TESLA STOCK DOWNGRADED, POWERWALL EXPANDED, BYD BATTERY REPORT

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This episode of Tesla Daily provides a comprehensive overview of recent developments impacting Tesla and the broader EV market. The host discusses the downgrade of Tesla stock by Wolfe Research, attributing it primarily to macroeconomic concerns and Tesla's own price cuts, while also noting potential benefits from stabilizing interest rates. A significant portion is dedicated to a report on Tesla's use of BYD batteries, with speculation about quality issues leading to a potential discontinuation of their use, though the host urges caution against unconfirmed reports. The expansion of Powerwall availability in select US markets is highlighted as a positive sign for Tesla's energy business, potentially easing constraints on battery and chip supply. The vehicle safety report shows a year-over-year improvement in miles per accident for vehicles on Autopilot. Finally, a report on the Model S Plaid achieving its advertised top speed with new carbon ceramic brakes is presented as a positive update for performance enthusiasts. Outside of Tesla, the episode covers significant price cuts by Volkswagen in China, potential changes to the Rivian-Amazon delivery van contract, and strong user growth for Starlink.