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Tesla to cut 14,000 jobs as Elon Musk aims to make carmaker ‘lean and hungry’: Billionaire says ‘there is nothing I hate more’ than cutting staff as more than ...
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Tesla to lay off nearly 2,700 employees in Texas factory, notice shows: Tesla will lay off 2,688 employees at its Texas factory, the electric vehicle maker said ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/tesla-lay-off-nearly-2700-employees-texas-factory-notice-shows-2024-04-23/
Quick Glance: Tesla to Lay Off Nearly 2,700 Employees in Texas Factory
- Tesla will lay off 2,688 employees at its Texas factory, as indicated in a notification.
- The layoff was done under the WARN Act, a U.S. labor law requiring companies with 100+ employees to notify ahead of planned closings or mass layoffs.
- Tesla announced that the layoffs will begin on June 14, amidst falling sales and an escalating price war.
- The global job cuts include 285 employees in Buffalo, New York, as part of another round of layoffs cutting over 10% of jobs.
Tesla recalling nearly 4,000 Cybertrucks because accelerator pedal can get stuck: Tesla is recalling 3,878 of its 2024 Cybertrucks after it discovered that the ...
ctvnews.ca/autos/tesla-recalling-nearly-4-000-cybertrucks-because-accelerator-pedal-can-get-stuck-1.6854090
Quick Glance: Tesla Cybertrucks Recall Issued
- Tesla responds to defective accelerator pedals in nearly 3,900 Cybertruck pickups causing unintended acceleration.
- The recall involves Cybertruck vehicles manufactured between November 2023 and April 2024.
- An unauthorized use of soap during the accelerator pedal assembly likely led to the defect.
- Tesla voluntarily recalled the vehicles on April 12 due to two customer complaints.
NASA may alter Artemis III to have Starship and Orion dock in low-Earth orbit: If it were to happen, a revised Artemis III mission could echo Apollo 9.
arstechnica.com/space/2024/04/nasa-may-alter-artemis-iii-to-have-starship-and-orion-dock-in-low-earth-orbit/
Toyota Prius Recalled Because the Rear Doors May Open When the Car Is in Motion: 2023-24 Prius hybrids and Prius Prime PHEVs are under recall. Water can ...
consumerreports.org/cars/car-recalls-defects/toyota-prius-recall-rear-doors-may-open-when-car-in-motion-a3801485577/
One dead in multi-vehicle crash in Tampines: SCDF said 8 people were taken to hospital.
straitstimes.com/singapore/8-taken-to-hospital-after-multi-vehicle-crash-in-tampines
2 children dead, 15 people injured after vehicle crashes into building holding child's birthday party
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Quick Glance: Sibling Fatally Hit by Car at Birthday Party
- A young brother and sister died, and several people were injured, some seriously, when a vehicle driven by a suspected drunken driver crashed into a young child's birthday party at a boat club in Berlin Township, Michigan, on Saturday.
- An 8-year-old girl and her 5-year-old brother died in the crash, as a 66-year-old woman drove about 25 feet into the building, according to Monroe County Sheriff Troy Goodnough.
- Three children and six adults were taken to hospitals with life-threatening injuries, while others received first aid on site and some were transported by private vehicles.
- The driver was taken into custody and is suspected of operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol causing death. Further charges may be pending as the investigation continues.
Tesla recalling nearly 4,000 Cybertrucks because accelerator pedal can get stuck: Tesla is recalling nearly 4,000 of its 2024 Cybertrucks after it discovered ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/19/tesla-cybertruck-recall/
Thanks to many donations, Tomke Rosenberg's VW van from Hage is mobile again: After the engine of her VW van broke down, Tomke Rosenberg started a fundraising ...
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Tesla shares drop on price cuts in run-up to earnings: Tesla fell more than 3% in premarket trade on Monday, as its latest global price cuts fanned Wall Street ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/tesla-shares-drop-price-cuts-run-up-earnings-2024-04-22/
Cybertruck owners allege pedal problem as Tesla suspends deliveries: Owners will have to wait until April 20 for deliveries to resume.
arstechnica.com/cars/2024/04/tesla-stops-cybertruck-deliveries-accelerator-pedal-may-be-to-blame/
Quick Glance: Tesla Cybertruck: Pedal Safety Issues
- The Tesla Cybertruck has faced criticism for various issues, but now a serious safety concern with the accelerator pedal has led to the temporary halt of deliveries.
- A video and reports show that the pedal cover can come loose and jam, causing unintended acceleration even when the foot is not on the pedal.
- Deliveries have been halted, appointments rescheduled and canceled as Tesla investigates acceleration issues. A regulatory investigation looms over the company, potentially requiring a recall of all trucks.
