Elon Musk says this part of Tesla ‘makes no sense’
There are no new updates regarding Elon Musk's comments on Tesla components or the federal regulatory scrutiny of the Cybercab. Previous reports indicate the autonomous robotaxi lacks a steering wheel, pedals, and rearview mirrors, leading to questions from investor Steve Eisman about Tesla's stock valuation. The commercial deployment of this vehicle remains dependent on federal approval of its steering-wheel-free design. Current available data provides no new statements from Musk or regulatory bodies concerning the project.
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- ✓ There are no new updates regarding Elon Musk's comments on Tesla components or the federal regulatory scrutiny of the Cybercab.
- ✓ Previous reports indicate the autonomous robotaxi lacks a steering wheel, pedals, and rearview mirrors, leading to questions from investor Steve Eisman about Tesla's stock valuation.
- ✓ The commercial deployment of this vehicle remains dependent on federal approval of its steering-wheel-free design.
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No New Information on Tesla Cybercab Regulatory Status
There are no new updates regarding Elon Musk's comments on Tesla components or the federal regulatory scrutiny of the Cybercab. Previous reports indicate the autonomous robotaxi lacks a steering wheel, pedals, and rearview mirrors, leading to questions from investor Steve Eisman about Tesla's stock valuation. The commercial deployment of this vehicle remains dependent on federal approval of its steering-wheel-free design. Current available data provides no new statements from Musk or regulatory bodies concerning the project.
Why it matters
The Cybercab departs from traditional automotive design by operating without human intervention. Federal regulators hold the authority to approve or block its commercial use. This regulatory outcome is tied to the potential for the robotaxi business to achieve global dominance.
What to watch next
- Federal regulatory decisions on the commercial deployment of the Cybercab
- Public statements from Elon Musk regarding Tesla design components
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Tesla Cybercab Faces Federal Regulatory Hurdles
Tesla CEO Elon Musk faces federal regulatory scrutiny over the design of the Cybercab, an autonomous robotaxi built without a steering wheel, pedals, or rearview mirrors. Investor Steve Eisman questions Tesla stock valuation unless the robotaxi business achieves global dominance. The vehicle represents a radical departure from traditional automotive design, operating completely without human intervention. Federal regulators hold the authority to approve or block the commercial deployment of this steering-wheel-free transport vision.
Why it matters
Tesla positions the Cybercab as the future of urban transport, but the removal of manual controls places the vehicle in direct conflict with current federal safety standards. Financial analysts argue that Tesla stock valuation relies heavily on the successful global adoption of this autonomous fleet. The upcoming regulatory decisions will determine whether the vehicle can legally operate on public roads.
What is confirmed
- Tesla CEO Elon Musk designed the Cybercab to operate without a steering wheel, pedals, or rearview mirrors.
- Steve Eisman stated that Tesla stock multiples are unreasonable unless the robotaxi business conquers the world.
What to watch next
- Decisions from federal regulators regarding Cybercab approval
- Market reactions to Tesla robotaxi deployment timelines
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Elon Musk predicts solar energy will dominate all other sources
Elon Musk predicts solar power will eventually crush all other energy sources, reducing their share of production to below 0.1%. Speaking Tuesday, Musk described solar as obviously the future and cited the rapid adoption of the technology in Texas as a real-world example of this trend. This projection focuses on the solar power exponential, suggesting the technology will continue its growth until it achieves total dominance in the energy sector.
Why it matters
Tesla is currently diversifying its energy strategy alongside its autonomous vehicle goals. This solar thesis follows previous efforts to integrate energy generation with vehicle and home storage. The focus on Texas highlights a specific regional shift toward renewable adoption.
What is confirmed
- Elon Musk predicts solar energy will eventually dominate production, pushing other sources below 0.1%.
- Musk cited Texas as a real-world example of rapid solar adoption.
What to watch next
- Data on solar adoption rates in Texas
- Updates to Tesla's solar product roadmap
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Elon Musk Hints at Tesla and SpaceX Merger
Elon Musk recently addressed the possibility of combining Tesla and SpaceX during an appearance at the All-In Summit. While Wall Street institutions such as JPMorgan and Jefferies weigh in on the potential consolidation, Tesla continues advancing its autonomous vehicle strategy. The automaker recently showcased its steering-wheel-less Cybercab, which serves as a dedicated testbed for validating core technologies for next-generation intelligent Model vehicles. This robotaxi development pushes iterative innovation across global autonomous driving and new energy mobility solutions as the company prepares its upcoming Full Self-Driving software deployment.
