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Newly spotted Tesla Cybercabs at Giga Texas confirm their radical design: no steering wheel, no pedals. These production-spec units are likely undergoing crash testing, signaling Tesla's commitment to a fully autonomous robotaxi future and nearing mass production.

Tesla's mobile app is getting a major upgrade, with new code revealing a gamified loyalty program for owners and a dedicated dashboard for Full Self-Driving (FSD) statistics. Get ready to earn points, track your FSD miles, and share your autonomous driving achievements with the world.

Tesla is making a big AI hiring push in India for hardware and high-performance computing, signaling a strategic expansion beyond vehicle sales and potentially laying the groundwork for a dedicated AI research and development center in the country.

China is mandating physical controls for essential vehicle functions by 2027, signaling a major shift away from touchscreen-dominant EV interiors. This move aims to boost safety and driver intuition, while also targeting features like yoke steering wheels and flush door handles.

The Supreme Court's decision to strike down presidential tariffs under IEEPA created new uncertainty, as the administration plans to impose tariffs under other authorities. This volatility directly impacts clean tech investments, raising costs and slowing deployment.

Honda unveiled the ICON e: electric moped in Japan, priced at ~$1,400 (cheaper than its gas counterpart) and requiring only a moped license, making electric two-wheelers more accessible and affordable.

Chinese EV maker Nio shattered its single-day battery swap record, completing over 165,000 swaps during the Lunar New Year. This milestone highlights battery swapping's efficiency and convenience, challenging traditional fast-charging models.

Ganfeng Lithium, the world's largest lithium metal producer, has begun mass-producing semi-solid-state batteries with impressive energy density (up to 650 Wh/kg), signaling a major step for future EV advancements.

Ethiopia, the first country to ban the sale and import of new gas cars in 2024, is proving the move can work. Driven by economic necessity and powered by abundant hydropower, the nation is seeing significant EV adoption and energy independence.

Elon Musk's Neuralink is fueling a surge in brain-computer interface (BCI) development in China, with startups like NeuroXess rapidly advancing human trials and strong state backing to become global leaders.