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Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Yahoo
A serial SoCal road rage driver was released from prison early. He was just arrested again in Hawaii
In 2023, a Southern California man pleaded guilty to multiple charges stemming from road rage incidents in the Los Angeles area. He was sentenced to five years in prison — but was released 212 days early for good behavior last fall. On Thursday, he was arrested on suspicion of committing similar crimes. According to the Honolulu Police Department, a 38-year-old man was arrested in Hawaii on suspicion of unauthorized entry into a motor vehicle in the first degree and assault. On Wednesday, an 18-year-old woman was parking a vehicle with her mother in the passenger seat when she observed a gray Tesla speed past her. Words were then exchanged, and the man allegedly assaulted both women before fleeing in the Tesla. According to HPD's arrest logs, that man was Nathaniel Radimak. In January 2023, Radimak was spotted getting out of a Tesla on the 2 Freeway before attacking victims with a metal pipe. According to reporting from CarScoops, $30,000 in cash and some steroids were found in the vehicle. It's not clear if he was driving the same Tesla in Hawaii. He was also accused, but not convicted, of other road rage incidents dating back to 2020. As of Friday, it's not clear if he's been formally charged in Hawaii. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Tesla Odometers Could Be Overestimating Mileage By As Much As 117%: Lawsuit
Tesla, no stranger to lawsuits, has a brand new one to add to the list: A multiple-Tesla owner in Northern California is suing the automaker, claiming the odometers incorrectly measures milage using a faulty algorithm which ups the supposed miles driven from 15% to 117%. The lawsuit alleges Tesla does this to close out warranties early on their products. The lawsuit, however, stands on a filed patent which may or may not be in use in Tesla vehicles. Tesla owner Nyree Hinton brought the case against Tesla forward. Here's what they're claiming, according to CarScoops: The case was filed by Nyree Hinton, who says they bought a 2020 Tesla Model Y in December 2022 with 36,772 miles on it. Hinton states that from December 14, 2022, to February 6, 2023, they averaged 55.54 miles per day, but between March 26, 2023, and June 28, 2023, this spiked to 72.53 miles per day, just as the Model Y was approaching its warranty expiration. The owner estimates that the average mileage should have been roughly 20 miles fewer per day because of their consistent routine during this time. In the instance of their Model Y, Hinton says they drove 6,086 miles but the Tesla recorded 13,228 miles. The lawsuit is based on a patent that Tesla filed for a seemingly tricky form of recording milage. The patent calls for a "miles-to-electrical energy conversion factor" that would take in factors like charging behavior and road conditions into the calculation of miles traveled instead of a direct recording of miles traveled. The lawsuit alleges Tesla is using this technology instead of mechanical or electrical systems that faithfully record miles traveled, in order to shorten warranties based on miles-driven in the cars. Read more: Buy One Of These Electric Pickup Trucks Instead Of Humiliating Yourself With A Tesla Cybertruck There's no proof that Tesla ever put that technology into use in its cars, but there's been talk on forums about Teslas over-estimating miles driven for years. It'll be interesting to see what happens in discovery should this lawsuit go to trial. As it stands, Tesla warranties on its vehicles range from 100,000 to 150,000 miles, depending on the model. Tesla has faced plenty of litigation over the years, though its outlook in 2025 is very different. In 2024, it faced legal battles on everything from being accused of spewing pollution from its plant in California, to settling the lawsuit of the family of an Apple engineer who burned to death in a Model X, to a massive class action lawsuit from Tesla owners over self-driving promises. Yet none of those cases could do to Tesla's reputation quite what the actions of its own CEO have achieved. Elon Musk's unpopular political involvement has sent sales of his company's cars plummeting around the world and here at home. Despite falling demand and growing problems, Musk has still found the time to work towards on getting his $56 billion pay day out of litigation from the state of Delaware, most recently by attempting to change the law that's preventing this truly dazzling sum of money from hitting his bank account. Want more like this? Join the Jalopnik newsletter to get the latest auto news sent straight to your inbox... Read the original article on Jalopnik.
