## Tesla News for Today (April 29, 2025)
**1. Incendiary Devices Found at Austin Tesla Showroom**
– Multiple incendiary devices were discovered at a Tesla showroom in Austin, Texas, marking the latest in a series of attacks targeting Tesla locations across the US. Federal authorities have created a task force to investigate these incidents, as similar attacks have been reported in at least nine states this year[1].
**2. Arrest in Las Vegas Tesla Arson Case**
– Las Vegas police have arrested a suspect, Paul Hyon Kim, in connection with a targeted attack where at least five Tesla vehicles were damaged. The man accused of setting Teslas on fire at a Las Vegas collision center has been taken into federal custody. The FBI is actively investigating attacks on Tesla dealerships nationwide[1].
**3. Canada Freezes Tesla Rebates Amid Tariff Tensions**
– The Canadian government has frozen all rebate payments for Tesla vehicles. This decision is seen as part of ongoing tensions between the US and Canada regarding tariffs, potentially impacting Canadian Tesla customers[1].
**4. Tesla Model Y Juniper Launches in South Korea and Strong China Sales**
– Tesla has started deliveries of the new Model Y Juniper in South Korea, with the vehicle expected to drive sales growth in the region. In China, Tesla recorded 10,300 new vehicle registrations in the week ending April 27, 2025, indicating a resurgence in Model Y demand[2][5].
**5. Tesla Semi and Model Y Developments**
– Excitement is building around the Tesla Semi as the company moves toward mass production, and there are reports that production of a three-row, extended wheelbase Model Y variant could start as soon as next month. The Model Y remains a strong performer in key markets[2][5].
**6. Q1 2025 Safety Report Released**
– Tesla released its Safety Report for Q1 2025, highlighting continued strong performance of Autopilot, reinforcing claims about the system’s safety record[5].
**7. New Model 3 Performance Announced**
– Tesla has officially launched a new Model 3 Performance variant, featuring the latest manufacturing and engineering advances for enhanced daily driving performance. This marks six years since the first Model 3 Performance deliveries[4].
**8. Tesla’s $1B In-House Lithium Refinery Groundbreaking**
– Tesla broke ground on a new in-house lithium refinery near Corpus Christi, Texas. This $1 billion investment aims to increase North American battery-grade lithium hydroxide supply, supporting the company’s mission for sustainable energy[4].