

Franz von Holzhausen
Chief Designer at Tesla, responsible for vehicle and user-experience design across Tesla products, discussing Master Plan Part 4, vehicle design choices, paint colors, and future product direction in this episode.
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Oct 19, 2025 • 1h 30min
Episode 533: Special Guest: Franz von Holzhausen (Yes, Again!)
Franz von Holzhausen, Tesla's Chief Designer, shares insights on his pivotal role in shaping Master Plan Part 4. He dives into the excitement around Tesla's future vehicle offerings, highlighting innovative designs and the evolution towards full autonomy. Franz discusses rare paint colors like Signature Red and Glacier Blue, sharing the challenges behind them. He also touches on the anticipated next-gen Roadster's driving experience, and the design goals behind the Model Y. Plus, he emphasizes the importance of shareholder voting in supporting Tesla's strategic vision.

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Jul 27, 2025 • 1h 51min
Episode 521: Q2 Earnings Call Recap, Highlights, and Analysis
Franz von Holzhausen, Tesla's Chief Designer, shares exciting insights following the Q2 earnings call. He discusses key developments like the launch of a robo-taxi service and highlights the demand for Tesla's energy products. Franz also dives into the challenges faced in global markets and how upcoming innovations will impact production efficiency. The conversation includes updates on the expanding supercharger network and ambitions for Full Self-Driving technology, setting the stage for Tesla's future growth.

Mar 2, 2025 • 1h 25min
Episode 500: Special Guest: Tesla Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen
Franz von Holzhausen, Tesla's Chief Designer known for his pioneering designs, discusses his impressive 16-year tenure at Tesla. He shares insights into the new Model Y, including design tweaks and his favorite wheel aesthetic. Franz reflects on the intriguing balance between design and engineering, particularly regarding the Cybertruck. He also reveals what drives him creatively and how the development of Optimus poses unique challenges. The conversation is rich with Tesla's innovative spirit and the excitement of future models.


