> I think that it's survival hinges upon delivering the model 3 on time and at high quality ... and in sufficient quantities. They have proven the technology,

> I think that it's survival hinges upon delivering the model 3 on time and at high quality ... and in sufficient quantities. They have proven the technology, the approach and the readiness of the market. The last thing they need to prove is their capacity to scale. If they achieve their target (i.e. Model 3 generally available in 2018), they will have built a serious lead over the competition - meaning several years (at least 2) on that sweet sweet market unchallenged. Of course, Tesla has failed to deliver in time, at expected price or in expected quantities before. Time will tell.