Elon Musk recently stated that Tesla’s next product will be
“the most important product the company has ever made.” While he hasn’t named
it outright, all signs point to one of two major upcoming projects:
Official unveiling: Scheduled for August 8, 2024
Key feature: Fully autonomous, no steering wheel or pedals
Purpose: A fully self-driving ride-hailing service
Musk has called it a "revolution in urban
mobility," potentially generating massive recurring revenue through
Tesla’s network.
2.Tesla Optimus (Humanoid Robot)
A long-term project aiming to build general-purpose humanoid
robots.
Currently being used internally for basic tasks at Tesla
factories.
3.Why It Matters
When Musk says “most important,” he’s referring to a future
where Tesla’s value shifts from electric vehicles to AI, robotics, and
autonomy. These products—especially the robotaxi—could:
Dramatically increase Tesla’s margins through services over
hardware.