Tesla has ramped up production of its Optimus humanoid robot tenfold in recent months at its Fremont factory, targeting 1,000 units per week by the end of 2026. The supply chain, which Musk describes as being built almost from scratch, remains the primary obstacle, with many parts either non-existent at required specifications or not manufactured at the volumes needed. September 2026 supply chain data shows orders for roughly 15,000 Optimus units, currently allocated for internal use before potential external sales. Analysts have speculated that Optimus could eventually be priced below 30,000 dollars per unit once full commercialization is achieved.
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