Articles by tag: Tesla

New Pricing Strategies and Charging Standards Are Crucial to Mitigate Profitability Challenges in the EV Sector

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Recent fluctuations in Tesla’s quarterly earnings and a general moderation in the growth of electric vehicles (EVs) in the U.S. market have raised concerns about the profitability challenges facing the EV industry. Despite an initial explosive growth, the increase in market share is showing signs of slowing down. These shifts occur amidst a broader…

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Texas’ Decision on Tesla Universal Charging Isn’t a Mandate. It’s an Inevitability.

The Lone Star State’s  decision on universal charging through Tesla technology could reshape the future of EV charging across the U.S. Standing at the forefront of a $5 billion initiative to electrify America’s highways, Texas has taken a bold step by endorsing Tesla’s charging technology for EV stations. This move could unlock significant federal…

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Texas’ Recent EV Mandate is a Plus For Tesla. Will it Make Charging Easier to Access for EV Drivers?

As electric vehicles (EVs) gain traction the concept of the EV mandate will follow. The question isn’t just about the cars themselves, but the infrastructure supporting them. Two weeks ago, Texas mandated specifying that in order for electric vehicle charging companies to get federal funds, they must have Tesla’s charging technology at their charging…

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Tesla Wins Key Battle for EV Charging Dominance with GM & Ford Partnerships. Has It Won the War?

It’s almost a truism at this point that Tesla has the strongest brand presence and strategy in the whole EV market. Though they’re still outpaced globally by Chinese firm BYD, Tesla is the leading U.S. manufacturer for electric vehicles and as of Q1 2023, is only increasing its profits and market share. And earlier…

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Tesla’s Master Plan Part Three: Musk Goes Big on Ambition, Short on Bells and Whistles

Investor day didn’t turn out to be Christmas in Austin, Texas. Elon Musk revealed the third part of Tesla’s Master Plan, which aims to eliminate fossil fuels and convert the world to sustainable energy. Details of “Master Plan 3” include a myriad of sustainable goals through home heat pump installations, adding more electric vehicles,…

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On the Road – Tesla Style

Let’s talk about Tesla. The electric car company founded in 2003 has arguably made headlines nearly every year since their first production of an EV, the Roadster, in 2008. And despite the sharp and steady decline in stock market value over the past nine months, Tesla has posted strong Q4 sales, in fact, the…

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The Need for Radar and Visual Cameras for Autonomous Driving

The promise of fully autonomous driving, glimpsed by the emergence of Tesla, may have hit a speed bump. The FCC granted approval for Tesla to use a new radar in its vehicles. And Tesla recently filed for an extension to this confidential treatment. But didn’t Tesla remove radar on some of its cars in…

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Leverage Data-Driven Tools and Local SEO for Maximum Search Engine Rankings
July 26, 2024

As businesses continue to navigate the digital landscape, data-driven tools are more crucial than ever for effective SEO strategies. Understanding and implementing the proper SEO practices can make a significant difference with evolving algorithms and competitive markets. Given that 75% of users never scroll past the first page of search results, this statistic underscores…

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On-Device AI is Today’s Tech Innovation, Competition and Market Leadership Driver
July 26, 2024

On-device AI revolutionizes the tech landscape, making it a critical factor for industry dominance. This cutting-edge technology directly integrates advanced AI capabilities into devices, transforming consumer and enterprise applications. This shift stems from the need for improved performance, reduced latency, enhanced data privacy & security, and personalized user experiences. With advancements in neural processing…

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The Role of AI in Modern Supply Chains: Insights from Aaron Hatfield at Arvist
July 26, 2024

Artificial intelligence rapidly transforms modern supply chains, with companies like Arvist leading the charge. In a recent episode of Hammer Down, hosted by Mike Bush, Aaron Hatfield, the Head of Sales at Arvist, sheds light on AI’s practical applications and benefits in enhancing supply chain operations. Is AI in the supply chain a double-edged…

