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Tesla (TSLA) Scraps Canadian Orders for US-Built Model Y Long Range

June 12, 2023 4:06 PM EDT

According to Drive Tesla Canada on Friday, Tesla has sent emails to customers in Canada with existing orders for a Fremont-made Model Y Long Range, announcing that their order has been canceled.

According to a copy of the email sent to customers, Tesla says their chosen configuration is... More

Shares rebound as Blink (BLNK) ChargePoint (CHPT) and Tritium (DCFC) embrace Tesla charging connectors

June 12, 2023 1:52 PM EDT

Shares of electric vehicle charging equipment makers Blink Charging (NASDAQ: BLNK), ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) and Tritium (NASDAQ: DCFC) are bouncing back Monday after the three revealed they will be including Tesla's (NASDAQ:... More

Tesla (TSLA) to Outperform at KGI Securities on strong US advantage

June 12, 2023 11:22 AM EDT

KGI Securities has raised their rating on Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) from Neutral to Outperform and increased their 12-month price target for the stock to $335.00. This upgrade comes in light of Tesla's U.S. investments, which have enabled their Model 3 and Y vehicles to qualify for tax credits of up to $7,500.

Analyst, Jennifer Liang wrote in a note, The price of the Model 3 RWD has fallen to $20-25k in certain states after federal, state, and local incentives are applied, making it competitive with popular ICE sedans. Tesla is expanding Gigafactory Nevada, where 4680... More

Tesla (TSLA) leases 210k sq.ft facility in effort to ramp 4680 cell production

June 9, 2023 3:14 PM EDT

EV Giant, Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) is preparing to ramp up 4680 battery cell production in Fremont, California.

According to a report by Business Times, citing sources familiar with the matter, the EV company recently signed a lease with the industrial real estate investment trust Prologis on a 210,000 sq. ft advanced manufacturing facility for essential battery technology that will likely be used for 4680 cell production.

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Ford (F) files patent for roof-mounted backup EV battery

June 9, 2023 2:58 PM EDT

Detroit automaker, Ford (NYSE: F) has filed an interesting patent for a large roof-mounted backup battery. The battery pack, which resembles a conventional roof box, would attach to the roof rack of any compatible electric vehicle, allowing customers to top-up the main high-voltage pack of an EV when driving through an area where there arent any chargers available.

The abstract of the Ford patent reads: An electrified vehicle backup battery system includes a traction battery pack of an electrified vehicle and a backup battery assembly that... More

Blink (BLNK), ChargePoint (CHPT) and others fall as GM inks deal with Tesla (TSLA)

June 9, 2023 2:29 PM EDT

CEO of General Motors (NYSE: GM), Mary Barra held a live "twitter spaces" meeting with Elon Musk on Thursday to announce a deal between GM and Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) to integrate Teslas North American Charging Standard (NACS) charging connections into their vehicles. The deal follows a similar announcement by Ford (NYSE: F) in late... More

White House says Tesla (TSLA) chargers qualify for federal funding so long as they include CCS

June 9, 2023 1:52 PM EDT

White House officials on Friday announced that electric vehicle (EV) charging stations that utilize Teslas (NASDAQ: TSLA) North American Charging Standard (NACS) will be eligible to receive billions of dollars in federal subsidies so long as they also include the national CCS charging standard connection.

The announcement follows U.S. automakers Ford and GM's announcements that they were adopting the Tesla model and integrating the NACS connections into their own vehicles, shaking up a charging industry that was seemingly drifting towards the CCS connection with the help of... More

Canada’s FLO to support Tesla’s (TSLA) NACS at their charging stations

June 9, 2023 11:55 AM EDT

Chief Product Officer, Nathan Yang of Canadian EV charging provider FLO announced Friday that the Quebec-based company will offer the Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) designed North American Charging Standard (NACS) EV connectors at their over 90,000 charging stations.

Yang wrote in a statement released to the press Friday:

"FLO welcomes initiatives to standardize charging hardware in North America because we believe it... More

Rivals GM and Ford will adopt Tesla's NACS charging connectors, will Stellantis follow?

June 9, 2023 11:25 AM EDT

General Motors (NYSE: GM) jumped 3.7% at the open on Friday after the company announced yesterday that the Detroit automaker will be partnering with Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) to open the EV giants supercharger network to GM customers. The move follows a similar announcement by neighboring rival Ford (NYSE: F) on May 26th, prompting analysts to ask the... More

GM (GM) confirms pact with Tesla (TSLA) to integrate NACS connector design into its EVs beginning in 2025

June 8, 2023 4:31 PM EDT

General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) announced today a collaboration with Tesla to integrate the North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector design into its EVs beginning in 2025. Additionally, the collaboration will expand access to charging for GM EV drivers at 12,000 Tesla Superchargers, and growing, throughout North America. This agreement complements GM's ongoing investments in charging, reinforcing the company's focus on expanding charging access across home, workplace, and public spaces and builds on the more than 134,000 chargers available to GM EV drivers today... More

GM To Adopt Tesla Charging Standard For Next-generation EVs - Bloomberg

June 8, 2023 4:31 PM EDT

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Stock market today: Dow closes higher as tech shines after treasury yields stumble

June 8, 2023 4:29 PM EDT

Investing.com -- The Dow closed higher Thursday as tech resumed its advance supported by a drop in Treasury yields after data showing jobless claims jumped to 20-month highs stoked expectations for a Federal Reserve pause next week.


