Ford and GM Split Over Siding with Trump
Automakers have effectively split in their support of a particular set of emission regulations, pitting large automakers Ford and GM against one another.
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Are Tesla Bulls’ Worst Fears Coming True?
Tesla bears have had a rough ride after the company posted a surprise profit in Q3. However, tables turned today and the stock was down in early trading.
Could Ford’s Electric SUV Take On the Tesla Model Y?
Ford is set to unveil its “Mustang-inspired” crossover SUV, the Mach-E, on November 17. The company is positioning it against the Tesla Model Y.
Can Tesla’s Solar Roof V3 Take Its Stock Even Higher?
Tesla launched the third version of its Solar Roof tile last week. Its previous versions failed to gain ground, but this one is expected to be different.
Get Real: Apple Is Riding a New High
New economic data doesn’t look promising for President Trump. Uber has gained a bull and Apple is riding a new high before Q4.
Self-Driving Cars: Has the Media Hyped Waymo?
Has Waymo, Alphabet’s self-driving car unit, been hyped by the media? We’ll take a closer look and see what’s new in the world of autonomous vehicles.
What Warren Buffett Might Say about Tesla’s Q3 Earnings
Warren Buffett has been somewhat critical of Tesla CEO Elon Musk. Tesla released its third-quarter earnings on Wednesday, which shattered the estimates.
Get Real: Tesla Finds Redemption, Other Companies Struggle
Elon Musk found redemption in Tesla’s strong Q3 results. US steel led the downward spiral in the market along with Twitter and Nokia.
Elon Musk Says Tesla’s Solar Business Could Outdo EVs
Elon Musk sees huge growth potential in Tesla’s solar business. On the Q3 earnings call, he said it could even outgrow Tesla’s electric vehicles.
Get Real: Third-Quarter Roller Coaster
In today’s Get Real, we saw that several third-quarter results are out and all over the board. We also have recommendations for stocks to watch going forward.
Ford’s Q3 Earnings: Updates for Investors to Watch
Ford (F) is scheduled to report its third-quarter results on Wednesday after the market close. The stock has increased 21.4% year-to-date.
Apple’s Self-Driving Car: Quanta Supplying the Tech
MacRumors recently reported that Quanta Computer supplied autonomous driving solutions to Apple. Apple has tested its self-driving car in Cupertino.
Get Real: Boeing’s Scandal Leads to Speculation
In today’s Get Real, we saw that Boeing is caught in a massive scandal. Chipotle investors are in a good place and Ford is looking to EVs.
Ford Partners with Amazon to Charge Electric Cars
Ford Motor Company (F) will be partnering with Amazon (AMZN) and Volkswagen in a bid to leverage the growth of electric cars.
After Boeing, GM Strike Disrupts Trump’s MAGA Plans
The GM strike hurt US manufacturing for September while earlier this month, Boeing’s orders fell. Now Trump’s 2020 campaign could take a hit.
Could Tesla Eventually ‘Amazon’ Gasoline Carmakers?
Many believe that EVs will eventually phase out internal combustion engine cars. Can gasoline carmakers really be Amazoned by Tesla?
China’s Auto Market Slowdown Deepens—Ford, GM Reel
China, the world’s largest auto market, is faltering like never before. September was the 15th month of annual car sales decline for the company.
Will Solar Tech Power Self-Driving Cars?
In this video interview, Ben Lenail of Alta Devices talks about the future of solar power in next-generation vehicles and beyond.
Trump Steel Tariffs: Will History Repeat Itself?
Will President Trump lift the steel tariffs like President Bush? President Trump’s steel tariffs will likely remain due to his support base.
Are ‘Tesla-Killers’ Free Advertising for Tesla?
Last week, Porsche unveiled its Taycan. While the model has attracted a lot of attention, it may also be providing a form of free advertisement for Tesla.
Porsche Taycan: Will Another ‘Tesla-Killer’ Bite the Dust?
The Porsche Taycan is set to be unveiled later today. The model is expected to be a competitor to Tesla’s Model S, joining a long list of “Tesla killers.”
Could the 2020 Chevy Bolt Take On Tesla’s Model 3?
Last week, General Motors (GM) announced that the 2020 Chevrolet Bolt, a Tesla Model 3 competitor, would have a range of 259 miles on a full charge.
Tesla, Elon Musk, and Unnecessary Controversies
Tesla and CEO Elon Musk frequently get into trouble with regulators and government agencies. In the past, the controversies have been big stock price drivers.
