Tesla talks about the engineering that went into the Model Y
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Tesla has unveiled a new video, taking viewers behind the scenes of their beloved Model Y. Guided by Lars Moravy, the Vice President of Vehicle Engineering at Tesla Motors, the video explains how Tesla pushes boundaries in car manufacturing, focusing on the key characteristics of this successful crossover SUV — from maximizing storage and utility to amping up off-road capabilities while retaining the unmistakable sporty allure of Tesla.
Challenging Tradition: Engineering from First Principles
The video highlights Tesla's 'first principles' approach to engineering. Tesla does not blindly adhere to conventional methods or past practices. Rather, everything is tested and proven, with decisions driven by the laws of physics and mechanics and not by tradition. The Model Y stands as a proud testament to this ideology, embodying performance and features that stem from what's physically possible and not from what's been done before.
Moravy draws attention to the Model Y’s rear casting and the innovative steps to overcome the usual challenges. Ordinarily, large aluminum pieces warp when heat-treated. But Tesla has created its alloy for the Model Y that exhibits high levels of strength and durability and, crucially, doesn't require heat treatment. This unique approach keeps the part straight, eliminating the need to machine the whole component — a move that saves energy and costs. Moreover, using this alloy, Tesla managed to replace around a hundred parts with just one or two — a testament to their inventive engineering.
Model Y: Designing a Car People Love
The ultimate goal, as the video underscores, is to create a product that people love, blending all the functionalities of a crossover into the Model Y. This includes copious cargo space, fold-flat seats for a wide-open area, and towing capability, among other features.
With the Model Y, Tesla aims not just to meet but exceed people's expectations of what an electric vehicle can be. Designed for those who enjoy dynamic driving, high visibility on the road, and extensive storage space, the Model Y offers an unparalleled driving experience.
Through this video, Tesla offers viewers a rare insight into their dedication to pushing boundaries and redefining vehicular capabilities. The Model Y isn't just a car; it's a celebration of engineering prowess and innovation. No wonder it's the best-selling vehicle in the world!
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Like clockwork, it’s time for the opportunity to submit questions for Tesla’s Q1 2025 Earnings Call. Q1 has historically been difficult for Tesla and other auto manufacturers in general, but doom-and-gloom aside, there’s plenty more to be excited about, including upcoming improvements to FSD and the first phase of Tesla’s Robotaxi network.
Earnings Q1 2025 Questions
Tesla is gearing up for its Q1 2025 Earnings Call, providing an opportunity for shareholders to once again submit and vote on questions they want to be addressed during the event. Tesla has already announced the lower-than-expected delivery numbers for Q1 2025, and also held a Public All-Hands Meeting for the first time, so we’re interested to find out what answers to some of these questions during their Q&A session.
Most Popular Questions
When will FSD unsupervised be available for personal use on personally-owned cars?
Is Tesla still on track for releasing “more affordable models” this year? Or will you be focusing on simplified versions to enhance affordability, similar to the RWD Cybertruck?
Robotaxi still on track for this year?
How is Tesla positioning itself to flexibly adapt to global economic risks in the form of tariffs, political biases, etc.?
Regarding the Tesla Optimus pilot line, could you confirm if it is currently operational? If so, what is the current production rate of Optimus bots per week? Additionally, how might the recent tariffs impact the scalability of this production line moving forward?
Did Tesla experience any meaningful changes in order inflow rate in Q1 relating to all of the rumors of “brand damage”?
When will Tesla Insurance be available in all 50 states. I’m from Idaho, and I’m surrounded by states where it is available, but it isn’t available in my state.
How is the company planning to deal with the impact of Elon’s partnership with the current administration?
is there a possibility of a stock split if so what would it be
Questions and voting are conducted through Say, a third-party platform that validates share ownership. Once your ownership is verified, you can use your shares to vote, with your vote weight corresponding to the number of shares you hold. Submitting a question initially gives it votes equivalent to your number of shares.
Below, we also compiled a list of the top questions going into the Earnings Call, which takes place a week from today.
The Earnings Call itself will take place on April 22, at 5:30 PM EDT (2:30 PM PT). Links to the live stream will be made available closer to the event. A recap of the key points will also be provided as usual, so stay tuned for that in the hours after the call.
With Q1 2025 now behind us, another round of Tesla’s Supercharger Voting has wrapped up. The previous vote took place back in December, and we now get to see which locations came out on top.
Let’s take a look at the Q1 2025 winners of the Supercharger Vote:
North America
🇺🇸 Lake Wales, FL
🇺🇸 Henderson, NV
🇺🇸 Clarksville, TN
🇺🇸 Roswell, NM
🇺🇸 Long Beach, CA
🇺🇸 Decatur, IL
🇺🇸 McAlester, OK
Europe
🇬🇧 Bournemouth, United Kingdom
🇮🇹 Bari, Italy
🇵🇱 Wrocław, Poland
🇨🇿 Hradec Králové, Czech Republic
Asia-Pacific
🇰🇷 Namyangju - South Korea
🇦🇺 Nicholls, Australia
Supercharger Voting Q2 2025
Another quarter means another round of Tesla's Supercharger Voting, giving Tesla owners the chance to influence where new Supercharger sites will be built. Following the Q1 2025 voting round, Tesla is now opening the polls for Q2 2025.
How to Vote
To participate in the Q2 2025 Supercharger Voting, visit the Tesla Supercharger Voting page and sign in to your Tesla account. You can vote for up to five different locations, with a limit of one vote per location, every three months. The most popular Superchargers are displayed on the leaderboard, and you can also suggest new locations for future voting cycles.
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