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Dodge's EV Gamble Falls Flat as Buyers Cling to Old Muscle
Dodge's effort to steer its muscle car legacy into the electric age is off to a rocky start. Despite the fanfare around the new all-electric Charger Daytona, more buyers chose the outgoing gas-powered models, vehicles that have been out of production since late 2023. In Q1 2025, Dodge sold 1,947 units of the Charger Daytona EV, but it sold 1,052 internal-combustion Chargers and 922 Challengers during the same period. That's a combined 1,974 old-school muscle cars, just edging out the futuristic newcomer. Spread across the country, sales of the Daytona EV averaged just 22 cars per day. That's a far cry from the numbers Dodge is used to seeing in the muscle segment. For comparison, Ford sold 9,377 Mustangs during the same timeframe — even while facing a 32% drop from last year. A year ago, Dodge sold over 9,700 Challengers in the first quarter. That kind of context makes the Daytona's early figures hard to celebrate. One reason the older models are still outselling the new one: there are plenty left on lots. As of early April, 657 Chargers and 691 Challengers from the 2023 model year were still listed for sale. That's a lot of metal sitting around 15 months after the end of production. Clearly, there's still demand, but not enough to clear the backlog quickly. Dealers are slashing prices on the Dodge Charger Daytona EV to try and spur buying. CarScoops reported that some models have seen discounts of up to $21,000 off MSRP, a rare sight for a brand-new performance vehicle. One dealership in New York listed a Scat Pack model at $61,740, down from $82,175. These heavy discounts suggest that despite its performance credentials and bold styling, the Daytona EV is struggling to win over traditional muscle car fans. With the internal combustion version of the Charger now being fast-tracked for release, Dodge appears to be acknowledging that its core buyers may not be ready to make the jump to electric, especially not at full price. The Charger Daytona's struggles are just part of a broader sales collapse for the Dodge brand. Total sales dropped 49% year-over-year, falling from 42,948 units in Q1 2024 to just 21,731 in Q1 2025. The Hornet compact SUV was down 45%, while the aging Durango dipped 9%. Every model in the lineup posted declines, showing that the brand's troubles go deeper than just one slow EV launch. Dodge isn't giving up on its muscle car roots just yet. The brand plans to launch new variants of the Charger, including a four-door Daytona and models powered by a twin-turbo inline-six. These could appeal more directly to traditional buyers who aren't ready to go electric. But for now, the numbers speak volumes: Dodge's core audience isn't buying into the EV transition just yet.
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Elon Musk Has a Plan to Curb Tesla Store Car Vandals - But There's a Catch
If you've kept up with Tesla news, you've undoubtedly seen the wave of vandalism against both dealership and privately owned cars. Tesla has fought back against recent acts of vandalism toward its inventories by enabling Sentry Mode on all of its showroom vehicles. When active, Sentry mode uses a Tesla's cameras and sensors to monitor its surroundings and detect threats. If triggered, the system initiates several responses, which include pulsing headlights, an alarm, an interior display message noting that cameras may be recording, saving footage to a USB drive if equipped, and sending a mobile app notification. Recent acts of Tesla vandalism appear to be a form of public protest against Elon Musk's work as an advisor to President Trump. Musk confirmed that Tesla has also expanded security around its inventory in addition to enabling Sentry Mode. Reports of Tesla vandalism have also gone international. On Thursday, in Hamilton, Ontario, police stated they were 'investigating a series of mischiefs that occurred at a [Tesla] vehicle dealership' in the city, according to CBS reports. While domestic and international authorities are on high alert for Tesla vandals, Musk's confirmation of Sentry Mode usage and enhanced security in showrooms may give perpetrators an opportunity to strategize on how to evade the new measures, as first noted by CarScoops. There's also the problem of Sentry Mode using significant battery power, and a Tesla must be charged to at least 20% to use the feature. Still, Tesla had to do something, as something like keying a vehicle can cause hundreds or even thousands of dollars in damages, and it's typically more convenient to keep a Tesla charged at a company facility than somewhere in the wild. While Musk announced on X, formerly Twitter, that Sentry Mode would be active on the company's showroom cars, he'll