Tesla to Discontinue Model S and Model X in 2026
Tesla will discontinue production of its Model S and Model X vehicles in the second quarter of 2026, according to an announcement made by Elon Musk during an earnings call with investors on January 28, 2026. The decision was reportedly made to free up space at Tesla's Fremont factory for the production of robots.
Musk stated that ending the Model S and Model X programs would allow the company to reallocate resources and factory space to focus on new projects. The specific type of robots Tesla intends to produce at the Fremont factory was not disclosed during the call.
The Model S and Model X were pioneering models for Tesla, establishing the company as a major player in the electric vehicle market. The Model S, a sedan, and the Model X, an SUV, were among the first widely available all-electric vehicles with long ranges and advanced technology.
The discontinuation of these models marks a significant shift in Tesla's strategy, signaling a move towards robotics and automation. The company has been investing heavily in artificial intelligence and robotics in recent years, with the goal of developing robots for various applications, including manufacturing and potentially even personal assistance.
The announcement comes as Google launched a new auto browse feature inside Chrome powered by Gemini AI. According to Emma Roth of The Verge, the feature, available to Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers in the US, can perform multi-step tasks such as researching travel costs, scheduling appointments, and managing subscriptions.
Meanwhile, Apple launched its Creator Studio subscription bundle, offering access to updated professional apps for a monthly fee of $13 or an annual fee of $130, according to Ars Technica. The bundle includes access to or enhanced features for 10 Apple apps, including Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro.
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