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Received yesterday — 11 June 2025

Tesla’s Robotaxis Are Rolling Out Soon—With One Big Unanswered Question

10 June 2025 at 11:00
Neither the US federal government nor the City of Austin will say how teleoperations, self-driving’s critical safety feature, will be used in the service launching in Austin in just a matter of days.

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Auto Shanghai 2025 Wasn’t Just a Car Show. It Was a Warning to the West

28 May 2025 at 10:26
After poaching some of the best Western auto talent, China’s car industry is about to dominate globally with charging rates, ranges, luxury design, technology, and sheer volumes.

Is Elon Musk Really Stepping Back from DOGE?

17 May 2025 at 11:00
Elon Musk is apparently turning his attention away from Washington and back to Tesla. On this episode of Uncanny Valley, the hosts unpack what Musk’s pivot means for the future of DOGE.

Donald Trump’s UK Trade Deal Could Secure Jaguar’s Resurrection

8 May 2025 at 17:42
A US deal to drop car tariffs from 25 to 10 percent could bolster UK luxury car sales—but only for the first 100,000 vehicles. This is particularly welcome news for Jaguar Land Rover.

Rejoice! Carmakers Are Embracing Physical Buttons Again

5 May 2025 at 09:00
Amazingly, reaction times using screens while driving are worse than being drunk or high—no wonder 90 percent of drivers hate using touchscreens in cars. Finally the auto industry is coming to its senses.

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