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Tesla applied to the Nevada Transportation Authority for permits for 5,000 autonomous robotaxis in Las Vegas. However, the NTA limited the fleet size to ten vehicles and restricted operations to an approved corridor on The Strip. Permits also capped speed at 45 mph and prohibited passenger pickups within a quarter mile of the airport.

Unitree unveiled its new "Superman" humanoid robot, which the company claims can reach 12.66 meters per second and jump two meters vertically, surpassing Usain Bolt's world records for running and high jumping. This unveiling is taking place ahead of Unitree's much-anticipated $9 billion IPO listing in Shanghai. The article notes that the nascent humanoid robot market is a rapidly accelerating sector.

The article compares Tesla FSD and Rivian Autonomy+, systems for 'hands-free' driving. It states that Rivian is attempting to catch up to Tesla's hands-free capabilities. However, it also notes that Rivian includes additional safety guardrails that the company linked with Elon Musk does not have.

The article advises on what the options market suggests doing with Tesla’s stock, noting that its stock is bouncing. Additionally, the content covers the expected earnings reports next week from Target and Walmart.

The AFL-CIO's annual executive paywatch revealed that Elon Musk received a $158 billion compensation package. This package was reported to be 2.5 million times the average worker's salary in 2025, skewing S&P 500 CEO pay averages to a record high.

Tesla is planning a $10.1 billion solar factory, code-named Project Crystal Sun, in Fort Bend County, Texas. Elon Musk stated that both Tesla and SpaceX are separately targeting 100 GW annually of manufactured solar power in the US. This ambitious capacity would significantly exceed the US's current operational module manufacturing capacity of 74.1 GW.

Robotaxi content creator David Moss documented that Tesla and Waymo are increasing production for their autonomous vehicle fleets. In Mesa, Arizona, Waymo was spotted retrofitting the Ojai platform with sensors, while near Dallas Love Field Airport, a lot stored more than 100 Tesla Cybercabs.

Robotaxi companies like Waymo, Tesla, and Zoox are rapidly scaling their operations across multiple US locations, including expanding services in Dallas and Las Vegas. Beyond the US, Uber and Wayve have received approval for supervised autonomous rides in London, with Waymo also planning a commercial service there. However, experts caution that this fast pace of growth will lead to increased exposure to complex 'edge cases' and technical problems.

A beloved husband has been named as the third victim in an In-N-Out shooting, with his wife remaining in critical condition after they were shot through the windshield of their Tesla, according to friends.

Three people were arrested after Lone Tree police investigated a 'suspicious' Tesla on July 29.

Lucid's new CEO, Silvio Napoli, admitted the company launched vehicles before they were ready, leading to software issues in the Air and Gravity models. The company reported a $1 billion net loss, delayed the Cosmos midsize SUV to 2027, and announced workforce reductions.

SpaceX is increasing its purchase of Tesla's Megapack batteries in Q2 to power its Colossus AI data centers located in Greater Memphis.

An out-of-control Tesla crashed into multiple homes, leaving a trail of destruction in an Orange County neighborhood overnight. The incident caused significant damage to several properties in the area.

Virginia is developing regulations for self-driving vehicles to address safety and liability concerns, with a workgroup including transportation officials, law enforcement, and experts. The group aims to establish a uniform statewide approach, avoiding conflicting local rules, and proposed a multi-stage framework focusing on conditional and high automation levels.

SpaceX has committed to exclusively using Nvidia GPUs for its AI computing needs, citing the Vera Rubin architecture as the best available. CEO Elon Musk emphasized the partnership's value, while Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang praised Musk's work. The move excludes competitors like Intel and AMD, despite common industry diversification strategies.

BYD plans to debut its first humanoid robots in August as competition with Tesla intensifies. Brazil is highlighted as the largest buyer of Chinese cars, including EVs.

BYD plans to debut its first humanoid robots in August as Chinese electric car makers expand into embodied artificial intelligence. Brazil has been named the largest buyer of Chinese cars, including electric vehicles.

Tesla's China EV sales increased for a ninth consecutive month, while BYD achieved its highest monthly sales of the year and Leapmotor exceeded 100,000 units for two months in a row, surpassing Tesla China.

Elon Musk faces investor scrutiny during SpaceX's first public earnings call as shares decline by half from their June peak. Concerns include financial losses, Starship rocket testing delays, and insider stock sales following a lockup expiration. SpaceX's satellite business Starlink generates cash, but its AI and social media ventures remain unprofitable.

SpaceX stock has lost half its value since June, prompting investor concerns over Elon Musk's future plans and financial performance. The company faces its first quarterly earnings report since going public, with expected second-quarter losses of $1.9 billion and insider share sales set to increase after a lockup period expires. Musk may address delays in Starship rocket testing, Starlink's growth, and unconfirmed merger rumors with Tesla.

