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Finland Temporarily Approves Tesla Assisted DrivingAuto — 21hFinland has provisionally approved Tesla’s Assisted Driving system for use on its roads after the company renamed it from Full Self-Driving and tightened speed controls. The approval does not commit Finland to backing EU-wide authorization, which could be considered in December; regulators also noted the system may face limits in snow, slush or dirt.

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Marcus Bell Finland's caution with snow and slush makes sense given how the system was rebranded just to get approval.

Tesla Robotaxi Opens San Antonio, Extends Austin HoursTech — 3dTesla launched Robotaxi service in San Antonio, its fifth Texas city, while Austin service expanded to 21 hours a day, from 5 a.m. to 2 a.m. The Austin change leaves a three-hour overnight pause as Tesla works toward its stated goal of round-the-clock operations by the end of 2026.

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Tesla plans Texas Cybertruck wind-down for Cybercab — 5dTesla plans to wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas factory around mid-2027 to make room for increased Cybercab production. The company has not said whether Cybertruck production will move elsewhere or end entirely; the shift comes as Tesla prioritizes its robotaxi ambitions and the truck has faced weak demand and quality issues.

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Maya Lindstrom It's a shame to see the Cybertruck line scaled back when so many orders are still waiting.

SpaceX and Tesla Lose Over $420 Billion in Market Value1 source — 5d

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Nicole Hardy SpaceX valuation drops like this could slow down their launch schedules if funding gets tighter.

Tesla Plans Cybertruck Wind-Down at Texas Factory — Nov 4, 2026Tesla has reportedly added overnight production at its Giga Texas factory, with two 12-hour shifts planned through at least the end of 2026 and fewer holiday shutdowns. Tesla has not confirmed the change or specified which models will get the added capacity; reports point to Model Y demand and potential Cybercab needs as possible drivers.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Tesla Registrations Surge Across Northern EuropeAuto — Nov 2, 2026Tesla registrations jumped 248% in Sweden, 131% in Norway and 34% in Denmark in October 2026; Tesla led Norway at 9.8% while Chinese brands hit a record 22.5% there.

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Nicole Hardy Chinese brands gaining fast in Denmark proves the competition is heating up beyond just Tesla.

Tesla, Samsung oppose US tariffs on Vietnam as steel and solar firms seek penaltiesBusiness — Nov 2, 2026Tesla asked USTR to weigh US manufacturers' supply chains ahead of a Nov. 29 Vietnam IP deadline; steel and solar groups seek new tariffs.

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Nicole Hardy Vietnam should get a fair look in this probe instead of rushed penalties that ignore the full supply picture.

Seoul Court Rejects Tesla Owners Refund Suit Over Full Self-DrivingAuto — Oct 29, 2026Seoul Central District Court on Oct. 29, 2026 dismissed all Tesla FSD refund claims, holding the option never promised Level 5 autonomy.

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Marcus Bell The court decision makes sense since Tesla never guaranteed Level 5 driving in the first place.

EVgo opens first Chicago Supercharger, plans expansionAuto — 6dEVgo opened its first Tesla Supercharger site near downtown Chicago, a 12-stall station with Magic Dock that supports NACS and CCS vehicles. The site is the first in a planned nationwide rollout of hundreds, alongside EVgo’s separate effort to add 500 NACS-equipped stalls by the end of 2026.

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Ferrari CEO Rates Tesla Roadster 10/10 — Oct 20, 2026Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna rated Tesla's Roadster presentation 10/10 for technology and 10/10 for communication, thanking it for showing the industry can still dare.

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Tom Gallagher Those repeated delays make me doubt Tesla will hit the 2028 production date this time around.

Tesla Q3 revenue beats estimates as deliveries rebound but AI spending weighs on profit — Oct 21, 2026Operating income fell 56% to $718 million as Tesla posted $28.05 billion in Q3 revenue, beating the $27.88 billion estimate.

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Sam Okafor Tesla's energy storage growth looks promising but pouring cash into AI at this scale risks delaying profits for years.

New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Space X and Tesla exploring merger, CEO Elon Musk says — Oct 20, 2026Elon Musk said SpaceX and Tesla boards formed special committees to discuss a merger; SpaceX shares rose 8% after hours.

