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Elon Musk’s Boring Company Plans Nashville Tunnel Linking Downtown to Airport

Overview of the Nashville Tunnel Project

Elon Musk's Boring Company has unveiled its ambitious plan to construct a tunnel system in Nashville, designed to connect the downtown area with Na

Emily Carter
Last updated: August 1, 2025 11:38 am
By Emily Carter - Senior Editor
2 Min Read

Overview of the Nashville Tunnel Project

Elon Musk’s Boring Company has unveiled its ambitious plan to construct a tunnel system in Nashville, designed to connect the downtown area with Nashville International Airport. Construction is anticipated to commence shortly after receiving the necessary approvals, with the first segment of the tunnel, spanning 10 miles, potentially opening as early as next year.

Contents
Overview of the Nashville Tunnel ProjectFunding and SupportOperational ModelPast Challenges and ConcernsCriticism from Local Leaders

Funding and Support

In a press release, Tennessee’s Republican Governor Bill Lee highlighted that the “Music City Loop” will be entirely funded by the Boring Company and its partners, with no involvement of taxpayer money. The tunnels are planned to be situated beneath state-owned roadways.

Operational Model

If implemented, the new transit system would allow passengers to travel between major locations in Nashville in approximately eight minutes, utilizing Tesla vehicles that will operate within the underground tunnels. This model mirrors the existing system the company has in Las Vegas, where a tunnel loop beneath the convention center services several resorts. However, current operations in Vegas rely on human drivers rather than fully autonomous vehicles.

Past Challenges and Concerns

  • The Boring Company’s previous proposals in cities like Chicago and Los Angeles have not materialized.
  • Musk’s ambitious hyperloop plan connecting Washington, D.C., and New York City has also been abandoned.

Criticism from Local Leaders

Democratic State Representative Justin Jones expressed his concerns about the project, claiming he was excluded from the announcement event. He argued that the initiative seems designed to benefit corporate interests rather than the public. Jones noted that the project is expected to occupy a piece of public land in downtown Nashville comparable to the size of a football field. He stated, “We’re not even being informed where or what exactly these tunnels are going to run through. Tomorrow they’re voting to give away state land for no cost. But giving away land obviously has a cost.”

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