Tesla’s Shanghai factory will help the company shift focus to humanoid robots.
Musk has urged investors to focus less on car sales and more on AI, robots
Workers check on Tesla model Y at the Tesla Gigafactory in Sanghai
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A Tesla Inc. leader said yesterday that he believes its Shanghai factory operations will help resolve the challenges in achieving mass production of the company’s humanoid robots as the U.S. electric vehicle giant pivots to robotics.
Wang Hao, Tesla’s vice president, said the Shanghai facilities, like other Tesla factories, will contribute after the company enters an era of robots.
Wang, who also serves as president of Tesla China, told reporters on a government-organised tour of one of its Shanghai factories that CEO Elon Musk once noted having production at scale is a critical challenge in manufacturing humanoid robots.
Wang said he believes the Shanghai manufacturing arm “is a golden key to solving this challenge,” but did not specify how the operation will support the company’s robotic business.
Musk has urged investors to focus less on car sales and more on what he considers a bright artificial intelligence future of robotaxis ferrying millions in cars without drivers, or even steering wheels, and robots watering plants and taking care of elderly parents.
Shanghai
Shanghai is a major global financial hub and one of China’s most populous cities, located on the eastern coast at the mouth of the Yangtze River. Its history as a prominent port city dates back to the 19th century, when it became a treaty port and developed into a center of international trade, with colonial concessions shaping its unique blend of Eastern and Western architecture and culture. Today, Shanghai is known for its modern skyline featuring the iconic Bund and Pudong district, while also preserving historic areas like the Old City and French Concession.
Shanghai
Shanghai is a major global financial hub and one of China’s largest cities, located on the eastern coast at the mouth of the Yangtze River. Its history as a prominent port and trading center began in the 19th century, particularly after the Treaty of Nanjing (1842) opened it to foreign settlement, leading to the establishment of the iconic International Settlement and French Concession. Today, Shanghai is renowned for its modern skyline, including the futuristic Pudong district, while preserving historical landmarks like the Bund and traditional gardens.
the Bund
The Bund is a famous waterfront promenade in Shanghai, China, lined with historic colonial-era buildings. Originally a British settlement in the 19th century, it developed into a major financial hub, showcasing a mix of architectural styles from Gothic to Art Deco. Today, it remains an iconic symbol of Shanghai’s past and its modern transformation.
Pudong district
Pudong is a major district in Shanghai, China, located on the eastern side of the Huangpu River
Shanghai
Shanghai is a major global financial hub and one of China’s largest cities, located on the eastern coast at the mouth of the Yangtze River. Its history as a prominent port and trading center began in the 19th century, particularly after the Treaty of Nanjing in 1842, which opened it to foreign influence and led to the establishment of the international settlements. Today, Shanghai is known for its modern skyline, historic Bund waterfront, and rich cultural blend of Eastern and Western influences.
the Bund
The Bund is a famous waterfront promenade in Shanghai, China, located along the Huangpu River. Originally a British settlement in the 19th century, it became a hub for foreign banks and trading houses, resulting in its iconic collection of Art Deco and neoclassical architecture. Today, it stands as a symbol of Shanghai’s colonial past and modern economic resurgence, offering stunning views of the Pudong skyline.
Pudong district
Pudong is a major district of Shanghai, China, located east of the Huangpu River. Historically a rural and agricultural area, it underwent a dramatic transformation beginning in the 1990s when it was designated as a special economic zone, rapidly developing into a global financial and commercial hub. Today, Pudong is famous for its futuristic skyline, including landmarks like the Oriental Pearl Tower and the Shanghai Tower.