Why it matters
Speculation surrounding a merger between Tesla and SpaceX comes as the electric vehicle manufacturer navigates heavy scrutiny over its autonomous vehicle suite and safety transparency. The Cybercab platform is designed to establish a critical benchmark for the global robotaxi sector. Financial institutions are actively monitoring corporate moves as Musk steers the automaker through significant software updates and hardware shifts.
What is confirmed
- Elon Musk hinted at a Tesla-SpaceX merger during the All-In Summit.
- Wall Street firms including JPMorgan and Jefferies are evaluating the potential merger conversation.
What to watch next
- Further statements from Wall Street financial institutions regarding the potential merger
- Additional details from Elon Musk concerning corporate structural changes between Tesla and SpaceX
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Tesla Prepares Safety Upgrades for Full Self-Driving v15
Tesla plans to roll out significant safety and accident avoidance features in its upcoming Full Self-Driving version 15 deployment. This software update follows recent scrutiny of Tesla technology, which includes the golden, steering-wheel-less Cybercab test vehicles. While the Cybercab lacks traditional driver controls like a brake pedal and features a distinctive exterior, the broader autonomous vehicle suite faces ongoing debate regarding safety transparency. Tesla previously stated that the Cybercab drive motor uses no rare earth elements, marking a shift to eliminate supply chain reliance while keeping performance intact.
Why it matters
Autonomous vehicle safety remains a major point of public and regulatory debate following serious incidents involving Tesla driver-assistance systems. The development of the Cybercab and updates to Full Self-Driving software are central to the company's autonomous strategy. Meanwhile, scrutiny over corporate transparency regarding crash reports continues to trail the automaker.
What is confirmed
- Tesla is planning to roll out significant safety and accident avoidance features with Full Self-Driving version 15.
- The Tesla Cybercab features a golden design and does not have a steering wheel or brake pedal.
What to watch next
- The official release date and specific feature list for Full Self-Driving version 15.
- Further regulatory or public disclosures regarding Tesla autonomous vehicle safety and crash reports.
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Elon Musk pushes zero rare earth motors for Tesla Cybercab
Elon Musk announced on September 4 that the Tesla Cybercab drive motor uses no rare earth elements. This strategic shift aims to eliminate dependence on specific supply chain materials while maintaining performance. The update comes as gold-colored, steering-wheel-less Cybercabs remain unused in Austin, Texas, where they narrowly avoided destruction during a previous Amazon cargo plane crash. Simultaneously, a new four-hour documentary by Alex Gibney examines Musk's influence, featuring Ashley St Clair, who claims she turned down a $40 million payment to stay silent about Musk.
Why it matters
Rare earth elements are critical for traditional electric vehicle motors but often involve volatile supply chains. Tesla is attempting to decouple its production from these materials. This effort coincides with the deployment of autonomous vehicles that lack manual controls.
What is confirmed
- The Cybercab drive motor does not use any rare earth elements.
- Alex Gibney produced a two-part, four-hour documentary about Elon Musk.
Still unconfirmed
- Ashley St Clair rejected a financial package worth approximately $40 million to remain silent about Elon Musk.
What to watch next
- Performance data comparing rare earth and zero rare earth motors
- Deployment status of Cybercabs in Austin
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Tesla Cybercabs Pile Up Unused as Documentary Examines Musk
Tesla's gold-colored autonomous Cybercabs with no steering wheels or pedals are piling up unused in a limited coverage area in Austin, Texas. An Amazon cargo plane involved in a tragic crash in Miami very nearly wiped out a parking lot full of the unused vehicles in an event Elon Musk has called weird. Meanwhile, Ashley St Clair stated that she rejected a financial package worth approximately $40 million to remain silent about Musk prior to her appearance in Alex Gibney's new documentary examining Musk's power and influence.
Why it matters
The recent spotlight on Elon Musk coincides with the Venice Film Festival premiere of a four-hour documentary directed by Alex Gibney that questions how Musk accumulated his vast power. Figures within Musk's inner circle have simultaneously poured millions into psychedelic therapeutics. Musk is also directly funding the Texas Senate campaign of Ken Paxton.
What is confirmed
- Tesla announced that Cybercabs were available to provide rides as part of the company app-based ride-hailing service in a limited coverage area in Austin, Texas.
