#2016 Tesla Model S

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LECAR – A montadora de veículos 100% NACIONAL | SERÁ? 4Rodas – 03 fev 2024 O Brasil está prestes a ter uma montadora de veículos 100% nacional, e nesse vídeo a 4Rodas te conta todos os detalhes dessa empresa. Flávio Figueiredo Assis, fundador da Lecar, desenvolveu um carro elétrico nacional, mas com mecânica chinesa. O protótipo já tem modelos virtuais e até fevereiro poderá ganhar um protótipo…

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"Highway surveillance footage from Thanksgiving Day shows a Tesla Model S vehicle changing lanes and then abruptly braking in the far-left lane of the San Francisco Bay Bridge, resulting in an eight-vehicle crash. The crash injured nine people, including a 2-year-old child, and blocked traffic on the bridge for over an hour."

"Tesla vehicles using its “Autopilot” driver assistance system — “Full Self-Driving” mode has an expanded set of features atop “Autopilot” — were involved in 273 known crashes from July 2021 to June of last year, according to NHTSA data. Teslas accounted for almost 70 percent of 329 crashes in which advanced driver assistance systems were involved, as well as a majority of fatalities and serious injuries associated with them, the data shows. Since 2016, the federal agency has investigated a total of 35 crashes in which Tesla’s “Full Self-Driving” or “Autopilot” systems were likely in use. Together, these accidents have killed 19 people."

"Though the language may be evolving, there are still no federal restrictions on the testing of autonomous vehicles on public roads, though states have imposed limits in certain cases." (emphasis added)

Absolutely outrageous. 19 people potentially killed by a company testing its product on unconsenting, unknowing citizens. In what world is that ok?

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Lucid Air is an impressive luxury electric car

Before we talk about the Lucid Air model, the PHP Rent a Car Cluj Napoca Airport car rental office informs you that Lucid Motors is an American electric car company, based in Newark, California. Founded in 2007 under the name Atieva, the company originally started as an electric vehicle battery manufacturer and has collaborated with various automotive companies to develop energy storage solutions. In 2016, the company changed its name to Lucid Motors and shifted its focus to the production of luxury electric vehicles. The company is led by CEO Peter Rawlinson, a former chief engineer at Tesla and responsible for the development of the Model S.

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model 3

The Tesla Model 3 is an all-electric, five-passenger sedan produced by the American company Tesla, Inc. It was first introduced in 2016 as a more affordable alternative to Tesla’s higher-end models, the Model S and Model X. The Model 3 is designed to be a midsize luxury car with a sleek, minimalist exterior and a spacious, high-tech interior. The car is powered by a battery pack located…

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In China, a Tesla slammed into the back of a street sweeper. In Florida, a Tesla hit a tractor-trailer that was stretched across two lanes of a highway. During a downpour in Indiana, a Tesla Model 3 hydroplaned off the road and burst into flames. In the Florida Keys, a Model S drove through an intersection and killed a pedestrian. In New York, a Model Y struck a man who was changing his tire on the shoulder of the Long Island Expressway. In Montana, a Tesla steered unexpectedly into a highway barrier. Then the same thing happened in Dallas and in Mountain View and in San Jose.

The arrival of self-driving vehicles wasn’t meant to be like this. Day in, day out, we scare and maim and kill ourselves in cars. In the United States last year, there were around 11 million road accidents, nearly five million injuries and more than 40,000 deaths. Tesla’s A.I. was meant to put an end to this blood bath. Instead, on average, there is at least one Autopilot-related crash in the United States every day, and Tesla is under investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Ever since Autopilot was released in October 2015, Musk has encouraged drivers to think of it as more advanced than it was, stating in January 2016 that it was “probably better” than a human driver. That November, the company released a video of a Tesla navigating the roads of the Bay Area with the disclaimer: “The person in the driver’s seat is only there for legal reasons. He is not doing anything. The car is driving itself.” Musk also rejected the name “Copilot” in favor of “Autopilot.”

The fine print made clear that the technology was for driver assistance only, but that message received a fraction of the attention of Musk’s announcements. A large number of drivers seemed genuinely confused about Autopilot’s capabilities. (Tesla also declined to disclose that the car in the 2016 video crashed in the company’s parking lot.) Slavik’s legal complaint doesn’t hold back: “Tesla’s conduct was despicable, and so contemptible that it would be looked down upon and despised by ordinary decent people.”

