Tesla is killing Model S and X in favor of building robots
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Robots are quietly lining up for factory jobs and humans may soon be outnumbered or replaced entirely
CEO Elon Musk says the company will close down production of two older car models, S and X, and convert the Fremont factory to produce its Optimus robots instead.
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World’s first robot-only car plant is about to become reality
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Elon Musk announces the end of Model S and X production to convert the Fremont factory for Optimus robots. Tesla aims for mass robot production by late 2026.
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