Like Apple's App Store, Tesla's Subscription Program Could Become A HUGE Revenue Stream

Tesla has started to indicate that it is going to expand its software offering, including a subscription to its full self-driving package, and analysts are starting to consider this new revenue stream as a massive opportunity.

Over the last year, Tesla has made several moves to start generating revenue from software.

The automaker started charging $10 a month for its ‘premium connectivity’ features.

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ricks0me - 6/3/2020 9:20:51 PM

+1 Boost

This should tell you that TESLA is a software company and not an auto mfg. Now we all know why their customers are the beta testers.

SanJoseDriver - 6/3/2020 9:57:24 PM

+1 Boost

Software is one of the things Tesla does better than any other auto manufacturer.

MDarringer - 6/4/2020 8:51:33 AM

+2 Boost

I wouldn't be too much of a cheerleader given how that software drives people into things and kills them.

SanJoseDriver - 6/5/2020 12:17:26 AM

+1 Boost

Saves a lot of them too, especially if they aren't doing anything stupid.

SanJoseDriver - 6/3/2020 9:57:01 PM

+1 Boost

My best guess is FSD will be $200/mo. That will make it worthwhile to prepay if you plan to own the car for more than 4 years. If they do less than that, most people will end up opting for the subscription which will hurt their financial position.

carloslassiter - 6/4/2020 8:12:34 AM

+1 Boost

This is the future of everything. it's just good business.

MDarringer - 6/4/2020 8:50:42 AM

0 Boost

Tesla...the brand that keeps on stealing from your pocket.

PUGPROUD - 6/4/2020 9:43:38 AM

+2 Boost

It is the future but I tend to fall into the "I like progress but don't like change" camp. When I picked up my last two family cars the dealer's info instructor took over an hour to explain features I've never cared to have or use. Some new features are great and add to or improve the driving experience. Having to listen and sift thru the many others that you'll never use but paid for, not so much. Nice to have one great driving car in your garage without all the gizmos that often distract from the pure pleasure of driving.