LEAKED BATTERY PHOTO, ELON MUSK TRIAL, TESLA FSD BETA 9 FIRST REACTIONS

EV Channels Review

The Tesla Daily podcast covers several key updates, with a primary focus on the release of FSD Beta V9. The reviewer notes significant progress, highlighting smoother performance, improved visualizations, and a move to pure vision-only operation. However, the update is not without its issues, with examples of disengagements and path planning challenges still present. The reviewer expresses optimism that this marks a return to more frequent updates. The discussion also delves into a debated Tesla battery photo, concluding it's likely an 18650 pack for the Model S Plaid rather than a new 4680 structural pack. Elon Musk's testimony in the SolarCity acquisition trial is briefly covered, emphasizing his statements about his indispensability as CEO and his direct feedback style. Additionally, the Model Y receives the Bioweapon Defense Mode, Giga Berlin's approval is anticipated in Q4, and German EV incentives are extended to 2025. A report on Samsung camera supply for the Cybertruck is discussed, with the reviewer cautioning against speculation about a mirrorless design based solely on this news.