Kara Carlson
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· Feb 11
Are you in the market for an electric vehicle?
I'm an EV reporter at Bloomberg and I'm interested in hearing what you're thinking as you shop
Are tax credits a factor?
Switching between brands?
Holding off for a future model?
Reach me here, ✉️kcarlson72@bloomberg.net or let me know how to reach you
I'm an EV reporter at Bloomberg and I'm interested in hearing what you're thinking as you shop
Are tax credits a factor?
Switching between brands?
Holding off for a future model?
Reach me here, ✉️kcarlson72@bloomberg.net or let me know how to reach you
Tesla's longtime design chief Franz von Holzhausen said the company is looking to redesign its door handles to combine the electronic and manual release mechanisms, a change he said would make exiting more intuitive for occupants in “a panic situation.”
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Tesla Is Redesigning Door Handles That Drew Safety Scrutiny
Tesla Inc. is working on a redesign of its door handles, which have drawn scrutiny over safety incidents that trapped passengers inside their vehicles.
www.bloomberg.com
September 18, 2025 at 12:48 AM
Tesla's longtime design chief Franz von Holzhausen said the company is looking to redesign its door handles to combine the electronic and manual release mechanisms, a change he said would make exiting more intuitive for occupants in “a panic situation.”
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Reposted by Kara Carlson
NEW FROM ME: I wrote about the many, many Tesla drivers who complain that their FSD software fails them at rail crossings. There are dozens of complaints online from drivers, including many videos.
Here's our investigation: www.nbcnews.com/tech/elon-mu...
Here's our investigation: www.nbcnews.com/tech/elon-mu...
Tesla's 'self-driving' software fails at train crossings, some car owners warn
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration told NBC News that it had spoken to Tesla about mishaps at train crossings.
www.nbcnews.com
September 16, 2025 at 9:32 PM
NEW FROM ME: I wrote about the many, many Tesla drivers who complain that their FSD software fails them at rail crossings. There are dozens of complaints online from drivers, including many videos.
Here's our investigation: www.nbcnews.com/tech/elon-mu...
Here's our investigation: www.nbcnews.com/tech/elon-mu...
This morning, US auto safety regulators opened an investigation into some Tesla vehicle doors, following incidents where exterior handles stopped working, leaving trapped children inside
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Trapped Inside: Tesla’s Dangerous Doors
When Teslas lose power, crashes can turn into deadly races against time.
www.bloomberg.com
September 16, 2025 at 3:03 PM
This morning, US auto safety regulators opened an investigation into some Tesla vehicle doors, following incidents where exterior handles stopped working, leaving trapped children inside
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Do you know how to get out if your Tesla loses power?
Depending on the model, locating a manual door release can include removing speaker covers, pocket liners or carpet
First responders and occupants have been flummoxed by the designs in crucial moments
www.bloomberg.com/features/202...
Depending on the model, locating a manual door release can include removing speaker covers, pocket liners or carpet
First responders and occupants have been flummoxed by the designs in crucial moments
www.bloomberg.com/features/202...
September 10, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Do you know how to get out if your Tesla loses power?
Depending on the model, locating a manual door release can include removing speaker covers, pocket liners or carpet
First responders and occupants have been flummoxed by the designs in crucial moments
www.bloomberg.com/features/202...
Depending on the model, locating a manual door release can include removing speaker covers, pocket liners or carpet
First responders and occupants have been flummoxed by the designs in crucial moments
www.bloomberg.com/features/202...
Reposted by Kara Carlson
NEW: “It’s the most horrible thing, to see a human burning,” Max Walsh said in a recent interview recounting the December 2023 crash. “If I was able to open the doors, I could have gotten them both out before the fire department even got there.”
www.bloomberg.com/features/202...
www.bloomberg.com/features/202...
Trapped Inside: Tesla’s Dangerous Doors
When Teslas lose power, crashes can turn into deadly races against time.
www.bloomberg.com
September 10, 2025 at 1:17 PM
NEW: “It’s the most horrible thing, to see a human burning,” Max Walsh said in a recent interview recounting the December 2023 crash. “If I was able to open the doors, I could have gotten them both out before the fire department even got there.”
www.bloomberg.com/features/202...
www.bloomberg.com/features/202...
Reposted by Kara Carlson
Are you in the market for an electric vehicle?
I'm an EV reporter at Bloomberg and I'm interested in hearing what you're thinking as you shop
Are tax credits a factor?
Switching between brands?
Holding off for a future model?
Reach me here, ✉️kcarlson72@bloomberg.net or let me know how to reach you
I'm an EV reporter at Bloomberg and I'm interested in hearing what you're thinking as you shop
Are tax credits a factor?
Switching between brands?
Holding off for a future model?
Reach me here, ✉️kcarlson72@bloomberg.net or let me know how to reach you
February 11, 2025 at 9:39 PM
Are you in the market for an electric vehicle?