- Ashley St Clair stated she rejected a financial package worth approximately $40 million that would have restricted what she could say about Elon Musk.
Still unconfirmed
- An Amazon Prime Air cargo plane at Miami International Airport experienced a malfunction and crashed into a cargo van and SUV outside the airport, resulting in five fatalities and nearly hitting a parking lot full of Tesla Cybercabs.
What to watch next
- Further releases or public discussions regarding Alex Gibney's documentary concerning Elon Musk.
- Expansion or regulatory changes regarding Tesla Cybercab availability outside of Austin, Texas.
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Musk Backs Ken Paxton as Associates Invest in Psychedelics
Elon Musk is directing financial resources toward the Texas Senate campaign of Ken Paxton, providing a boost that Texas Republicans had anticipated for months. Simultaneously, influential figures within Musk's inner circle are injecting millions of dollars into psychedelic therapeutics. These investors aim to integrate substances such as MDMA and psilocybin into mainstream mental health treatments. These developments occur as a new four-hour documentary examining Musk's power and influence premieres at the Venice Film Festival.
Why it matters
The financial backing for Ken Paxton arrives as the GOP candidate faces a competitive Senate race in Texas. Meanwhile, the investments in psychedelic therapies highlight broader financial maneuvers by associates close to Musk, even as regulatory hurdles remain. The release of the documentary adds further public scrutiny to Musk's extensive reach across politics, technology, and cultural spheres.
What is confirmed
- Elon Musk has started spending money to help Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton.
- Influential figures in Elon Musk's circle are investing millions in psychedelic therapeutics such as MDMA and psilocybin.
- Documentarian Alex Gibney's film "Musk" premieres at the Venice Film Festival.
What to watch next
- Whether Elon Musk's financial contributions alter the trajectory of the Texas Senate race for Ken Paxton.
- Progress by Musk's associates in securing regulatory approval for mainstream psychedelic treatments.
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Tesla pivots to standard solar panels as Cybercab enters production
Tesla has discontinued its Solar Roof tiles to prioritize standard solar panels. This strategic shift follows Elon Musk's dissatisfaction with the integrated roofing business model. While the energy division narrows its focus, Tesla is transitioning the two-seat Cybercab robotaxi from prototype development to production in 2026. The driverless vehicle features a gold color and a specific moulding process based on design insights from 2024.
Why it matters
The Solar Roof was intended to blend energy generation with home aesthetics but faced operational challenges. Shifting to standard panels suggests a move toward higher efficiency and lower installation complexity. The Cybercab production timeline marks Tesla's formal push into autonomous ride-hailing.
What is confirmed
- Tesla stopped shipping integrated Solar Roof tiles to focus on standard solar panels.
- The Cybercab is a driverless, two-seat taxi scheduled for 2026 production.
Still unconfirmed
- The Cybercab features a gold color.
- The Cybercab design incorporates insights from 2024.
What to watch next
- Official production start date for the Cybercab
- Tesla energy revenue reports following the Solar Roof discontinuation
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Tesla shifts focus from Solar Roof to standard panels
Tesla has discontinued its Solar Roof product to focus its energy line on standard solar panels. The company informed certified installers that it will no longer ship integrated roofing tiles. This move follows previous frustrations from Elon Musk regarding the business model. While the company pivots its energy strategy, it is simultaneously moving the two-seat Cybercab robotaxi from prototype work into 2026 production.
Why it matters
The discontinuation of the Solar Roof has caused significant financial strain for contractors who invested heavily in the program. Some installers now face six-figure losses. This shift represents a strategic narrowing of Tesla's energy offerings.
What is confirmed
- Tesla discontinued its Solar Roof product and will now ship only panels.
- The Cybercab robotaxi has moved from prototype work into 2026 production.
Still unconfirmed
- Contractors are facing six-figure losses after investing in the Solar Roof program.
What to watch next
- Official pricing for the Cybercab
- Financial recovery or compensation for discontinued Solar Roof installers
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Tesla ends Solar Roof program leaving installers with six-figure losses
Tesla has discontinued its Solar Roof product, informing certified installers that the company will now ship only panels. This decision has left contractors facing six-figure losses after investing heavily in the program. This development clarifies the specific area of the company that has caused operational friction, following previous reports of frustration from Elon Musk regarding parts of Tesla's business model. The shift focuses the company's energy product line away from integrated roofing tiles toward standard solar panels.
