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Tesla has started testing driverless Model Y robotaxis in Austin without human monitors. While limited in scope, the move raises pressure on Tesla’s Full Self-Driving system as rivals like Waymo expand faster and at scale.

Tesla hoped lower-priced Model Y and Model 3 variants would revive U.S. demand after EV tax credits ended, but early sales data shows weak demand, heavy feature trade-offs, and growing pressure for a truly new affordable model.

With hundreds of thousands of off-lease EVs returning to dealerships, 2026 is poised to offer exceptional value for used electric cars, combining low prices, strong range, and proven battery durability.

Backed by major automakers, Ionna is scaling faster than any new U.S. charging network, targeting 100 locations and 1,000 fast-charging bays within a year of launching operations nationwide.

Ford improves the 2025 Mustang Mach-E by ditching its rotary shifter for a column-mounted design. The change boosts everyday usability and reflects a wider industry move back to intuitive physical controls.

Elon Musk now says his political involvement hurt Tesla as sales fall and competition rises. Tesla faces regulatory obstacles to autonomy, shifting market dynamics and uncertain paths to rebuilding consumer trust.

Rivian’s R2 will debut with lidar and an in-house autonomy chip, expanding hands-free driving and enabling future Level 4 capability. The upgrades mark a major step in Rivian’s strategy to scale advanced automated driving.

Rivian’s Autonomy and AI Day introduced a new hands-free driving system, lidar-enabled hardware for the R2, and a powerful AI voice assistant, outlining the EV maker’s broader strategy for next-generation autonomy and long-term software growth.