Robots Over Cars: The Future of Tesla?

Tesla's journey has always been about pushing boundaries. But what if the company's biggest impact isn't in cars? Jason Calacanis, a tech investor, thinks so. He recently visited Tesla's Optimus robot lab and came away impressed. He believes Optimus could be more significant than Tesla's cars.

A Visit to the Optimus Lab

Calacanis visited the lab with Elon Musk. He saw the latest version, Optimus 3, and watched engineers hard at work. He shared his thoughts on the All-In Podcast. His prediction? People might forget Tesla ever made cars. They'll remember Optimus instead.

Musk's Ambitious Plans

Musk has big plans for Optimus. He wants to produce a billion of them. He also set a price goal: $20,000 to $30,000 each. That's affordable for many people. Musk even thinks Optimus could help end poverty. That's a bold claim.

The Potential Impact

Calacanis thinks Optimus could change the world. He believes these robots will use advanced AI. They'll understand the world and do tasks humans don't want to. He calls it the most transformative technology ever. He even predicts one Optimus for every human.

Competition Heats Up

But Tesla isn't alone. Chinese company Unitree has robots that dance and flip. They showed off their skills at a concert. It's a reminder: competition is fierce.

The Future of Tesla

Optimus could be a game-changer. But can Tesla deliver? Only time will tell. One thing's for sure: the future of Tesla might not be on wheels.