Why it matters
Tesla has previously integrated solar energy into its ecosystem to complement its electric vehicles and battery storage. The Solar Roof was designed as an aesthetic alternative to traditional panels. This exit occurs as the company faces pressure on its autonomy valuation from competitors like Amazon's Zoox.
What is confirmed
- Tesla discontinued the Solar Roof and notified certified installers it will ship only panels.
- Contractors report losing six-figure sums after investing in the Solar Roof program.
What to watch next
- Financial reports detailing the total write-down of the Solar Roof division
- Official statements from Tesla regarding the strategic pivot to panels
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Elon Musk says this part of Tesla ‘makes no sense’
Elon Musk expressed frustration with a part of Tesla, but specifics are unclear. Recent developments include advancements in Tesla's autonomy and AI capabilities, with Musk's Grok AI now able to control various functions in the vehicle. Amazon's Zoox is gaining ground in the robotaxi race, putting pressure on Tesla's autonomy-driven valuation.
Why it matters
Tesla's valuation and technological advancements are under scrutiny as competitors like Amazon's Zoox and Waymo make strides in the robotaxi market. Musk's comments on a specific part of Tesla not making sense may relate to ongoing efforts to improve the company's products and services. The electric vehicle market is highly competitive, with companies investing heavily in autonomous driving technologies.
What is confirmed
- Tesla's 2026 Summer Update turns Grok from a talking companion into a true in-car controller.
- Amazon's Zoox is gaining ground in the robotaxi race, but Waymo's massive lead remains intact.
- The growing competition puts fresh pressure on Tesla's lofty autonomy-driven valuation.
Still unconfirmed
- Elon Musk says this part of Tesla ‘makes no sense’
What to watch next
- Confirmation of Elon Musk's statement on Tesla parts
- Further advancements in Tesla's autonomy and AI capabilities
- Updates on Amazon's Zoox and Waymo's robotaxi developments
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No new data on Elon Musk's Tesla component comments
There are no current reports or corroborated statements regarding Elon Musk's views on specific Tesla parts that make no sense. Recent intelligence focuses on unrelated geopolitical tensions, including US ammunition shortages due to conflict with Iran and Italian military aid packages for Ukraine. Market activity shows Nvidia considering a 12.9 billion dollar acquisition of Hugging Face. No new information has emerged to update previous reports concerning Tesla owners bypassing driver monitoring systems or the company's valuation relative to Ford.
Why it matters
Tesla has previously faced regulatory scrutiny over the use of Full Self-Driving features. This follows a period where the company maintained a valuation twenty-five times higher than Ford's. Investors continue to monitor Musk's operational critiques of Tesla's internal components.
Still unconfirmed
- Nvidia may pay 12.9 billion dollars for Hugging Face, a company with approximately 150 million dollars in annualized revenue.
What to watch next
- Public statements from Elon Musk regarding Tesla manufacturing or design
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No new information on Elon Musk or Tesla parts
Current intelligence reports provide no new data regarding Elon Musk's comments on Tesla components. Previous reporting focused on Tesla owners bypassing driver monitoring systems to sleep or game while using Full Self-Driving features. This behavior occurred amidst regulatory scrutiny and a valuation twenty-five times higher than Ford's. Recent updates from other sectors cover the death of King Harald V of Norway, floods in Nepal, and corporate earnings for Buckle and Applied Materials, but these do not intersect with Tesla operations or Musk's statements.
Why it matters
Tesla's market valuation remains significantly higher than traditional automakers despite ongoing safety challenges. The company's autonomous driving software is under intense scrutiny as users find ways to defeat safety protocols. These factors create a volatile environment for the company's regulatory standing.
What to watch next
- Official statements from Elon Musk regarding specific Tesla components
- Regulatory responses to users defeating FSD monitoring systems
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Tesla owners post videos bypassing FSD driver monitoring
Tesla owners are filming and sharing videos of themselves sleeping, gaming, and watching television while Full Self-Driving (FSD) operates the vehicle. This trend focuses on defeating the car's driver monitoring systems for social media attention. These developments follow a period of intense scrutiny regarding Tesla's hardware and software, coinciding with a valuation that is twenty-five times higher than that of Ford. While investors value Tesla far above traditional automakers, the company continues to manage safety concerns and regulatory challenges related to its autonomous driving features.
Why it matters
Tesla is currently investing 16.8 billion dollars in a Texas semiconductor plant and refining the Grok chatbot. The company has faced criticism over Model Y touchscreen controls and a fatal crash in Katy, Texas. This environment of rapid AI expansion contrasts with the risks associated with users bypassing safety protocols.
