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📝 Today’s Tesla News Summary — May 8, 2026
Market: TSLA closed at $411.79, up $13.06 (+3.28%) on May 7, 2026.
🔋 4680 Battery Performance Issues: New data reveals Tesla’s in-house 4680 battery cells are underperforming customer expectations on range and longevity — a hurdle as Tesla scales vertical integration.
🚗 Roadster Trademarks Filed: Tesla has registered new badges and logos for the next-generation Roadster ahead of its launch, signaling progress toward production.
🚛 Tesla Semi Fleet Wins: WattEV placed the largest single order in history — 370 Tesla Semis — for California freight corridors. Plus, a port drayage coalition ordered 60 more Semis. TCO analysis shows $400K+ savings vs diesel over four years.
⚠️ EU Regulators Skeptical of FSD: European safety regulators are raising concerns over Tesla FSD’s speeding behavior and safety record, complicating EU market approval.
🌏 BYD Overtakes Tesla Overseas: BYD has become the best-selling EV brand in several key international markets, outpacing both Tesla and Kia — intensifying global EV competition.