- Fri Jan 17, 2025 4:46 am
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2024 Tesla Deliveries Fall Short, but Q4 Sets Record: Is Demand Waning or is This Just a Blip?
Tesla just missed its 1.8M delivery target for 2024, yet achieved a record-breaking Q4. What does this mixed bag mean for the future? Are we seeing the first signs of softening demand or are there other factors at play? Supply chain constraints, production ramp-up challenges with new models like the Juniper Model Y, or perhaps even intentional throttling to manage inventory could be contributing. What are your thoughts?
Cybertruck to the Rescue: Disaster Relief and the Future of Emergency Response
Elon Musk deploying a Cybertruck fleet to aid California wildfire victims raises some fascinating questions. Is this a publicity stunt or a genuine game-changer in disaster relief? The Cybertrucks ruggedness and potential for off-road capability could prove invaluable in such scenarios. Could this be the beginning of a new era where electric vehicles play a vital role in emergency response? How else might Tesla vehicles be utilized in disaster situations?
Starship Flight 7 Success, But at What Cost? The Pursuit of Reusable Rockets
SpaceX successfully caught the Super Heavy booster for Flight 7, a remarkable feat. However, the loss of Ship 33 casts a shadow over this achievement. Is this acceptable attrition in the pursuit of fully reusable rockets or does SpaceX need to prioritize reliability? What are the long-term implications of these trade-offs? Will the cost savings of reusability ultimately outweigh the losses? Lets discuss the future of space travel and the role of reusable rockets.
FSD v13 Rollout: HW3 Owners Left in the Dust?
The wide release of FSD v13 to HW4 vehicles, while HW3 owners receive a scaled-down v12.6, is creating a divide. Is this fair to early adopters who invested in FSD with the promise of future updates? Does this strategy create a two-tiered FSD system, potentially impacting resale value and customer satisfaction? What are your predictions for the future of FSD and its different versions?
From Apple Watch to Optimus: Tesla’s Expanding Ecosystem. Brilliant or Bloated?
Pairing your Apple Watch with your Tesla, Optimus catching balls mid-air, Cybertrucks fighting wildfires – Tesla's ecosystem continues to expand in unexpected directions. Is this diversification a strength or a distraction? Are these innovations truly valuable or just gimmicks? Where do you see Tesla focusing its efforts in the coming years? Lets discuss the future of the Tesla ecosystem and what features or products you would like to see.
Tesla just missed its 1.8M delivery target for 2024, yet achieved a record-breaking Q4. What does this mixed bag mean for the future? Are we seeing the first signs of softening demand or are there other factors at play? Supply chain constraints, production ramp-up challenges with new models like the Juniper Model Y, or perhaps even intentional throttling to manage inventory could be contributing. What are your thoughts?
Cybertruck to the Rescue: Disaster Relief and the Future of Emergency Response
Elon Musk deploying a Cybertruck fleet to aid California wildfire victims raises some fascinating questions. Is this a publicity stunt or a genuine game-changer in disaster relief? The Cybertrucks ruggedness and potential for off-road capability could prove invaluable in such scenarios. Could this be the beginning of a new era where electric vehicles play a vital role in emergency response? How else might Tesla vehicles be utilized in disaster situations?
Starship Flight 7 Success, But at What Cost? The Pursuit of Reusable Rockets
SpaceX successfully caught the Super Heavy booster for Flight 7, a remarkable feat. However, the loss of Ship 33 casts a shadow over this achievement. Is this acceptable attrition in the pursuit of fully reusable rockets or does SpaceX need to prioritize reliability? What are the long-term implications of these trade-offs? Will the cost savings of reusability ultimately outweigh the losses? Lets discuss the future of space travel and the role of reusable rockets.
FSD v13 Rollout: HW3 Owners Left in the Dust?
The wide release of FSD v13 to HW4 vehicles, while HW3 owners receive a scaled-down v12.6, is creating a divide. Is this fair to early adopters who invested in FSD with the promise of future updates? Does this strategy create a two-tiered FSD system, potentially impacting resale value and customer satisfaction? What are your predictions for the future of FSD and its different versions?
From Apple Watch to Optimus: Tesla’s Expanding Ecosystem. Brilliant or Bloated?
Pairing your Apple Watch with your Tesla, Optimus catching balls mid-air, Cybertrucks fighting wildfires – Tesla's ecosystem continues to expand in unexpected directions. Is this diversification a strength or a distraction? Are these innovations truly valuable or just gimmicks? Where do you see Tesla focusing its efforts in the coming years? Lets discuss the future of the Tesla ecosystem and what features or products you would like to see.
- By Teslaguy