The Hertz deal was overblown IMO and this latest run started well before the deal was announced. Tesla was supply constrained prior to the announced deal and they'll remain supply constrained for some time with or without Hertz. The EV revolution is really picking up steam. Demand for EVs is at an all time high. This trend will only continue.
The Q3 #s were the main catalyst IMO. The 30% gross automotive margins finally awoke many Wall St. analysts from their slumber. Cash to debt ratio and ROIC also. Fundamentally, the company is rock solid, far better than any other auto manufacturer, and poised for additional aggressive expansion. We saw price targets increase across the board after the Q3 report.
+70% over the last 3 months is pretty nuts, even for TSLA. The run has to end at some point.