Tesla released a video that documents the complete shutdown of the original Model S and Model X assembly lines at its Fremont factory in Northern California. The dismantling was finished within a 46‑day period.
The process involved heavy equipment breaking up concrete pits, removing robotic arms and conveyor systems, and clearing the floor space. Work proceeded in stages, starting with the removal of foundations, followed by the disassembly of automated assembly machinery.
The cleared area is intended for the conversion of the plant to produce Tesla’s humanoid robot, Optimus, a project the company plans to launch in the coming years.
This rapid reconfiguration demonstrates Tesla’s capacity to execute large‑scale production changes quickly, which may influence its supply chain and overall manufacturing capacity.
Details on the exact timeline and production volumes for Optimus have not yet been disclosed by the company.