Elon Musk has high hopes for them
After the publication of Tesla's financial results for the first quarter of 2024, Musk provided updated information on the timing of the introduction of the Optimus humanoid robot. The CEO stated that Optimus is already performing factory tasks in its laboratory. He believes that by the end of the year Optimus will be used to perform real-world tasks in Tesla factories.
In addition, Musk said that he believes Tesla could begin selling its humanoid robot Optimus to customers outside the company by the end of 2025.
A few months ago, Tesla introduced Optimus Gen 2, the next generation of its humanoid robot. Tesla decided to use its development in the field of artificial intelligence in the program of self-driving cars and experience in the field of batteries and electric motors. The company argued that its vehicles are already robots on wheels. Therefore, all that remains is to give them a humanoid form so that they can replace people in some tasks – primarily in repetitive and dangerous tasks.
Earlier, Elon Musk said that few people understand the potential of Optimus. The billionaire is confident that the Optimus project will account for the majority of Tesla's long-term value and earnings. The CEO believes that Optimus robots will become as common as cars.
Musk has previously stated that he believes Optimus will cost «less than half a car» or about 25,000 dollars.