Tesla, the undisputed leader in automotive innovation, is at a strategic crossroads. Between Elon Musk's announcement of the Robotaxi at the last quarterly investor summit, the definitive shelving of the Tesla Model 2 project at less than $25,000 and the postponement of the highly anticipated Tesla Roadster , the future of the brand is both intriguing and fascinating.
The Robotaxi: a step towards total autonomy
In recent presentations, Elon Musk has revealed fascinating details about the Robotaxi named Cybercab, a fully autonomous vehicle designed to transform urban public transport that will be available for sale to individuals and professionals as early as 2026. This car, without steering wheels or pedals, would represent a giant step towards complete autonomy. The goal is to revolutionize urban mobility and make daily trips more accessible and economical for everyone.
Elon Musk also announced that all Teslas would be equipped with "Cab" (taxi) mode to allow his vehicle to generate revenue autonomously when not in use.
Tesla Model 2 shelved
In a rather surprising turn of events, the Tesla Model 2 project, often touted as the affordable electric car promised to cost less than $25,000, has been scrapped. While the model garnered a lot of interest for its promise of an affordable electric car for the masses, Tesla seems to be prioritizing projects with higher technological value, such as the aforementioned Robotaxi. Elon Musk has even indicated that the latter will replace this potential Model 2 as the brand's entry-level vehicle. The problem is that the Cybercab only has two gull-wing doors and two seats. This decision could disappoint those who were hoping for a faster democratization of electric vehicles.
Tesla Roadster postponed again
The Tesla Roadster , heralded as the future of the electric sports car, has been delayed once again. Although Elon Musk initially promised a release as early as 2020, this ambitious project has been constantly pushed back, probably due to technological challenges and strategic priorities. The Roadster, however, remains a symbol of innovation and performance, promising impressive features such as acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 2 seconds.
For those in a hurry, you can still get your hands on the brand's first Roadster, which was already very convincing, provided you can spend around €100,000 on the second-hand market, and have a little extra to cover the cost of replacing the battery pack.
Remember, it was in 2008 that the Tesla Roadster . It was then a high-end sports car with a range of around 540 km. Manufactured until 2012, it announced 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.9 s.
Conclusion
Tesla's future continues to captivate the world. Between the development of the Cybercab, the Model 2's pause, and the delays of the new Roadster, the brand is showing that it's not easy to innovate while adapting to production realities and market priorities. It remains to be seen how these strategic choices will influence Tesla's position in the automotive industry and public opinion.
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