Tesla Axes Cybertruck Range Extender, Refunds Deposits

Thursday, May 8, 2025, 7:20 am more...

Tesla has officially canceled its $16,000 Cybertruck range extender project amid ongoing criticisms about battery performance promises. The automaker confirmed the decision via customer emails, promising full refunds on deposits, and leaving observers both relieved and amused by yet another twist in its unconventional product saga.

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techspot.com / Tesla cancels $16,000 Cybertruck range extender

theverge.com / Tesla finally calls it quits on Cybertruck range extender

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Ford Adjusts Vehicle Prices Amid Tariff Pressure

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 12:21 pm more...

Ford is shaking up its pricing strategy as tariffs on Mexican-made vehicles force a reassessment of costs. While reports confirm a price hike of around $2,000 for models like the Mustang Mach‑E, some inventory remains immune to these increases—proving that even in auto pricing, not all parts are created equal.

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bloomberg.com/technology / Mexican Leaders Cheer Apollo’s Rowan for Pushing US-Mexico Deal - Bloomberg.com

engadget.com / Ford will raise Mustang Mach-E prices in part due to tariffs

arstechnica.com / Ford raises prices on Mexican-made cars—but not the full tariff cost

techcrunch.com / Ford hikes Mustang Mach-E price due to Trump’s tariffs

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Rivian reduces vehicle guidance amid tariff turbulence

Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 5:20 pm more...

Amid turbulent economic policies and trade frictions, electric vehicle maker Rivian has trimmed its delivery forecast. Citing disruptive tariffs and regulatory changes, the company’s revised outlook reflects a cautious approach in these choppy waters, leaving investors to wonder if even EVs aren’t immune to political storms.

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reuters.com/business / EV makers Rivian, Lucid flag increasing costs as tariffs bite - Reuters

techcrunch.com / Rivian earnings: EV maker cuts delivery guidance because of Trump’s tariffs and trade wars

techcrunch.com / Rivian cuts delivery guidance because of Trump’s tariffs and trade wars

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Zoox robotaxi recall after Las Vegas collision

Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 3:20 pm more...

Amazon-owned Zoox abruptly halted its driverless program following a collision in Las Vegas, prompting a comprehensive software recall for its entire fleet. The company’s decision came amid mounting safety concerns and regulatory scrutiny, leaving industry watchers and safety experts to wonder if the recall might have been a tad too little, too late.

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theverge.com / Amazon’s Zoox issued a robotaxi software recall after a crash in Las Vegas

engadget.com / Zoox issues software recall for all robotaxis following Las Vegas collision

techcrunch.com / Amazon-owned Zoox issues recall following robotaxi crash

cnbc.com / Amazon's Zoox robotaxi unit issues software recall after recent Las Vegas crash

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Cadillac unveils and reviews its luxurious Celestiq EV debut

Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 10:20 am more...

Cadillac has introduced its bespoke, ultra-luxury Celestiq EV—priced at a cool $360,000—and soon after, reviewers got behind the wheel. The hands-on impressions highlight its design flair and premium feel, sparking debates about whether this high-priced ride can bring back Cadillac’s former glory, with a wink of stylish irreverence.

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techcrunch.com / Can the Cadillac Celestiq EV make GM’s luxury brand great again? Don’t rule it out

techcrunch.com / Can the Celestiq EV make Cadillac great again? Don’t rule it out

theverge.com / Cadillac Celestiq first drive: the bespoke, $360,000 EV is here

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