Still unconfirmed
- Tesla is valued at twenty-five times more than Ford.
- Tesla owners are filming themselves breaking the law by sleeping or gaming while FSD drives.
What to watch next
- Regulatory responses to videos of users bypassing FSD monitoring
- Updates on the Texas semiconductor plant construction
- Official Tesla statements regarding FSD driver monitoring bypasses
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Elon Musk says part of Tesla 'makes no sense'
Tesla faces scrutiny over hardware and software amid AI investments. Elon Musk is refining the Grok chatbot and investing $16.8 billion in a Texas semiconductor plant. The company faces criticism over Model Y touchscreen controls and a fatal crash in Katy, Texas.
Why it matters
Tesla's focus on AI and robotics coincides with ongoing criticism of its products. The company's investments in semiconductor plants and AI refinement aim to secure chip supplies and improve autonomous driving capabilities. However, fatal crashes and hardware issues have raised concerns about Tesla's technology.
What is confirmed
- Tesla is investing $16.8 billion in a Texas semiconductor plant.
- A fatal crash occurred in Katy, Texas on June 19.
Still unconfirmed
- Redditors are skeptical of SpaceX's orbital data centers, questioning their economic sense.
What to watch next
- Tesla's stock price performance
- Updates on the investigation into the Katy, Texas crash
- Elon Musk's plans for the Grok chatbot
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Elon Musk targets Grok personality flaws as Tesla pivots to AI
Elon Musk is working to adjust the personality of the Grok chatbot following criticism from X users. This focus on AI refinement coincides with Tesla and SpaceX investing $16.8 billion in a Texas semiconductor plant to secure chip supplies. While the company shifts toward robotics and autonomous driving, it faces ongoing scrutiny over its hardware and software, including criticism of Model Y touchscreen controls and a fatal June 19 crash in Katy, Texas, which Musk and AI lead Ashok Elluswamy deny was caused by Full Self-Driving software.
Why it matters
The semiconductor plant aims to mitigate chip shortages that hinder AI development. This infrastructure push supports a broader strategic transition from traditional vehicle manufacturing to an AI-centric business model.
What is confirmed
- Tesla and SpaceX committed $16.8 billion to a Texas semiconductor manufacturing plant.
- Elon Musk and Ashok Elluswamy denied that Tesla software caused a fatal June 19 crash in Katy, Texas.
- Elon Musk is working to fix the personality of the Grok chatbot.
Still unconfirmed
- The Model Y's ride, handling, and touchscreen controls are lacking.
What to watch next
- Release of Grok personality updates
- Construction milestones for the Texas semiconductor plant
- Legal or regulatory findings regarding the June 19 Katy crash
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Tesla and SpaceX commit $16.8 billion to Texas chip plant
Tesla and SpaceX have committed $16.8 billion toward a semiconductor manufacturing plant in Texas. This investment arrives as Tesla pivots its core business focus toward artificial intelligence, robotics, and autonomous-driving technology. The project aims to address chip shortages that impact the AI era. This move follows previous internal disputes regarding the safety of Tesla's Full Self-Driving software, specifically a fatal June 19 crash in Katy, Texas, which Elon Musk and AI lead Ashok Elluswamy have denied was caused by the software.
Why it matters
The semiconductor investment supports Tesla's transition from a traditional automaker to an AI and robotics firm. This strategic shift occurs while the company defends its autonomous software against claims of negligence in fatal accidents.
What is confirmed
- Tesla and SpaceX committed $16.8 billion to a Texas chip plant.
- Elon Musk and Ashok Elluswamy rejected claims that Full Self-Driving software caused a fatal June 19 crash in Katy, Texas.
What to watch next
- Construction timelines for the Texas chip plant
- Legal rulings regarding the June 19 fatal crash in Katy, Texas
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Elon Musk disputes driver account of fatal Texas crash
Elon Musk has dismissed a driver's account of a fatal June 19 crash in Katy, Texas, as making "no sense". The accident resulted in the death of a 76-year-old woman. Musk and AI lead Ashok Elluswamy have both rejected assertions that the vehicle's Full Self-Driving software caused the incident. While Tesla maintains its position as the world's most valuable automaker by market cap, the company is shifting its core focus toward robotics, artificial intelligence, and autonomous-driving technology.