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) makers and Tesla are competing in Western Europe, with Chinese brands' combined market share rising to 10.7% in Q2 2026 from 5.7% a year earlier. Rising EV demand and volatile oil prices are driving this shift.

NASA is using Tesla's Cybertruck for astronaut rescue missions despite the vehicle having 11 recalls for defects like falling trim panels and stuck accelerator pedals. The Cybertruck will replace heavily armored MRAPs used for rapid launchpad evacuations, with NASA citing speed and ease of use as advantages. The decision was announced during a discussion about the SpaceX Crew-13 mission to the International Space Station.

Elon Musk will face investor questions during SpaceX's first public earnings call, as shares have dropped by half from their June peak due to concerns about overselling future prospects. The company is expected to report a $1.9 billion Q2 loss, with ongoing financial struggles despite Starlink's revenue contributions. A lockup expiration may trigger volatile trading as insiders can sell shares.

Elon Musk will face investor questions during SpaceX's first public earnings call, as shares have halved from their June peak due to concerns about future prospects. The company faces potential volatile trading after a lockup provision expires, and reports significant financial losses, though analysts predict a possible rebound. Musk may address Starship rocket testing, Starlink's growth, and unconfirmed merger rumors with Tesla.

The Boring Company is hiring more workers to build the Music City Loop, a Tesla taxi tunnel in Nashville. The project, supported by Gov. Bill Lee and the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority, faces opposition from the Metro Nashville Council due to concerns over oversight and transparency.

Smart charging stations for electric vehicles, designed to offer features like smartphone monitoring and touchless payments, are identified as having serious technical vulnerabilities. Security analyst Ofer Shezaf warns that hackers could exploit these stations to access user logins, payments, and city/utility systems, or disrupt networks.

SpaceX is set to release its first earnings report following a post-IPO stock price decline. Elon Musk, who also faces scrutiny after Tesla's recent underwhelming earnings, will present the results to investors.

BYD's electric vehicle sales rose 22% year-over-year in July, driven by three consecutive months of export growth, as domestic demand in China declines. Tesla's European sales recovered due to higher fuel prices, but European perceptions of Chinese government support for BYD are less negative than Tesla's association with Elon Musk, amid potential restructuring of Tesla's China business.

Last year, BYD overtook Tesla as the world's top seller of fully electric vehicles despite the U.S. market being closed to them. The article highlights China's long-term investments in EV innovation and potential impacts of protective tariffs on American automakers.

Last year, BYD surpassed Tesla as the top seller of fully electric vehicles despite being excluded from the U.S. market. The article highlights China's long-term investment in innovation driving EV success and warns that U.S. protective tariffs could harm domestic automakers.

The article titled 'Tesla Spyware' discusses potential security concerns related to Tesla vehicles. It references a Hacker News comment thread for further discussion.

Elon Musk's fortune has dropped to pre-SpaceX IPO levels, with his wealth declining by over $600 billion in a month. The decline is linked to a 46% fall in SpaceX's stock price and a 17% drop in Tesla shares following recent financial reports.

Two new Tesla Superchargers have opened in the Bay Area, specifically in Concord and South San Francisco. The Concord charging station is located at the Clayton Valley Shopping Center on Ygnacio Valley Road and has seven superchargers.

Friends and loved ones gathered to remember a teenager killed in a crash involving an electric motorcycle and a Tesla in Burbank. A small memorial with flowers, candles, stuffed animals, and handwritten messages was set up near the intersection of Hollywood Way and Alameda Avenue.

Amazon, Alphabet, and Tesla reported negative cash flow in the latest quarter, while Meta's cash generation dropped by 91%. The article highlights rising costs associated with AI development in the tech sector.

Tesla is reportedly considering offloading its China business to facilitate a potential merger with SpaceX. The Wall Street Journal reported that some Tesla executives have been instructed to prepare for the separation of the company's China operations.

Elon Musk denied reports that Tesla is considering selling its China business, calling the speculation 'absurdly fake news.' The article highlights concerns about Tesla's reliance on its Shanghai manufacturing hub.

Elon Musk dismissed a report suggesting Tesla is considering selling its China business, calling it 'absurdly fake news.' The speculation has raised questions about Tesla's reliance on its Shanghai manufacturing hub.

A Chinese man resembling Elon Musk is being mobbed by fans due to his likeness to the Tesla tycoon.

Adi Prasad, cofounder and CEO of Matter, shares lessons learned from working with Elon Musk at Tesla and Travis Kalanick at CloudKitchens during his 20s. He highlights Musk's first-principles thinking and Kalanick's approach to scaling businesses as key influences on his entrepreneurial journey.