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One critical concept relevant here is the Osborne effect—where early announcements or hints about upcoming product releases cause consumers to delay purchases, anticipating the newer models. Elon Musk has mentioned that Tesla is executing exceptionally well, which should reassure investors. Still, the risk remains that rumors or the perception of production issues could influence customer confidence and delaying orders, especially if potential new models like the anticipated Highland are on the horizon.