Tesla fending off worker complaints on pay, safety

Tesla said on Wednesday that demand for its electric cars was speeding along and revenue was rising, as the upstart automaker strived to rev production while keeping workers happy. Money taken in by Tesla’s automotive unit leapt to $2.3 billion in the quarter that ended on June 30, more than 90 percent greater than the amount taken in during the same period last year, the California-based company said in an earnings release. Tesla, which has yet to report a profit, logged a loss of $336 million attributable to shareholders, which was in line with expectations.