The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.5%, or 168 points higher, the Nasdaq rose 1%, and the S&P 500 was up 0.6%,


Initial Jobless claims unexpectedly rose 28,000 to 261,000, the largest jump since October 2021, pointing to signs of cooling in the labor market.


We remain of the view that the risk of a full-blown layoff cycle later in the Summer remains... More

GM embraces Tesla's EV charging system, Wall Street cheers

June 8, 2023 4:21 PM EDT

By David Shepardson and Joseph White

(Reuters) -General Motors will join Ford in adopting Tesla's North American charging plug standard and give GM electric-vehicle buyers access to the Tesla Supercharger network under an agreement announced on Thursday.

GM's move, which follows a similar decision by Ford to embrace Tesla's charging plug standard, means three of the top EV sellers in the North American market have now agreed on a standard for charging hardware. The agreement was announced by GM CEO Mary Barra and Tesla chief Elon Musk in a Twitter Spaces event.

Investors applauded the... More

Tesla (TSLA) adds to gains as Musk to join GM's Barra to discuss EV charging

June 8, 2023 4:21 PM EDT

Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) adds to intra-day gains as CEO Elon Musk will be joining GM (NYSE: GM) CEO Mary Barra on a Twitter Spaces to "discuss the future of EV charging."

Possibly the two will... More

General Motors (GM) on watch as CEO Mary Barra to have Twitter Space with Tesla (TSLA) CEO Elon Musk

June 8, 2023 4:10 PM EDT

General Motors (NYSE: GM) on watch as CEO Mary Barra to have Twitter Space with Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) CEO Elon Musk

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S&P 500 rides tech higher as Treasury yields slip on signs of cooling labor market

June 8, 2023 3:07 PM EDT

Investing.com -- The S&P 500 climbed Thursday as tech resumed its climb higher following a drop in the Treasury yields after data showing jobless claims jumped to 20-month highs stoked expectations for a Federal Reserve pause next week.


The S&P 500 was up 0.6%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.5%, or 180 points higher, the Nasdaq rose 0.9%.


Initial Jobless claims unexpectedly rose 28,000 to 261,000, the largest jump since October 2021, pointed to signs of cooling in the labor market.  


We remain of the view that the risk of a full-blown layoff cycle later in the Summer remains... More

GM to invest more than $500 million in Texas plant for future SUVs

June 8, 2023 2:31 PM EDT

By David Shepardson

(Reuters) -General Motors said Thursday it will invest more than $500 million in its Arlington, Texas assembly plant to prepare it for production of next-generation internal combustion engine full-size SUVs.

The Detroit automaker is making a series of announcements this month. Efforts to retool existing North American auto plants and introduce more efficient next-generation internal combustion models are also being planned, sources told Reuters. GM faces increasingly stringent emissions requirements from California and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The total investments being announced... More

California DMV conditionally approves Mercedes-Benz's automated driving tech - Reuters

June 8, 2023 1:55 PM EDT

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June 8, 2023 12:38 PM EDT

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William O'Neil Reinstates Tesla (TSLA) at Buy

June 8, 2023 10:37 AM EDT

William O'Neil reinstates coverage on Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) with a Buy rating.


For an analyst ratings summary and ratings history on Tesla click here. For more ratings news on Tesla click here.


Shares of Tesla closed at $224.57 yesterday.

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Tesla (TSLA) option implied volatility as shares near seven-month high

June 8, 2023 10:05 AM EDT

Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) 30-day option implied volatility is at 52; compared to its 52-week range of 44 to 96 as shares near seven-month high.

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June 8, 2023 9:52 AM EDT

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China launches nationwide car purchasing initiative following May sales report

June 8, 2023 9:50 AM EDT

In a significant effort to bolster demand in the world's largest automobile market, China unveiled Thursday a comprehensive nationwide initiative aimed at promoting car purchases, signaling a strong commitment to supporting the automotive industry.

The announcement from the Ministry of Commerce follows the release of data indicating a 7.3%... More

China vehicle sales jump 7.3% in May, NEVs lead the charge

June 8, 2023 9:39 AM EDT

Data released from the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) Thursday shows that passenger vehicle sales in China rose 7.3% in May compared to last month, as the Chinese government extended tax incentives to shore up demand amid a lagging economic recovery.