I'm an EV reporter at Bloomberg and I'm interested in hearing what you're thinking as you shop
Are tax credits a factor?
Switching between brands?
Holding off for a future model?
Reach me here, ✉️kcarlson72@bloomberg.net or let me know how to reach you
I'm an EV reporter at Bloomberg and I'm interested in hearing what you're thinking as you shop
Are tax credits a factor?
Switching between brands?
Holding off for a future model?
Reach me here, ✉️kcarlson72@bloomberg.net or let me know how to reach you
Tesla is aiming to bring its driverless taxis to California and now also Arizona as the carmaker plots an expansion on the heels of last month’s limited rollout in Austin
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
July 10, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Tesla is aiming to bring its driverless taxis to California and now also Arizona as the carmaker plots an expansion on the heels of last month’s limited rollout in Austin
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
I've been driving all over the greater Austin-area all week so naturally it was a ten-minute drive that seems to have led to this
June 28, 2025 at 5:03 PM
I've been driving all over the greater Austin-area all week so naturally it was a ten-minute drive that seems to have led to this
Reposted by Kara Carlson
An early birthday present for Elon Musk: Tesla made its first autonomous delivery from the factory to a customer’s home. @karacarlson.bsky.social has the details > www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Elon Musk Says First Tesla Drove Itself From Factory to Customer
Tesla Inc. Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk said a Tesla Model Y SUV drove itself from the company’s factory near Austin to a customer’s home in the company’s latest move to showcase its push into au...
www.bloomberg.com
June 27, 2025 at 8:23 PM
An early birthday present for Elon Musk: Tesla made its first autonomous delivery from the factory to a customer’s home. @karacarlson.bsky.social has the details > www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Reposted by Kara Carlson
New Elon Inc, coving the big(?) robotaxi launch(?) and “oh yeah X has an advertising business” with @karacarlson.bsky.social and @kurtwagner.bsky.social www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Robotaxi’s Underwhelming Texas Rollout
In this week’s episode of Elon, Inc., we discuss how Musk’s attempt to catch up to Waymo may earn him some traffic tickets.
www.bloomberg.com
June 24, 2025 at 11:06 PM
New Elon Inc, coving the big(?) robotaxi launch(?) and “oh yeah X has an advertising business” with @karacarlson.bsky.social and @kurtwagner.bsky.social www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Tesla kicked off its first robotaxis rides on a few square miles of south and southeast streets after almost a decade of hype from Elon Musk, kicking off a precarious new era for the carmaker
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Tesla to Roll Out Robotaxis in Overdue Step Toward Musk Dream
Tesla Inc. rolled out its long-awaited robotaxi service to a handful of users following almost a decade of hype from Elon Musk, kicking off a precarious new era for the carmaker.
www.bloomberg.com
June 23, 2025 at 1:59 AM
Tesla kicked off its first robotaxis rides on a few square miles of south and southeast streets after almost a decade of hype from Elon Musk, kicking off a precarious new era for the carmaker
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Tesla’s robotaxis are expected to launch at a moment when the billionaire and his cars have never been more polarizing.
The service is now expected to start June 22 in a few square miles of Austin
www.bloomberg.com/news/feature...
The service is now expected to start June 22 in a few square miles of Austin
www.bloomberg.com/news/feature...
June 11, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Tesla’s robotaxis are expected to launch at a moment when the billionaire and his cars have never been more polarizing.
The service is now expected to start June 22 in a few square miles of Austin
www.bloomberg.com/news/feature...
The service is now expected to start June 22 in a few square miles of Austin
www.bloomberg.com/news/feature...
Reposted by Kara Carlson
SCOOP: Jeff Bezos funded a secretive EV startup called Slate Auto based in Michigan, and I've got all the details.
It's working on a low-cost EV pickup truck and has attracted investment from the owner of the LA Dodgers.
The result of a year-long investigation.
techcrunch.com/2025/04/08/i...
It's working on a low-cost EV pickup truck and has attracted investment from the owner of the LA Dodgers.
The result of a year-long investigation.
techcrunch.com/2025/04/08/i...
Exclusive: Inside the EV startup secretly backed by Jeff Bezos | TechCrunch
Jeff Bezos is funding a secretive EV startup based in Michigan called Slate Auto that could start production as soon as next year, according to multiple
techcrunch.com
April 8, 2025 at 7:31 PM
SCOOP: Jeff Bezos funded a secretive EV startup called Slate Auto based in Michigan, and I've got all the details.
It's working on a low-cost EV pickup truck and has attracted investment from the owner of the LA Dodgers.
The result of a year-long investigation.
techcrunch.com/2025/04/08/i...
It's working on a low-cost EV pickup truck and has attracted investment from the owner of the LA Dodgers.
