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The host, Dylan Loomis, opens by discussing his entertainment with JP Morgan's recent Tesla stock note, specifically focusing on the bank's shift in stance.
**JP Morgan's Tesla Stock History & Shift:**
* For 11 years (2015-present), JP Morgan (JPM) and its Tesla analyst had the stock "underweight" with some of Wall Street's lowest price targets, during which Tesla's stock appreciated ~3,000%.
* **November 2024:** A $160 million warrant lawsuit occurred between JPM and Tesla, stemming from Elon Musk's "funding secured" tweet. JPM sued Tesla for breach of a 2014 warrant contract; Tesla countersued, and Elon pulled all of Tesla's business from JPM.
* **Resolution:** Both sides dismissed with prejudice, realizing the fight wasn't worth it.
* **Jamie Dimon's Change of Heart:** Weeks later, JPM CEO Jamie Dimon publicly called Elon "the Einstein of our time" at Davos and expressed a desire to help Elon's companies.
* **Analyst Change:** A few months later, Ryan Brinkman (the long-time bearish analyst) was replaced by Rajat Gupta for Tesla stock coverage.
* **SpaceX IPO Connection:** The SpaceX IPO became a concrete event, with Goldman Sachs leading underwriting, and JPM included as one of the five main banks. The host suggests this was Dimon's motivation for cozying up to Elon.
* **Elon Interview & Price Target Bump:** Dimon hosted Elon for an interview during the SpaceX IPO roadshow, again calling him "the Edison and the Einstein of our time." The very next day, Rajat Gupta raised his Tesla price target from $145 (underweight) to $475 (neutral).
* **Current Situation:** JPM analyst Rajat Gupta recently toured Fremont and issued the new Tesla stock note. The host views this as a "facade" and "classic theater."
**Highlights from the New JP Morgan Note:**
* **V15:** Reiterated as the "gateway" for Tesla to scale unsupervised Full Self-Driving (FSD).
* **V15 Technology:** Includes seven new core technologies, with about 40% currently being tested in the Robotaxi fleet.
* **AI Hardware:** The current AI4 chipset is capable enough for V15; AI4.5 or 4+ is seen as a future-proofing move, not a requirement.
* **Form Factors:** CyberCab is the initial form factor for autonomy, with RoboVan and other form factors expected to follow.
* **Optimus Robot:** On track for startup production later this year, with potential commercial sales as early as the second half of next year.
* **Vehicle Production:** Tesla is intentionally holding back scaling Model Y/3 production, capable of making 35,000 cars per week.
* **Limiting Factor:** The host agrees that V15 is the current limiting factor for Tesla's scaling, as Tesla's team has confirmed. Challenges with V15 (e.g., looping, pickup/drop-off) are being worked through.
**Tesla Robotaxi Permit in Las Vegas (Clark County):**
* **Approval:** Tesla received full approval for its permit to operate robo-taxis in Clark County, Nevada, after a multi-hour hearing.
* **Previous vs. New Limit:** The previous limit of 10 robo-taxis is replaced by a new permit for up to 5,000 over the next year.
* **Tesla's Realistic Goal:** Tesla stated they would be "very pleased" to hit between 2,000 and 2,500 robo-taxis in Clark County over the next 12 months, which the host calls a "bull case-type scenario."
* **State vs. County:** While Sawyer from Tesla indicated statewide approval, Eric from Tesla clarified the focus is Clark County due to regulator concerns about first responder interactions varying by jurisdiction.
* **First Responder Training:** Dozens of different first responder groups need training, and Tesla, Waymo, Zoox, and AVRide handle interactions differently. Rachel (from Tesla) reported 12 training opportunities, including for night shifts.
* **Deployment Strategy:** Tesla will start with small geofences and 2-10 vehicles, scaling progressively and safely, similar to other cities.
* **5,000 Number:** The host believes the 5,000 number is a "distraction" and not an expectation for the next year based on the hearing.
