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Tesla Robotaxi Plans
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi stated that Elon Musk is unwilling to integrate Tesla's planned robotaxis with the Uber platform, positioning Uber as a potential future competitor.
Tesla Dealership Vandalism
The FBI and local police are investigating a shooting and arson at a Tesla dealership in Salem, Oregon, marking the second incident at the same location. Windows were broken, and a car was set on fire. An unconfirmed image showed a sticker with the inscription "Kill Elon." This follows a similar vandalism attack on a Tesla dealership in Colorado, where numerous vehicles were spray-painted.
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Community Notes Controversy
X owner Elon Musk addressed concerns about the manipulability of Community Notes after they contradicted Trump.
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Ars Technica
11 hours ago
Elon Musk to “fix” Community Notes after they contradict Trump
X owner backpedals on claim that Community Notes can’t be manipulated.
Gizmodo
12 hours ago
Tesla Dealership in Oregon Gets Shot Up, Drawing FBI Scrutiny
The FBI and local police are investigating a shooting and arson incident at a Tesla dealership in Salem, Oregon, where windows were shattered and a car was set on fire. This follows a similar vandalism incident last month at the same location. An image circulating online showed a sticker with the inscription “Kill Elon,” but its authenticity is unconfirmed. Right-wing influencers are blaming the left for the attack, although the perpetrator’s identity remains unknown. Local residents expressed concern, with one Tesla owner noting Elon Musk’s controversial nature but emphasizing that the dealership shouldn’t be targeted for his actions. This incident follows a recent vandalism attack on a Tesla dealership in Colorado, where numerous vehicles were spray-painted.
Bloomberg.Technology
12 hours ago
Uber CEO Says Musk Wants to Go Alone on Tesla Robotaxi Rollout
Uber Technologies Inc. Chief Executive Officer Dara Khosrowshahi said Elon Musk was not open to making Tesla Inc.’s planned robotaxis available on the ride-sharing platform, making Uber a future competitor.
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Tesla Recalls Vehicles Due to Steering Issue
Tesla is recalling 376,241 vehicles in the U.S., including Model 3 and Model Y vehicles manufactured between Feb. 28, 2023, and Oct. 11, 2023. The issue involves a potential failure in the power-assisted steering systems due to overstressed printed circuit boards. This could require drivers to exert more force to steer, increasing the risk of collisions. A software update will be provided as a solution. The company is not aware of any accidents, injuries, or fatalities related to the problem. This recall follows a similar one in China.
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CNBC.Tech
12 hours ago
Tesla recalls more than 375,000 vehicles in U.S. due to failing power-assisted steering systems
Tesla is recalling 376,241 vehicles in the U.S. to address a potential issue with the power-assisted steering systems. The recall affects Model 3 and Model Y vehicles manufactured between Feb. 28, 2023, and Oct. 11, 2023, equipped with a specific older software release. The printed circuit boards in the steering systems of affected vehicles may become overstressed, potentially causing the power-assist steering to fail, requiring drivers to exert more force to steer, increasing collision risk. Tesla is unaware of any crashes, injuries, or deaths related to this issue and will provide an over-the-air software update as a solution. This recall follows a similar one in China and comes amid ongoing scrutiny of Tesla’s safety systems by regulators.
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Elon Musk to Revamp X's Community Notes Feature
Elon Musk intends to overhaul the Community Notes feature on X, formerly Twitter, after it challenged posts asserting low approval ratings for Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. Musk claims, without proof, that governments and legacy media are manipulating the feature. This decision was triggered by Community Notes refuting claims, including those made by Donald Trump, regarding Zelenskyy's supposed unpopularity. Recent surveys from the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology indicate that 57% of Ukrainians trust Zelenskyy. Tensions have escalated between the Trump administration and the Ukrainian government, with Trump echoing Kremlin views and advocating for new elections in Ukraine, despite constitutional limitations during wartime.
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CNBC.Tech
14 hours ago
Elon Musk has a problem with X’s Community Notes when he disapproves of the results
Elon Musk plans to “fix” X’s Community Notes feature after it corrected posts claiming Ukrainian President Zelenskyy had low approval ratings. Musk, without providing evidence, alleges the feature is being manipulated by governments and legacy media. This decision follows Community Notes contradicting claims, including those by Donald Trump, about Zelenskyy’s unpopularity. Recent polling data from the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology shows that 57% of Ukrainians trust Zelenskyy. Tensions have risen between the Trump administration and the Ukrainian government, with Trump echoing Kremlin sentiments and calling for new elections in Ukraine, despite constitutional restrictions during wartime.
