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Rob Stumpf

Rob Stumpf,

Contributing Writer
rob.stumpf@insideevs.com

After putting down the camera and leaving the tuner car scene behind, Rob has been covering the EV and car tech beat for many years. Rob’s blend of technology and automotive backgrounds coupled with his industry insight give a unique perspective of what the future of tech-focused mobility holds. Rob lives in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania with his wife and three dogs.

Articles by Rob Stumpf

Weird Honda Ships New EV Tool to Dealers And It's Just A Piece Of Wood

Honda Ships New EV Tool to Dealers And It's Just A Piece Of Wood

It's overnight wood from Japan.
By Rob Stumpf Dec 23 2023
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Charging U.S. May Update EV Charging Subsidy Rules To Include Tesla's NACS

U.S. May Update EV Charging Subsidy Rules To Include Tesla's NACS

Now that nearly every auto brand sold in the States will adopt NACS for its EVs, the existing charger subsidy rules need to be revamped.
By Rob Stumpf Dec 20 2023
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Critical Materials EV Startups Are Finally Running Out Of Cash

EV Startups Are Finally Running Out Of Cash

Plus, ICE powertrains are in trouble and Nikola's former CEO is sentenced to jail time.
By Rob Stumpf Dec 19 2023
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Weird Tesla Hides Disney+ App Following Elon Musk's Spat With Bob Iger

Tesla Hides Disney+ App Following Elon Musk's Spat With Bob Iger

Elon Musk called out Bob Iger after Disney stopped advertising on his social media platform, X.
By Rob Stumpf Dec 18 2023
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Technology Volkswagen Will Bring Back Physical Buttons In New Cars

Volkswagen Will Bring Back Physical Buttons In New Cars

Down with touch screen controls.
By Rob Stumpf Dec 18 2023
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Repair / Maintenance Tesla Cybertruck Parts Catalog Reveals Clues About Repair Costs

Tesla Cybertruck Parts Catalog Reveals Clues About Repair Costs

$75 for a wiper blade, $550 for a fender, and $470 for a replacement 35" tire.
By Rob Stumpf Dec 15 2023
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Critical Materials Yes, General Motors Still Plans To Go All-Electric

Yes, General Motors Still Plans To Go All-Electric

Also on today's Critical Materials: Tesla's recall draws heated debate from critics and owners. Is it the right way to fix the problem?
By Rob Stumpf Dec 14 2023
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Weird Toyota Slammed For 'Misleading' Public About EVs in FTC Complaint (Updated)

Toyota Slammed For 'Misleading' Public About EVs in FTC Complaint (Updated)

The complaint cites an ad campaign banned in Norway for misleading consumers.
By Rob Stumpf Dec 13 2023
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Technology Tesla Claims DMV Implied Approval of Autopilot and FSD Branding

Tesla Claims DMV Implied Approval of Autopilot and FSD Branding

The regulatory body didn’t reprimand Tesla in the past, which Tesla says was implied as a green light.
By Rob Stumpf Dec 11 2023
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Safety Tesla Is 'Highly Confident' Cybertruck Is Safer Per Mile Than Other Trucks

Tesla Is 'Highly Confident' Cybertruck Is Safer Per Mile Than Other Trucks

That goes for vehicle occupants and pedestrians.
By Rob Stumpf Dec 7 2023
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Range / Efficiency Tesla Cybertruck's $16,000 Range Extender May Weigh Over 500 Pounds

Tesla Cybertruck's $16,000 Range Extender May Weigh Over 500 Pounds

The in-bed extender could have over 80% of the Model 3 Standard Range's battery capacity.
By Rob Stumpf Dec 5 2023
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Races and Chases Tesla Cybertruck’s Race Against A Porsche 911 Was Apparently An 1/8-Mile Run

