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However, this forecast is met with skepticism. Critics often dismiss projections of such magnitude, equating them with overly optimistic hype. Wood's assertion needs to be contextualized; if Tesla can indeed unlock the anticipated potential profits from its autonomous vehicle project, it could transform Tesla's financial landscape far quicker than the market currently anticipates.
Humanoid Robots: A Game-Changer on the Horizon
The conversation later shifted to another innovative frontier: humanoid robots. Wood hinted at the potential for Tesla's humanoid robot initiative—currently termed Optimus—to become a dominant revenue driver. She posited that the humanoid robot market could, at scale, far exceed the profitability projected by autonomous vehicles.