likely have to take more action, as some people are damaging Teslas when the feature is active since they don't know they're being recorded. On March 2, Tesla owner Alexandra Merz posted on X: 'Hey, @Tesla engineers, any way of getting in a software update an alarm to protect from keying the car? The car could tell the criminal before they start that they are being filmed and reported to the authorities.' Musk replied by saying, 'Car could honk at people if you want,' however, Tesla hasn't yet rolled out any new Sentry Mode updates with honking. Inventory vandalism isn't Tesla's only problem. During the first half of March, Teslas made since 2017 represented 1.4% of all vehicle trade-ins, the company's highest-ever figure. Tesla's stock has also declined over 40% this year. Edmunds shoppers also had their lowest interest in the brand in February since October 2022, and the EV maker is on track to have its worst quarter in three years. There's no denying that it's been a tumultuous time at Tesla, but the company has weathered significant storms before, and Musk has proven himself to be highly motivated. Tesla faced near-bankruptcy situations twice: once in 2008 and again between 2017 and 2019. During the latter period's Model 3 ramp-up, Musk famously slept under his factory office's desk for days to show his commitment, saying: 'The reason I slept on the floor was not because I couldn't go across the road and be at a hotel. It was because I wanted my circumstances to be worse than anyone else at the company. Whenever they felt pain, I wanted mine to be worse.'
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Subaru and Toyota to Launch New Electric Compact SUVs in 2026
Toyota and Subaru are preparing to launch a new pair of electric compact SUVs in 2026 as part of their ongoing partnership. The two automakers previously worked together on the Toyota bZ4x and Subaru Solterra, and their latest collaboration will expand their presence in the growing EV market, CarScoops reported. These new models are expected to target a wider audience by adopting a more traditional SUV shape. Unlike the bZ4x and Solterra, which feature a low-slung, futuristic design, the upcoming SUVs could resemble the next-generation Toyota RAV4, with a sharper nose, roof rails, and a more upright rear end. While the Toyota and Subaru versions will likely share most of their design and components, each will have a distinct front-end styling to maintain brand identity. Like the bZ4x and Solterra, the new EVs are expected to ride on the e-TNGA platform, which Toyota developed for its electric models. This will allow them to share battery packs, electric motors, and other key components, reducing development costs for both automakers. The use of a common platform also enables Toyota and Subaru to focus resources on other EV projects while maintaining a competitive position in the compact SUV segment. A key difference from the bZ4x and Solterra is that the new electric SUVs will reportedly be produced at Subaru's Yajima plant in Japan rather than Toyota's Motomachi facility. Production is set to begin in January 2026, with the vehicles expected to launch shortly after. Toyota recently teased three upcoming EVs set to launch by 2026. Two of these vehicles appear to be production versions of the EPU electric pickup and the Land Cruiser SE concept, both of which were first shown in 2023. The third teaser remains unidentified, but speculation suggests it could be Toyota's version of the upcoming compact SUV developed with Subaru. If this is the case, the teaser hints at a design that leans toward a more conventional SUV silhouette, departing from the bZ4x and Solterra's sleeker crossover styling. The new models could offer a more rugged look, which may appeal to buyers who prefer a traditional SUV stance. Toyota has been steadily growing its electric vehicle lineup in key markets. In Europe, the automaker currently offers the bZ4x, C-HR+, and Urban Cruiser EVs. Meanwhile, Subaru's only EV offering remains the Solterra. The introduction of this new SUV will help Subaru broaden its electric vehicle lineup, as the automaker aims to launch four EVs in partnership with Toyota over the next few years. In addition to its collaborations with Toyota, Subaru has announced plans to develop its first in-house electric vehicle, which is expected to arrive by 2028. This is part of Subaru's broader strategy to have EVs account for half of its global sales by 2030. The new Subaru and Toyota electric SUVs are expected to be available in Japan, Europe, and the U.S., reinforcing both brands' commitment to expanding their EV portfolios. As the 2026 launch approaches, more details will likely emerge, providing a clearer picture of how these models will compare to existing electric SUVs in the market.