With Slashed Value, Is Nio Stock Dead in the Water?
Nio stock has lost half of its value in the past week, and it’s notched a new record low that’s well below its IPO price. Should you cut your losses?
China’s De-Dollarization amid Trade War: Gold’s Upside?
China continued buying gold for the tenth consecutive month in September. The country also continued its de-dollarization bid.
Auto Industry: What Can Investors Expect from Q3 Earnings?
Auto industry stocks fell in the first week of October. Weaker third-quarter sales, lower equity markets, and recession fears hammered the stocks.
Is Tesla Giving ICE Makers a Run for Their Money?
Tesla (TSLA) changed the EV (electric vehicle) game in the US. Ford (F) and General Motors (GM) ventured into EVs as a way to cut emissions.
Tesla: Are Analysts’ Demand Concerns Justified?
Tesla’s Q3 deliveries came in at 97,000 on Wednesday, beating its record of 95,200 in Q2. Its stock fell 5% in after-hours trading after this report.
A November Stock Market Crash? Think Guns N’ Roses
Unofficial job numbers showed a slowdown in job creation. This hit the stock market hard. The S&P500 dropped 1.8% yesterday while Dow Jones fell 1.9%.
Samsung Leaves China: Can It Regain Its Lost Ground?
Samsung has stopped manufacturing mobile phones in China. Stiff competition, rising labor costs, and China’s slowing economy led Samsung to this decision.
Is Greta Thunberg Tesla’s New Mascot?
Tesla’s (TSLA) mission closely resembles what environmentalists such as Greta Thunberg are seeking. So could Thunberg be Tesla’s new mascot?
How Tesla Plans to Lead in the EV Race in China
Citing Piper Jaffray, CNBC reported on September 26 that Tesla’s China deliveries were up more than 175% year-over-year in the third quarter.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk Ruled to Be Threatening Employees
On Friday, California judge Amita Baman Tracy ruled that one of Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s 2018 tweets amounted to threatening employees.
Tesla V10: Do Other Cars Feel Like ‘Owning a Horse?’
On September 26, Tesla (TSLA) rolled out its version 10 software update—its biggest software update ever—which customers were eagerly awaiting.
Can Tesla Boost Its Financials by Learning from Amazon?
Elon Musk seems serious about addressing Tesla’s (TSLA) logistics issues, and is considering taking inspiration from Amazon’s (AMZN) delivery model.
Ford to Move Assets to Mahindra JV: Is It Exiting India?
Ford is all set to transfer its Indian assets to a joint venture. It will form this joint venture with Mahindra & Mahindra, which will hold a 51% stake.
Trade War Hits Consumer Confidence, Stocks Retreat
Today, the Consumer Confidence Index data fell sharply to 125.1 in September from August’s 134.2. The reading was below the expected 133.5.
Hyundai-Aptiv Collab Heats Up Self-Driving Market
The competition in the self-driving technology market just heated up again. Hyundai Motor Company (HMC) has formed a joint venture with Aptiv.
Rivian: Is Amazon’s Order Bad News for Tesla?
Amazon placed a bulk order for 100,000 electric delivery vans from Rivian. Amazon plans to phase out its current diesel vehicles in a systematic manner.
MS: Model Y, Pickup Truck to Drive Tesla’s Market Share
Yesterday, Morgan Stanley analyst Adam Jonas provided his thoughts on Tesla while maintaining his rating and target price on its stock.
Ford’s Former CEO Finds Amazon’s Rivian Deal Risky
In a CNBC interview, former Ford Motor CEO Mark Fields said he sees Amazon’s Rivian order for electric vehicles as “a bit of a risk.”
Tesla Gigafactory 3: A Step Closer to Model 3 Production
Tesla (TSLA) is one step closer to producing China-made Tesla Model 3s through its China Gigafactory, also known as its Gigafactory 3.
How Musk is Trying to Address Tesla’s Service Issues
Tesla (TSLA) seems to have realized how important service centers and customer experience are to its sales, especially in the wake of service issues.
China or US Consumers: Who’s Paying the Tariffs?
In March, President Trump imposed a 10% tariff on US aluminum imports apparently to protect US aluminum producers from imports.
Robotaxis: Voyage versus Ford, Waymo, and Tesla
Autonomous ride-sharing and robotaxi startup Voyage has raised about $31 million in the Series B round, according to its press release.