Tesla Cybertruck’s Race Against A Porsche 911 Was Apparently An 1/8-Mile Run

Tesla CEO Elon Musk claimed that the race was a quarter mile, but a satellite view of the drag strip tells a different story.
By Rob Stumpf Dec 4 2023
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Manufacturing / Production Tesla Built the First Cybertruck Prototype in Just 93 Days

Tesla Built the First Cybertruck Prototype in Just 93 Days

Elon Musk ordered Tesla's teams to build the first Cybertruck prototype in just 90 days after the design was approved.
By Rob Stumpf Dec 1 2023
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First Drives Here Are The Best Early Video Reviews Of The Tesla Cybertruck So Far

Here Are The Best Early Video Reviews Of The Tesla Cybertruck So Far

Jason Cammisa, Marques Brownlee, and Top Gear all got their hands on the new Tesla Cybertruck. Here are their thoughts.
By Rob Stumpf Dec 1 2023
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Rumors Tesla Cybertruck: Here's What We Expect At Today's Launch

Tesla Cybertruck: Here's What We Expect At Today's Launch

Some leaked details ahead of today's launch reveal key details about Tesla's long-awaited Cybertruck
By Rob Stumpf Nov 30 2023
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Pricing GMC Hummer EV’s Markup Hell Finally Ends With A Huge Price Crash

GMC Hummer EV’s Markup Hell Finally Ends With A Huge Price Crash

The bubble has popped on GM’s flagship electric powerhouse and prices are crashing faster than flippers can offload them.
By Rob Stumpf Nov 28 2023
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Races and Chases Tesla Raises Insurance Rates For Drivers Who Use 'Track Mode' On The Track

Tesla Raises Insurance Rates For Drivers Who Use 'Track Mode' On The Track

Take "Track Mode" literally, and you get punished by Tesla's insurance algorithm.
By Rob Stumpf Nov 28 2023
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Autonomous Vehicles Tesla to Push Through With FSD Beta Rollout In China: Report

Tesla to Push Through With FSD Beta Rollout In China: Report

Tesla reportedly issued its first confirmation of FSD rollout in China to local media.
By Rob Stumpf Nov 24 2023
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Charging Tesla Begins Introducing Congestion Fees At Busy Superchargers

Tesla Begins Introducing Congestion Fees At Busy Superchargers

Fully charging any NACS-equipped vehicle could soon get much more expensive at busy Superchargers.
By Rob Stumpf Nov 21 2023
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Autonomous Vehicles Cruise Played Fast And Loose With Self Driving. Now Its CEO Is Out

Cruise Played Fast And Loose With Self Driving. Now Its CEO Is Out

Waymo leads the pack as General Motors decides where to take the robotaxi company now.
By Rob Stumpf Nov 20 2023
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Rumors Tesla Could Be Preparing to Software Lock Heated Seats Behind Paywall

Tesla Could Be Preparing to Software Lock Heated Seats Behind Paywall

Clues of the automaker's plan were found in its newest vehicle firmware by a well-known Tesla software hacker.
By Rob Stumpf Nov 16 2023
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Repair / Maintenance UPDATE: Rivian’s ‘Fat Finger’ OTA Software Update Soft-Bricks R1T and R1S

UPDATE: Rivian’s ‘Fat Finger’ OTA Software Update Soft-Bricks R1T and R1S

A botched software update has soft-bricked some Rivian vehicles that, in some cases, may require physical repair.
By Rob Stumpf Nov 15 2023
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Weird Tesla Cybertruck Anti-Flipping Clause Quietly Removed

Tesla Cybertruck Anti-Flipping Clause Quietly Removed

Tesla has removed the anti-flipping language from its order agreement, though the exact reason remains unknown.
By Rob Stumpf Nov 14 2023
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News A Lucid Air Can Now Directly Charge Other EVs

A Lucid Air Can Now Directly Charge Other EVs

The Lucid Air's newest OTA update will let the electric sedan charge most other EVs just by connecting a new cable to its charge port.
By Rob Stumpf Nov 9 2023
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