Tesla Daily: Tesla News & Analysis

– Marie-Jose Baartmans, partner at Breytner Transport, discusses the decision to place one of the first European reservations for a Tesla Semi and shares her thoughts on the current landscape of the transportation industry Links: Breytner Transport > breytner.com Breyter Twitter > @breytnerzero Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 12.05.17 – Interview with Tesla Semi Reservation Holder Breytner Transport appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– Model 3 VIN 1910 has been spotted, InsideEVs estimates November deliveries – Redditor takes delivery of a Model 3 – Update on United States federal EV tax credit Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 12.04.17 – Federal EV Tax Credit, Model 3 Deliveries & New Highest VIN appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– Five more companies have placed reservations for the Tesla Semi – Tesla's South Australian battery discharges at an even higher peak rate – Tesla Model S loses eligibility for EV incentive in Germany Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 12.01.17 – Five More Companies Reserve Tesla Semi, SA Battery Power, Germany EV Incentives appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– Model 3 makes an appearance at the LA Auto Show – Examining a couple of reports on Model 3 range and Tesla's battery production – Tesla Semi performance benefits Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.30.17 – Model 3 at LA Auto Show, Misleading Reports, Tesla Semi Performance appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– DHL places reservation for 10 Tesla Semis – New information in Waymo's lawsuit against Uber (Link) – SpaceX's updated valuation and what it means for Tesla Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.29.17 – New Semi Reservations, Waymo/Uber's Legal Battle, SpaceX Valuation appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– Motor Trend awards Alfa Romeo with the 2018 Car of the Year – Model 3 firmware update adds new features – TSLA short interest reaches 6-month high Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.28.17 – Motor Trend Car of the Year is not the Model 3, Firmware Update Adds New Features, Short Interest Update appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– Model 3 VIN number 1131 has been spotted – Jerome Guillen shares new details on the Tesla Semi in European presentation – Tesla's South Australian battery project begins charging and discharging Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.27.17 – New Tesla Semi Details, Model 3 VINs, SA Battery Project Starts Charging appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– NFI Industries and Bison Transport place reservations for the Tesla Semi – New details on Semi production plans and Tesla's prototype Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.24.17 – Reservation Holders Share New Details on Tesla Semi appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– Tesla releases expected pricing on the Tesla Semi – Total cost of ownership and battery costing analysis – Tesla completes 100MWh battery project in South Australia Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.23.17 – Tesla Semi Pricing, South Australian Battery Project Completed appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– Tesla opens the design studio to select non-employee Model 3 reservation holders – Two more companies place reservations for the Tesla Semi – Electrek tests a new all-electric UTV from Nikola Motor (Link) Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.22.17 – Model 3 Design Studio Opens to Some Non-Employees, Tesla Semi Reservations, Nikola Zero appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– More Model 3 VINs registered with NHTSA – Model 3 is a finalist for 2018 Motor Trend Car of the Year – Model 3 Long Range tested at 4.8 second 0-60mph – Adam Jonas updates investor note – Uber and Volvo announce that they will continue to work together Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.21.17 – Model 3 Updates, Morgan Stanley Analyst Note, Uber/Volvo appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– Tesla Semi reservation holder Chace Barber joins the show to discuss why he reserved, how the Tesla Semi might fit in his business, and how competitive the semi could be in the trucking industry Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.20.17 – Interview with a Tesla Semi Reservation Holder appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– Tesla unveils the Tesla Semi and the next-generation Tesla Roadster – Analyzing these products and what they might mean for Tesla's competitive position and valuation Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.17.17 – Analyzing the Tesla Semi & the Tesla Roadster appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– Volkswagen announces $12B investment in China for electric vehicles (Link) – Rolling Stone interviews Elon Musk (Link) – New supercharging location opens with a Tesla cafe & lounge – Model 3 VIN sightings – The Tesla Show drives a Model 3 Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.16.17 – VW Invests in EVs in China, Rolling Stone Interviews Elon Musk, Supercharging Cafe/Lounge, Model 3 Updates appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– Jim Chanos adds to short position and predicts Elon will step down as CEO by 2020 – Tesla sued for racial discrimination Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.15.17 – TSLA Short Predicts Elon Musk Will Step Down as CEO by 2020, Tesla Lawsuits appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– What information we can learn about the production ramp from Model 3 VIN sightings – Model 3 reservation cancellation rate due to production delays Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.14.17 – Understanding Model 3 VIN Batching, Cancellation Rates appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– Bernstein says Model 3 fit & finish is "relatively poor", but also says it probably won't matter – New Model 3 production video – New highest Model 3 VIN