
Tesla Daily: Tesla News & Analysis
Tesla Daily is a podcast covering all things Tesla, Inc., published every weekday. News on Tesla Motors, Tesla Energy, Tesla Solar, and Tesla Network is discussed in a concise and consistent manner, making it easy to stay up-to-date on the latest from Tesla. Dedicated to keeping investors and customers well-informed, Tesla Daily host Rob Maurer provides analysis and opinions on Tesla as a company, TSLA stock, and the future of the many industries Tesla competes in. Additionally, Tesla Daily covers major news from Elon Musk's SpaceX, Neuralink, and The Boring Company.
Latest episodes

Sep 29, 2021 • 13min
FSD Rollout Plan, September China Sales, Huge Megapack Order, Piper Sandler Note, and More (09.28.21)
➤ TSLA stock shows relative strength in worst day for Nasdaq in 6 months ➤ Elon Musk explains Tesla’s FSD Beta rollout plan and timeline ➤ Rumored huge month for Tesla China in September ➤ IDRA releases Giga Press teaser video ➤ New Cybertruck video creates possible confusion ➤ Biggest Tesla Energy deal ever reported ➤ Piper Sandler issues updated TSLA note, increasing estimates ➤ Ford announces EV and battery factory plans ➤ Volkswagen accused of using emissions test defeat device software ➤ Lucid announces start of production and delivery dates ➤ UK faces fuel shortage Plaid producer Who Why Executive producer Jeremy Cooke Executive producer Troy Cherasaro Executive producer Andre/Maria Kent Executive producer Jessie Chimni Executive producer Jeffrey Yu Executive producer Michael Pastrone Executive producer Richard Del Maestro Executive producer John Beans Music by Evan Schaeffer Disclosure: Rob Maurer is long TSLA stock & derivatives

Sep 27, 2021 • 12min
Beta Button and Safety Score, Now What? + Tesla China Production Booming (09.27.21)
➤ Tesla releases FSD Beta request button and Safety Score Beta, now what? ➤ Zero intervention long FSD Beta drive: https://youtu.be/dRXZ9Mwiuto ➤ California DMV responds to CNBC inquiry on FSD Beta rollout ➤ First look at new Autopilot safety feature in action ➤ Leaked Elon Musk email ➤ New rumor on Giga Shanghai production ➤ China factories face power shortages ➤ Elon Musk comments on Tesla’s status in China ➤ Model Y delivery times move out again ➤ Tesla makes changes to annual shareholder meeting Plaid producer Who Why Executive producer Jeremy Cooke Executive producer Troy Cherasaro Executive producer Andre/Maria Kent Executive producer Jessie Chimni Executive producer Jeffrey Yu Executive producer Michael Pastrone Executive producer Richard Del Maestro Executive producer John Beans Music by Evan Schaeffer Disclosure: Rob Maurer is long TSLA stock & derivatives

Sep 24, 2021 • 9min
TSLA Stock’s Highest Close in 7 Months, Elon Musk Interview, Production Update (09.24.21)
➤ TSLA stock ended the week with its highest close in more than 7 months ➤ New rumor on Tesla’s Q3 production ➤ Elon Musk interview for Italian Tech Week (https://youtu.be/4_LAXD-f9e0) ➤ Semiconductor shortage updates ➤ Fremont Police Department adds new Tesla vehicle to fleet ➤ When to expect Tesla’s Q3 delivery and production report Plaid producer Who Why Executive producer Jeremy Cooke Executive producer Troy Cherasaro Executive producer Andre/Maria Kent Executive producer Jessie Chimni Executive producer Jeffrey Yu Executive producer Michael Pastrone Executive producer Richard Del Maestro Executive producer John Beans Music by Evan Schaeffer Disclosure: Rob Maurer is long TSLA stock & derivatives

Sep 23, 2021 • 13min
Sell Tesla Stock at $3,000? Not So Fast… (09.23.21)
➤ ARK Invest’s Cathie Wood comments on what ARK would do if Tesla stock rose to $3,000 per share next year ➤ Discussion of a hypothetical $3,000 share price scenario ➤ New report on Tesla’s next-generation FSD hardware ➤ Update on Tesla China production ➤ Tesla’s Australian battery project partner taken to court ➤ Tesla lobbies NHTSA regarding emissions standards ➤ Elon Musk recognized by TIME magazine Plaid producer Who Why Executive producer Jeremy Cooke Executive producer Troy Cherasaro Executive producer Andre/Maria Kent Executive producer Jessie Chimni Executive producer Jeffrey Yu Executive producer Michael Pastrone Executive producer Richard Del Maestro Executive producer John Beans Music by Evan Schaeffer Disclosure: Rob Maurer is long TSLA stock & derivatives

Sep 23, 2021 • 9min
Autopilot Update, New Tesla Megafactory, Tesla Insurance, Redwood Materials (09.22.21)
➤ Reported new Autopilot functionality may be pivotal in NHTSA investigation ➤ Federal Reserve September meeting updates ➤ New factory for Tesla in California ➤ Elon Musk provides update on Tesla Insurance rollout ➤ Giga Berlin construction update ➤ China end-of-quarter delivery wave heats up ➤ Redwood Materials has a new investor Plaid producer Who Why Executive producer Jeremy Cooke Executive producer Troy Cherasaro Executive producer Andre/Maria Kent Executive producer Jessie Chimni Executive producer Jeffrey Yu Executive producer Michael Pastrone Executive producer Richard Del Maestro Executive producer John Beans Music by Evan Schaeffer Disclosure: Rob Maurer is long TSLA stock & derivatives