The result of a year-long investigation.
techcrunch.com/2025/04/08/i...
Elon Musk has long mentioned wanting to build an "ecological paradise" on Tesla's Austin property
A report to Travis County this week has given a clearer picture of the plans including a Tesla-themed playground, sports courts, a boardwalk and expo area
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
A report to Travis County this week has given a clearer picture of the plans including a Tesla-themed playground, sports courts, a boardwalk and expo area
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Elon Musk to Expand His Texas Empire With Sprawling Austin Park
Elon Musk’s influence is vast in Texas, the state both he and his companies call home. He’s funding schools and wading into politics, buying up homes and even trying to incorporate a city.
www.bloomberg.com
April 4, 2025 at 10:56 PM
Elon Musk has long mentioned wanting to build an "ecological paradise" on Tesla's Austin property
A report to Travis County this week has given a clearer picture of the plans including a Tesla-themed playground, sports courts, a boardwalk and expo area
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
A report to Travis County this week has given a clearer picture of the plans including a Tesla-themed playground, sports courts, a boardwalk and expo area
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Reposted by Kara Carlson
NEW: No fewer than 10 principle scientists at NIH investigating emerging infectious diseases and neural disorders were among those fired by RFK Jr. today.
One is an esteemed scientist awarded for breakthrough research into the causes of Parkinson's disease.
By me and @emilymullin.bsky.social:
One is an esteemed scientist awarded for breakthrough research into the causes of Parkinson's disease.
By me and @emilymullin.bsky.social:
Doctor Behind Award-Winning Parkinson’s Research Among Scientists Purged From NIH
Leading scientists at the National Institutes of Health, the US’s leading medical research agency, were swept up Tuesday in the Trump administration's latest firing blitz.
www.wired.com
April 2, 2025 at 12:15 AM
NEW: No fewer than 10 principle scientists at NIH investigating emerging infectious diseases and neural disorders were among those fired by RFK Jr. today.
One is an esteemed scientist awarded for breakthrough research into the causes of Parkinson's disease.
By me and @emilymullin.bsky.social:
One is an esteemed scientist awarded for breakthrough research into the causes of Parkinson's disease.
By me and @emilymullin.bsky.social:
Scenes from Austin's Tesla Takedown today as backlash continues against Elon Musk
Organizers estimated about 225-250 people attended
The decentralized movement aims for today, March 29, to be the biggest day of action yet, with a goal to have same-day protests at 500 locations worldwide
Organizers estimated about 225-250 people attended
The decentralized movement aims for today, March 29, to be the biggest day of action yet, with a goal to have same-day protests at 500 locations worldwide
March 29, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Scenes from Austin's Tesla Takedown today as backlash continues against Elon Musk
Organizers estimated about 225-250 people attended
The decentralized movement aims for today, March 29, to be the biggest day of action yet, with a goal to have same-day protests at 500 locations worldwide
Organizers estimated about 225-250 people attended
The decentralized movement aims for today, March 29, to be the biggest day of action yet, with a goal to have same-day protests at 500 locations worldwide
Last night, Tesla CEO Elon Musk encouraged employees to hang onto their stock and spoke about his view for a bright future for the company, despite rising backlash and against Musk and as Tesla sales are off to a slow start of the year
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Musk Tells Tesla Employees Hang On to Stock After 50% Plunge
Elon Musk sought to reassure Tesla Inc. employees through what he referred to as “a little bit of stormy weather,” after the carmaker’s shares plunged more than 50% in just three months.
www.bloomberg.com
March 21, 2025 at 11:35 PM
Last night, Tesla CEO Elon Musk encouraged employees to hang onto their stock and spoke about his view for a bright future for the company, despite rising backlash and against Musk and as Tesla sales are off to a slow start of the year
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Brand reputation experts say Tesla outcry and reputation issues are unlikely to slow down anytime soon as Tesla vehicles, charging stations and showrooms become political symbols
Still Elon Musk continues to paint a bright future for the company
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Still Elon Musk continues to paint a bright future for the company
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
www.bloomberg.com
March 21, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Brand reputation experts say Tesla outcry and reputation issues are unlikely to slow down anytime soon as Tesla vehicles, charging stations and showrooms become political symbols
Still Elon Musk continues to paint a bright future for the company
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Still Elon Musk continues to paint a bright future for the company
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
At least two vans are among many Rivian vehicles at SXSW this year; an Olive & June manicure van and a Ben & Jerry's ice cream van (ice cream truck?)
It comes about a month after the EV maker broadened sales of the vans to customers beyond Amazon.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
It comes about a month after the EV maker broadened sales of the vans to customers beyond Amazon.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
March 9, 2025 at 9:08 PM
At least two vans are among many Rivian vehicles at SXSW this year; an Olive & June manicure van and a Ben & Jerry's ice cream van (ice cream truck?)
