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Tesla engineer comments and industry insiders strongly suggest that Tesla’s autonomous offerings could be significantly cheaper than competitors, thanks to the company's vertical integration and innovative manufacturing techniques.
Market Position, Profits, and Industry Impact
Tesla’s profitability remains unmatched among automakers producing fully electric vehicles. Elon Musk has been vocal about this, noting that only Tesla consistently turns a profit on EVs—subsidies or not. While market share percentages for Tesla’s units may seem modest globally, the company's profit share is disproportionately high, a pattern similar to Apple in smartphones.