The Elon Effect

At just 16 years old, Kairan Quazi has already worked on SpaceX’s Starlink satellites and now he’s making a bold leap to Wall Street, joining Ken Griffin’s Citadel Securities as a quant developer. Meanwhile, Tesla launches the six-seat Model Y L in China to counter stiff EV competition—but Elon Musk says it may never reach the U.S., hinting at a future dominated by Robotaxis instead. Miles Vega br...

Elon Musk takes a one-two hit in court. In California, a judge certifies a class action against Tesla over claims that its vehicles were built for “Full Self-Driving” capability — accusations that plaintiffs say misled consumers. At the same time, Musk faces additional legal challenges in another courtroom, raising questions about how these cases could impact Tesla’s autonomy push and the broader...

Tesla announces the upcoming Model Y L—a six-seat, longer-wheelbase variant of its best-selling SUV, debuting first in China. At Starbase, SpaceX preps for Starship’s 10th test flight with new design tweaks after months of setbacks. And in Nashville, The Boring Company breaks ground on its Music City Loop, promising airport-to-downtown rides in minutes—while facing mounting questions about safety...

Tesla is preparing its next-generation FSD computer—AI5—set to power the upcoming Cybercab and eventually the broader Tesla fleet, delivering a massive leap in autonomy performance. Meanwhile, SpaceX has secured FAA approval for its 10th Starship test flight on August 24, marking another critical step toward reusable deep-space missions. Miles Vega breaks it all down in today’s The Elon Effect .

The California Coastal Commission rejects SpaceX’s proposal to nearly double launches from Vandenberg Space Force Base, citing environmental concerns and sparking regulatory tensions. Meanwhile, Tesla ramps up hiring for robotaxi operators in New York City, signaling growing confidence in its Full Self-Driving technology and eyeing one of the world’s toughest urban driving markets. Miles Vega has...

Elon Musk says he plans to sue Apple for leaving X and Grok out of the App Store’s “Must Have” section—despite both ranking among the top apps worldwide. Meanwhile, Tesla may be swapping its in-car visualization engine for Epic Games’ Unreal Engine, bringing sharper, more immersive Autopilot and Full Self-Driving graphics to AMD-powered models. Miles Vega has the details in today’s The Elon Effect...

OpenAI’s Sam Altman is co-founding Merge Labs, a brain-computer interface startup that could go head-to-head with Elon Musk’s Neuralink. Meanwhile, United Launch Alliance scores a major milestone with the first Space Force–certified mission aboard its Vulcan rocket, delivering two military satellites directly into geosynchronous orbit. Miles Vega connects the dots on innovation and competition in...

Tesla shares climb toward a potential breakout as Model Y demand spikes ahead of a federal tax credit cut. Meanwhile, a paralyzed Mississippi man becomes one of the first Neuralink patients—and regains independence by controlling a computer with his thoughts. Miles Vega brings you the stories behind the numbers and the technology on today’s The Elon Effect .

Tesla is applying for a UK electricity supply license, aiming to launch “Tesla Electric” and link homes, Powerwalls, and EVs into one seamless energy ecosystem. Meanwhile, Elon Musk admits SpaceX’s first crewed Starship trip to Mars likely won’t happen until 2028–2030, citing major technical hurdles. Miles Vega breaks down the big moves and bigger delays in today’s The Elon Effect .

Today on The Elon Effect , Elon Musk unveils plans to monetize Grok with ads, the U.S. military eyes Cybertrucks for missile target testing, and SpaceX quietly walks back its Mars timeline. Plus: Tesla shutters its Dojo team, Neuralink kicks off UK trials, and Nashville questions The Boring Company’s tunnel ambitions. Miles Vega has the full download.

SpaceX’s Crew-10 astronauts are undocking from the ISS and beginning their journey back to Earth, marking another milestone in human spaceflight. Meanwhile, Elon Musk reveals Tesla’s next Full Self-Driving model is in training and could launch as soon as next month. Miles Vega breaks it all down on today’s episode of The Elon Effect .

SpaceX continues its rapid launch streak with another 28 Starlink satellites deployed from Florida—but on the other side of the country, the California Coastal Commission is pushing back on Elon Musk’s plans to ramp up launches from Vandenberg. Today on The Elon Effect , host Miles Vega breaks down the tension between progress and preservation.

