Elon Musk’s Toxicity Could Spell Disaster for Tesla
Staggering sales drops, swastika-daubed EVs, companies culling fleet models, and fan-forum owners selling their cars—Elon Musk's alt-right antics are seriously impacting his electric car business.
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What’s Driving Tesla’s Woes?
As Tesla faces a global sales slump, and with shares down for the seventh consecutive week, could Elon Musk's antics really be to blame?
‘Over 1 Million’ People Wanted a Cybertruck. Where Are They?
“Demand is off the charts!” Elon Musk crowed at the end of 2023, citing more than a million reservations for Tesla's polarizing polygonic pickup—so why has it still sold less than 50,000?
This Is Why High-End Electric Cars Are Failing
There's a simple reason why high-end EVs have failed to spark the imaginations of auto buyers. To remedy this, manufacturers need to revisit the days of the Model T.
The UK Now Has Its Own Illegal Rubberized Cybertruck on the Road
Following the Czech Cybertruck’s example, now there’s a rubber bumper-pimped Tesla truck attempting to be certified for use on British highways. This time, however, the chances of success look slim.
BYD’s Free Self-Driving Tech Might Not Be Such a Boon After All
Aside from unfavorable comparisons to rival advanced driver systems, calling it God’s Eye could be as misleading a moniker as Tesla’s Full Self-Driving.
Emergency Braking Will Save Lives. Automakers Want to Charge Extra for It
The tech exists, and vehicles on the road already have it, yet a consortium of carmakers doesn’t want to make this lifesaving equipment standard. The reason is as old as the hills—money.
Polestar Has a Bold Plan—Get Better at Selling Cars
The China-controlled EV brand has been losing tens of thousands of dollars on every car sold. With a US ban on Chinese car sales looming, the company needs to quickly turn things around.
What Makes a Car Lovable? It's Not the Tech, It's the Cup Holders
Frustration with the size, location, and design of cup holders in new cars is on the rise—and it holds enormous influence on whether we buy a ride or not.
Why Are Car Software Updates Still So Bad?
Over-the-air upgrades can not only transform your ride, they can help carmakers slash costs. Here's why they're still miles away from being seamless.