Lora Kolodny
Lora Kolodny is a tech reporter who covers Tesla, new vehicle technology, and climate tech for CNBC.com in San Francisco. She has previously worked as an editor at TechCrunch, a reporter at The Wall Street Journal, and a contributor to The New York Times. Lora is a graduate of Williams College and can be reached at lora.kolodny@nbcuni.com or followed on Threads.
Biography:
https://www.cnbc.com/lora-kolodny/
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
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Examples:
- The author has a slight bias against Tesla, focusing more on the company's legal troubles than its products or services.
Conflicts of Interest
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Examples:
- There are instances of conflicts of interest in the articles provided, such as information about Elon Musk's compensation package and his involvement in various companies.
Contradictions
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- Some articles also contain contradictory information within themselves, such as conflicting details about Elon Musk's desired voting control over Tesla.
- There are several instances of contradictions in the articles provided, such as numbers of vehicles produced and delivered by Tesla and BYD, and information about Cruise's permits.
Deceptions
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Examples:
- Some articles contain deceptive practices, such as misleading or unclear titles and information that serves as a distraction from discussing Tesla's financial performance in detail.
- There are also instances of Elon Musk providing conflicting information or making statements that can be interpreted in multiple ways.
Recent Articles
Tesla's Q2 2023 Production and Delivery Figures: Impressive Results and Bullish Stock Trends
Broke On: Tuesday, 02 July 2024Tesla's Q2 2023 production and delivery figures exceed expectations, reaching approximately 411,000 and 444,000 vehicles respectively. This impressive performance has led to a surge in the company's stock price with potential targets at $260, $334, and possibly $400. Despite competition from other EV manufacturers like NIO Inc. and Geely, Tesla continues to innovate its autonomous driving capabilities and expand its market lead. Tesla's Q2 2024: 411,000 Vehicles Produced, 443,956 Delivered - A Decline and an Increase
Broke On: Tuesday, 02 July 2024In Q2 2024, Tesla produced 411,000 vehicles and delivered 443,956 vehicles despite facing production issues and supply chain challenges. The Model 3 and Model Y continued to dominate sales while the Cybertruck's performance remained mixed. Tesla's market share has decreased from 80% in 2020 to around 50% as legacy automakers release new electric models. 
Tesla Shareholders Reaffirm $45 Billion Pay Award for Elon Musk Amidst Controversy
Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024Tesla shareholders reaffirmed Elon Musk's $45 billion pay award in a June 13, 2024 vote, despite legal challenges and concerns over executive pay accountability. Musk promised progress on vehicle autonomy and announced Tesla's incorporation move to Texas. He also revealed plans for a ride-hailing network with self-driving Tesla vehicles and the production of Optimus robots in 2025. 
Tesla Under Investigation: DOJ Examines Securities Fraud Allegations, NHTSA Presses for Answers on Autopilot Changes
Broke On: Tuesday, 07 May 2024The Department of Justice and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration are investigating Tesla over misleading claims about its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving technology, following reports of safety issues and consumer complaints. The DOJ is examining potential securities fraud, while the NHTSA is pressing for answers on software changes after a recall affecting 2 million vehicles. Tesla's stock dropped nearly 4% following the investigations. 
Tesla's Q1 2024 Profits Plummet: $1.13 Billion & 9% Revenue Drop Amidst Competition and Operational Challenges
Broke On: Tuesday, 23 April 2024Tesla reports a 55% profit drop to $1.13 billion and a 9% revenue decrease to $21.3 billion in Q1 2024 due to tepid car sales, price cuts, and operational issues. Despite challenges, Tesla plans new affordable models for H2 2025 and remains committed to self-driving cars and global EV expansion. 
Tesla Recalls Nearly 4,000 Cybertrucks Due to Defective Accelerator Pedals: Soap Used as Lubricant in Austin Factory Identified as Cause
Broke On: Friday, 19 April 2024Tesla recalls 4,000 Cybertrucks due to a defect in the accelerator pedal caused by soap used as lubricant during assembly. Affected vehicles manufactured from November 2023 to April 2024 may unintentionally accelerate, increasing crash risk. Tesla will replace or rework the pedals for free and has reported no deaths or injuries. 
Tesla CEO Elon Musk Apologizes for Incorrectly Low Severance Packages Amidst Company Restructuring and Lawsuits
Broke On: Thursday, 18 April 2024Tesla CEO Elon Musk apologizes for incorrectly low severance packages given to laid-off employees during the company's ongoing restructuring, affecting over 140,000 employees. Amidst sales slowdown and competition from Chinese manufacturers, Musk pushes for major changes while facing lawsuits from former Twitter executives seeking $128 million in unpaid severance. :max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/GettyImages-1258741760-1bc7f77d4aa14907a27e7a265a55e314.jpg)
Tesla's Q4 Earnings Miss Analyst Expectations, Vehicle Volume Growth May Slow in 2024
Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024Tesla's Q4 earnings fell short of analysts expectations with revenue increasing by just 1% and operating profit falling by a third. Price cuts taken around the world reduced average selling prices and gross margin per vehicle, while Tesla said that vehicle volume growth in 2024 may be lower than last year's rate as it works towards launching its next-generation vehicle in Texas. 
Elon Musk's Quest for More Influence in Tesla: A Look at His Bizarre Statement and the Implications
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 January 2024Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has expressed his dissatisfaction with his current stake in Tesla and claimed that he wants more shares to have a bigger influence on its AI and robotics projects. He recently sold billions of dollars worth of Tesla stock to buy Twitter, raising questions about his priorities. Musk is seeking a new CEO compensation package that would give him ownership of around 25% of the company's stock. 
Tesla vs BYD: Who is currently leading in EV production?
Broke On: Wednesday, 03 January 2024Tesla and BYD are two of the world's largest electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers. In Q4 2023, Tesla reported delivering 485,000 vehicles while BYD delivered more than half a million units.
