Grok AI to be available in Tesla vehicles next week, Musk says
Musk's AI startup xAI launched Grok 4, its latest flagship AI model, on Wednesday. While Musk had earlier said Tesla vehicles would be equipped with Grok, the billionaire CEO had not shared a timeline.
Tesla did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
The AI chatbot has been in hot water this week after social media posts on its X account were removed after complaints from X users and the Anti-Defamation League that Grok produced content with antisemitic tropes and praise for Adolf Hitler.
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By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. The Hyundai Palisade was a great value. Does a price hike change anything? Hyundai revealed that pricing for the 2026 Hyundai Palisade will climb by nearly 5%, coinciding with the debut of the model's second generation. But it's hardly getting less for more. The new SUV is larger than the outgoing model, features attractive new styling both inside and out, and offers numerous new extras, including an available hybrid powertrain and more comfortable seats. While that's all well and good, the mid-size three-row SUV segment is one of the most competitive segments out there. Can the Palisade afford to grow another nearly $2,000? 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