The strange thing is, Tesla finally seems to be getting decent production rates on their Model 3 line.[1] They got 2500 cars out the door in a week at peak, which is respectable. Until recently, output was so low that it was clear the line wasn't working right. They then shut down to retune their production line, which makes sense. They should soon be cranking about 2500-3000 cars a week without much fuss. Once first shift is running smoothly, they can add a second shift.<p>Tesla may be over the hump on getting the business working. But profitability is still a ways off. Tesla may need more capital to get there.<p>What Tesla doesn't need now are distractions. The truck, the new roadster, the next model, self-driving. They need to focus on shipping product before the money runs out.<p>[1] <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/graphics/2018-tesla-tracker/" rel="nofollow">https://www.bloomberg.com/graphics/2018-tesla-tracker/</a>