## Tesla News for April 30, 2025
**Tesla’s vehicle shipments slide 13% in Q1**
Tesla reported a 13% decline in vehicle shipments during the first quarter of 2025, reflecting softer demand for its electric vehicles. The drop comes amid broader industry slowdowns and heightened competition, as well as consumer protests over company-related issues[1].
**Tesla Autopilot outperforms human drivers, new Safety Report says**
Tesla’s latest Vehicle Safety Report indicates that its Autopilot system is approximately 10 times safer than human driving, based on accident rates per mile driven. This supports Tesla’s ongoing emphasis on the advancement and safety of its driver-assist technology[2][3].
**Tesla Model Y Juniper gains traction in China and South Korea**
The newest version of the Model Y, known as the Juniper, is driving a rebound in Tesla’s sales in China, with a 77.5% increase in registrations in the last reported week. Deliveries of the Model Y Juniper have also started in South Korea, signaling positive momentum in Asian markets[2][3].
**Tesla hires over 1,000 factory workers for Semi program**
In a significant ramp-up for its highly anticipated electric Semi truck, Tesla has hired more than 1,000 new employees at its Nevada factory. This indicates preparation for expanded production of the Tesla Semi, one of the company’s most watched new vehicles[3].
**App and hardware updates: Lumbar support, turn signal stalk, and TCU fix**
Tesla is reportedly working on adding lumbar support adjustment to driver profiles and may offer a retrofit for the physical turn signal stalk, responding to driver feedback. Additionally, Tesla is preparing to issue a fix to its telematics control unit (TCU) to prevent vehicles from losing connectivity under certain conditions[5].
> This summary highlights the latest developments in Tesla’s operations, products, and technology as of April 30, 2025. For more frequent updates or in-depth articles, see dedicated Tesla news sites such as Teslarati and the official Tesla blog.