Musk's Warning, Harley-Davidson's Boardroom Drama, Tesla's New Trim, EV Sales Surge, And More: This Week In Mobility

Ananya Gairola

April 13, 2025

The past week was a whirlwind of news in the business world, with major developments from Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA), Harley-Davidson Inc. (NYSE:HOG), and Volkswagen AG (OTC:VWAGY). From Elon Musk’s stern warning to Tesla’s attackers to Harley-Davidson’s boardroom turmoil, there was no shortage of headlines. Let’s dive into the top stories.

Musk Warns Tesla Attackers

Tesla CEO Elon Musk took to social media platform X to address the recent wave of vandalism targeted at Tesla properties, cars, and superchargers across the U.S. “Those who financed the attacks against Tesla will go to prison,” Musk stated.

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Harley-Davidson Boardroom Drama

A director representing Harley-Davidson’s significant shareholder has resigned from the company’s board, leveling serious accusations against CEO Jochen Zeitz and other leaders amid ongoing financial challenges for the motorcycle manufacturer.

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Tesla Unveils New Cybertruck Trim

Tesla has introduced a new trim for its Cybertruck. The new trim is RWD (rear-wheel drive) and offers a range of over 362 miles on a single charge. The Cybertruck Long Range RWD is retailing in the U.S. for $69,990 and $62,490 with the federal EV credit.

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US EV Sales Rise

The sales figures for Q1 2025 for EVs showcase a growth in U.S. EV sales for several manufacturers. According to a report by Cox Automotive, EV sales in the US have grown by over 10% year-on-year, with over 294,250 EVs sold in Q1 2025.

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Volkswagen’s EV Boom In Europe

Volkswagen witnessed a robust uptick in its electric vehicle (EV) business across Europe during the first quarter of 2025. The company delivered 939,800 vehicles across Europe between January and March, marking a 3.7% year-over-year growth.

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This story was generated using Benzinga Neuro and edited by Ananya Gairola

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