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Tesla has filed a patent for integrating Starlink internet terminals into its vehicles, using RF-transparent polymer materials in the roof design. This innovation aims to enhance connectivity by allowing clear communication with satellites, potentially eliminating cellular dead zones and benefiting technologies like Robotaxi. The new design maintains safety standards and could be a standard feature in future Tesla models, leveraging SpaceX's Starlink network for reliable internet access.
Elon Musk, in a December 2025 interview, chose William Shakespeare, Ben Franklin, and Nikola Tesla as his ideal dinner guests, citing admiration for their contributions. Musk's choices reflect his appreciation for Shakespeare's literary works, Franklin's entrepreneurial spirit, and Tesla's innovations in electricity. Musk expressed a preference for a 12-course meal for the occasion, highlighting the significance of the gathering.
Tesla has released a new Full Self-Driving version v14.2.1.25 alongside its Holiday Update for Hardware 4 owners. The update includes improvements to FSD and new features like Grok with Navigation Commands, Tesla Photobooth, Dog Mode Live Activity, and more. The rollout is controlled, addressing issues from previous versions, and includes undocumented features like Charging Passport and USB storage info for Dashcam.
Attorney John C. Carpenter criticizes Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) system for being prone to mistakes and emphasizes the importance of safety features in autonomous vehicles. He argues against political framing of safety debates and highlights the need for transparency in incident reporting. Carpenter also discusses the legal challenges and varying state regulations for Robotaxis, stressing the importance of accessible crash data for accountability.
ICONIQ Capital LLC grew its stake in shares of Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA - Free Report) by 21.0% in the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
