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In parallel, regulatory developments are underway. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in the U.S. has expressed interest in Tesla's robo-taxi plans, seeking clarity on fleet sizes, operational timelines, and supervision measures. As Tesla moves closer to autonomous commercial service, approvals for FSD (Full Self-Driving) in Europe and reductions in tariffs for components from China will streamline production and deployment.
Stock analysts are divided on Tesla's near-term path, with some predicting a rise to $500 per share and others forecasting a return to $1,000 or beyond. The overall sentiment among Tesla bulls remains optimistic, premised on the potential of AI, humanoid robots, and Vehicle Automation.