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Tesla’s vice president of sales and manufacturing for North America and Europe, Omead Afshar, has left the electric vehicle (EV) giant, marking another high-profile exit as the company navigates declining sales and a pivot to autonomous technology. The departure, confirmed by three sources familiar with the matter, comes as Tesla grapples with a 19% year-to-date…
The dream of fully autonomous cars continues to stall, leaving electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts and industry watchers intrigued yet cautious. Despite early optimism following the US military’s Darpa challenge two decades ago, progress toward Level 5 self-driving cars—capable of driving anywhere in all conditions—has hit significant hurdles. A Bloomberg chart projecting automation levels through 2
In May 2025, Tesla’s European sales plummeted for the fifth consecutive month, with only 8,729 vehicles sold across the European Union—a 40.5% decline from the 14,682 units sold in May 2024, according to data from the European Automobile Manufacturers Association. As demand for electric vehicles (EVs) grows, Tesla’s struggles highlight shifting consumer preferences toward affordable…
Tesla’s robotaxi trials in Austin, Texas, have hit roadblocks, with videos from riders revealing multiple driving errors just days into the public test. The incidents, reported by Reuters, highlight challenges in Tesla’s self-driving software as the company pushes toward autonomous vehicle dominance. Early Trials, Early Troubles On the first day of testing, Tesla’s robotaxis—standard Model…
Europe’s electric vehicle (EV) market gained momentum in May 2025, with new-car registrations climbing 1.9% to 1.11 million units, according to the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association. This uptick, driven by robust demand for plug-in hybrids and battery-electric cars, signals a shifting landscape for EV owners and enthusiasts amid global trade tensions and growing competition. The…
A dramatic incident unfolded in the Pacific Ocean late Monday when the Morning Midas, a car carrier transporting electric vehicles (EVs), sank after a fire raged on its deck for weeks. The 600-foot-long vessel, which had been adrift since June 3, succumbed to heavy weather and sank approximately 400 miles off the Alaska coast. This…
On June 19, 2025, over 200 Tesla vehicles, including dozens of Cybertrucks, were removed from Hunter’s Square shopping center in Farmington Hills, Michigan, following a court order citing zoning violations. The decision, reported by Crain’s Detroit Business, highlights tensions between urban planning and the operational needs of electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, raising questions about how…
Land Rover is gearing up to disrupt the luxury electric vehicle (EV) market with the launch of a rugged, entry-level Defender SUV, blending its iconic off-road heritage with cutting-edge electric technology. According to a recent article from AutoWeek, the British automaker plans to introduce its first fully electric SUV in the near future, targeting a…
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