Elon Musk afirma que el Cybercab de Tesla, sin volante ni pedales, comenzará su producción en ocho meses: TDS.

Elon Musk afirma que el Cybercab de Tesla, sin volante ni pedales, comenzará su producción en ocho meses: TDS.

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      Wishing everyone a fantastic weekend. I've finished my first cup of coffee and am definitely ready for a second, so let's dive in.

      🚘 What I’m driving: Heading into the weekend with the 2025 (apologies, I’ve mistakenly referred to it as a 2026 most of the week, but it’s officially a 2025) Audi A6 Sportback E-Tron, this single-motor variant boasts an EPA-rated range of 370 miles and is priced at $75,240.

      🚕 During Tesla’s third-quarter earnings call, CEO Elon Musk stated that the Cybercab is set to begin production and launch before the end of Q2 next year. He remarked, “we’re going to expand production as quickly as possible, in line with our suppliers’ capabilities,” while reaffirming that the self-driving taxi will not feature a steering wheel or pedals, as it’s designed specifically for full autonomy.

      ☘️ Alfa Romeo is not merely extending the life of the Giulia sedan and Stelvio SUV through 2027; the automaker has revealed plans to revive the high-performance Quadrifoglio versions.

      🔌 The EV charging company Ionna, founded by seven and now owned by eight automakers, has teamed up with the midwest convenience store chain Casey’s, which ranks as the third largest convenience store and fifth largest pizza chain in the U.S.

      🪫 EV startup Rivian has laid off over 600 employees while gearing up for the challenge of launching the smaller, more affordable R2 SUV in 2026. The company’s founder and CEO, RJ Scaringe, has taken on dual roles, also serving as the interim chief marketing officer. Meanwhile, Rivian has agreed to pay $250 million to settle a separate IPO fraud class action lawsuit.

      ⏛ GM is not only upgrading its EVs but also transforming its gasoline-powered vehicles with a new zonal electrical architecture that completely eliminates fuses.

      💸 Porsche is anticipating a significant operating loss as it prepares for a new CEO to take over in January.

      🏭 Plans for a controversial EV battery parts plant in Michigan, initially estimated to cost $2.4 billion and create 2,350 jobs, have been scrapped by Gotion Inc., and the state’s economic development agency is now attempting to reclaim nearly $23.7 million that the company received for land acquisition.

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Elon Musk afirma que el Cybercab de Tesla, sin volante ni pedales, comenzará su producción en ocho meses: TDS.

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Tesla's CEO Promises a Roadster Demo This Year | Carscoops Tesla's CEO Promises a Roadster Demo This Year | Carscoops Tesla's chief designer, Franz von Holzhausen, affirms that the highly anticipated second-generation Roadster is still on track for production. Tesla's chief designer, Franz von Holzhausen, asserts that the highly anticipated second-generation Roadster is still on track for production. He mentioned that a demo of the Roadster is expected in 2025 and confirmed that production will commence "definitely within two years." If this holds true, customers could potentially receive the second-gen Roadster by 2027. It’s hard to believe, but it has been eight years since Tesla first introduced the second-generation Roadster. At that time, the all-electric sports car was marketed as a groundbreaking benchmark for EV performance, designed to silence critics and redefine standards. However, since then, numerous other brands have made significant advancements themselves. Throughout the years, Tesla has rolled out the Cybertruck, refreshed the Model 3 and Model Y, and repeatedly promised true Full Self-Driving capabilities, while the Roadster has been on the sidelines, seeming to be either overshadowed or considered vaporware. According to von Holzhausen, though, the Roadster is not dead; it is simply delayed. In an appearance on the Ride the Lightning podcast, when asked about the much-anticipated "most epic demo ever" teased by Elon Musk for 2025, he responded, "We are planning on this year," indicating that Tesla still intends to present the car before the year concludes. That said, with about 10 weeks remaining until New Year’s Day, time is of the essence. When pressed about when customers might actually receive their vehicles, von Holzhausen stated: “Definitely within two years.” This timeline would suggest that the first deliveries could take place by late 2027, assuming there are no delays, which, considering Tesla's history with timelines, is far from certain. Upon its arrival, Tesla claims the Roadster will be able to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in under two seconds, achieve a top speed exceeding 250 mph, and offer up to 620 miles of range, with the added possibility of rocket-like thrusters. These figures are ambitious, but until the Roadster is seen outside of a controlled environment, they remain just that: figures. It's crucial to remember that Tesla has built a reputation for over-promising and under-delivering just as much as it has for its automotive innovations. The Cybertruck, for example, arrived late, with reduced range and increased pricing compared to initial promises, and that’s just one of many instances. Currently, von Holzhausen asserts that the eventual product will justify the wait. However, as time passes, the narrative surrounding the Roadster appears less like an encouraging sequel and more like a venture Tesla cannot afford to falter on. Tesla's chief designer, Franz von Holzhausen, asserts that the highly anticipated second-generation Roadster is still on track for production. He mentioned that a demo of the Roadster is expected in 2025 and confirmed that production will commence "definitely within two years." If this holds true, customers could potentially receive the second-gen Roadster by 2027. It’s hard to believe, but it has been eight years since Tesla first introduced the second-generation Roadster. At that time, the all-electric sports car was marketed as a groundbreaking benchmark for EV performance, designed to silence critics and redefine standards. However, since then, numerous other brands have made significant advancements themselves. Throughout the years, Tesla has rolled out the Cybertruck, refreshed the Model 3 and Model Y, and repeatedly promised true Full Self-Driving capabilities, while the Roadster has been on the sidelines, seeming to be either overshadowed or considered vaporware. According to von Holzhausen, though, the Roadster is not dead; it is simply delayed. In an appearance on the Ride the Lightning podcast, when asked about the much-anticipated "most epic demo ever" teased by Elon Musk for 2025, he responded, "We are planning on this year," indicating that Tesla still intends to present the car before the year concludes. That said, with about 10 weeks remaining until New Year’s Day, time is of the essence. When pressed about when customers might actually receive their vehicles, von Holzhausen stated: “Definitely within two years.” This timeline would suggest that the first deliveries could take place by late 2027, assuming there are no delays, which, considering Tesla's history with timelines, is far from certain. Upon its arrival, Tesla claims the Roadster will be able to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in under two seconds, achieve a top speed exceeding 250 mph, and offer up to 620 miles of range, with the added possibility of rocket-like thrusters. These figures are ambitious, but until the Roadster is seen outside of a controlled environment, they remain just that: figures. It's crucial to remember that Tesla has built a reputation for over-promising and under-delivering just as much as it has for its automotive innovations. The Cybertruck, for example, arrived late, with reduced range and increased pricing compared to initial promises, and that’s just one of many instances. Currently, von Holzhausen asserts that the eventual product will justify the wait. However, as time passes, the narrative surrounding the Roadster appears less like an encouraging sequel and more like a venture Tesla cannot afford to falter on. Carlos Tavares is uncertain about Stellantis' future amid competing interests and the potential for a Chinese takeover.

Elon Musk afirma que el Cybercab de Tesla, sin volante ni pedales, comenzará su producción en ocho meses: TDS.

Musk stated that the Cybercab is "truly a vehicle designed for complete autonomy."