Tesla receives approval to construct a new facility on a contaminated plot of land.
Source: The Cool Down
The council in Marion voted to lease land to Tesla for a battery recycling and service center, aimed at reducing environmental impact and supporting sustainability, despite sales challenges attributed to CEO Elon Musk's political involvement affecting Tesla's performance.
Source: Morning Star
Activists protested at Tesla dealerships across the UK on Elon Musk’s birthday, criticizing his past role in Trump's administration and alleging Tesla indirectly supports undemocratic causes and climate denial, negatively impacting Tesla's brand reputation.
Source: Torque News
Tesla discontinued its 48-hour Cybertruck test drive program due to misuse by individuals, including speeding and late returns. As a result, extended test drives are now limited to one per person, and some appointments are canceled or reduced to 30 minutes.
Source: The Cool Down
Tesla's request to test its Full Self-Driving technology in Stockholm was rejected due to safety concerns, delaying Sweden's access to Tesla's advanced driving tech. Combined with other setbacks, this could affect public perception of Tesla and the EV industry's growth.