- Some drivers have attempted to manually remove the pedal cover, indicating a potentially serious safety issue that cannot be resolved through software.
Ford Bronco Sport SUVs and Maverick Pickups Recalled for Loss of Power While Driving
consumerreports.org/cars/car-recalls-defects/ford-recalls-bronco-sport-and-maverick-for-loss-of-power-a2834960968/
Tesla Semi has been pushed ‘well beyond expectations’ by a new customer: Tesla has delivered its Tesla Semi, an electric semi truck, to a new customer for a ...
electrek.co/2024/04/17/tesla-semi-pushed-well-beyond-expectations-new-customer/
Woman starts Tesla update in the blazing sun and is then trapped: Cars get very hot in summer. A young woman from the USA had to experience this for herself ...
stern.de/auto/frau-startet-tesla-update-in-der-prallen-sonne-und-ist-danach-gefangen-34628428.html
Video shows 100mph drunk-driver Miley Connors who had child in car: A police officer said it was "one of the worst pieces of driving I have ever seen".
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Quick Glance: Child Endangered: Driver Speeds at 100mph on Hard Shoulder
- A reckless driver accelerated to over 100mph on the hard shoulder, causing an accident and then exiting the vehicle to urinate as his child fled the car.
- Miley Connors, 37, drove down the M40 in December 2021 in a silver Mercedes-Benz SUV, a pursuit described by the police as the worst they had ever seen.
- Numerous calls were made to emergency services after other terrified drivers witnessed Connors driving on the motorway in Warwickshire.
- He then moved into Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire, maneuvering in and out of traffic at high speed.
Six taken to hospital after multi-vehicle accident on PIE: The multi-car crash followed another multi-vehicle tragedy in Tampines earlier in the day.
straitstimes.com/singapore/six-taken-to-hospital-after-multi-vehicle-accident-on-pie
Sharjah offers free vehicle damage certificate for residents affected by rains - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/sharjah-free-damage-certificate-offered-now-for-affected-residents
Tesla to lay off more than 3,000 employees in California, notices show: Tesla is set to cut 3,332 jobs in California, the electric-vehicle maker said in multiple ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/tesla-lay-off-more-than-3000-employees-california-notices-show-2024-04-23/
SMRT bus driver, 58, dies after crashing vehicle into tree in Woodlands: No commuters were on board at the time of the accident.
straitstimes.com/singapore/smrt-bus-driver-58-dies-after-crashing-vehicle-into-tree-in-woodlands
The tragedy which took the lives of 10 students: Samad Al Shan: Ten students aged between 10 and 15 years old died when their vehicle was washed away in a ...
omanobserver.om/article/1152370/oman/weather/the-tragedy-which-took-the-lives-of-10-students
Musk says Tesla's Full Self-Driving may enter China very soon: Tesla chief Elon Musk on Saturday said the electric-vehicle (EV) maker may make Full Self-Driving ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/musk-says-teslas-full-self-driving-may-enter-china-very-soon-2024-04-20/
Road user charges: Are EVs still cheaper to run than petrol cars?: Owners of some EVs now pay the same road user charges as diesels - so is it still worth it?
rnz.co.nz/news/top/514269/road-user-charges-are-evs-still-cheaper-to-run-than-petrol-cars
You can power your home for 21 days with a Chevy Silverado EV and GM’s new bidirectional charger
electrek.co/2024/04/18/you-can-power-your-home-for-21-days-with-a-chevy-silverado-ev-and-gms-new-bidirectional-charger/
Officer's gun taken in fatal shooting in Chicago: Sources: The 30-year-old officer was killed while returning home from work, police said.
abcnews.go.com/US/slain-chicago-police-officer-luis-huescas-gun-shooting/story
This is the new spaceship that will take humans back to the moon: Stacked and ready.
mashable.com/article/nasa-spacecraft-moon-orion-artemis
Tesla, BYD and Co.: The problem with the high repair costs for electric cars: In Germany, growth in the electric car market is over. This is also due to the ...
wiwo.de/unternehmen/auto/elektroautos-viele-e-autos-sind-schon-nach-kleinen-unfaellen-schrottreif/29740558.html
Stockland and Ampol rev up superfast EV charging stations: Property landlord Stockland has joined forces with fuel supplier Ampol to roll out AmpCharge fast and ...
smh.com.au/business/companies/stockland-and-ampol-rev-up-superfast-ev-charging-stations-20240422-p5flsa.html
European ports turned into ‘car parks’ as vehicle imports pile up: Chinese EV makers without sales networks or onward transportation among leading causes of ...
