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Tesla recalls nearly half a million cars over possible safety issues

Tesla reported 475,318 vehicles — 356,309 Model 3 and 119,009 Model S — are subject to the recalls, according to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. David Zalubowski/AP hide caption

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Tesla recalls nearly half a million cars over possible safety issues

December 30, 2021 • Defects in some models leading to problems with the rearview camera and front hood, which could lead to serious accidents, triggered two separate recalls of the electric cars.

Tesla's market value hits $1 trillion after Hertz agrees to buy 100,000 of its cars

A sign hangs above a Hertz rental car office on Aug. 4, 2020, in Chicago. The company said it's buying 100,000 Teslas in a bold move to diversify into electric vehicles. Scott Olson/Getty Images hide caption

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Tesla's market value hits $1 trillion after Hertz agrees to buy 100,000 of its cars

October 25, 2021 • Tesla shares surged after Hertz announced a deal to buy Model 3s for rental at airports across the world. Analysts say it could boost sales of electric vehicles.

Tesla's market value hits $1 trillion after Hertz agrees to buy 100,000 of its cars

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