Tuesday Ticker: What’s in store for Stellantis post-Tavares era; Tesla sees shares rise 54 percent year-to-date
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly Tuesday Ticker, Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares departs his position, while Tesla continues on a rising trend after experiencing a 13 percent increase in its stock price last week. Ta-ta, Tavares After four years as the CEO of Stellantis, Carlos Tavares has parted ways with the automaker amid its struggling […]
Rear Frame Restorations: Tesla Cybertruck’s frame snaps after hitting pothole; costs owner $34,000 in repairs
Toronto, Ontario — A Tesla Cybertruck owner recently shared on social media that despite his truck’s rear subframe being shattered from a pothole and costing $34,000 to fix, they still believe that the vehicle is “the most amazing truck ever.” Notably, the owner originally shared on Facebook and Reddit that after four months to repair, […]
EV/AV Report: Emergency respondents raise concerns over Tesla safety; while Toyota teaches self-driving vehicles to do doughnuts
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electronic and autonomous vehicle report, emergency respondents raise concerns over the safety of Tesla vehicles in a collision after a collision in Toronto last month; while Toyota teaches self-driving vehicles to do doughnuts in the name of improved road safety. Tesla trials Emergency respondents have voiced concerns over the […]
EV/AV Report: Stellantis invests in wind tunnel to test for electric vehicle aerodynamics; while the NHTSA opens an investigation into Tesla’s FSD systems following crashes
Toronto, Ontario — In this electric and autonomous vehicle report, Stellantis unveils its Moving Ground Plane (MGP) technology to test the aerodynamic potential of electric vehicles; while the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) launches an investigation into Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system following four collisions. Breaking into wind Stellantis recently unveiled its Moving Ground […]
Tuesday Ticker: Tesla unveils its robotaxi; while Polestar announces plans to ‘actually sell cars’
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly Tuesday Ticker, Tesla unveils its fully autonomous robotaxi and leaves investors wanting more; while electric vehicle manufacturer Polestar plans to begin selling more vehicles via dealerships. Here comes the Cybercab Last Thursday, the launch of Tesla’s long-promised driverless taxi reportedly left investors with a desire for more details about […]
Underwriting Uncertainties: GEICO terminating insurance coverage for Tesla’s Cybertruck, says vehicle doesn’t meet underwriting guidelines
Toronto, Ontario — GEICO has revealed that it will not be covering Tesla’s Cybertruck under its insurance system, saying that the vehicle doesn’t meet its underwriting guidelines. Tesla Cybertruck owner, Robert Stevenson recently revealed that GEICO is removing the Cybertruck from its policy plan, commenting on social media platform X that “@GEICO said they can […]
Tuesday Ticker: Analysts warn Tesla robotaxi event may fall short of expectations; European battery firm lays off workers, scales back plans
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly Tuesday Ticker, Morgan Stanley warns that Tesla’s Oct. 10 event may fall short of wickedly high expectations. Plus, a Swedish-based battery firm faces further struggles. Building suspense for stock’s sake Tesla’s Robotaxi is set to debut at the company’s event on Oct. 10—but fans and analysts are worried the […]
EV/AV Report: GM EV drivers gain access to Tesla superchargers; while distracted drivers learn how to get around autonomous vehicle warnings
Toronto, Ontario — In this electric and autonomous vehicle report, General Motors EV drivers gain access to Tesla superchargers; while an IIHS study reveals that perhaps too many drivers are multitasking while their vehicles are set for partially automated driving. GM gets supercharged On September 18, 2024, General Motors (GM) and Tesla announced that Chevy, […]
Rebate Restrictions: Canada to eliminate federal rebates on Chinese-made electric vehicles
Ottawa, Ontario — The Canadian government has announced that alongside imposing a 100 percent tariff on Chinese made electric vehicles, it will also be eliminating the $5,000 federal rebate typically available for electric vehicles. In an announcement made earlier this month, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated that beginning October 1, 2024, the government will […]
EV/AV Report: South Korea enforces battery certification; while experts unsure of Tesla’s Full Self-Driving capabilities
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, South Korea has announced plans to enforce electric vehicle battery certifications and other safety standards; while industry experts remain unsure of Tesla’s Full Self-Driving capabilities. Fire fortifications South Korea has announced steps to mitigate EV anxiety in response to a recent electric vehicle battery […]