* **Regulator Awareness:** A regulator asked if Tesla already operates 2,500 robo-taxis in other cities, highlighting a lack of understanding of Tesla's current operations.
* **Remote Control Centers:** Tesla has centers in Austin and Palo Alto; regulators encouraged a Clark County center, which Tesla was open to, but the host notes it's unsustainable to have one in every location.
* **Launch Timeline:** Tesla is "pretty well positioned" to operate within 120 days. The host predicts an October launch, starting with about five Model Y vehicles in a small geofence.
* **Market Impact:** If Tesla hits 2,500 robo-taxis, it would represent almost 72% of the 3,500 taxi medallions issued in Clark County.
* **Pending Questions:** Airport access, top speed, and geofence size are still to be determined.
* **Competition:** Uber (partnering with Motional/Zoox) and Waymo also had applications approved for up to 1,000 robo-taxis each, meaning up to 8,000 total could be deployed by all companies.
**Sponsor Segment: Delete Me:**
* Warns about increased scammer activity and personalized scams during the school year.
* Cites a statistic: 1 in 10 teens know someone who's been a victim of AI deepfake abuse.
* Recommends Delete Me to remove personal information (home address, phone, family ties) from data broker sites.
* Host's experience: Delete Me found his info on 54 sites (64 exposures) last quarter, up from 6 in the prior period.
* Offers family plans and a 20% discount with code "electrified" at joindeleteme.com/electrified.
**Tesla Solar Roof Discontinuation:**
* **Report:** Electrek first reported that Tesla has discontinued the solar roof, confirming with third-party installers that only solar panels will be supplied.
* **Reason:** Tesla concluded the product was not financially viable.
* **Host's Experience:** Received a $212,000 quote for a 1,500 sq ft ranch house for a solar roof.
* **Historical Context:** The solar roof was a key part of the pitch for the SolarCity acquisition (better looking, generate electricity, last longer, better insulation, lower installed cost than a regular roof plus electricity).
* **Elon's Aspirations vs. Reality:** Elon aspired to 1,000 installations per week, but the peak was about 25 per week.
* **Host's View:** Unfortunate, but economics didn't work. Tesla's current focus on scaling traditional solar panels (100 GW plan) didn't warrant the cost and complexity of the niche solar roof product.
**FSD Challenges:**
* **Pickup/Drop-off (Austin):** David Moss (a big Tesla supporter) noted "rough" pickup and drop-off performance in Austin.
* **Log in Road (V14.1 Lite):** A video showed FSD 14.1 Lite running over a large log at 30+ mph without braking or recognizing it.
* **Metal Fence (V14.3.7):** A user (Arion) reported a critical disengagement where the car tried to drive through a metal wire fence, leading to a potential six-story drop.
* **Tree in Road (V14.1 Lite):** Another video showed FSD 14.1 Lite not reacting to a massive tree in the road, requiring manual disengagement.
* **Recurring Issues:** Chains, caution tape, crossing arms, and wires continue to be serious challenges for FSD.
* **Hope:** The host encourages attention to FSD 15, hoping for improvements.
**Tesla Semi Europe:**
* **Announcement:** Specs and launch details for the Semi in Europe will be unveiled at the IAA Transportation in Hanover, Germany, starting September 15th.
* **Manufacturing:** Elon has previously stated the plan is to manufacture the Tesla Semi at Giga Berlin.
* **Delivery Timeline:** The host does not expect EU deliveries this year, anticipating 2027 at the earliest.
**Edmunds' Shift on Model Y:**
* Edmunds, previously critical, is now "doing its best JP Morgan 180 impersonation," citing the Model Y as fun to drive and FSD as "the real deal."
* The host sees this as "the awakening continues with Tesla haters now turning into supporters."
**Tesla & SpaceX Revenue Growth Projections:**
* **Ehrlichman's Estimates (5 years):** Tesla at 119% revenue growth, SpaceX at 2,090%.
* **Elon's Response:** Elon stated, "I know this sounds crazy right now, but I think both SpaceX and Tesla will exceed these estimates."
