Key Findings
Recent Tesla news highlights a driver caught sleeping behind the wheel with FSD enabled and on-site checks of Chinese supply chains ahead of the humanoid robot Optimus mass production. Meanwhile, China's BYD has unveiled a large electric truck targeting the Tesla Semi, intensifying the competition.
Key Findings
- Tesla has begun inspecting Chinese component suppliers ahead of mass-producing its 'Optimus' robot.
- A driver was caught by police while sleeping on a California highway while traveling at 97–100 km/h with Full Self-Driving (FSD) enabled.
- China's BYD unveiled the 'ETT 44', a 1,000-horsepower electric truck aimed at the Tesla Semi.
Details
Optimus Mass Production Nears with China Supply Chain Inspections
Tesla has reportedly started inspecting Chinese component suppliers as it gets ready for the mass production of its humanoid robot 'Optimus', according to reports on the 21st. Citing a Chicago correspondent, this shows that preparations for Optimus mass production have entered a concrete phase.
FSD Driver Caught Sleeping While Driving at 100 km/h
A driver using Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) feature was caught by police after falling asleep while traveling at 97 km/h on a highway in Solano County, California. Authorities pointed out that FSD is a Level 2 driver-assistance feature that cannot completely replace the driver's responsibility. Local media, including the New York Post, also reported on the incident where a Tesla driver was caught sleeping while traveling at speeds approaching 100 km/h.
BYD Unveils 'Monster' Electric Truck Targeting Tesla Semi
China's BYD has unveiled the 'ETT 44', an electric truck with an output exceeding 1,000 horsepower, targeting the Tesla Semi. The vehicle can travel 600 km on a single charge with just 20 minutes of charging, emerging as a formidable competitor in the heavy-duty electric truck market previously dominated by Tesla.
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