ft.com/content/496f3bfa-9f0c-4145-9024-188572a280fd
How much does it cost to train a Royal Air Force pilot?: The average cost of training a Royal Air Force pilot ranges from £953,817 for multi engine aircraft to ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/how-much-does-it-cost-to-train-a-royal-air-force-pilot/
China's BYD names electric pickup truck BYD Shark: Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD said on Monday its electric pickup truck will be called BYD Shark and will ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/chinas-byd-names-electric-pickup-truck-byd-shark-2024-04-22/
Insurance: Comprehensive or third-party liability, what’s the difference?: Knowing the main difference is key to making a decision that works for you
gulfnews.com/your-money/community-tips/insurance-comprehensive-or-third-party-liability-whats-the-difference-1.1713455746424
Boeing plane engine cover falls off prompting investigation: The Southwest Airlines flight had to return to Denver International airport shortly after taking off ...
bbc.com/news/business-68758088
Quick Glance: Boeing Whistleblower Warns of 787 Fuselage Failure
- The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a Boeing engineer’s claims that the company took manufacturing shortcuts on two wide-body jets, with potentially catastrophic outcomes.
- Sam Salehpour went public in a New York Times story, describing how he believes sections of the 787 Dreamliner fuselage are improperly fastened together.
- Salehpour’s allegations are the latest dip in a turbulent period for the airplane manufacturing giant, which has been dealing with other issues including past crashes and quality control problems.
Tesla previews ridesharing app feature for its robotaxi: As Tesla shared its figures for the first quarter on Tuesday, the automaker also previewed the app that ...
digitaltrends.com/cars/tesla-previews-ridesharing-app-feature-for-its-robotaxi/
More Ford Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs Recalled for Fire Risk: Ford is recalling 42,000 more Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs because a fuel leak might cause a fire ...
consumerreports.org/cars/car-recalls-defects/more-ford-bronco-sport-and-escape-suvs-recalled-fire-risk-a1026514361/
Tesla Cybertruck breaks down after going through car wash: Bulletproof truck does not appear to be waterproof, user jokes
independent.co.uk/tech/tesla-cybertruck-car-wash-breakdown-b2532510.html
Boy died leaping from family's truck as it lost control pulling water tank : Tomos Rhys Bunford loved farming and animals and is buried on the family farm with ...
walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/boy-nine-died-leaping-familys-28964240
Thor's All-Electric Recreational Vehicle Is a Harbinger of Future Fun: Harbinger Motors is partnering with Thor Industries to create an all-new Class A RV using ...
motortrend.com/news/the-harbinger-of-thors-all-electric-recreational-vehicle-future/
Stonka of a Tonka - and it's electric: The biggest electric vehicle of its kind has arrived in New Zealand — and it's right here in Otago.
odt.co.nz/business/stonka-tonka-and-its-electric
Is things really that bad for German industry?: German industry is warning of a further decline in production this year. But the engine of the German economy may ...
tagesschau.de/wirtschaft/konjunktur/deutsche-industrie-konjunktur-bdi-ezb-zinsen-chemie-energie-100.html
Luxury brand Maserati continues to go electric - and shows an elegant electric convertible
stern.de/auto/e-mobilitaet/maserati-grancabrio-folgore--rein-elektrisch-und-doch-ein-biest-34633198.html
She saved her baby in fatal crash: Penal mother Simran Rahamut used her body as a human shield to protect her one-year-old infant when the family’s vehicle ...
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After a fiery finale, the Delta rocket family now belongs to history: "It is bittersweet to see the last one, but there are great things ahead."
arstechnica.com/space/2024/04/after-a-fiery-finale-the-delta-rocket-family-now-belongs-to-history/
Teen run over by police vehicle in Melaka while trying to flee cops: MELAKA: Melaka police have pledged to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation into ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/04/11/teen-run-over-by-police-vehicle-in-melaka-while-trying-to-flee-cops
Tesla layoffs include 14% of Buffalo workers, WARN notice shows
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/tesla-layoffs-include-14-buffalo-workers-warn-notice-shows-2024-04-17/
Onset of winter in April: fines threatened for summer tires: The change in weather including snow poses a problem for drivers. What to do if the summer tires ...