* **Host's Interpretation:** Not necessarily implying companies will remain separate.
* **Projected Revenue by 2030:** Wall Street's implied estimates based on Ehrlichman's numbers would be $227 billion for Tesla and $409 billion for SpaceX.
* **Elon's Trillion-Dollar Goal:** Elon is already talking about $1 trillion in revenue from SpaceX alone by 2030.
* **Host's Concern:** If Tesla isn't acquired by SpaceX and only reaches $227 billion by 2030, "a lot of people are going to be quite disappointed." Expectations are for these numbers to be "exceeded meaningfully."
**GrokBot Integration:**
* **Idea:** Farzad suggested being able to talk to Grok in the car and automatically send commands and actions to a GrokBot.
* **Elon's Response:** Elon replied, "Agreed."
* **Accessibility:** SpaceX AI has made GrokBot accessible via a lower subscription tier.
* **Potential:** Host highlights the "awesome" potential for in-car agent commands.
**Tesla Pickleball Paddle:**
* Tesla released another pickleball paddle in collaboration with Selkirk, featuring a CyberCab theme, priced up to $350 with a bag.
* The host, a pickleball player, bought one and will provide a review.
**Apple TV in Tesla UI Trick:**
* It was discovered that accessing Apple TV through the Tesla vehicle's web browser will open it as if it were an in-car app.
**Tesla Gigacasting Mold Interior:**
* An image was shared of the interior of one of Tesla's gigacasting molds, apparently undergoing service, revealing its complexity and cooling hoses.
**Tesla China Recall (Door Handles):**
* Tesla is part of a large automotive recall in China concerning recessed electric door handles, along with numerous other automakers.
* China plans to ban concealed door handles starting in 2027.
* **Tesla's Remedy:** Includes warning labels and an over-the-air (OTA) update to automatically lower vehicle windows after a collision. Franz (Tesla designer) is working on a permanent solution.
* **US Context:** NHTSA in the US is considering new safety standards to address occupant entrapment risk during power failures.
**SpaceX Starship Updates:**
* **Catching Ship:** Elon stated they will "probably catch the ship with a tower in a few months," but not on Flight 14.
* **Reflight:** The first reflight of Starship is expected "either end of this year or early next," which Elon calls a "fork in the road of history for consciousness reaching the stars."
* **White House Space Transportation Policy:**
* Released for the first time since 2013, with a goal of 1,000 launches and re-entries per year by 2030.
* Elon and Gwyn Shotwell have hinted at a goal of 10,000 launches per year by 2030.
* Policy includes facilitating new launch/re-entry sites, designating priority airspace, and integrating activities into air traffic control modernization.
* Calls for evaluating barriers to "prompt, responsive, and resilient access to space," including 48-hour launch capability.
* **Elon's Daily Launch Goal:** Elon tweeted they are aiming for 30+ Starship launches per day in 2030 (~10,000 annually), noting these are "still tiny numbers compared to airplane flights."
* **Flight 14 Preparations:** SpaceX shared a video of a 60-second static fire with all six Raptor engines, suggesting Flight 14 is likely in September.
**Tesla Cathode Plant Footage:**
* Exclusive footage from Tesla's Austin Cathode site was released.
* **Significance:** It's the first and only Cathode plant of its kind in North America.
* **Importance of Cathode:** Described as the "lifeblood of an electric vehicle," critical for performance, energy density, and range.
* **Efficiency:** Tesla aims to be 74% more efficient on a greenhouse gas basis compared to Tier 1 suppliers.
* **Process:** Starts with mixing precursor (nickel, manganese, cobalt, lithium hydroxide), densification, kilning, removal of magnetic impurities, to produce the final cathode active material.
* **Goal:** Ensures energy independence for Tesla and the United States.
**Stock Performance (Day's Close):**
* Tesla (TSLA): $362.86, up 5.14%.
* SpaceX (SPX): $136.97, up 2.22%.
* NASDAQ 100 (NDX): Up 0.33%.