The data shows vehicle sales in May reached a total of 1.76 million units.... More

GameStop, Meta Platforms fall premarket; Designer Brands, Lucid rise

June 8, 2023 8:21 AM EDT

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GameStop (NYSE: GME) stock fell 21% after the troubled video game retailer announced that it had "terminated" chief executive officer Matt Furlong and... More

Tesla (TSLA) in advanced talks for to build factory in Valencia – reports

June 8, 2023 8:05 AM EDT

Spanish newspaper, Cinco Dias reported on Thursday, citing unidentified sources close to the discussions, that U.S. electric car manufacturer Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) is in talks with the leaders of the regional government of Valencia in Spain to build a car factory in the metropolitan area.

During the... More

Tesla considering building automotive investment in Spain - source

June 8, 2023 7:42 AM EDT

MADRID (Reuters) -U.S. electric car manufacturer Tesla is in talks with the leaders of the regional government of Valencia in Spain to make an automotive investment, a source close to the discussions has told Reuters. A spokesperson for Valencia's regional government told Reuters it had held meetings and conversations with an unidentified company about a "large automotive investment", but declined to give more details, citing the confidentiality of the negotiations.

A separate source confirmed the company concerned was Tesla. Spanish business newspaper Cinco Dias cited sources as saying the investment would be a car factory and its... More

Tesla (TSLA) option implied volatility steady

June 8, 2023 5:35 AM EDT

Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) 30-day option implied volatility is at 51; compared to its 52-week range of 44 to 96.

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China launches nationwide car purchase campaign as May sales tick up

June 8, 2023 4:38 AM EDT

BEIJING/SHANGHAI (Reuters) -China on Thursday announced a nationwide campaign to promote automobile purchases in a major push to shore up demand in the world's largest auto market.

The announcement from the Ministry of Commerce came shortly after data showed passenger vehicle sales in China rose 7.3% in May from April, higher on the month but far from the robust recovery policymakers are hoping for.

The commerce ministry said it would coordinate and push local authorities to roll out targeted policies and measures in favour of car consumption. Financial institutions will be encouraged to introduce measures... More

Tesla's (TSLA) Elon Musk meets with Mongolian PM to discuss potential EV investments

June 7, 2023 3:49 PM EDT

Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) CEO Elon Musk met virtually with Prime Minister Luvsannamsrain Oyun-Erdene from Mongolia on Tuesday where the two discussed potential investments and cooperation in the electric vehicle sector.

Mongolia is abundant in valuable resources such as coal, copper, gold, silver, and various metallic ores. Over the past years, foreign investors have... More

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June 7, 2023 3:12 PM EDT

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Volvo launches EX30 electric SUV

June 7, 2023 2:33 PM EDT

Swedish luxury automaker, Volvo launched their new fully-electric EX30 SUV on Wednesday with two battery options and a starting price of around 36,000 euros ($38,500). The EX30 is Volvos smallest SUV to date and follows the unveiling of the larger electric EX90 in November.

"It's a small SUV doing Volvo things," CEO Jim Rowan said during the car's launch event in Milan,... More

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June 7, 2023 9:50 AM EDT

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Eneco will use Tesla (TSLA) battery packs to build a 50 MW storage plant in Belgium

June 7, 2023 8:39 AM EDT

Dutch energy company Eneco revealed Wednesday that it is planning to build a 50 megawatt (MW) battery energy storage project in Belgium using Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) battery packs, its largest such project to date.

The project will consist of 53 Megapack battery packs with the capacity to provide a continuous energy supply for 4 hours, accumulating a... More

Tesla (TSLA) option implied volatility as shares trend

June 7, 2023 4:11 AM EDT

Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) 30-day option implied volatility is at 51; compared to its 52-week range of 44 to 96.

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ArcelorMittal (MT) Enters Supply Deal with General Motors (GM) for Sustainable XCarb Steel

June 6, 2023 5:14 PM EDT

On our journey towards carbon neutral steel, ArcelorMittal (NYSE: MT) North America will supply General Motors (GM) with XCarb recycled and renewably produced (RRP) steel, offering significantly reduced CO2 emissions compared to much of the carbon steel available in North America.1 Material will be... More

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June 6, 2023 3:01 PM EDT

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EPA to scrap proposed EV volumes from biofuel blending rule

June 6, 2023 2:38 PM EDT

Reuters reports today, citing three unnamed sources familiar with the matter that the Biden administration is planning to discard a proposal to include the electric vehicle industry into the U.S. biofuel blending program. Additionally, the administration intends to retract tradable credits worth potentially billions of dollars that were associated with this initiative.

