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Tesla is sued by the parents of two victims of a Cybertruck crash in California, alleging design flaws that led to entrapment and fire fatalities. The lawsuits follow investigations into Tesla's door handle safety and previous crash damages, raising concerns about vehicle safety and regulatory oversight.
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A visiting Georgia man’s Tesla in Chicago was vandalized with feces, allegedly by a woman identified online as a local dog daycare owner. The incident led to social media outrage, doxxing, and negative reviews, though no charges have been filed.
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Multiple lawsuits allege Tesla's vehicle design flaws contributed to occupant deaths in crashes, citing fire risks and door lock failures. The cases focus on Model S and Cybertruck incidents in Wisconsin and California, raising safety concerns and prompting investigations into Tesla's safety practices.
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Tesla has introduced a new rental service in California, allowing customers to rent vehicles for 3-7 days with free supercharging and FSD. The move aims to boost sales as US EV demand declines following the expiration of federal tax credits. The program is expected to expand nationwide.
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On December 15, 2025, Ford announced it will cease production of the fully electric F-150 Lightning and cancel several EV models, including the next-gen T3 truck and electric vans. Instead, Ford will focus on extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs), hybrids, and gas-powered models, expecting 50% of its global sales to be electrified by 2030, up from 17% today. The company will take a $19.5 billion writedown primarily in Q4 2025 due to these changes.