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China finalizes ban on Tesla-style hidden EV door handles

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China has become the first country to ban flush, electronically actuated door handles on electric vehicles, citing safety concerns over emergency access. The new regulation, effective January 1, 2027, requires mechanical releases that function without power. This move targets a design popularized by Tesla and adopted by other EV makers amid growing scrutiny from deadly crashes.

Tesla cybertruck door malfunctions in incident involving baby

A couple reported that their Tesla Cybertruck's door malfunctioned while driving, nearly ejecting their infant child from the vehicle. The incident has sparked safety concerns for the stainless-steel designed truck amid ongoing reliability issues. Public backlash includes calls for recalls, but Tesla has not responded.

Elon Musk meets Tesla leaders in Bay Area

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Elon Musk held a meeting with Tesla leaders on Saturday in the Bay Area. The gathering took place at a Tesla facility, as indicated by imagery from the event. A display of the Cybercab's rear was visible in the background.

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Tesla outlines robotaxi service using cybercab and existing models

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Tesla rolls out Autosteer paywall across Model 3 and Y trims, igniting backlash

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Tesla leads in robotaxi pricing but trails in convenience

New research shows Tesla's robotaxis offer the lowest fares in San Francisco, averaging $8.17 per ride, but users face much longer wait times compared to competitors. The study by rideshare app Obi analyzed nearly 95,000 rides from late 2025 into early 2026. While Tesla holds a price edge, it ranks last in key usability metrics.

Tesla gains approval for supervised self-driving trials in Israel

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Israel's Ministry of Transport has approved Tesla to conduct trials of its supervised autonomous driving system on public roads. The initiative focuses on integrating the technology into local conditions while prioritizing safety. This step aims to position Israel as a hub for smart vehicle innovation.

Tesla's FSD supervised miles surpass 7.5 billion

Tesla owners have collectively driven more than 7.5 billion miles using Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software, with the majority on highways. Meanwhile, public testing of unsupervised FSD is expanding in Austin. A personal account highlights seamless performance in challenging conditions.

Delaware Supreme Court slashes Tesla legal fees by $105 million in director pay lawsuit

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The Delaware Supreme Court cut Tesla's legal obligations in a shareholder lawsuit over director compensation, reducing attorney fees from $176.1 million to $70.9 million after deeming a lower court's settlement valuation excessive. CEO Elon Musk hailed the ruling on X as 'saving the state.'

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