Tesla Inc. (TSLA) is gearing up for its third-quarter earnings call, and shareholders are making their voices heard, demanding clear timelines for the company’s much-anticipated products and promises. The automaker’s history of delayed deliveries and postponed deadlines has led to a surge in investor inquiries.
Tesla allows shareholders to submit and vote on questions they want addressed during earnings calls. This year, the top-voted queries are centered around deadlines. Shareholders are pressing for concrete timelines on key projects, including:
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Affordable Models:
A timeline for delivering on the promise to introduce new, budget-friendly electric vehicle models.*
Grok Integration:
When will Tesla’s AI-powered assistant, Grok, be fully integrated into all its vehicles?*
Roadster & Semi Updates:
What is the latest on the production schedule for the long-awaited next-generation Roadster and Tesla Semi truck?*
Optimus Robot Shipping:
When can we expect the Optimus humanoid robot to begin shipping?While these questions focus on specific products, the overarching theme is a desire for clarity and accountability from Tesla. The company’s ambitious plans and futuristic promises have always been a driving force, but their frequent delays have eroded some investor confidence.
The most common question among shareholders, however, centers around Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology. Investors want to know when the promised autonomous driving capability, currently under development, will become a reality through future software updates.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk acknowledged the concerns regarding time-based predictions, stating that he often aims for the 50% percentile date, meaning half his predictions will be late, and half will be early. This explanation hasn’t entirely quelled investor anxieties, particularly given the delays in the Semi truck, Roadster, and the previously stated goal of achieving full autonomy by 2018.
The upcoming earnings call will likely be closely watched as Tesla aims to reassure investors and address their concerns about product timelines and the company’s ability to deliver on its promises. The market will be looking for concrete answers and a clear roadmap for the future of Tesla’s ambitious projects.