– Christopher Cox, “Elon Musk’s Appetite for Destruction,” The New York Times Magazine, January 17, 2023

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Actually, Tesla building cars that are too strong for their own good is nothing new. Back in 2016/17 the IIHS crash tested a Model S. The vehicle blasted through its crumble zone and the a-pillar hit the concrete barrier with such rigidity that the airbag and seatbelt couldn’t do enough to prevent the dummy from traveling through and striking the steering wheel. Tesla said they’d fix the issue. The IIHS retested in 2017 after the fix was implemented. In the second test, the IIHS noted that the same thing happened EXCEPT there was now MORE intrusion into the floorboard and battery compartment. (If I’m remembering this correctly, the 2016 model they test was a 60 Trim, while the 2017 one was a 75D Trim, so the ‘17 had a larger 75kWh battery pack AND an extra motor up front, greatly increasing the vehicle’s weight.) They also noted that, despite the vehicle having an overly rigid structure, the top trim, the P100D, was too heavy for its structure, and it got marked down in their rollover roof strength test. It also begs the question, what would happen if they put a higher, performance, double motor, 100kWH trim through the front crash test. Because clearly the vehicle was unprepared to handle even its lightest, base trim.

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Desire for Success: Elon Musk's Innovation

Elon Musk, the name that has become synonymous with innovation, ambition, and controversy in the business world. From his humble beginnings in South Africa to his current status as one of the most influential figures in the tech industry, Musk's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Born in Pretoria, South Africa in 1971, Musk showed an early interest in technology and entrepreneurship. At the age of 12, he sold his first video game, a space-themed shooter called Blastar, for $500. This early success foreshadowed Musk's future as a serial entrepreneur. After studying physics and economics at the University of Pennsylvania, Musk moved to California to pursue a Ph.D. in energy physics at Stanford University. However, he dropped out after just two days to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams. In 1995, Musk co-founded Zip2, a software company that provided business directories and maps to newspapers. The company was eventually sold to Compaq for $307 million, netting Musk a substantial profit. With his newfound wealth, Musk went on to co-found X.com, an online payment company that would later become PayPal. In 2002, PayPal was acquired by eBay for $1.5 billion, making Musk even richer. But Musk was not content to rest on his laurels. In 2002, he founded SpaceX, a private aerospace manufacturer and space transportation company with the goal of reducing the cost of space travel and eventually colonizing Mars. Despite facing numerous setbacks and near-bankruptcy in the early years, SpaceX eventually became a major player in the aerospace industry. In 2008, SpaceX became the first privately-funded company to successfully launch a rocket into orbit. Since then, SpaceX has launched numerous successful missions, including resupply missions to the International Space Station and the deployment of the Starlink satellite constellation. In addition to SpaceX, Musk also co-founded Tesla Motors in 2003 with the goal of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy. Tesla's electric cars quickly gained a reputation for their performance and innovation, with models like the Model S and Model 3 becoming best-sellers in their respective categories. In 2020, Tesla became the most valuable car company in the world, surpassing traditional automakers like Toyota and Volkswagen. But Musk's ambitions don't stop there. In 2016, he founded Neuralink, a neurotechnology company focused on developing brain-computer interfaces. Musk believes that such technology is essential for humanity to keep pace with the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence. Similarly, Musk founded The Boring Company in 2016 with the goal of reducing traffic congestion through the construction of underground tunnels for transportation. Musk's success has not come without controversy, however. He has been criticized for his management style, which some describe as demanding and autocratic. Musk has also faced legal troubles, including a defamation lawsuit in 2018 and an investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission in 2019. Despite these challenges, Musk remains undeterred in his quest to push the boundaries of technology and innovation. In addition to his business ventures, Musk is also known for his outspoken presence on social media. With over 70 million followers on Twitter, Musk frequently shares his thoughts on a wide range of topics, from technology and space exploration to memes and cryptocurrency. His tweets have been known to move markets, with the price of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Dogecoin often fluctuating in response to his posts. Musk's influence extends beyond the business world. In 2020, he made headlines for his efforts to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, including donating ventilators and personal protective equipment to hospitals. Musk has also been a vocal advocate for addressing climate change, promoting the adoption of electric vehicles and renewable energy sources. Despite his immense success, Musk remains a polarizing figure. Some view him as a visionary entrepreneur who is revolutionizing multiple industries, while others see him as a reckless showman whose grandiose promises often fall short. Regardless of where one stands on Musk, it is undeniable that he has left an indelible mark on the business world and beyond. As Elon Musk continues to push the boundaries of technology and innovation, one thing is certain: his impact will be felt for generations to come. Love him or hate him, there is no denying that Musk is a force to be reckoned with in the business world. And as he sets his sights on even more ambitious goals, the world can only wait and see what he will achieve next.