It was first reported in early May that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was considering delaying the EV program over concerns the plan could trigger lawsuits. The... More

Ford (F) names Whirlpool's (WHR) Liz Door as new supply chain chief

June 6, 2023 2:10 PM EDT

Ford Motor (NYSE: F) on Tuesday announced the appointment of Liz Door from Whirlpool Corp (NYSE: WHR) as its new chief supply chain officer, effective June 12. This decision comes as Ford anticipates a challenging 2023 due to chip shortages, supply... More

Tesla (TSLA) Model 3 now more affordable than Toyota Camry in California

June 6, 2023 1:53 PM EDT

President Joe Biden's administration confirmed Tuesday that after a rapid adjustment of its battery supply chain, the Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) Model 3 now qualifies for the full $7,500 tax credit, meaning that it has become more affordable than the Toyota Camry in California.

New battery sourcing... More

Court upholds Musk's win in $13 billion lawsuit over Tesla-SolarCity deal

June 6, 2023 11:28 AM EDT

By Tom Hals

(Reuters) -A trial court properly found that Tesla Inc CEO Elon Musk did not push the electric carmaker to overpay for SolarCity in 2016, the Delaware Supreme Court said on Tuesday, ending years of litigation over the $2.6 billion deal.

Musk was the biggest shareholder in both companies at the time, and Tesla shareholders alleged the billionaire pushed the carmaker's board into the deal to bail out his investment in the struggling rooftop solar company.

The state's highest court said that while a judge on the Delaware Court of... More

Tesla (TSLA) Model 3 Tax Credits Confirmed By IRS For All Models - Bloomberg

June 6, 2023 10:02 AM EDT

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Tesla's Model 3 cheaper than Toyota's Camry in California with tax benefits

June 6, 2023 10:01 AM EDT

By Hyunjoo Jin and David Shepardson

SAN FRANCISCO/WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Tesla Inc's rapid adjustment of its battery supply chain means all of its Model 3 vehicles qualify for federal U.S. credits that, along with other tax breaks, could lower its price to less than a Toyota Camry.

The Biden administration on Tuesday confirmed that all Tesla Model 3 vehicles now qualify for $7,500 electric vehicle consumer tax credits after two of the three versions were eligible for half the credits.

New battery rules went into effect in April that lowered the credit of the Model 3 Standard Range... More

Global EV penetration reaches 14% in April with promising uptick in May

June 6, 2023 10:00 AM EDT

Barclays April report card shows that global electric vehicle penetration reached 14% in April, slightly outpacing last years EV penetration of 13%; however, it fell short of the heightened levels observed in the fourth quarter of 2022. Shifting focus to May, the industry is demonstrating promising signs of a substantial m/m increase in EV penetration, indicating a positive trajectory.

Additionally, while Tesla's (NASDAQ: TSLA) market share remains stable, the actual strength might not be as robust as the price reductions would have you expect. Lastly, the US electric vehicle market continues to make... More

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June 6, 2023 9:48 AM EDT

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Morgan Stanley reiterates Overweight on Tesla (TSLA) as Model 3 qualifies for full $7500 tax credit

June 6, 2023 8:50 AM EDT

Morgan Stanley reiterated an Overweight rating and $200.00 price target on Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) after the electric automaker announced that the companys Model 3 will now qualify for the full $7,500 EV tax credits offered under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).

The consumer tax credit for clean vehicles, totaling $7,500, under the provisions of the IRA, is divided into two components. Electric vehicles (EVs) can receive $3,750 if 50% of the value of their battery components were manufactured or assembled in North America. The remaining $3,750 is contingent on 40% of the value of critical materials being... More

Ford's (F) deal with Tesla (TSLA) charges up industry and sparks standardization talks

June 6, 2023 7:58 AM EDT

The recent move by Ford Motor Co (NYSE: F) to grant its customers access to Tesla's (NASDAQ: TSLA) electric-vehicle charging network has caused significant waves in the industry. This decision has sparked discussions about the need for a standardized charging infrastructure across the United States and has also cast uncertainty on the future of struggling charging startups.

The deal, announced last month, outlined plans to provide drivers of Ford vehicles in North America with access to over 12,000 Tesla Superchargers, starting in 2024. Under the deal, Ford will... More

Analysis-Ford's EV charging tie-up with Tesla ripples through industry

June 6, 2023 6:04 AM EDT

By Abhirup Roy, Hyunjoo Jin and Isla Binnie

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Ford Motor Co's decision to allow customers to use Tesla's electric-vehicle charging network has sent ripples through the industry, raising questions about a national U.S. charging standard as well as the fate of charging startups that are struggling.

The deal, announced last month, would open more than 12,000 Tesla Superchargers to drivers of Ford vehicles in North America starting in 2024.

The tie-up puts pressure on other companies and the administration of U.S. President Joe Biden to fall in line or spend more to... More