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SpaceX Sets ISS Docking Record as Tesla Expands Home Backup to Mass-Market Cars
technology-and-space3 days ago

SpaceX Sets ISS Docking Record as Tesla Expands Home Backup to Mass-Market Cars

SpaceX achieved the fastest U.S. launch-to-docking time for the International Space Station with Crew-13, while Tesla enabled bidirectional power sharing for Model 3 and Model Y owners. The SpaceX record took 7 hours and 55 minutes, beating previous benchmarks. Tesla’s new feature allows these vehicles to act as backup batteries for homes equipped with Powerwall 3, extending outage resilience by over two days. Both developments highlight significant operational milestones for the companies in late 2026.

Tesla Extends Austin Robotaxi Hours to 11 PM Amid Nighttime Safety Concerns
technology4 days ago

Tesla Extends Austin Robotaxi Hours to 11 PM Amid Nighttime Safety Concerns

Tesla has extended its Robotaxi operating hours in Austin to 11 p.m., adding 111 Cybercabs to its fleet in the past two weeks. Elon Musk cited difficulty detecting pets at night as the primary barrier to 24/7 service, while critics argue that camera-only systems are insufficient for low-light conditions compared to competitors using lidar and radar.

Tesla scales Austin robotaxi fleet to 169 units amid regulatory scrutiny and public skepticism
technology6 days ago

Tesla scales Austin robotaxi fleet to 169 units amid regulatory scrutiny and public skepticism

Tesla has rapidly expanded its driverless Cybercab fleet in Texas, reaching 169 authorized vehicles in Austin since its September 3 launch. While the company faces technical complaints and a federal safety audit, it is preparing to expand into Dallas and other states. Competitor Waymo maintains a significant lead in operational scale and public trust, with 4,000 active vehicles across 15 U.S. markets.

Tesla Q3 Deliveries Beat Expectations Despite Year-Over-Year Decline
business6 days ago

Tesla Q3 Deliveries Beat Expectations Despite Year-Over-Year Decline

Tesla reported third-quarter 2026 vehicle deliveries of 486,532, exceeding Wall Street estimates but falling 2.1% year-over-year. Production rose 3.8% to 464,391 units, while energy storage deployments increased 9.6% to 13.7 GWh. The company faces headwinds from the expiration of the federal EV tax credit and intense competition from Chinese manufacturers, though its stock rose 5% on the results.

Musk’s Net Worth Swings $61B in a Day as SpaceX and Tesla Shares Rebound
business6 days ago

Musk’s Net Worth Swings $61B in a Day as SpaceX and Tesla Shares Rebound

Elon Musk’s net worth increased by $61 billion in a single day, pushing his total closer to $1 trillion, driven by rising shares in SpaceX and Tesla. This rebound follows a period of significant volatility where his paper wealth dropped by over half a trillion dollars in two months following SpaceX’s record-breaking IPO. While Musk remains the world’s richest person, analysts note that his wealth is entirely tied to stock valuations rather than liquid cash, highlighting the speculative nature of market-cap calculations for companies with limited public float.

US Stocks Hit Record Highs as Jobs Data Eases Inflation Fears
business7 days ago

US Stocks Hit Record Highs as Jobs Data Eases Inflation Fears

US stock markets reached new record highs on Friday, driven by a jobs report that eased inflation concerns and lowered bond yields. The S&P 500 closed at 7,722.72, while the Nasdaq jumped 319.27 points. Nvidia and Tesla led gains, with Tesla rising 4.7% on strong delivery numbers. However, the rally was narrow, with Nike dropping 3.6% on weak revenue guidance. Global markets were mixed, with European indexes recovering and Asian markets showing divergent performance.

Tesla Q3 deliveries beat estimates but Cybertruck struggles
business7 days ago

Tesla Q3 deliveries beat estimates but Cybertruck struggles

Tesla reported 486,532 vehicle deliveries for the third quarter, exceeding analyst expectations of approximately 462,000. The stock rose 5% on the news, though it remains down 21% year-to-date. While total deliveries fell 2% year-over-year, they rose 1.3% sequentially. Rivian also beat estimates with 19,248 deliveries. However, the Cybertruck continues to underperform, and the broader EV market faces headwinds from Chinese competition and the expiration of U.S. tax credits.

US Automakers Begin Rolling Out Adaptive Headlights After Decade-Long Regulatory Delay
technology9 days ago

US Automakers Begin Rolling Out Adaptive Headlights After Decade-Long Regulatory Delay

Adaptive driving beams (ADBs) are finally reaching US roads, allowing vehicles to dim specific LED segments to avoid blinding oncoming drivers while maintaining full illumination elsewhere. This technology, common in Europe and Asia for years, was delayed in the US until the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) updated lighting rules in 2022. Automakers like Rivian, Tesla, and Audi are now integrating the feature, though widespread adoption is hindered by strict US performance standards and software complexity. The system aims to improve night visibility, a critical issue given that half of traffic deaths occur at night despite only a quarter of driving happening after dark.

Tesla Postpones Roadster Hover Demo to October 15 Due to Texas Storms
technology11 days ago

Tesla Postpones Roadster Hover Demo to October 15 Due to Texas Storms

Tesla has officially rescheduled its long-delayed Roadster hover demonstration from October 1 to October 15, 2026, citing severe weather forecasts in central Texas. The event, which features a remote-controlled car hovering using SpaceX-developed cold gas thrusters, must be held outdoors, making thunderstorms and high winds a critical risk. This is the latest in a series of delays for the vehicle, which has not entered production since its 2017 unveiling. While the weather-related postponement is a practical necessity, it highlights the ongoing challenges Tesla faces in delivering a tangible product to reservation holders who have paid significant deposits.

Tesla Roadster reveal looms as EU FSD vote slips to December
automotive13 days ago

Tesla Roadster reveal looms as EU FSD vote slips to December

Tesla is preparing to unveil its next-generation Roadster on October 1 in Waco, Texas, with reservations requiring a $50,000 deposit. Simultaneously, the European Union has delayed its vote on Tesla's Full Self-Driving (Supervised) to December, pushing back a potential bloc-wide approval by months. While the Roadster launch is expected to clarify pricing and specs, the FSD delay leaves the software available only in seven EU countries, with major markets like Germany and France still pending.

Record Diesel Prices Accelerate Tesla Semi's Nevada Mass Production Launch
business13 days ago

Record Diesel Prices Accelerate Tesla Semi's Nevada Mass Production Launch

Tesla has commenced high-volume production of its electric Semi truck at a new facility in Sparks, Nevada, targeting 50,000 units annually. The launch coincides with record-high diesel prices, which significantly improve the total cost of ownership for electric fleets. Major orders, including a 2,500-unit deal from the ZET SCALE coalition, signal strong commercial demand despite infrastructure challenges.

Tesla Semi Launch Highlights 2,500-Unit Order and New Fleet Customers
business15 days ago

Tesla Semi Launch Highlights 2,500-Unit Order and New Fleet Customers

Tesla is hosting a launch event for its Semi electric truck at its new Nevada factory, featuring customer logos from PepsiCo, DHL, and others. The event coincides with a major 2,500-truck order from the ZET SCALE alliance, where Tesla was selected as the primary supplier. Analysts expect Tesla to deliver 5,000 to 15,000 Semis this year, well below the plant's 50,000-unit capacity.