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Tesla's Big Comeback: Stock Soars 27% in a Week

Tesla's stock surged by 27% this past week, wiping out all its losses for the year, following some bad performance at the beginning of the year. The surge was way beyond the anticipated Q2 vehicle delivery figures. Despite the demanding situations for Tesla, its perception remains great towards the future with new projects in line, just like the Robotaxi. Tesla started rough in 2024, but this week things came full circle. Tesla's stock had surged 27 per cent at the end of the week scraping off its losses for the year. The stock closed the week at $251.55 above where it was at the end of the previous year at $248.40. Earlier this year in April, Tesla's stock had fallen to $138.80.This surprise upward pushes occurred due to Tesla's car delivery record on Tuesday. The document showed that even though deliveries had been 4.8% much fewer as compared to the previous year, it became a smaller drop than inside the first quarter. This gave buyers desire for the rest of the year. Tesla had confronted many problems in advance inside the 12 months. In the primary zone, income in their cars decreased, they needed to lay off many employees, and there had been gossips that they canceled plans to make a less expensive family automobile in Texas. However, now Tesla looks forward to higher days forward. They will declare their 2nd-quarter monetary results on July 23. People are mainly attracted to how great a deal of cash they made by selling vehicles. Since last year's beginning, Tesla has used heavy discounts and offers to lure humans into buying electric cars. This also applies to the popular models of a Model three sedans and Model Y crossovers, droit up to the high-priced Model S and Model X. In late 2023, Tesla just started selling a new Cybertruck. In a post by a social media platform, the Cybertruck will finish the second quarter of 2024 as the United States' top-selling fully electric pickup truck. Through the same period, Ford moved 7,902 of their electrified F-150 Lightning pickups.In addition to the economic report announced for next month, Cantor Fitzgerald analysts believe a big ad event will be the case for Tesla stock—something called Robotaxi Day. On 8th August, Tesla plans to give a view of its new Robotaxi, otherwise named a Cybercab. Though the car will not go on sale until 2027, it shall form a very critical part of Tesla's future.Despite the current profits, Tesla stays at the back of the general marketplace this year. The Nasdaq index is up 22 per cent and the S&P 500 has risen 17 per cent, while Tesla's inventory has simplest long gone up by the use of 1.2 per cent.Partly due to controversial comments by CEO Elon Musk and his political involvement, Tesla has taken a hit in terms of brand image, says the Axios Harris poll released recently. In yet another survey by the New York Times, it is found that some people are such a turn-off to his behaviour that they are choosing not to buy Tesla cars. It is also missing the target on its promise to make its motors completely self-driving. Musk informed investors in 2016 that all new Tesla’s have the hardware necessary for driving themselves. But last month, he declared that the whole new hardware setup remains required to do so, stating these features will only be fully activated once the software is thorough enough allowing them to do so.In brief, Tesla simply had the best week with its stock price increasing by a thoughtful mile. Though extra hurdles and postponements are yet to be overcome, the business enterprise looks forward to fresh challenges and enhancements that may support the company develop way more within the future. Read the full article

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Tesla Settles Lawsuit Over Fatal Crash, Avoids California Trial

Tesla Settles Lawsuit Over Fatal Crash, Avoids California Trial Tesla Inc. has settled a lawsuit regarding the death of a Model S passenger in a tragic 2016 crash. This marks the second time in two months that the electric vehicle manufacturer has evaded a jury trial in California concerning a fatal accident. The settlement, finalized on May 24, follows another confidential agreement in April.…

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@autobot-bumblebee I think you're a little confused. As far as I'm aware, Tesla has never sold an all-wheel drive vehicle with its second motor artificially disabled. They have, however, sold many vehicles with artificially software locked battery packs. They've done it countless times through the years, but I'll use the Model S from 2016/17 as an example.

Basically, back then, Tesla named their vehicle trims after the size of their batteries. The Tesla Model S's base trim was the 60 trim, while its mid-trim was the 75 trim. The problem? The 60 trim didn't actually exist. It was IDENTICAL to the 75 trim. The 60 trim HAD a 75 kWh battery pack, however, Tesla used software to artificially limit it to 60 kWh. The 60-trim was sold at a lower price, and now, retroactively, they offer to unlock that 15 kWh difference if you pay a flat fee. They've done this multiple times throughout the years. In fact, not only did they do it in 2012 when the Model S first launched, but they also just recently discontinued a trim on the current Model S which did the exact same thing.

They even use this artificial battery limiting to push their savior complex. Anytime a hurricane rolls through the south, Tesla will "out of the kindness of their hearts" unlock the full capacity of batteries that have artificial locks in place in order to allow people to evacuate more efficiently. Once the disaster has passed, they'll re-lock all of the batteries.

