Optimus

Tesla confirms Optimus production starting late July at Fremont on former Model S/X line

Tesla will begin production of its Optimus humanoid robot in late July or August 2026 at its Fremont factory, repurposing the former Model S/X assembly line. However, CEO Elon Musk cautioned that initial output will be very slow and unpredictable due to the robot's complexity. This marks Tesla's official transition into a new product category, signaling a major strategic shift beyond automotive manufacturing.