🎧 Tesla Daily Podcast
📝 Today’s Tesla News Summary
1. Cybertruck Price Hike: Tesla raised prices on Dual-Motor AWD and Premium AWD variants by $5,000 (6-7%) effective today, Aug 25. Cybertruck AWD now starts at $74,990. Grandfathered early reservation holders can still save up to $25,000.
2. Model Y/3 Recall: Tesla recalled 20,349 vehicles (Model Y 2020-2023, Model 3 2017-2023) due to headlamp low beams exceeding federal intensity limits. An OTA fix expected.
3. Semi Factory Opening: Tesla’s new Semi factory in Nevada is slated for grand opening in September 2026, adjacent to Gigafactory Nevada, part of a $3.6B expansion. High-volume production already underway since April.
4. Cybercab/Robotaxi: Tesla preparing Cybercab public launch in Austin. Invite-only event scheduled for September 3 — Exclusive Access Cybercab — with livestream for wider audience.
5. FSD + Starlink Demo: Real-world test showed Tesla running FSD in California via Starlink satellite at 400 Mbps. Concerns raised about drivers sleeping while using FSD Supervised.
6. TSLA Stock: Shares up 0.93% to ~$352.20 on Aug 25. Q2 2026 revenue jumped 26% YoY to $28.24B. GF Score: 89/100.
7. Solar Roof Discontinued: Tesla discontinues Solar Roof product, refocusing on conventional solar panels.