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Tesla starts Optimus robot production in Fremont

Tesla began producing its Optimus humanoid robot at the Fremont factory around August 29, 2026, converting the former Model S and Model X assembly area as part of more than $20 billion in 2026 capital spending. Elon Musk said output will be extremely slow at first since it is an entirely new manufacturing process, with the line ultimately designed for about 1 million robots a year and a larger Texas line planned later. The first units are earmarked for Tesla's internal Optimus Academy training program rather than sale, with outside commercial units still expected starting in 2027.

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