Tesla starts Optimus robot production in California as profit falls 43%
Tesla’s revenue was flat and its expenses skyrocketed as it pressed the accelerator on its Optimus robots, AI, and autonomous driving.
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Rivian spinoff Mind Robotics hires former Ford EV chief Doug Field
Field also worked on Apple’s secretive car project and oversaw development of the Tesla Model 3.
Tesla spending skyrockets as Cybercab, Semi, Megapack production timeline slips
Tesla’s 26% boost in revenue wasn’t enough to offset rising operating expenses and capital expenditures as it pushes to launch a new generation of products.
Waymo bought Apple’s self-driving car proving ground for $220M
Waymo has acquired a massive 5,500-acre proving ground in Arizona owned by Route 14 Investment Partners LLC, a Delaware shell company associated with Apple, according to documents filed with Maricopa County. Waymo acquired the property,…
Tesla Q1 revenue rises, driven by EV sales and FSD subscriptions
Sales rebounded a bit from the first quarter of 2025, as Tesla throws a ton of money at massive bets like robotics, AI, and its own chip fab.
Ford’s next F-150 Lightning will have a gas generator as it pivots away from large EVs
The company is abandoning plans for a brand new all-electric pickup truck codenamed “T3” and ending production of the battery-only Lightning.
Tesla is already trying to expand its robotaxi service to Arizona
Tesla has applied for a permit to test and deploy autonomous vehicles in Arizona. It’s also eyeing expansion in Austin, Texas, and California.
Jony Ive’s LoveFrom helped design Rivian’s first electric bike
LoveFrom, the creative firm founded by former Apple chief designer Jony Ive, played a role in the development of Rivian’s first electric bike, according to multiple sources who spoke to TechCrunch.