spotted Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.13.17 – Model 3 Production, Fit & Finish appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– Tesla secures 48MWh energy project with Nantucket, Massachusetts – Federal $7,500 EV tax credit apparently remains in Senate's proposed federal tax bill – TSLA Short Interest Update Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.10.17 – Tesla Secures 48MWh Energy Project, Federal EV Tax Credit Update, Short Interest Update appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– Electrek.co reports that Tesla produced 180 Model 3's in October – Model S 100D 0-60 mph tested at 3.6 seconds, faster than advertised 4.1 second 0-60 – New details on Autopilot's neural network Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.09.17 – Model 3 October Production Numbers, Model S 100D Quicker than Advertised, Autopilot's Neural Network appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– Waymo's fully self-driving vehicles are test-driving on public roads, without anyone in the driver's seat – Guest appearance on The Tesla Show Q3 earnings report episode Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.08.17 – Waymo Begins Driverless Full Self-Driving, The Tesla Show appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– Tesla has acquired Minnesota-based engineering company Perbix – Tesla's Director of Battery Technology, Jon Wagner, has left the company – Model 3 VIN 1088 reportedly spotted Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.07.17 – Tesla Acquires Another Engineering Company, Battery Director Departs, New Model 3 VIN appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– Digging in to Elon's comments on Tesla's growth rate over the next 5 years – Model 3 VIN #869 has been spotted Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.06.17 – Tesla's Next 5-Year Growth Rate, New Highest Model 3 VIN appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– Newly proposed tax bill would eliminate the $7,500 US Federal tax credit for electric vehicles – To easily contact your representatives, you can use this website: https://org.salsalabs.com/o/2711/p/dia/action4/common/public/?action_KEY=22515 Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.03.17 – Tax Bill Could Eliminate $7,500 US Tax Credit appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– Q3 2017 earnings report review Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.02.17 – Q3 Earnings Report Review appeared first on TechCast Daily.

– Q3 2017 earnings report preview – Panasonic CEO says Gigafactory production bottlenecks are understood and should be resolved quickly Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 11.01.17 – Q3 Earnings Report Preview, Panasonic CEO Comments on Gigafactory Bottlenecks appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Understanding what the cost of converting Puerto Rico's energy infrastructure to solar/storage might be, and if that is a good investment opportunity Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.31.17 – The Cost of Converting Puerto Rico's Energy Infrastructure appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Diego joins the show to discuss his new Tesla solar system 2:12 – Background on Diego's interest in solar 3:10 – Original cost quotes from SolarCity and others 4:00 – Diego's energy consumption 5:15 – Electrical code requirements 6:38 – Tesla Solar Roof discussion 9:57 – New cost quotes from Tesla/others & sizing the solar system 12:00 – Panel efficiency discussion 13:30 – Budgeting for the system & payback period 14:50 – Tesla price matches local competitor 16:00 – Design process 17:20 – Inverters 28:37 – Net metering 30:38 – Powerwall 33:40 – Energy independence Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Referral > ts.la/diego3364 Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.30.17 – Guest Discussion with New Tesla Solar Customer appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Elon provides an update on production hell – A Model 3 supplier provides a better update on production hell – A new EPA document confirms official range and provides new details on long range Model 3 Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.27.17 – Production Hell, Parts Orders, Model 3 EPA Document Confirms 334 Mile Range appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this (50th!) episode: – Tesla has added references to more cameras in the most recent Autopilot update – Panasonic reportedly increasing investment in battery production for EVs, including at the Tesla Gigafactory – I share my thoughts on TSLA stock price movement this week as we head into the Q3 earnings report Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.26.17 – Autopilot Firmware Update, Panasonic Increases Investment in Battery Production, Thoughts on TSLA Price This Week appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Tesla's first solar+storage energy project in Puerto Rico goes live – Daimler unveils electric semi truck concept with 220 miles of range Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.25.17 – Tesla's First Energy Project In Puerto Rico, Daimler Unveils Electric Semi Concept appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Analyzing Tesla's opportunity in the Chinese auto market – Edmunds rates Tesla on active safety features and what that indicates – Tokyo Auto Show this week Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.24.17 – Analyzing the China Auto Market, Edmunds Rates Tesla on Active Safety Features, Tokyo Auto Show appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Tesla reportedly reaches preliminary agreement for wholly-owned manufacturing facility in China – New information on Tesla and Puerto Rico Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.23.17 – Tesla Reportedly Reaches Agreement to Manufacture in China, More News on Puerto Rico appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Tesla registers 1,000 more Model 3 VINs with NHTSA, and what that really means for production – Early unconfirmed reports of the first differentiating feature of Enhanced