Tesla has reported a decline in earnings as increased spending on research and development cuts into profits from its core car sales. Despite the drop in earnings, the electric vehicle manufacturer experienced a solid quarter for its primary automotive business.
The company is currently increasing its expenditures to build out the infrastructure and artificial intelligence software required for future ventures, specifically robotaxis and robotics. According to leadership, these technological developments represent the long-term future of the company.
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