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Jared Kim I doubt this helps Tesla owners much since SpaceX stays private and any deal could dilute focus on car production targets.

Tesla Driver Reports FSD During Fatal I-80 CrashAuto — Oct 22, 2026A 71-year-old man was killed on westbound I-80 in Vallejo after a Tesla traveling about 70 mph struck him; the driver told California Highway Patrol the car was operating in Full Self-Driving mode. CHP said dashcam footage showed the Tesla braking and swerving, and that at least one other vehicle later hit the man and left without stopping; the crash remains under investigation.

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Tesla shows off new flying Roadster concept2 sources — Oct 17, 2026

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Jared Kim This concept might work someday but it seems way too expensive for most drivers compared to regular cars.

Tesla widens Houston robotaxi zone eight to ten times larger — Oct 26, 2026Tesla has substantially expanded its Houston Robotaxi service area, extending coverage from northwest Houston toward downtown and Bellaire; estimates suggest the zone is roughly eight to 10 times larger than before. Its rocket-shaped boundary sparked speculation about a SpaceX reference, though Elon Musk called the resemblance coincidental, and reports say Houston’s service still has a limited driverless fleet and no public Cybercab rides.

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Build a pizza and the AI guesses your ageQuizie — QuizCrust to final slice, every topping is evidence. The AI guesses your age — and explains exactly which choice gave you away.

Tesla's New Roadster Vs. the World's Worst Driver — Oct 17, 2026

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Rachel Meyers I hope the test shows real safety gains because too many drivers still treat highways like a video game.

Tesla Switches Full Self-Driving Label to Assisted Driving on European SitesAuto — Oct 15, 2026Tesla has renamed Full Self-Driving as Tesla Assisted Driving in Europe after German officials called the old name misleading; the underlying driver-supervised features remain, and Tesla retains the FSD name in the United States. Slovakia reportedly became the ninth European country to approve the system, but EU-wide approval remains pending amid objections, including over speed-limit rules.

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Man in Zombie Costume Charged After Austin Coffee Shop StabbingWorld — Oct 29, 2026Shankar Temple Grace, 20, was charged with two counts of aggravated assault after police say he stabbed two people at Austin’s Buzz Mill Coffee Wednesday night in a zombie costume, then hit an unoccupied Tesla Cybercab.

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Institutional Investors Expand Tesla StakesFinance — Oct 17, 2026Several investment firms reported new or increased Tesla holdings in the third quarter, while institutional investors collectively own about 66.2% of the company’s shares. Analyst views remain mixed, with some maintaining hold ratings and others turning more bullish.

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Porsche reaction to flying Tesla fuels viral right meme — Oct 17, 2026Meme Wars: trending on the Right today.

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Elena Vasquez Memes aside, this just proves traditional sports car makers feel the heat from new tech.

Meme from catturd2 trends among conservatives targeting leftists and Tesla — Oct 16, 2026Meme Wars: trending on the Right today.

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Pedestrian Killed by Tesla on Interstate 80Auto — Oct 19, 2026A Tesla driver told investigators he was asleep while using Full Self-Driving when his car entered a closed section of I-80 in California and struck an occupied CHP cruiser, seriously injuring two officers. The officers were later released from the hospital; the crash remains under investigation, and CHP stressed that the driver-assistance system is not autonomous and requires constant supervision.

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Tesla, SpaceX Committees Weigh $3.5 Trillion Merger — Oct 17, 2026Tesla and SpaceX merger speculation has intensified, with Barclays reportedly projecting a possible announcement by December and the companies’ shared technology, including the Roadster’s SpaceX thrusters, cited as evidence of closer ties. Reports of employees following one another on X are unverified, and neither company has confirmed a deal; any merger would require shareholder and regulatory approval.

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I-80 Crashes Kill One, Injure Two CHP OfficersAuto — Oct 14, 2026A fatal crash on eastbound Interstate 80 near Fairfield was followed about an hour later by a Tesla striking a CHP patrol car at the scene, injuring two officers who were later released from the hospital. Investigators have not determined whether the Tesla’s self-driving feature was active, and both crashes remain under investigation.

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Tesla shifts Texas production focus to Cybercab