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However, for humanoid robots—which remain in a high-risk, experimental phase—Elon’s particular vision and risk tolerance are indispensable. The Optimus project, Tesla’s humanoid robot initiative, requires the kind of bold, resource-intensive efforts that only Musk can lead effectively.
The Evolution of Tesla’s Value Proposition
Wood emphasizes that Tesla's valuation increasingly depends on its potential to lead sectors beyond just electric vehicles, notably autonomous driving and humanoid robotics. While early on, Elon Musk's relentless innovation was crucial to overcoming manufacturing and fundamental technical hurdles, the company's current strength lies in scaling proven technologies.