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Tesla’s innovation package is not solely about charging speed. The company’s focus on removing physical charging ports—creating a “portless” Robo taxi—reduces costs and simplifies manufacturing. Tesla is also devising a strategy where these vehicles could effectively run a 24/7 fleet, vastly increasing utilization and profitability.
Skeptics might point to the potentially slow charging rate, but Tesla’s calculations suggest that the vehicles can recuperate enough charge to keep operations seamless. Moreover, some experts argue that Tesla might be underrating the potential battery capacity of these vehicles, possibly exceeding 300 miles per charge with innovative efficiency, which would further solidify their role in long-term autonomous transport solutions.