In addition to sharing what they already have, imagine what could come from Tesla and an established automaker co-developing some emerging technology. Maybe GM has the missing sauce for making Full-Self Driving live up to its name. Perhaps Tesla and Toyota could get the band back together to accelerate solid-state batteries. And if the Ford partnership was a pleasant surprise, imagine the waves a co-developed model would make. Let's hear it for a Mazdaspeed Plaid wagon.

Sure, it's wishful thinking, but if Tesla and Ford can put their differences aside for the betterment of business and the EV industry, surely Tesla can surprise us again. If you agree, sound off in the comments, and let us know what sort of partnerships you'd like to see from Tesla.