Sep 22, 2021 • 12min
News on Tesla Energy, NTSB Comments, Waymo, Semiconductors, Other EVs (09.21.21)
➤ News on Tesla Energy: Virtual Power Plant, Megapack, and Solar Roof ➤ Head of NTSB advocates for more restriction on Tesla’s Autopilot ➤ Model S deliveries expand regionally ➤ Model Y enters new market ➤ Waymo’s Head of Behavior Prediction to present on autonomy ➤ GM President comments on chip shortages ➤ Ford comments come back around on Mustang Mach-E ➤ Mercedes announces US pricing for EQS ➤ Audi announces details for all-electric Q4 e-ton Plaid producer Who Why Executive producer Jeremy Cooke Executive producer Troy Cherasaro Executive producer Andre/Maria Kent Executive producer Jessie Chimni Executive producer Jeffrey Yu Executive producer Michael Pastrone Executive producer Richard Del Maestro Executive producer John Beans Music by Evan Schaeffer Disclosure: Rob Maurer is long TSLA stock & derivatives

Sep 21, 2021 • 16min
Stock Market Drops, TSLA Follows on Evergrande + Beta, Factory, Referral Program Updates (09.20.21)
➤ TSLA stock follows the markets down as Evergrande raises concerns in China ➤ Elon Musk provides more details on FSD Beta rollout process ➤ Rumor surfaces about Russian Gigafactory, Elon Musk comments ➤ After Inspiration4 landing, Elon Musk prods President Biden on silence ➤ Tesla halts majority of referral program ➤ Intel, Qualcomm share thoughts on automotive chip shortages ➤ Toyota president continues to speak out against EV adoption ➤ NHTSA begins investigation on another airbag recall ➤ Interest in orbital spaceflight up after Inspiration4 mission Plaid producer Who Why Executive producer Jeremy Cooke Executive producer Troy Cherasaro Executive producer Andre/Maria Kent Executive producer Jessie Chimni Executive producer Jeffrey Yu Executive producer Michael Pastrone Executive producer Richard Del Maestro Executive producer John Beans Music by Evan Schaeffer Disclosure: Rob Maurer is long TSLA stock & derivatives

Sep 17, 2021 • 18min
Beta Button Details, Version 10.0.1, Germany EVs, China EV Congress, Neuralink (09.17.21)
➤ Elon Musk provides updated timeline on FSD Beta 10.1, gives clarification on FSD Beta request button plans ➤ Tesla pushes new FSD Beta version 10.0.1 ➤ Elon Musk alludes to big September in Germany ➤ China’s World New Energy Vehicle Congress welcomes Elon Musk as remote event speaker ➤ Model 3 delivery estimates updated ➤ Former Neuralink co-founder comments on departure Plaid producer Who Why Executive producer Jeremy Cooke Executive producer Troy Cherasaro Executive producer Andre/Maria Kent Executive producer Jessie Chimni Executive producer Jeffrey Yu Executive producer Michael Pastrone Executive producer Richard Del Maestro Executive producer John Beans Music by Evan Schaeffer Disclosure: Rob Maurer is long TSLA stock & derivatives

Sep 17, 2021 • 14min
China Confusion, Cybertruck Glass, GigaFest, Lucid Air Efficiency (09.16.21)
➤ Large discrepancy in China numbers causes confusion ➤ Model Y production in China reported ➤ New Tesla video appears to show a part of new Cybertruck design ➤ Details about Tesla “Giga-Fest” posted online ➤ Tesla scores well in JD Power APEAL study ➤ Lucid Air EPA ranges confirmed and efficiency numbers posted, allowing for comparison with Tesla ➤ GM extends Chevy Bolt production shutdown ➤ Ford begins pre-production of Ford F-150 Lightning Plaid producer Who Why Executive producer Jeremy Cooke Executive producer Troy Cherasaro Executive producer Andre/Maria Kent Executive producer Jessie Chimni Executive producer Jeffrey Yu Executive producer John Beans Executive producer Michael Pastrone Music by Evan Schaeffer Disclosure: Rob Maurer is long TSLA stock & derivatives

Sep 15, 2021 • 13min
“Model 2” Timeline Update, Q3 Implications, Chip Situation, EV Tax Credits, Referral Program (09.15.21)
➤ Updates from Tesla investor relations on Tesla’s lower price vehicle, 4680 battery production, pricing and margins, chip shortage impacts, and more ➤ US EV tax credit updates ➤ Tesla updates referral program ➤ Giga Berlin battery factory approved for state funding ➤ India approves multi-billion dollar incentive plan for electric vehicle manufacturing and more ➤ All-wheel drive ID.4 and Lucid Air EPA ranges announced Plaid producer Who Why Executive producer Jeremy Cooke Executive producer Troy Cherasaro Executive producer Andre/Maria Kent Executive producer Jessie Chimni Executive producer Jeffrey Yu Executive producer John Beans Executive producer Michael Pastrone Music by Evan Schaeffer Disclosure: Rob Maurer is long TSLA stock & derivatives