla is not traded…
Tesla owners are being reminded of the importance of using the vehicle’s dedicated car wash mode, thanks to a TikTok highlighting the unique feature. On Sept. 12, TikTok user @mardofinds highlighted the feature in a video that has amassed over 32,600 views. “Quick PSA for all new Tesla owners,” he said. In the video, he warned that failing to enable Car Wash Mode before cleaning the vehicle could lead to costly damage. “I’ve seen one too many Tesla videos of owners messing up their cars because they didn’t know about this feature,” Mardo said. He explained that owners must select…
Tesla is making changes to its vehicle door handles following increased scrutiny from regulators regarding safety concerns. In a recent interview on Bloomberg’s Hot Pursuit podcast, Tesla’s design chief Franz von Holzhausen revealed plans for a redesign of the door handles. The redesign will involve combining the electronic and manual door-release mechanisms, which are currently located in separate areas inside the cabin, into a single control. Von Holzhausen explained that merging the two mechanisms into one button makes sense and is something the company is actively working on. This change aims to make Tesla’s door handles more intuitive in emergency…
Tesla Stock: A Meme Stock Phenomenon Yale School of Management Senior Associate Dean Jeff Sonnenfeld recently dubbed Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) as “the biggest meme stock we’ve ever seen,” drawing attention to the electric car company’s soaring valuation. In a recent interview with CNBC, Sonnenfeld highlighted Tesla’s sky-high price-to-earnings ratio compared to other tech companies like Apple, Nvidia, and Microsoft. While Tesla’s P/E ratio is significantly higher than its peers, it’s important to note that Tesla is not your typical company when it comes to trading. Many analysts and skeptics have pointed out that Tesla’s stock is often driven by narrative…
Tesla is currently in the process of redesigning its electronic door handles to address safety concerns raised by drivers and regulators. Franz von Holzhausen, Tesla’s design chief, recently revealed to Bloomberg that the company is working on a new door-release design that aims to improve operability in emergency situations. The new design will involve combining the electronic and manual door release functions into a single button, making it easier for occupants to exit the vehicle quickly in a panic situation. This move comes in response to reports received by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) regarding instances where…
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety recently provided an update on its 2025 testing progress, focusing on seven electric vehicles currently undergoing evaluation. The results of the evaluations have been mixed, with no Top Safety Picks expected in this year’s group. Despite this, several vehicles have shown decent performances during testing. The vehicles being evaluated include the 2025 BMW i4, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Ford F-150 Lightning, Nissan Ariya, Tesla Cybertruck, Tesla Model 3, and Volkswagen ID Buzz. Each vehicle has its own unique features, making direct comparisons challenging. However, the Cybertruck and F-150 Lightning have been closely matched in the…
Tesla has recently made a significant change to its Full Self-Driving penalty system, known as the “doghouse,” which will be welcomed by drivers. The doghouse refers to the penalty period that Tesla imposes on drivers who receive multiple infractions related to distracted driving. Previously, Tesla implemented a seven-day ban on the use of Full Self-Driving for drivers who received five strikes in a vehicle equipped with a cabin camera and three strikes for those without a cabin camera. The company also allowed for the forgiveness of one strike per week of Full Self-Driving use, provided that no additional strikes were…
In a recent interview, Pope Leo XIV made headlines with his sharp criticism of corporate pay structures, particularly singling out Tesla CEO Elon Musk and other business leaders for their widening wealth gaps. The pontiff warned that this excessive concentration of wealth could have detrimental effects on societal values and exacerbate global polarization. However, upon closer examination, it seems that Pope Leo XIV may have misunderstood Elon Musk’s pay package and the potential benefits it could bring to Tesla shareholders and the world at large. Musk’s wealth is largely tied to his stakes in his companies, such as Tesla and…
Porsche has taken a significant step forward in the development of its electric vehicles by testing the Cayenne EV virtually using AI and simulations more extensively than ever before. This innovative approach has resulted in several key benefits for the company. One of the most notable advantages of this virtual testing is the significant reduction in the number of physical prototypes that needed to be built and subsequently destroyed during the testing phase. By utilizing computer simulations and artificial intelligence, Porsche was able to save approximately 120 prototypes from being constructed and then discarded after testing. This not only saves…