Tesla owners advised to file individual arbitration in battery range lawsuit, possible injunction against Tesla

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U.S. District Judge advises Tesla owners to file for individual arbitration in battery range case instead of a class action; warns of possible injunction against Tesla. Plaintiffs’ attorney accuses Tesla of trying to avoid classwide liability for deceptive conduct, including falsely advertising vehicle range. Tesla denies allegations, but a Reuters report reveals creation of “Diversion Team” to cancel customer appointments related to battery range issues. Tesla algorithms found to provide inaccurate mileage projections until battery falls below 50% capacity.

The lawsuit against Tesla claims the company fraudulently marketed electric vehicles with inflated range, leading to increased sales. An investigative report by Reuters uncovers a “Diversion Team” created by Tesla to cancel customer appointments about battery range issues. Tesla denied the allegations but the report revealed instructions to prevent customers from bringing vehicles in for service when complaining about driving range.



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