Why it matters
This dispute occurs as Tesla transitions from a traditional car manufacturer to an AI-driven entity. The company faces increasing competition from luxury EV startups and established automakers like Mercedes-Benz and Audi. The outcome of this crash investigation could impact the perceived safety of Tesla's autonomous tech.
Still unconfirmed
- Full Self-Driving caused the fatal crash in Katy, Texas.
- Tesla is redefining itself by switching focus to AI, robotics, and autonomous-driving tech.
What to watch next
- Official crash investigation report from Texas authorities regarding the June 19 incident.
- Legal filings or court testimony from the driver involved in the Katy crash.
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Elon Musk disputes Tesla crash account
Elon Musk stated a driver's account of a fatal Tesla crash in Katy, Texas, "makes no sense". The incident occurred on June 19, killing a 76-year-old woman. Musk and AI lead Ashok Elluswamy previously rejected claims that Full Self-Driving caused the crash.
What's confirmed:
- Elon Musk stated the driver's account of the event "makes no sense".
- A fatal crash occurred on June 19 in Katy, Texas, killing a 76-year-old woman.
- Musk and AI lead Ashok Elluswamy reject claims that Full Self-Driving caused the crash.
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Elon Musk and AI Lead Deny FSD Role in Fatal Texas Crash
Elon Musk and AI lead Ashok Elluswamy reject claims that Full Self-Driving caused a fatal crash in Katy, Texas. The incident occurred on June 19 when a Tesla hit a home and killed a 76-year-old woman. Musk stated the driver's account of the event "makes no sense" on X.
What's confirmed:
- A Tesla Model 3 crashed into a Texas home on the evening of June 19.
- The crash resulted in the death of a 76-year-old woman.
- Elon Musk and AI lead Ashok Elluswamy deny that Full Self-Driving caused the accident.
- Elon Musk posted on X that the driver's account of the event "makes no sense".
Still unconfirmed:
- Mainstream media assumed the car was in Full Self-Driving mode because it was a Tesla crash.
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Elon Musk disputes driver account in fatal Texas Tesla crash
Elon Musk and AI lead Ashok Elluswamy deny that Full Self-Driving caused a fatal crash in Katy, Texas. The incident occurred on June 19 when a Tesla hit a home and killed a 76-year-old woman. Musk stated that the driver's account of the event "makes no sense" in a post on X.
What's confirmed:
- A Tesla crashed into a home in the Katy, Texas area on June 19.
- The crash killed 76-year-old Martha Avila.
- Elon Musk and AI lead Ashok Elluswamy denied that Full Self-Driving was responsible for the crash.
- Elon Musk wrote "This makes no sense" on X regarding the incident.
Still unconfirmed:
- The Tesla driver claimed to have engaged driver assistance technology during the crash.
- Elon Musk believes IBM's 0.7-nanometer chip naming is misleading.
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Elon Musk disputes Tesla credit rating and FSD crash reports
Elon Musk has questioned Moody's decision to give SpaceX a higher credit rating than Tesla. Meanwhile, the NHTSA is investigating a fatal crash in Texas where the driver claimed to use Full Self-Driving. Musk and Tesla AI lead Ashok Elluswamy deny that FSD caused the accident.
What's confirmed:
- Moody's assigned SpaceX a Baa1 investment-grade rating, which is two notches above Tesla's Baa3 rating.
- The NHTSA is probing a fatal Tesla crash into a home in Texas.
- Elon Musk and AI lead Ashok Elluswamy deny that the FSD system caused the Texas crash.
- Elon Musk stated that the claim of FSD involvement in the crash "makes no sense" because EVs travel slowly in residential areas.
Still unconfirmed:
- The driver of the Texas vehicle told police he was using FSD at the time of the crash.
- Tesla claims media outlets provided unfair reporting regarding the Katy, Texas accident.
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Elon Musk Challenges Tesla Credit Rating Following SpaceX Gains
SpaceX is preparing a bond sale of at least $20 billion. The company recently secured investment-grade credit ratings based on its connectivity and space operations. Elon Musk has since questioned Moody's credit rating for Tesla.
What's confirmed:
- SpaceX bankers are preparing a bond sale of at least $20 billion.
- SpaceX received investment-grade credit ratings.
Still unconfirmed:
- SpaceX shares have tumbled.
- SpaceX had a record IPO.
- Elon Musk challenged Moody's Tesla credit rating because SpaceX received a higher one.
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