
Tesla and X Hit with Patent Lawsuit Over Voice Assistant Tech: Songbird Sings the Blues
Songbird Tech is suing Tesla and X, alleging their voice assistant features, including Grok AI, infringe on a patent related to audio message interaction.
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Songbird Tech is suing Tesla and X, alleging their voice assistant features, including Grok AI, infringe on a patent related to audio message interaction.

Tesla clears up FSD ownership rules ahead of its February 14 deadline, confirming the feature stays with the vehicle, not just the original owner.

The first pre-series models of the BMW i3 Neue Klasse electric sedan have rolled off the Munich production line, marking a major milestone towards mass production by late 2026, showcasing BMW's next-gen 800-volt platform and advanced EV tech.

A Kelley Blue Book study reveals Tesla, particularly the Model Y, remains a top consideration for EV shoppers, despite increasing competition and a slight dip in overall luxury segment interest, thanks to aggressive pricing and broad appeal.

Europe's costly experiment with hydrogen fuel cell buses is facing a reality check, highlighted by the insolvency of startup Arthur Bus. A new analysis reveals battery electric buses consistently outperform hydrogen in cost, efficiency, and operational reliability.

The updated Toyota bZ electric SUV has made a surprising splash in the US, becoming one of America's top-selling EVs in January 2026 after significant improvements in range, charging, and features, even outperforming some established models.

Tesla is facing scrutiny for new marketing language suggesting Full Self-Driving (FSD) only stays with the original owner, contradicting previous policy and raising concerns about resale value just before FSD sales end.

Elon Musk has once again unveiled his most ambitious vision for Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot, stating it could become the first real-world 'Von Neumann machine' capable of building civilization on other planets.

Tesla VP of Vehicle Engineering, Lars Moravy, urged the U.S. Senate Commerce Committee to establish a federal framework for autonomous vehicle deployment, stressing it's vital for innovation, safety, and to avoid falling behind China.

Despite Tesla's efforts to share its Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology, executive Sendil Palani confirmed that competitors still aren't interested in licensing the robust driver assistance system, raising questions about their reluctance.
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