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Training New Semiconductor Manufacturing Professionals is Key to Meet Coming Domestic Manufacturing Demand
July 26, 2024

Over the past few years, the U.S. has made significant strides in semiconductor manufacturing, driven by substantial investments and strategic policies. With the CHIPS Act expected to triple domestic semiconductor manufacturing capacity by 2032, the need for a skilled workforce is more urgent than ever. This discussion explores the key question: What does the…

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Tesla to Add Radar in Hopes of Achieving Full Self Driving in Vehicles
December 13, 2022

Tesla radar technology is back in the news. Last year Elon Musk made it clear that Tesla was ditching its radar technology and that Full Self Driving (FSD) would be made safer by only using Vision, or camera-only, technology. However, Tesla’s Certification Engineer, Cindi Li, wrote to the FCC last week asking for a confidentiality…

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What Tesla Electric Semi-trucks Mean for Pepsi Co. and the Trucking Industry
December 9, 2022

Elon Musk recently shipped the first order of the Tesla electric semi-trucks to Pepsi Co. with a few more companies to follow in coming months. This marks the beginning of Tesla’s new long-range hauling vehicle finally hitting the road and entering into the shipping and hauling industry. Bob Galyen of Galyen Energy LLC notes that…

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Do Tesla’s Outages Reflect a Software Challenge for OEMs?
December 29, 2021

Earlier this year, Tesla users found themselves in a bit of a digital pickle when the car company’s mobile app experienced a worldwide outage, which users need to lock, unlock and start their vehicles. Though the app-based access point is meant to create ease of use and an elevated tech-focused experience, it acted as a…

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Volkswagen Strengthens Hold in US Vehicle Market with EV Push
July 16, 2021

After establishing a confident market share in Europe and commanding over 20% of the market in China, Volkswagen is hoping to finally make a splash in the one market it can’t quite seem to get a hold on – the US. Its strategy? Placing even more confidence in its EV future. That confidence is coming…

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Carmakers Learn to Live With Chip Shortage: Auto Sales Update
July 2, 2021

(Bloomberg) — Automakers’ sales soared in the second quarter as resurgent consumers snapped up sport utility vehicles and pickups, but thin inventories created by the global semiconductor shortage are tempering the pace of the industry’s recovery. General Motors Co., Toyota Motor Corp. and others said Thursday that their sales soared in the most recent quarter,…

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Tesla Sells $101 Million of Bitcoin to Demonstrate the Currency’s Liquidity
April 29, 2021

Elon Musk said Tesla Inc. demonstrated the liquidity of Bitcoin by selling 10% of its holdings during the first quarter. Watch below as Bloomberg’s Katie Greifeld and Bloomberg Intelligence’s Mike McGlone discuss on “Quicktake Charge.”   “Bitcoin, Tesla’s figured out, is becoming a new version of gold.”   Host: Can you just explain to us…

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Creating a Cloud Platform to Solve the Automotive Recall Nightmare
April 12, 2021

The way we communicate, share data and use technology to act on those insights is changing – and it’s all leading to the cloud. On In the Cloud, every week new experts will engage in a fire side chat and will bring their extensive experience in software, IT and mobile solutions straight to you, offering a…

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Can Geely Join the Ranks of Luxury EV Brands?
March 31, 2021

Some of the recent talk about the growing market for electric vehicles has centered around making EV offerings more affordable to capture a broader swath of would-be owners – but Geely is taking a different approach. The China-based auto manufacturer and parent company for Volvo and Daimler AG is expanding its vision and footprint in…

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VW’s Hopes of Catching Tesla Hinge on a $30 Billion Tech Reboot
March 14, 2021

(Bloomberg) — Max Senges traded the visionary buzz of Silicon Valley for an old-school German industrial center bracing for a dramatic overhaul. As head of a new coding school in Wolfsburg, the former Google researcher is a small but important part of Volkswagen AG’s massive push into software. The strategy — involving more than $30 billion in…

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