Tesla Updates: Vision Pro, Model Y and Future Tech

EV Market and Safety Trends

The episode explores several critical topics surrounding Tesla and the evolving landscape of electric vehicles.

A major talking point is the use of Apple Vision Pro headsets while driving.
NHTSA has publicly deemed this practice reckless.
The hosts analyze if this is significantly different from distracted driving with smartphones, noting that nearly 60% of trips involve phone interaction.

Tesla has officially confirmed that the Model Y refresh (Project Juniper) will not occur in 2024.
The company is prioritizing its current production stability, and there are no immediate plans for a 48-volt architecture shift in the Model Y.

"I don't think any manufacturer, any CEO has the right to dictate what a customer can or can't do with their vehicle once they've paid for it."

The show discusses a new Supercharger competition that uses gamification to encourage users to visit unique charging locations.
An intriguing segment on lithium metal batteries highlights PhD research at Stanford that suggests software-based breakthroughs could double EV range.
The hosts also address the recent vandalism of a Waymo vehicle in San Francisco, questioning the viability of the robotaxi model in unpredictable urban environments.