The way you phrased that, however, leads me to believe you're thinking about Tesla's autopilot "upgrade" (which is often abbreviated as AP.) In order to equip a Tesla with their "Full-Self Driving" package, it costs $15,000. This price has artificially increased throughout the years as Musk attempts (and fails) to make Teslas appreciating assets.

Because a few years ago Musk was artificially jacking the price up so frequently, a lot of Tesla's customers pointed out that it was unfair if they bought it at a cheaper price, totaled their car, and then had to repay the higher price, despite being an early adopter. A lot of them wanted it so that Full-Self Driving was attached to their Tesla account, rather than the car itself. They didn't exactly get this. Basically, if you flat out buy the $15,000 Autopilot Full-Self Driving package, it's permanently tied to your vehicle. However, if you pay the (cheaper) monthly subscription, then it's tied to your account, and when you sell the car, the new owner won't get FSD because it'll transfer to your new car and be removed from the old one. The only way for the new owner to get Full-Self Driving back is to either pay the $15,000 flat fee or pay for the subscription, yourself.

Does Tumblr know that Tesla is removing turn signal stalks and gear shifters from their cars as a “feature.”

They did it with the Model S and X earlier this year, and they’re about to refresh the Model 3 to do the same. Since the Model 3 and Y share about 75% of the same parts, it’s safe to assume it’ll get the same treatment very soon, too. Meaning, 100% of Tesla’s lineup is about to have zero stalks on the steering column.

You activate turn signals via CAPACITIVE touch buttons on the steering wheel, and you don’t shift the car at all. The car decides what gear it thinks you need using AI. You can override it’s “thinking” on the touch screen.

Headlights and windshield wipers are also screen-only now.

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Tesla

Tesla, Inc. is an American electric vehicle (EV) and clean energy company founded by Elon Musk, Martin Eberhard, Marc Tarpenning, JB Straubel, and Ian Wright. Here are some key points about Tesla:

Founding: Tesla was founded in 2003 with the goal of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy. The company's name is a tribute to Nikola Tesla, a renowned inventor and electrical engineer.

Electric Vehicles: Tesla is best known for its electric vehicles, which include the Tesla Roadster, Model S, Model 3, Model X, and Model Y. These vehicles are powered by lithium-ion batteries and offer long ranges, high performance, and innovative features such as Autopilot (Tesla's advanced driver-assistance system).

Gigafactories: Tesla operates several Gigafactories around the world for the production of batteries, electric vehicle components, and solar products. These Gigafactories play a key role in scaling up production to meet growing demand for Tesla's products.

Solar Energy: In addition to electric vehicles, Tesla is also involved in the solar energy industry through its acquisition of SolarCity in 2016. The company offers solar panels, solar roof tiles, and energy storage solutions such as the Powerwall and Powerpack.

Energy Storage: Tesla's energy storage products, including the Powerwall for residential use and the Powerpack for commercial and utility-scale applications, enable consumers and businesses to store excess energy generated by renewable sources and use it when needed.

Autonomous Driving: Tesla is a leader in autonomous driving technology and has been developing self-driving capabilities for its vehicles through software updates. The company's Autopilot system offers features such as adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assistance, and automated parking.

Market Impact: Tesla's innovative products and disruptive business model have had a significant impact on the automotive industry and the broader clean energy sector. The company's success has also contributed to increased interest and investment in electric vehicles and renewable energy technologies worldwide.

Elon Musk: Elon Musk, co-founder and CEO of Tesla, is a prominent figure in the technology and business world. He is known for his ambitious vision, entrepreneurial spirit, and outspoken presence on social media. Musk's leadership has played a pivotal role in Tesla's growth and success.