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Why are auto insurance premiums so high? Blame inflation and a few other factors: Wednesday's inflation report showed consumer price growth continues to drift ...
nbcnews.com/business/consumer/auto-insurance-premiums-costs-high-prices-inflation-explainer-rcna147204
Falcarragh: Woman in her 80s dies in single-vehicle crash: A woman, aged in her 80s, has died following a single-vehicle crash at Falcarragh
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California, 21 other states back EPA vehicle emissions rules: A group of 22 states led by California and five cities are backing the U.S. Environmental ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/california-21-other-states-back-epa-vehicle-emissions-rules-2024-04-23/
5 Japanese workers narrowly escape suicide bombing that targeted their vehicle in Pakistan
apnews.com/article/pakistan-karachi-japanese-attack-d796b4df5757f82fdc4b6e937553e1b8
SpaceX all set for a record-breaking rocket launch on Friday: SpaceX has set lots of spaceflight records in its 22-year history, and on Friday one of its rockets ...
digitaltrends.com/space/spacex-all-set-for-a-record-breaking-rocket-launch/
Quick Glance: SpaceX Spending on Moonshot Bets
- Confidential SpaceX financial reports for 2018 and 2019 reveal the company's reliance on Starlink for profitability.
- The pivotal years of 2018 and 2019 saw significant events like the Falcon Heavy rocket launch and Crew Dragon capsule test.
- The company reported revenues of $1.98 billion in 2018 and $1.45 billion in 2019, but also faced losses due to high costs.
- The financials indicated NASA contracts played a significant role in SpaceX's revenue, while the introduction of the Starship rocket may change the game.
Tiny Spaces T&T addresses housing, real estate crises one unit at a time: WHAT if you can get a house for the same price as a vehicle?The team at Tiny Spaces ...
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The Mercedes-Maybach Haute Voiture Is a Study in Smooth: The interior of the Mercedes-Maybach Haute Voiture is a beautiful jewel.
robbreport.com/motors/cars/the-mercedes-maybach-haute-voiture-drive-review-1235586889/
Tesla recalls Cybertrucks due to faulty accelerator pedal that can get stuck: The NHTSA said the trapped accelerator pedal can cause the vehicle to accelerate ...
usatoday.com/story/money/cars/recalls/2024/04/19/tesla-cybertruck-recall-accelerator-pedal/73383894007/
Man speaks out after police release K-9 on him during traffic stop: 'Traumatized'
abcnews.go.com/US/man-speaks-after-police-release-9-traffic-stop/story
MG Just Unveiled an Ultra-Aerodynamic Hypercar That Can Go Zero-to-60 in Under 2 Seconds
robbreport.com/motors/cars/mg-exe181-hypercar-concept-62-mph-1-9-seconds-1235590619/
'Too inconvenient': Motorists complain about ERP 2.0 card reader but welcome changes in installation process
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/erp-cars-drivers-card-reader-obu-motorcycles-installation-4250531
Darwen resident objects to Progress Street electric vehicle chargers: A COUNCIL is to progress a scheme to instal electric vehicle chargers in a terraced ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/24265031.darwen-resident-objects-progress-street-ev-chargers/
Goats killed after herd of Llandudno's famous four legged beasts hit by vehicle: Police were called after the animals were struck on the outskirts of the town
dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/goats-killed-after-herd-llandudnos-28965110
2 children dead, 15 people injured after vehicle crashes into building holding child's birthday party
abcnews.go.com/US/michigan-swan-boat-club-vehicle-birthday-party-crash/story
2024 Ford Mustang GT’s Next-Gen Coyote V8 Is Now a Crate Engine: Want the 7th-gen Mustang GT's 480-hp V8 in your project car? Now you can buy one new ...
thedrive.com/news/2024-ford-mustang-gts-next-gen-coyote-v8-is-now-a-crate-engine
2 Police Officers Are Killed in Shootout Near Syracuse, N.Y.: A suspect fired at the officers as they investigated a stolen vehicle in the upstate town of Salina ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/15/nyregion/police-officers-salina-shooting.html
Here's Why People Are Willing to Pay More for an EV: Average EV prices are higher than gas-powered vehicles, but many consumers are willing to pay more upfront ...
cnet.com/roadshow/news/heres-why-people-are-willing-to-pay-more-for-an-ev/
Redesigned 2025 Toyota 4Runner Is Larger and More Powerful Than Ever: Consumer Reports previews the all-new 2025 Toyota 4Runner SUV, with details on its size ...
consumerreports.org/cars/suvs/2025-toyota-4runner-review-a3128307508/
Circus elephant startled by backfiring vehicle stops traffic: The sound of a vehicle backfiring spooked a circus elephant while she was getting a pre-show bath ...
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We Can Find a Big Discount on a New Desktop PC For You, No Matter the Budget: Whether you need a starter PC or a tricked-out battlestation, we've found deep ...
