Tesla is an automotive manufacturer specializing in electric vehicles, founded in 2003 in California. The company has diversified into energy solutions (stationary batteries, solar panels) and expanded its operations to vehicle autonomy. In August 2026, Tesla officially launches its Cybercab, a fully autonomous taxi with no steering wheel or pedals, initially reserved for employees before a public rollout in Austin.
Tesla
Tesla
TypeCompany
Founded2003
HeadquartersAustin, Texas, États-Unis
Chief executiveElon Musk (PDG)
TopicTransportation
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XPeng starts Iron robot production, leaving Tesla Optimus behind
XPeng has begun production of its Iron humanoid robot on a line over 80% automated in Guangzhou. Unlike Tesla, whose Optimus struggles to move from prototype to mass production, the Chinese firm has a concrete lead: the first unit left the line unassisted on September 8, 2026. September 9, 2026
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Energy
LFP batteries dominate the market, but recycling remains an economic puzzle
LFP batteries, cheaper to produce and cobalt- and nickel-free, now account for 61% of the global market in 2026. But recycling them costs more than the value of the recovered materials, posing a major challenge for the circular economy. September 7, 2026
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Robots
Chinese automakers race to build humanoid robots
Chinese automakers are pouring billions into humanoid robots, with record funding rounds and concrete projects. The goal: diversify revenue as automotive margins shrink. August 30, 2026
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Transportation
Tesla Semi: European details in September as US production ramps up
Tesla will reveal the specifications and European launch timeline for its Semi at IAA Transportation in Hanover, September 15–20, 2026. Meanwhile, the dedicated Nevada factory is set for inauguration after already starting volume production. August 25, 2026
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Transportation
BYD Qin Max: Electric sedan at €14,000, half the price of a Tesla Model 3
BYD is launching the Qin Max in China, an electric sedan the size of a Tesla Model 3, priced from €14,000. With 97% charge in 9 minutes and premium features, it directly challenges Western automakers. August 22, 2026
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Transportation
Tesla Robotaxis now driverless in Austin, but not incident-free
Tesla Robotaxis are now operating without human drivers in Austin. This shift, confirmed by crowdsourced data, comes just days before the Cybercab launch, the autonomous vehicle with no steering wheel or pedals. August 21, 2026
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Transportation