Meanwhile, Panasonic says it is two years away from a breakthrough that could revolutionize the space, and increase battery range significantly. Japanese electronics company Panasonic says it is about two years away from building a battery that could significantly extend the driving range for its EV batteries.

The U.S. Senate voted on Thursday to confirm the top auto safety official along with dozens of other nominees, including officials overseeing highways and pipelines.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration told NBC News that it had spoken to Tesla about mishaps at train crossings.

A few grisly details are known about the death of 15-year-old teenager Celeste Rivas, but they've come from leaks to major news outlets and relate to the condition of her body. The cause of death is not yet clear.

Politically driven boycotts against Tesla, Bud Light and Cracker Barrel have had an impact, but Disney’s audience is much larger, possibly making it better positioned to absorb the fallout.

Frank Hannon of the 1980s heavy metal band discussed new music and his thoughts on blending politics and performing.

Authorities have identified the body of a young female found in the front trunk of an impounded Tesla at a Hollywood tow yard. The vehicle is registered to singer D4vd. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner confirmed the victim as 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. KTLA 5 has learned that Hernandez was reported missing from Lake […]

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