It comes about a month after the EV maker broadened sales of the vans to customers beyond Amazon.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
It comes about a month after the EV maker broadened sales of the vans to customers beyond Amazon.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Are any AV/EV folks on here in town for SXSW? 🚗🤠
Let me know! I'm an Austin-based EV reporter for Bloomberg
Let me know! I'm an Austin-based EV reporter for Bloomberg
March 8, 2025 at 12:25 AM
Are any AV/EV folks on here in town for SXSW? 🚗🤠
Let me know! I'm an Austin-based EV reporter for Bloomberg
Let me know! I'm an Austin-based EV reporter for Bloomberg
first day of sxsw and even the robots are sporting cowboy hats
March 7, 2025 at 11:41 PM
first day of sxsw and even the robots are sporting cowboy hats
Elon Musk’s recent polarizing actions and comments are leading some consumers to vote with their wallets, deciding against buying Teslas or even selling their current vehicles at a loss
www.bloomberg.com/news/feature...
www.bloomberg.com/news/feature...
Tesla Feels the Wrath of Anti-Elon Musk Backlash
Sales are plunging in some of the world’s biggest EV markets, and protesters and vandals are targeting the company’s stores.
www.bloomberg.com
February 26, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Elon Musk’s recent polarizing actions and comments are leading some consumers to vote with their wallets, deciding against buying Teslas or even selling their current vehicles at a loss
www.bloomberg.com/news/feature...
www.bloomberg.com/news/feature...
Lucid is searching for a new chief executive officer after it said its current leader, Peter Rawlinson, has stepped down.
COO Marc Winterhoff was named as interim CEO.
The change comes as Lucid works to scale production of its new Gravity SUV
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
COO Marc Winterhoff was named as interim CEO.
The change comes as Lucid works to scale production of its new Gravity SUV
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
EV Maker Lucid to Seek New CEO After Rawlinson Steps Aside
Lucid Group Inc. will begin a search for a new leader after Chief Executive Officer Peter Rawlinson stepped aside to serve as an advisor to the electric-vehicle maker.
www.bloomberg.com
February 26, 2025 at 1:44 AM
Lucid is searching for a new chief executive officer after it said its current leader, Peter Rawlinson, has stepped down.
COO Marc Winterhoff was named as interim CEO.
The change comes as Lucid works to scale production of its new Gravity SUV
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
COO Marc Winterhoff was named as interim CEO.
The change comes as Lucid works to scale production of its new Gravity SUV
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
If you're at a #TeslaTakeover event this weekend, I'd be interested in hearing more about what you're experiencing and what brought you out
Reach me:
Email: kcarlson72@bloomberg.net
Signal: kcarl.07
Or DM the best way to reach you
Reach me:
Email: kcarlson72@bloomberg.net
Signal: kcarl.07
Or DM the best way to reach you
Scene's from Austin's #TeslaTakeover.
Similar gatherings are expected at nearly 50 Tesla showrooms around the US this weekend
In Austin,attendees told me they are concerned about Elon Musk/DOGE and want to discourage potential customers from supporting Tesla products and adding to Musk’s wealth.
Similar gatherings are expected at nearly 50 Tesla showrooms around the US this weekend
In Austin,attendees told me they are concerned about Elon Musk/DOGE and want to discourage potential customers from supporting Tesla products and adding to Musk’s wealth.
February 15, 2025 at 7:53 PM
If you're at a #TeslaTakeover event this weekend, I'd be interested in hearing more about what you're experiencing and what brought you out
Reach me:
Email: kcarlson72@bloomberg.net
Signal: kcarl.07
Or DM the best way to reach you
Reach me:
Email: kcarlson72@bloomberg.net
Signal: kcarl.07
Or DM the best way to reach you
Scene's from Austin's #TeslaTakeover.
Similar gatherings are expected at nearly 50 Tesla showrooms around the US this weekend
In Austin,attendees told me they are concerned about Elon Musk/DOGE and want to discourage potential customers from supporting Tesla products and adding to Musk’s wealth.
Similar gatherings are expected at nearly 50 Tesla showrooms around the US this weekend
In Austin,attendees told me they are concerned about Elon Musk/DOGE and want to discourage potential customers from supporting Tesla products and adding to Musk’s wealth.
February 15, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Scene's from Austin's #TeslaTakeover.
Similar gatherings are expected at nearly 50 Tesla showrooms around the US this weekend
In Austin,attendees told me they are concerned about Elon Musk/DOGE and want to discourage potential customers from supporting Tesla products and adding to Musk’s wealth.
Similar gatherings are expected at nearly 50 Tesla showrooms around the US this weekend
In Austin,attendees told me they are concerned about Elon Musk/DOGE and want to discourage potential customers from supporting Tesla products and adding to Musk’s wealth.