TESLA MAY BE TARGETED IN CRASH DATA RELEASE PLUS MUSK ON RIVIAN, LUCID

EV Channels Review

This episode of Tesla Daily provides a comprehensive overview of recent news impacting Tesla and the broader EV market. A significant portion is dedicated to the impending release of NHTSA crash data, which is expected to disproportionately highlight Tesla's involvement in accidents involving automated driving systems. The reviewer critically analyzes the data's limitations, emphasizing that crash rate per 1000 vehicles is a less meaningful metric than crash rate per mile when autonomous capabilities are engaged. The review also delves into Elon Musk's recent interview, where he predicts Rivian and Lucid may go bankrupt due to the immense challenges of establishing new automakers, particularly concerning profitability from off-warranty vehicles. Musk also acknowledges the need for improvements in Tesla's in-car interface and browser. Other news includes updates on Giga Berlin's production testing of structural packs for the Model Y, Tesla's expansion of third-party Supercharging to Germany, and Tesla winding down efforts in India following an executive's resignation. The episode concludes with news on Ford halting Mustang Mach-E sales due to battery connector issues and GM unveiling the Chevy Blazer EV.