PODCAST: ELON MUSK SELLING TESLA (TSLA), TESLA SEMI NEWS, RIVIAN GOES PUBLIC, AND MORE

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This episode of the Electrek Podcast delves into several significant developments in the EV and energy sectors. The primary focus is Elon Musk's sale of Tesla stock, which the hosts dissect as a strategic move to cover impending tax obligations on stock options rather than a response to concerns about unrealized gains. The discussion also covers Tesla's recent Model Y price increases, attributing them to supply chain costs and the upcoming US EV tax incentives, which present a complex decision for buyers regarding delivery timing versus new order pricing. Additionally, the podcast touches on Tesla's software update adding waypoints to navigation, potential battery production investments in Quebec, and the Supercharger network's milestone of 30,000 global chargers. Other news includes Rivian's successful IPO, Subaru's unveiling of the Solterra, and the COP26 declaration for all-electric vehicles by 2040.