In today’s episode of The Elon Effect , we explore two groundbreaking developments: Neuralink begins clinical trials in the United Kingdom, inviting patients with neurological disorders to test its brain-computer interface, and Tesla awards Elon Musk a massive $29 billion stock package to keep him focused as the company pivots to AI and robotics. We break down what both moves mean for Musk, medici...

In this episode of The Elon Effect , Miles Vega breaks down a jam-packed week for Elon Musk's ventures. SpaceX rockets four astronauts to the ISS in just 15 hours, Tesla officially launches its Robotaxi network in the Bay Area, and a federal jury slams Tesla with $243 million in damages over a fatal Autopilot crash. From space to city streets to the courtroom, Musk’s empire is moving fast—and...

NASA and SpaceX aim for Friday’s Crew-11 launch with a 75% favorable forecast, while weather along the Dragon capsule’s path remains a watch item. Meanwhile, Tesla faces a high-stakes federal jury trial over a fatal 2019 Autopilot crash, with plaintiffs seeking $345 million in damages. Hosted by Miles Vega, The Elon Effect brings you today’s most important tech and space headlines in five minutes...

Tesla inks a $16.5 billion semiconductor deal with Samsung, sparking a stock bump and securing its long-term chip supply. Meanwhile, The Boring Company officially begins work on a tunnel in Nashville that will link key city spots to the airport. Hosted by Miles Vega, today’s Elon Effect breaks down why this matters for Tesla’s tech roadmap—and for America’s infrastructure future.

SpaceX rolls out its upgraded V2 Starship in Texas ahead of flight test number 10, while Falcon 9 keeps churning with another 28 Starlink satellites launched from Cape Canaveral. Meanwhile, a behind-the-scenes diplomatic deal in the Bahamas hits turbulence as SpaceX’s offer of free Starlink terminals sparks concern. Hosted by Miles Vega, today’s Elon Effect dives into tech, rockets, and a little i...

In a stunning breakthrough, a paralyzed woman named Audrey used Neuralink’s brain chip to write her name—just by thinking it. It’s the first time she’s written anything in 20 years. In today’s episode, Miles Vega breaks down how this historic moment happened, what the implant actually does, and why it may change the future of communication, autonomy, and digital life as we know it.

Starlink goes dark for thousands in one of its largest outages yet—SpaceX blames a software failure but says service has mostly recovered. Meanwhile, the Crew-11 astronaut mission prepares for liftoff next week as NASA and SpaceX move into final countdown mode. All that and more in today’s episode of The Elon Effect with Miles Vega.

Tesla stock plunges after a rocky Q2 earnings report, tax credits near their end, and investor faith begins to waver. Meanwhile, Neuralink forecasts 20,000 brain implants a year by 2031, and SpaceX locks in its next ISS crew launch. All that and more in today’s episode of The Elon Effect with your host, Miles Vega.

Tesla’s Q2 earnings fall short on revenue and profits, but a new budget-friendly EV model is officially on the roadmap for 2025. Plus, Neuralink reveals bold plans to implant 20,000 people annually and generate $1 billion in revenue by 2031. Miles Vega breaks it all down in today’s episode of The Elon Effect .

Tesla gets a boost from Bank of America’s bullish price target—just ahead of what could be a rough Q2 earnings report. Meanwhile, new U.S. policy threatens Tesla’s emissions credit revenue stream. Over at SpaceX, a Falcon 9 launches two powerful internet satellites and nails the landing, but NASA’s TRACERS mission gets delayed due to a surprise power outage. Hosted by Miles Vega, it’s your daily b...

As Q2 earnings approach, Elon Musk says his focus is “100% back on Tesla,” sending shares higher to start the week. We break down what analysts expect from Wednesday’s earnings call. Plus, Tesla’s long-awaited retro-style diner and Supercharger lounge opens today in Los Angeles — will it become the first of many?

Today on The Elon Effect , we dig into reports that Neuralink was labeled a “small, disadvantaged business” before reaching a $9 billion valuation. We also explore early talks between The Boring Company and Tennessee officials about a possible tunnel linking downtown Nashville to the airport. Finally, Tesla stock gets a boost as the U.S. imposes a steep 160% tariff on Chinese graphite. Hosted by M...

Before Tesla was a household name, it was a risky startup founded by Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning with a dream of building an electric sports car. Then Elon Musk entered the picture. In today’s episode, Miles Vega dives into the dramatic early days of Tesla—how Musk joined the company, helped fund the first Roadster, and eventually took the wheel as CEO. It’s a story of innovation, conflict...