Tesla is reportedly restarting its NV91 and NV93 projects in China, which are aimed at developing a more affordable $25,000 electric vehicle. This strategic pivot is seen as a direct response to intense market pressure from competitors like BYD and aims to capture a more budget-conscious consumer base. The plan involves creating simplified versions of the Model 3 and Model Y, removing some luxury features to lower the price point. This move could significantly redefine Tesla's market presence in China and other key regions by making their vehicles accessible to a wider audience. The initiative is also expected to enhance Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology by increasing the volume of driving data collected from a larger fleet of vehicles. In other news on the same day, Tesla's Gigafactory in Texas announced it had produced its 500,000th vehicle, and reports emerged of a large order for parts related to the Optimus humanoid robot, suggesting a move towards finalizing the V3 design. Additionally, market analysis highlighted a rebound in Tesla's stock, partly attributed to a 25% month-over-month increase in vehicle sales in China for September 2025.