Optimus

Optimus • Mar 18, 2026

Tesla Robotaxi Expansion Nears as Vehicles Spotted in Las Vegas and Dallas

Tesla's Robotaxi service is preparing to expand beyond its initial test areas, with sightings indicating imminent launches in Las Vegas and Dallas. This suggests the company is moving forward with scaling its autonomous ride-hailing network. For owners and enthusiasts, this marks a significant step toward wider availability and real-world testing of Tesla's self-driving technology.

Optimus • Mar 17, 2026

Tesla Robotaxi appears to be heading to a new U.S. city

Tesla's Robotaxi service, currently limited to Austin and the Bay Area, appears poised to expand to a new U.S. city. This move would be a significant indicator of the program's progress and scaling capabilities. For owners and enthusiasts, it signals tangible advancement toward a broader commercial rollout of the autonomous ride-hailing service.

Optimus • Mar 14, 2026

What is Digital Optimus? The new Tesla and xAI project explained

Digital Optimus is a new collaborative project between Tesla and Elon Musk's xAI. It is an AI system designed with a dual-process architecture, modeled on human thought patterns. This project represents a significant advancement in AI development that could eventually influence Tesla's autonomous driving and robotics technology.

Optimus • Mar 12, 2026

Tesla AI6 chip delayed ~6 months as Samsung 2nm production slips

Tesla's next-generation AI6 chip, crucial for its autonomous vehicles and other AI projects, has been delayed by about six months. This is due to production issues at Samsung, pushing mass production to late 2027. The delay highlights ongoing challenges in Tesla's chip development timeline, potentially slowing the rollout of future Full Self-Driving and AI capabilities.

Optimus • Mar 12, 2026

Elon Musk shares big Tesla Optimus 3 production update

Elon Musk announced that Tesla is in the final stages of completing its Optimus 3 humanoid robot, which he claims is among the world's most advanced. This signals that Tesla is nearing a major milestone in its robotics division, potentially bringing its humanoid robot closer to real-world production and application.

Optimus • Mar 12, 2026

Tesla showcases Optimus humanoid robot at AWE 2026 in Shanghai

Tesla has exhibited its Optimus humanoid robot at the AWE 2026 electronics show in Shanghai. This public demonstration highlights the company's continued progress in developing its robotics division beyond electric vehicles.

Optimus • Mar 11, 2026

Elon Musk teases massive new Tesla-xAI joint project known as ‘Digital Optimus’

Elon Musk has announced a new joint project between Tesla and his AI company, xAI, called "Digital Optimus." This AI system is designed to automate computer-based tasks by processing real-time screen video and keyboard/mouse inputs. For Tesla owners and enthusiasts, this signals a major push into AI-powered automation, potentially leading to more advanced software and robotic capabilities in Tesla's products and manufacturing.

Optimus • Mar 11, 2026

Musk confirms xAI-Tesla joint ‘Digital Optimus’ project — after saying Tesla didn’t need xAI

Elon Musk announced a joint project between Tesla and his AI company, xAI, to develop "Digital Optimus," an AI agent powered by xAI's Grok model. This contradicts his previous statement that Tesla did not need to license anything from xAI and occurs amid an ongoing shareholder lawsuit over his founding of xAI. For Tesla owners, this signals a deeper integration of advanced AI into Tesla's ecosystem, though it raises governance and conflict-of-interest concerns.

Optimus • Mar 11, 2026

Tesla China teases Optimus robot’s human-looking next-gen hands

Tesla has teased the next generation of its Optimus robot, highlighting new human-like hands. This development suggests significant progress in the robot's dexterity and ability to perform delicate tasks. For enthusiasts, it signals Tesla's continued advancement in robotics and AI.

Optimus • Mar 07, 2026

Tesla Robotaxi Base Price in Austin Jumps as Riders Demand Wider Availability

Tesla has increased the base price for its Robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, for the first time in over six months. This unannounced change suggests rising demand from riders and a potential scaling of the autonomous ride-hailing program. For owners and enthusiasts, it indicates the service is gaining traction and moving toward a more commercially viable model.

Optimus • Mar 05, 2026

Tesla's Optimus in 2026: A Complete Overview of the Humanoid Robot

Tesla has announced it will end production of the Model S and Model X in early 2026 to focus its resources on the Optimus humanoid robot and AI. This signals a major strategic shift, making the robot Tesla's top priority. For owners and enthusiasts, this means Tesla is betting its future on robotics over its traditional, high-end vehicle lineup.

Optimus • Mar 04, 2026

Elon Musk: Tesla could be first to build AGI in humanoid form

Elon Musk claims Tesla could be the first company to develop Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) within a humanoid robot, specifically its Optimus platform. This suggests Tesla's ambitions extend far beyond electric vehicles into advanced robotics and AI. For enthusiasts, it positions Tesla as a potential leader in the race to create a human-like, general-purpose machine.