Silver Bullet: Is the Model Y Metallic Paint Worth It?

Silver metallic paint looks stunning—but is it actually worth Tesla's upcharge? The real answer might change how you build.
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Silver metallic paint looks stunning—but is it actually worth Tesla's upcharge? The real answer might change how you build.

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Rodgers is betting billions on Tesla's future—not for cars, but for robots and robotaxis. The math will surprise you.

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