Tesla CEO Elon Musk said Wednesday that the company will discontinue production of the Model S and Model X, reducing the lineup to essentially three vehicles. So, what's next?

On an earnings call January 28, Tesla CEO Elon Musk told investors the automaker will “basically stop production of Model S and X next quarter.”

We can still remember reading the reviews from 2012. Like it or not, the Tesla Model S was pivotal in making EVs gain mass-market appeal, not just in America, but worldwide. It helped that it was a hugely competent car and practically set the baseline for EVs in the coming years.

Tesla is taking one of the boldest turns in its history, and it’s not just about electric cars anymore. After years of dominating headlines as a pioneer of electric vehicles, the company is phasing out its Model S and Model X as part of a strategic shift toward robotics,