PODCAST: TESLA'S $25,000 ELECTRIC CAR TIMING, ROADSTER, AND CYBERTRUCK

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This episode of the Electrek Podcast delves into several key Tesla updates, primarily focusing on the much-anticipated $25,000 electric car, the Cybertruck, and the new Roadster. The hosts express skepticism regarding Tesla's timeline for the $25,000 model, with Elon Musk suggesting a 2023 release and even posing the radical idea of it launching without a steering wheel or pedals, contingent on full self-driving capabilities. This raises questions about the feasibility of the $25,000 price point when combined with the necessary autonomous technology and potential subscription models. The Cybertruck's production is confirmed to be delayed, with volume production not expected until late 2023 due to new technologies and production ramp challenges. Similarly, the new Roadster is pushed to 2023, with a significant caveat that this timeline is dependent on a drama-free 2022 for Tesla. The podcast also touches upon the low take rate for Tesla's Full Self-Driving package, particularly in Europe and Asia, and discusses a peculiar case of insurance fraud involving a Model X. The discussion highlights Tesla's ongoing challenges with delivery logistics and the impact of global supply chain issues.