Tesla Cybertruck Owners Face Unexpected Public Backlash Over Musk Association
Tesla Cybertruck owners report experiencing hostile treatment and aggressive gestures from other drivers, with many attributing the animosity to CEO Elon Musk's controversial public image. At a recent Cybertruck Rodeo event in Texas, over 120 owners shared stories of public backlash despite their enthusiasm for the innovative vehicle.
Tesla Scales Back Cybertruck Production as Sales Fall Short of Expectations
Tesla is reducing Cybertruck production targets and offering substantial discounts up to $10,000 amid sluggish demand, after delivering approximately 50,000 units. The situation marks an unusual challenge for Tesla, which typically enjoys strong demand for new models.
X Rebrands Direct Messages as XChat, Drawing Comparisons to Adult Chat Services
X's latest rebranding effort transforms Twitter's DM feature into XChat, promising enhanced messaging capabilities including encryption and file sharing. The controversial name choice has sparked discussions due to its similarity to adult-oriented platforms from the early internet era.
Tesla's Cybertruck Crisis Deepens with $200M in Unsold Inventory and Trade-In Rejections
Tesla faces mounting challenges as approximately 2,400 Cybertrucks worth $200 million remain unsold, while the company refuses to accept its own vehicles as trade-ins. The situation is compounded by plummeting resale values, service issues, and widespread protests against CEO Elon Musk's controversial positions.
Musk's Private Request to Reddit Sparks Free Speech Controversy
Reddit faces backlash after allegedly removing content critical of DOGE employees following private intervention from Elon Musk. The incident has ignited debate about content moderation policies and perceived double standards in free speech advocacy across social platforms.
Tesla Enters Indian Market Amid Global Sales Slump and Market Challenges
Tesla makes a strategic move into India's growing EV market with showroom openings in Mumbai and Delhi, while facing significant sales declines in established markets. The expansion comes with challenges including pricing concerns and infrastructure limitations, though reduced import duties and limited Chinese competition present opportunities.
Tesla Faces Record Trade-ins as Brand Value and Market Share Decline
Tesla experiences unprecedented trade-ins to other brands amid falling sales, stock price, and brand value. Recent data shows mounting challenges for the EV maker as competition intensifies and consumer loyalty shifts in the evolving electric vehicle market.
Tesla Banned from Vancouver Auto Show Following Security and Political Tensions
Tesla has been removed from the Vancouver International Auto Show due to safety concerns amid growing protests and political tensions surrounding Elon Musk's controversial statements. The decision comes alongside mounting public backlash and the province's withdrawal of charging station rebates.
Tesla's Global Sales Plummet Amid Growing Competition and Brand Challenges
Tesla faces severe sales declines across major markets in early 2025, with registrations dropping over 60% in key European countries and double-digit declines in China and California. Growing competition, reduced subsidies, and CEO Elon Musk's political activities are cited as key factors impacting the EV leader's market position.
X Doubles Premium+ Subscription Cost Following Grok 3 AI Launch
X has dramatically increased its Premium+ subscription to $50 monthly following the release of xAI's Grok 3 AI model. The price hike coincides with expanded AI features for Premium+ users, though some advanced functions will require an additional SuperGrok subscription.