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However, self-driving cars will keep on being part of science fiction, as Tesla issues a recall of nearly 2 million of its vehicles to address improper use of autopilot feature and thus keep on being part of science fiction, as Tesla initiate a recall of about The step is taken after thorough investigations on approximately 1000 accidents with the Telsa Autopilot feature which lasted for two years. However, as per the recall notification indicated that these vehicles included Tesla model S of 2012-2013, Tesla model X of 2016-2023, Tesla model 3 of 2017-2023 Some may be surprised at this development as there are lots of evidence of poor workings of Autopilot on the internet. Videos displayed on Youtube are often depictions of unforeseen failure while being utilized and could cause an unsafe condition. CNN points out in their story that despite the fact owners´ manuals stating the autopilot feature must be used only on highways or limited access roads where driver has full attention, Tesla communication have indirectly made drivers understand otherwise. Finally, the NHTSA’s investigative report finds that features like Autopilot and Full-Self-Driving labels do not quite match up with the actual driving performance capabilities of these technologies which clearly indicates a requirement for some changes in labelling. In answer to another story by The Washington Post on how autonomous software killed at least eight people with the autopilot mode turned on said software, tesla defends autopilot safety by X. The company gave a long explanation and blamed the drivers who allegedly misused the technology. It also mentioned important things were not included in the story. In addition, Tesla gave its own data supporting the claim that AutoPilot is in reality more safe if turned on correctly. Later, Tesla stated it would roll out a software update so it could block autopilot operation when the driver failed “to show … they are ready to take over … during the self-drive period”. This is contrary to what some people may believe, that the technology operates autonomously by itself. Details of the upcoming software patch such as the release date still not known. As noted in the recall notice, such notices will also keep reminding drivers to use caution when Autosteer operates or turn it off. However, it is yet unclear if these will be included in the recall in other global areas like the European region or China. We might not get any response if we attempt seeking clarifications over these issues since Tesla disbanded its PR department in 2020. One noteworthy development within the next year will be the reformation of US tax credit standards for electric vehicle eligibility. This means that it is limited to only a small number of EVs so that the electric vehicle tax break can be considered for them. Readers may check TechRadar’s list with “10 EVs Eligible for Tax Breaks in 2024” for more information.

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“We Make the Best Cars”: How Tesla Blamed Drivers For Failures of New Vehicles - Technology Org

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“We Make the Best Cars”: How Tesla Blamed Drivers For Failures of New Vehicles - Technology Org

A recently publicized Reuters investigation of thousands of Tesla documents revealed that the company blamed drivers of its new cars for failures related to defective parts. And the worst thing is that the company knew these components were defective.

Tesla Model S – view “under the hood”. Image credit: Can Pac Swire via Flickr, CC BY-NC 2.0 DEED license

The types of these failures were often dangerous: wheels of the vehicles were detaching at high speeds, suspensions collapsing in brand-new vehicles, and axles breaking during acceleration. These issues were reported by tens of thousands of Tesla customers in low-mileage cars.

Despite widespread customer complaints, the automaker systematically attempted to attribute the problems to driver ‘abuse.’ However, internal Tesla documents revealed that the company had been monitoring these chronic ‘flaws’ and ‘failures’ for at least seven years.

These persistent issues, occurring in relatively new vehicles, are evident across Tesla’s global model lineup, affecting customers from China to the United States to Europe. This information for this investigation was acquired from the manufacturer’s internal documents and interviews involving more than 20 customers and nine former Tesla managers or service technicians.

Individual suspension or steering issues with Teslas have been a topic of online discussions and news accounts for an extended period, Reuters noted in its article. These documents, which have not been previously reported, expose, for the first time, that the automaker had extensive knowledge about the frequency and severity of the defects, information not fully disclosed to consumers and safety regulators.

Additionally, in instances where customers possessed out-of-warranty cars, the automaker charged them for part replacements, despite internal knowledge among Tesla engineers that these components were either flawed or had high failure rates. Engineers even considered pursuing refunds from suppliers due to these defects.

Covering the years 2016 to 2022, the documents comprise repair reports from Tesla service centers worldwide, analyses and data reviews conducted by engineers focusing on parts with high failure rates, and memos distributed to technicians globally. These memos instructed technicians to inform consumers that broken parts on their vehicles were not faulty, revealing a significant disparity between the information available internally and what was communicated to Tesla’s customer base and regulatory authorities.

While Elon Musk has previously acknowledged certain build-quality issues, particularly with the entry-level Model 3, he maintains that Tesla produces unmatched vehicles. At a recent New York Times event, Musk asserted, “We make the best cars.”

The manner in which Tesla addresses complaints about suspension and steering issues aligns with a broader pattern observed throughout Musk’s corporate empire. This pattern involves dismissing concerns about safety or other issues raised by customers, workers, and other stakeholders as the company hurriedly introduces new products or expands sales.

The documented information highlights ongoing issues with low-tech suspension connections, encompassing upper and lower control arms, fore and aft links. While these parts are relatively inexpensive for Tesla and often go unnoticed by most consumers, they are important in securely connecting a car’s axle and wheels to its body and steering mechanism.

Two additional intricate and costly components that faced frequent failures were the half shafts (the left and right drive axles) and steering racks. The latter often required replacement due to sudden power-steering outages, incidents that some Tesla owners claimed nearly led to accidents.

Written by Alius Noreika