Author: Declan Murphy

The Tesla Model Y was the best-selling passenger vehicle in the Netherlands during the first half of 2026, outperforming both electric and internal combustion engine models, according to registration data published by Dutch automotive industry association BOVAG. A total of 4,317 Model Y vehicles were registered between January and June, giving the model a 2.5% share of the overall Dutch passenger car market. Model Y Leads Dutch EV Market Within the battery-electric vehicle segment, the Model Y accounted for a 6.8% share of registrations, maintaining its position ahead of competing electric models. https://twitter.com/teslaeurope/status/2075283910418964903 The Kia EV3 ranked second with 2,841…

Tesla has launched the Cell Giga Challenge, a new innovation program aimed at helping startups develop technologies for industrial-scale battery cell manufacturing at its Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg in Germany. The initiative will allow selected companies to test their technologies directly within Tesla’s battery cell production environment, with a focus on improving manufacturing quality, efficiency and scalability. Focus on Manufacturing Innovation Tesla said the program is open to startups developing technologies related to battery materials, production equipment, manufacturing processes, automation and artificial intelligence. Applicants are expected to demonstrate how their solutions can improve battery cell production in areas such as product quality,…

Tesla has begun testing a production version of its Cybercab robotaxi in Austin, Texas, marking a significant step toward the company’s goal of deploying a purpose-built autonomous ride-hailing vehicle. Videos shared on X show the two-seat Cybercab operating on public roads without a steering wheel or pedals. During the current testing phase, a safety monitor occupies the front passenger seat while the vehicle drives autonomously. https://twitter.com/Tesla/status/2071810353156194719 Cybercab Moves Closer to Commercial Deployment The latest trial comes nearly two years after Tesla unveiled the Cybercab concept, a fully autonomous electric vehicle designed exclusively for robotaxi services. Unlike Tesla’s existing Robotaxi pilot,…

Tesla plans to increase production at its Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg, targeting weekly output of 7,500 Model Y vehicles by October as it expands manufacturing capacity and recruits additional employees. The production increase will be implemented in two stages, according to Plant Manager Andre Thierig. Production Ramp-Up Tesla plans to raise weekly Model Y production from the current 5,000 vehicles to 6,200 units in July before increasing output to 7,500 vehicles per week in October. To support the expansion, the company intends to recruit an additional 1,000 production employees. According to news agency dpa, around 700 of those positions have already been…

Lemonade has expanded its Autonomous Car insurance product to Indiana, offering Tesla drivers reduced insurance rates for miles driven using the automaker’s Full Self-Driving (Supervised) driver-assistance system. The insurance product applies a 50% discount to per-mile insurance charges when a Tesla vehicle is operating with Full Self-Driving (Supervised) engaged, according to the company. The offering is now available to eligible Tesla owners in Indiana through the Lemonade mobile application and online quote platform. Usage-Based Insurance Model Lemonade’s Autonomous Car insurance links insurance pricing to the use of Tesla’s advanced driver-assistance technology. The company said the discount is based on its…

Tesla has started offering used Cybertruck models through its certified pre-owned inventory in the United States, providing buyers with a lower-cost entry point into the company’s electric pickup lineup. The move comes as Cybertruck sales have moderated following the initial launch period, with used examples now appearing on Tesla’s website and at company retail locations nationwide. Used Foundation Series Models Available at Discount Among the lowest-priced listings is a 2024 Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive Foundation Series model with approximately 2,566 miles on the odometer, offered at $66,200 before delivery charges. The price is below the starting cost of a new Cybertruck…

Tesla has received authorization from the State of Texas to operate commercial driverless vehicles under the state’s newly implemented autonomous vehicle framework, marking a significant regulatory milestone for the company’s Robotaxi ambitions. The authorization appeared in the Texas Motor Carrier Credentialing System (TxMCCS) on 28 May 2026, the same day Texas’ updated autonomous vehicle regulations officially came into force. According to the state records, Tesla Robotaxi, LLC is now listed as an authorized automated vehicle operator, indicating that the company has completed the self-certification process required for Level 4 autonomous driving operations. New Texas Framework Enables Commercial Driverless Services Under…

Tesla may be considering a future high-performance version of the Model 3 sedan after comments from a senior executive suggested the company has explored the idea of a tri-motor configuration for the vehicle. During an interview on the Ride the Lightning podcast recorded at Tesla’s Model S and Model X Signature Delivery Event, Lars Moravy, vice president of vehicle engineering at Tesla, said the concept of a tri-motor Model 3 is something he thinks about regularly. “I think about it all the time,” Moravy said when asked whether Tesla could eventually introduce a “Model 3 Plaid” using a three-motor setup.…

Tesla has issued a physical recall affecting thousands of Tesla Model Y vehicles in the United States after discovering that some SUVs may have been delivered without federally required certification labels. According to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the recall affects 14,575 Model Y vehicles produced between November 17, 2024 and April 21, 2026. The affected vehicles include Model Y units built from November 17, 2024 through February 24, 2025, as well as 2026 model-year vehicles manufactured between February 25, 2025 and April 21, 2026. Tesla estimates that about 45% of the recalled vehicles may actually…

Tesla has officially ended production of the Model S and Model X at its Fremont, California, factory, concluding the manufacturing run of two of the company’s earliest mass-market electric vehicle models. Tesla announced on X over the weekend that the final units of the Model S and Model X had rolled off the assembly line after 14 and 11 years of production, respectively. The company had previously revealed in January that it planned to discontinue the two premium vehicles and repurpose part of the Fremont facility for production related to its humanoid robot programme. https://twitter.com/Tesla/status/2053280404363432031/ The move reflects Tesla’s growing…

Tesla has launched a new “Semi Charging for Business” programme that allows fleet operators and commercial customers to install proprietary charging systems for the Tesla Semi, alongside a lower-power depot charging product called the Basecharger. The programme mirrors Tesla’s Supercharger for Business model used in the passenger vehicle market, enabling third-party customers in the United States to deploy Tesla-branded charging infrastructure at their own facilities. See also: Tesla Deploys New AI Model to Predict Supercharger Demand and Reduce Wait Times Tesla said its high-power Megacharger system, designed for fast charging electric heavy-duty trucks, is available starting at $188,000 through the…

Tesla reclaimed its position as the world’s largest seller of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) in the first quarter of 2026, delivering 358,023 units and surpassing BYD, which reported 310,389 pure BEV sales during the same period. Tesla produced 408,386 vehicles in the quarter, resulting in an inventory buildup of more than 50,000 units, driven largely by its high-volume models, including the Tesla Model 3 and Tesla Model Y. The company’s deliveries rose 6.3% year-on-year but declined 14.4% compared with the fourth quarter of 2025. Analysts said the gap between production and deliveries could indicate moderating demand for Tesla’s core lineup, even…