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Ives explains that Tesla’s future hinges on the widespread deployment of robo taxis in 2026, full-scale manufacturing of Cyber Cabs, and the rollout of humanoid robots. These developments are viewed as the next phase of Tesla’s long-term strategy—turning it into a software and AI platform that generates recurring revenue through “transportation-as-a-service” rather than one-time car sales.
He further emphasizes that while current car revenues are secondary, the real driver of profitability is the software-enabled autonomy and network effect that will allow Tesla to monetize vehicles continuously over their lifespan.