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📝 Today’s Tesla News Summary
1. NHTSA Demands Sworn Answers on Cybercab Certification
U.S. safety regulators ordered Tesla to explain under oath how its driverless Cybercab is street legal. The NHTSA investigation puts 139 million dollars in federal incentives at risk. Tesla’s Cybercab lacks traditional controls like steering wheels and pedals, raising questions about federal safety compliance.
2. Second-Generation Tesla Roadster Set for October 1 Reveal
Elon Musk confirmed the long-awaited Roadster will debut on October 1st, promising it will “blow people’s minds.” Musk hinted at SpaceX rocket thrusters that could enable the car to briefly hover. The vehicle was originally announced in 2017 and has seen multiple delays.
3. Musk Revives Tesla-SpaceX Merger Speculation
During a recent interview, Elon Musk suggested combining Tesla and SpaceX could create major synergies, reigniting speculation about a potential merger. No concrete plans were announced.
4. Tesla’s 10B Texas Solar Factory Clears Key Hurdle
The Fort Bend County school board approved a tax break application for Tesla’s proposed 10 billion dollar solar cell manufacturing facility. The project could create thousands of local jobs.
5. Ron Baron Says Time to Buy Tesla Stock
Billionaire investor Ron Baron, one of Tesla’s biggest bulls, says now is the time to buy. He cited rapid growth in Tesla’s Full Self-Driving software as a major value driver. Meanwhile, Goldman Sachs cut its Q3 delivery forecast by 11 percent.
6. Tesla Launches Model Y Accessories in U.S.
Tesla expanded its product lineup with new accessories for the Model Y in the U.S. market, as competition in the EV segment continues to intensify.