Lora Kolodny
Lora Kolodny is a tech reporter who covers Tesla, new vehicle tech 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 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
95%
Examples:
- The author appears to have a slight lean towards reporting on business implications and contradictions in the articles provided.
Conflicts of Interest
95%
Examples:
- Elon Musk wants more control of Tesla, seeks 25% voting power. However, the author quotes Musk saying that they are an AI/robotics company despite recent financial filings showing around 95% of their revenue came from the automotive segment.
- The author has previously worked as a reporter at The Wall Street Journal and a contributor to The New York Times, which may create potential conflicts of interest when reporting on Tesla.
Contradictions
87%
Examples:
- At least 20 Tesla vehicles have been involved in crashes since the recall where Autopilot was thought to be in use.
- Deliveries of the Cybertruck have been low, with under 4,000 units shipped since November 2023.
- Net income at Tesla declined 45% to $1.48 billion, or 42 cents a share, but other articles provide no information about the net income decline.
- Tesla is aiming to fully utilize its current production capacity and achieve more than 50% growth over 2023 production before investing in new manufacturing lines.
- Tesla reported a 7% drop in auto revenue as earnings fall short of Wall Street estimates, but some articles report no mention or different percentage change.
- Tesla reported weaker-than-expected earnings for Q2 2024 with EPS of 52 cents adjusted vs expected 61-63 cents in other articles.
Deceptions
79%
Examples:
- The title of the article
Recent Articles
Tesla's Q2 2024 Profits Plummet by 45%, Yet Optimism Persists for Future AI Projects
Broke On: Tuesday, 23 July 2024Tesla's Q2 2024 profits dropped 45% to $1.48 billion, while revenue grew only 2%, despite plans for affordable vehicles and AI advancements like robotaxis and humanoid robots. Elon Musk remains optimistic about production starting in H1 2025, but increasing competition, uncertain EV market, rising costs from AI projects, and lower average vehicle selling prices have put pressure on the company's bottom line. 
Elon Musk Endorses Donald Trump After Pennsylvania Rally Shooting: A Surprising Shift in Political Stance
Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024Elon Musk endorsed Donald Trump for president after the former president was rushed off stage following gunshots at a rally, leaving one spectator dead. Musk compared Trump to Theodore Roosevelt and praised him on his X account. 
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.
