{"id":6288,"date":"2026-01-29T08:03:43","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T07:03:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tesliens.com\/non-categorise\/tesla-q4-results-and-end-of-tesla-model-s-x-whats-happening\/"},"modified":"2026-01-31T10:17:18","modified_gmt":"2026-01-31T09:17:18","slug":"tesla-q4-results-and-end-of-tesla-model-s-x-whats-happening","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tesliens.com\/en\/news\/tesla-q4-results-and-end-of-tesla-model-s-x-whats-happening\/","title":{"rendered":"Tesla: Q4 Results and End of Tesla Model S\/X – What’s Happening?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

I closely followed the release of Tesla’s Q4 2025 results<\/strong>, and I must say that this quarter marks a real turning point in the company’s history. With $24.9 billion<\/strong> in revenue and groundbreaking strategic announcements, Tesla is no longer just an automaker: the company is radically pivoting towards autonomy, robotics, and artificial intelligence. <\/p>\n\n

Between the announced end of the legendary Tesla Model S and Model X, the acceleration of the robotaxi program, and the development of Optimus, this strategic transformation<\/strong> raises as much excitement as it does questions. A complete analysis of these results and their implications for the future of Tesla. <\/p>\n\n

Financial Performance: Mixed Results Against Expectations<\/h2>\n\n

The fourth quarter 2025 figures reflect a mixed reality. Tesla reports a non-GAAP EPS<\/strong> of $0.50, while GAAP EPS stands at just $0.24. Total revenues reached $24.9 billion, with a GAAP net income of $840 million. <\/p>\n\n

For the full year 2025, Tesla generated $94.8 billion in revenue, with $69.5 billion coming from the automotive segment. But what really catches my attention is the spectacular rise of energy storage<\/strong>: $12.8 billion in revenue, confirming the company’s successful diversification. <\/p>\n\n

Tesla delivered 1.64 million vehicles<\/strong> in 2025, including 418,000 in the fourth quarter. The company also deployed 46.7 GWh of energy storage capacity over the year. If you want to track the TSLA stock price directly from your Tesla screen<\/a>, now is the ideal time to monitor the impact of these announcements on valuation. <\/p>\n\n

What particularly strikes me is the pressure on operating margins, a direct consequence of massive investments in xAI, the development of full autonomy, and the Optimus project. Tesla is clearly betting on the long term, even if it means sacrificing some immediate profitability. <\/p>\n

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Goodbye Tesla Model S and Model X: The End of a Sentimental Era<\/h2>\n\n

Why Tesla is Discontinuing Its Iconic Models<\/h3>\n\n

The announcement dropped like a bombshell: Tesla Model S and Model X<\/strong> will cease production as early as next quarter. These vehicles, which propelled Tesla to the top of premium electric cars, are becoming victims of a strategy resolutely focused on autonomy and robotics. <\/p>\n\n

The reason is primarily strategic. These high-end models now represent marginal production volumes compared to the Model 3\/Y duo. Tesla prefers to focus its resources on projects with higher growth potential, even if it means turning the page on the Tesla Model S Plaid and its extraordinary performance<\/a> that generated so much buzz. <\/p>\n\n

The Shift Towards Optimus<\/h3>\n\n

I must admit it’s bittersweet to see these models disappear, but what’s next is even more impressive: the Fremont production line<\/strong> will be reallocated to Optimus manufacturing, with an announced capacity of 1 million robotic units<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n

It’s symbolically powerful: Tesla is shifting from producing premium electric sedans and SUVs to humanoid robots. This conversion perfectly illustrates the company’s ambition to become a leader in robotics, beyond its status as an automaker. <\/p>\n\n

Robotaxi: Tesla Accelerates Towards Full Autonomy<\/h2>\n\n

Austin, a Full-Scale Testing Ground<\/h3>\n\n

On January 27, 2026, Tesla will launch its Austin robotaxi<\/strong> service to the public. And that’s where it gets really interesting: these vehicles will operate without a safety supervisor<\/strong>, an absolute first in the industry. <\/p>\n\n

