Tesla's Electric Legacy to Be Replaced by Robots as Model S and X Production Comes to an End
In a surprise move, Tesla CEO Elon Musk has announced that production on the iconic electric vehicles Model S and X will be phased out next quarter in favor of more futuristic endeavors - namely, the manufacturing of humanoid robots. While customers can still purchase these aging models for now, it's clear that Tesla sees its future in autonomy.
The decision to discontinue the Model S and X comes as no surprise, given their declining sales figures. In 2025, for example, the company delivered over 1.5 million Model 3 and Y vehicles, a stark contrast to the mere 418,000 units of the older models sold that year. Even China, once one of Tesla's key markets, saw an end to Model S and X sales in mid-2025 due to tariffs imposed on US-made imports.
Musk has long touted the Optimus humanoid robot as a revolutionary product with massive potential, claiming it will become "the biggest product of all time." However, early demonstrations have been somewhat lackluster, leading many to question whether Tesla's lofty ambitions can be met. The company plans to produce 1 million Optimus robots in the current Model S and X production space, but doubts remain about its ability to meet this goal.
In a surprising twist, Tesla has also invested $2 billion in Musk's other venture, xAI, which is seen as a direct competitor by some shareholders. A contentious lawsuit was filed by Tesla's shareholders in 2024, who claim that starting the AI company constitutes a breach of trust.
As part of its earnings report for the 2025 fiscal year, Tesla announced a $1 trillion pay package for Musk on condition that the company reaches a market value of $8.5 trillion. With production on Model S and X set to come to an end, investors are left wondering what the future holds for this once-iconic electric vehicle brand.
The shift towards robots marks a significant turning point in Tesla's history, as it transitions from a pioneer in electric vehicles to a leader in autonomous technology. As the company embarks on this new journey, one thing is certain: only time will tell if Tesla's vision of a robotic future will become a reality.
In a surprise move, Tesla CEO Elon Musk has announced that production on the iconic electric vehicles Model S and X will be phased out next quarter in favor of more futuristic endeavors - namely, the manufacturing of humanoid robots. While customers can still purchase these aging models for now, it's clear that Tesla sees its future in autonomy.
The decision to discontinue the Model S and X comes as no surprise, given their declining sales figures. In 2025, for example, the company delivered over 1.5 million Model 3 and Y vehicles, a stark contrast to the mere 418,000 units of the older models sold that year. Even China, once one of Tesla's key markets, saw an end to Model S and X sales in mid-2025 due to tariffs imposed on US-made imports.
Musk has long touted the Optimus humanoid robot as a revolutionary product with massive potential, claiming it will become "the biggest product of all time." However, early demonstrations have been somewhat lackluster, leading many to question whether Tesla's lofty ambitions can be met. The company plans to produce 1 million Optimus robots in the current Model S and X production space, but doubts remain about its ability to meet this goal.
In a surprising twist, Tesla has also invested $2 billion in Musk's other venture, xAI, which is seen as a direct competitor by some shareholders. A contentious lawsuit was filed by Tesla's shareholders in 2024, who claim that starting the AI company constitutes a breach of trust.
As part of its earnings report for the 2025 fiscal year, Tesla announced a $1 trillion pay package for Musk on condition that the company reaches a market value of $8.5 trillion. With production on Model S and X set to come to an end, investors are left wondering what the future holds for this once-iconic electric vehicle brand.
The shift towards robots marks a significant turning point in Tesla's history, as it transitions from a pioneer in electric vehicles to a leader in autonomous technology. As the company embarks on this new journey, one thing is certain: only time will tell if Tesla's vision of a robotic future will become a reality.
. It seems like they've got some solid numbers with the 3 and Y models, but hey, innovation is all about taking risks, right? 
I mean, who wouldn't want to see more robots in our lives? But at the same time, it's a big change for Tesla, especially since Elon Musk has been pretty vocal about his vision of the future. 
Can they really make this Optimus robot thing work? 
The $1 trillion pay package is wild too... only time will tell if that's gonna happen 
. And what's up with this $1 trillion pay package for him? He should be paying us customers who keep buying his cars instead 
, I don't think $1 trillion is enough to keep him satisfied. I'm all for innovation and disruption, but can't they just stick with making awesome cars for now? 
but i guess u can't keep something old forever 
anyway, i'm low-key hyped to see where this robot stuff goes 
they're basically saying goodbye to their old models and hello to robots 
but hey, 1 mil units ain't bad for a first try 
can't wait to see how this all plays out 
. But now it seems like they're just trying to adapt to changing times 
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It's not like robots are taking over the world just yet... or are they 
? Anyway, I'm curious to see how this plays out - will Tesla's robot empire revolutionize the tech industry or fizzle out in a year or two? 
Time for Elon to focus on the future – literally! Can he make robots that don't crash into each other? 
$1 trillion? wild 
It's time for Tesla to evolve (literally) and show us what they're really capable of 
. And let's be real, Tesla's been playing catch-up in the robot game for ages 
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. Time will tell, right? 
. It's gonna be interesting to see how this whole robot thing plays out 
. Those cars were game-changers in the EV industry and I've had my fair share of good times with mine