Autopilot – Alphabet (Google) takes $1B stake in ride-sharing service Lyft – Consumer reports rates Model 3 reliability as average Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.20.17 – More Model 3 VINs Registered with NHTSA, EAP Might Have a New Feature, Google Invests in Lyft appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Understanding Tesla's vertical integration strategy (Wired.com) – Tesla's mobile service vans to go all-electric Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.19.17 – Detailing Tesla's Production Strategy, Mobile Service to go Electric appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Model 3 will not get any Supercharging credits, and what that means for Tesla as a company – Performance version of the Model 3 likely spotted testing in Fremont Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.18.17 – No Supercharging Credit For Model 3 & Impact on Tesla, Performance Model 3 Spotted Testing? appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – New investor note from Oppenheimer adds color on Tesla's cash plans and Model 3 production – Nomura reiterates street-high $500 price target Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.17.17 – Analyst Note Provides Insight to Model 3 Production Problems, Nomura Reiterates $500 Price Target appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Tesla fires hundreds of employees in Fremont after performance reviews – Powerpacks spotted in Puerto Rico – New highest Model 3 VIN sighting Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.16.17 – Tesla Fires Hundreds, Powerpacks in Puerto Rico, Model 3 VIN Update appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Tesla voluntarily issues a recall on some Model X vehicles – Oil giant acquires electric vehicle charging company Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.13.17 – Model X Recall, Oil Giant Acquires EV Charging Company appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Elon posts a new video of the Model 3 production line and what it indicates for production rate – TSLA short interest update – Enhanced Autopilot and Full Self-Driving option take rates – California proposes updates to autonomous vehicle regulations within the state Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.12.17 – New Model 3 Production Video, TSLA Short Interest Update, Autopilot Take Rates, Autonomous Driving Regulation in CA appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Mike Brown of Inverse.com joins us to discuss the energy situation in Puerto Rico and how Tesla may play a role Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Mike Brown is on twitter @mikearildbrown Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.11.17 – Guest Discussion with Mike Brown on Puerto Rico's Energy Situation appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Backlash from Wall St. Journal on third quarter Model 3 production – Morgan Stanley analyst Adam Jonas raises his price target for TSLA – Tesla delivers more Solar Roofs to employees Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.10.17 – Backlash on Model 3 Production, Morgan Stanley Updates Price Target, Solar Roof Deliveries to Employees appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – More details on Tesla Energy in Puerto Rico – Tesla Semi unveil date changed yet again, and what that might indicate – Speculation on Model 3 production ramp – New information on Model 3 configuration and options Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.09.17 – Puerto Rico, Tesla Semi Unveiling, Model 3 Production & Details appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Have we just seen another huge Tesla Energy project come to life on Twitter? – Model 3 Long-Range edition appears to have faster supercharging than Model S/X Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.06.17 – Tesla Energy & Puerto Rico, Model 3's Faster Supercharging? appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Nomura Group initiates coverage on TSLA – Discussion on Nomura's forecasts Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcasta Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.05.17 – TSLA to $500: New Analyst Initiates Coverage appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Anecdote on Tesla and the impact of negative media Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.04.17 – A Personal Story, The Impact of Negative Headlines appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Understanding the Q3 delivery report and what it means for Tesla in the short and long terms – Discussion on Model 3 production ramp – First look at what appears to be the Tesla Semi and what we learned – 1000th Supercharging location opens Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.03.17 – Takeaways From Q3 Delivery Report, Model 3 Production Ramp, First Look at Tesla Semi appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Supercharger Network growth accelerating – What to expect from Q3 delivery report Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 10.02.17 – Supercharger Network Growth Accelerates, Q3 Delivery Report Expectations appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Tesla unveils South Australia Powerpack project – News on SpaceX's BFR – Model 3 VIN update – Tesla updates referral program Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 09.29.17 – Tesla's South Australia Powerpack Project, SpaceX's BFR, Model 3 VIN and Referral Program Updates appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – More discussion on Tesla's growth potential over the next two decades Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 09.28.17 – More Discussion on Tesla's Growth Potential appeared first on TechCast Daily.

In this episode: – Discussion on a new note from Morgan Stanley analyst Adam Jonas – Another company has entered the EV space Links: Email > [email protected] Twitter > @teslapodcast Patreon > patreon.com/tesladailypodcast Music by Evan Schaeffer The post 09.27.17 – Updated Investor Note from Morgan Stanley, A New Entrant in the EV Market appeared first on TechCast Daily.