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TikToker trapped in 115-degree heat after her Tesla locked her inside: The Tesla handbook says opening the car doors during a software update can damage the ...
businessinsider.com/tiktoker-trapped-hot-car-tesla-locked-her-inside-software-update-2024-4
Tesla is unveiling its new ‘robotaxi’ on August 8: Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced that the automaker is planning to unveil its new ‘robotaxi’ ...
electrek.co/2024/04/05/tesla-robotaxi-unveiling-august-8/
Quick Glance: Elon Musk to Unveil Tesla 'Robotaxi' on August 8
- Elon Musk announced that Tesla will unveil its robotaxi on August 8, despite past promises and delays with self-driving cars.
- Musk plans to develop a car without controls for human use and gradually enhance Tesla vehicles with Full Self-Driving capability.
- Currently, buyers can add the Full Self-Driving feature for an additional cost, but experts note that the system is not fully autonomous yet.
- Other companies like Waymo and Cruise are also working on autonomous ride-sharing services, despite safety concerns and incidents.
States sue to block US rules curbing tailpipe emissions in cars, light trucks: Republican attorneys general from 25 states on Thursday sued the U.S ...
reuters.com/legal/republican-led-states-sue-block-us-rules-curbing-tailpipe-emissions-cars-light-2024-04-18/
‘We’re a dead ship’: Hundreds of cargo ships lost propulsion in U.S. waters in recent years
washingtonpost.com/investigations/2024/04/16/dead-ships-propulsion-loss/
Ford recalls over 450,000 vehicles in US for issue that could affect battery, NHTSA says
usatoday.com/story/money/cars/recalls/2024/04/17/ford-recall-bronco-sport-maverick/73352450007/
High speed crash death: A man was killed after the vehicle he was driving collided with a wall in Fyzabad on Sunday afternoon.
trinidadexpress.com/newsextra/high-speed-crash-death/article_4f609696-fab0-11ee-8d8f-9f2cba5629bd.html
Oruga Unitrack: Latvian company is working on tracked electric powersports vehicle to tackle the off-highway market.
cycleworld.com/motorcycle-news/oruga-unitrack/
EV adoption has brought modest, but measurable, declines in Bay Area emissions: Study
thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/4575433-electric-vehicles-emissions-decline-bay-area-study/
This Ferrari Has a Top Speed of 15 MPH. It Could Fetch $1 Million at Auction.: A Ferrari prototype used as a test mule during the development of the ...
robbreport.com/motors/cars/ferrar-f12tdf-prototype-15-mph-top-speed-auction-1235577419/
US tourist on safari in Zambia killed by charging elephant: An 80-year-old American woman was killed in Zambia after an elephant charged at a vehicle carrying ...
cnn.com/2024/04/04/africa/zambia-elephant-tourist-death-scli-intl/
Quick Glance: US Tourist Fatally Attacked by Elephant in Zambian Game Park
- An 80-year-old woman was killed when a male elephant attacked a safari vehicle at the Kafue National Park in Zambia over the weekend.
- During the incident, an aggressive bull flipped the vehicle carrying six guests and a guide.
- One guest was injured and taken to a medical facility in South Africa, while the others received minor injuries.
- Park management and authorities were involved in the investigation, with Wilderness cooperating fully in the process and providing support to those affected.
Memphis police officer and teen suspect killed in early-morning shootout: A Memphis police officer and a teenager were killed during a shootout early Friday ...
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/memphis-police-officer-teen-suspect-killed-early-morning-shootout-rcna147560
Treat Your Ears to the Track-Only GMA T.50S' 12,000 RPM Song: The track-only GMA T.50S Niki Lauda just made its public debut at Goodwood, showing off its 12 ...
thedrive.com/news/treat-your-ears-to-the-track-only-gma-t-50s-12000-rpm-song
Ford recall on Broncos, Escapes over fuel leak, engine fire risk prompt feds to open probe
usatoday.com/story/money/cars/recalls/2024/04/12/ford-recall-bronco-escape-fuel-leak-probe/73299991007/
Car Culture Hub With Dozens of Classics Destroyed in Garage Inferno in Ireland: A fire in a garage near Dublin may have destroyed millions of dollars worth of ...
thedrive.com/news/car-culture-hub-with-dozens-of-classics-destroyed-in-garage-inferno-in-ireland
UAE: Driving in the rain? Follow these 9 tips to stay safe: How to drive on waterlogged roads and what you should do in case of a breakdown
gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/uae-driving-in-the-rain-follow-these-9-tips-to-stay-safe-1.1604839271383
Quick Glance: High Fines: Safe Driving in UAE Rain
- Authorities emphasize safe driving in bad weather
- New penalties for weather-related violations announced in May
- Police share safety tips for driving in the rain
- Drivers should focus solely on driving
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