A dedicated app will allow users to order these autonomous robotaxis. As an FSD user, I’ve seen the impressive evolution of the system in recent months, but the transition to commercial operation without a human behind the wheel remains a bold gamble. <\/p>\n\n

Cybercab, the Bet on the Command-Free Vehicle<\/h3>\n\n

The Cybercab<\/strong> embodies Tesla’s radical vision: a vehicle devoid of a steering wheel and pedals, designed exclusively for full autonomy. Elon Musk predicts that its future production will surpass that of all other Tesla models combined. <\/p>\n\n

The deployment strategy is clear: Tesla will operate its own fleet of robotaxis rather than relying on an individual ownership model. The goal is ambitious: to cover 25-50% of U.S. territory<\/strong> with unsupervised FSD<\/strong> by the end of 2026. In this context, the $25,000 compact Tesla project<\/a> also fits into this transformation of the lineup towards accessible, autonomy-oriented vehicles. <\/p>\n\n

A predictable consequence: the price of the FSD subscription is expected to gradually increase as capabilities improve. An equation to watch for current and future owners. <\/p>\n

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Optimus 3: Tesla Becomes a Humanoid Robot Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n

The new generation of the humanoid robot, Optimus 3<\/strong>, will be unveiled in approximately three months, in spring 2026<\/strong>. This announcement coincides with the transformation of the Fremont production line<\/strong>, now capable of producing up to 1 million units per year. <\/p>\n\n

The deployment strategy begins internally: the first robots will work in Tesla’s own factories, allowing for testing and improvement of capabilities in real-world conditions. It’s fascinating to see Tesla pivot so radically, moving from the transportation revolution to that of humanoid robotics. <\/p>\n\n

This transformation is accompanied by massive investments: approximately $2 billion in xAI<\/strong> (Series E), Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company. The link between AI, autonomy, and humanoid robotics becomes evident: the same perception, decision-making, and learning technologies power these three simultaneous revolutions. <\/p>\n\n

The long-term vision is clear: humanoid robots could become Tesla’s new growth engine, potentially surpassing the automotive business in the coming years.<\/p>\n\n

Tesla is undergoing a radical transformation<\/strong> whose scope far exceeds that of a mere automaker. The fourth quarter 2025 financial results, though mixed, attest to colossal investments in technologies that may redefine our daily lives: robotaxi and humanoid robots<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n

The end of Tesla Model S and Model X production symbolically closes a chapter, while the opening of new lines dedicated to Optimus and the imminent launch of the robotaxi service in Austin write the first pages of an unprecedented story. According to industry experts<\/a>, these major strategic pivots redefine the traditional evaluation criteria for technology companies. <\/p>\n\n

The question remains open: Will Tesla succeed in leading so many simultaneous revolutions? Between full autonomy, mass robotic production, and maintaining its position in the automotive market, the company is embarking on an unprecedented path. And what do you think of these radical strategic choices? Do you believe in the robotaxi and Optimus gamble? <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"I closely followed the release of Tesla’s Q4 2025 results, and I must say that this quarter marks…\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6290,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","csco_singular_sidebar":"","csco_page_header_type":"","csco_appearance_grid":"","csco_page_load_nextpost":"","csco_post_video_location":[],"csco_post_video_location_hash":"","csco_post_video_url":"","csco_post_video_bg_start_time":0,"csco_post_video_bg_end_time":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[98],"tags":[89,90],"class_list":{"0":"post-6288","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-news","8":"tag-model-3","9":"tag-model-y","10":"cs-entry","11":"cs-video-wrap"},"acf":[],"onesignal_meta_box_present":null,"onesignal_send_notification":null,"onesignal_modify_title_and_content":null,"onesignal_notification_custom_heading":null,"onesignal_notification_custom_content":null,"_yoast_wpseo_title":null,"_yoast_wpseo_metadesc":null,"_yoast_wpseo_focuskw":null,"modified_by":null,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/tesliens.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6288","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/tesliens.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/tesliens.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tesliens.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tesliens.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6288"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/tesliens.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6288\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6292,"href":"https:\/\/tesliens.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6288\/revisions\/6292"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tesliens.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6290"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/tesliens.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6288"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tesliens.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6288"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tesliens.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6288"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}