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  • Business
    TechCrunch

    Tesla's new growth plan is centered around mysterious cheaper models

    Tesla's been undergoing some major changes, and now we have a sense of why: The company says it is upending its product roadmap because of "pressure" on EV sales. The new and accelerated plan now includes "more affordable models" that the company claims will be launched next year. Or if Tesla CEO Elon Musk is to be believed -- and that's a big bet considering his track record with timelines -- possibly as early as the end of 2024.

  • Business
    TechCrunch

    Tesla profits drop 55%, company says EV sales 'under pressure' from hybrids

    Tesla profits fell 55% to $1.13 billion in the first quarter from the same year-ago period as a protracted EV price-cutting strategy and "several unforeseen challenges" cut into the automaker’s bottom line. Tesla reported revenue of $21.3 billion in the first quarter, a 9% drop from the first quarter of 2023. Tesla reported operating income of $1.2 billion in the first quarter, a 54% decrease from the same year-ago period.

  • Politics
    Politico

    Washington is coming after TikTok — so where are all the angry users?

    Why the loyal audience of a popular app isn't showing up as a political force.