Elon Musk Took Self-Driving Tesla Ride Around Palo Alto to Find Mark Zuckerberg
Tesla CEO Elon Musk took a ride in a self-driving Tesla around Palo Alto, possibly to challenge Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg.
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Posted 8/27/2023, 6:45:00 PM
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The main topic of the article is the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance and the future of high-end motoring.
1. Electrification was a major theme at the event, with several EV debuts that are attainable in an everyday sense.
2. Exotic cars made of advanced materials and featuring next-generation technology were the true head-turners at the event.
3. Automakers like Acura, Bugatti, Ford, Lamborghini, Maserati, Pininfarina, Rimac, and Zenvo showcased their latest models and concepts.
Hint on Elon Musk: The article does not mention Elon Musk or provide any direct information about him.
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