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Tesla is preparing to register its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software with Chinese authorities ahead of its planned rollout this year, according to three people with knowledge of the matter, reports Reuters. The U.S. EV leader is also considering offering the software as a monthly subscription to its Chinese users, its second-largest market, sources said. A […]

Tesla is intensifying its efforts to attract Chinese customers, announcing several new incentives aimed at boosting sales in a competitive market. Customers in China who complete their Tesla vehicle deliveries between May 25 and June 30 will be entered into a drawing for a free tour of Tesla’s Fremont factory in the United States, the […]

Tesla has started construction on a new Megafactory in Shanghai on Thursday, marking the company’s first energy storage system factory outside the United States. This facility will produce Tesla’s Megapacks, large-scale energy storage batteries. Industry observers view the factory as a significant example of industrial and technological cooperation between China and the US. They note […]

Shanghai has compiled a list of data that can be transferred overseas without security assessments, according to a government document seen by Reuters. This move aims to attract foreign investment to boost China’s sluggish economy. Foreign firms, including financial companies and automakers such as Tesla, have lobbied Chinese authorities to permit cross-border data sharing after […]

Tesla has received a construction permit for a new Megafactory in the Lingang area of the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone, marking a significant expansion of its global manufacturing capabilities. This facility, Tesla’s first energy storage mega factory outside the U.S. market, is slated to begin mass production in the first quarter of 2025, […]

Elon Musk’s recent visit to China, lasting less than 24 hours, has proven fruitful as Tesla gained tentative approval to deploy its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software in its second-largest market. This crucial development came after Musk’s series of meetings with top Chinese officials in Beijing, including Premier Li Qiang. The endorsement from China allows Tesla […]

Tesla is poised to overcome a significant obstacle in China by collaborating with Baidu for enhanced mapping and navigation capabilities, according to sources familiar with the development, reports Bloomberg. This partnership will allow Tesla to introduce advanced assisted driving features in China, leveraging lane-level navigation and mapping technology from Baidu, a Beijing-based internet giant and […]

China’s Premier Li Qiang met with Tesla CEO Elon Musk in Beijing on Sunday, praising Tesla’s contributions to US-China cooperation, according to China’s state television. The meeting highlighted Tesla as a successful example of bilateral collaboration. Musk’s visit aligns with his interest in expanding Tesla’s autonomous driving technology in China, the world’s largest auto market, […]

Tesla’s performance in China has shown a significant uptick, with the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) reporting 30,224 exports for Tesla China in February. This data, analyzed by industry expert Roland Pircher, underlines the company’s expanding footprint in the Chinese market. Additionally, with the recently released wholesale figures, it is now confirmed that Tesla’s local […]

Tesla has announced a series of limited-time incentives on Weibo for customers purchasing Model 3 and Model Y vehicles before the end of March from existing inventory, with potential savings of up to ¥34,600 ($4,807 USD). The promotions include an insurance subsidy for the rear-wheel-drive versions of Model 3 and Model Y, offering benefits worth […]

Tesla is offering up a free trial of its Enhanced Autopilot feature for customers in China, as part of Year of the Dragon celebrations. The company says customers can enjoy a free 30-day trial of Enhanced Autopilot, and it’s expected to reach millions of customers. Special Chinese New Year Gift from Tesla China! Roll out […]

In celebration of the Chinese New Year, Tesla has unveiled a series of enticing promotional offers for its customers in China, valid through February and March 2024. The electric vehicle giant is offering an 8,000 yuan cash discount on its Model Y, while supplies last, alongside a reduced price for all premium car paint upgrades […]

Tesla is set to expand its Model 3 lineup in China with the upcoming launch of the highly anticipated Performance version. The new Tesla Model 3 Performance is expected to hit the Chinese market in the second quarter, with a projected price around RMB 400,000 yuan ($55,730), as reported by local automotive media outlet Dongchedi […]

Tesla has initiated the purchase of cathode coils from two secondary Chinese battery manufacturers, which apparently took place in the latter half of 2023. These components are being shipped to Tesla’s Giga Texas factory in the United States for the production of 4680 batteries, as reported by the local media outlet LatePost (via CnEVPost). Cathode […]

Shares of Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers experienced a significant downturn, influenced by Tesla’s recent price reductions in China and a sluggish start to January sales. NIO, XPeng, and Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology all saw notable declines in their stock values, reports the Wall Street Journal. On Wednesday, NIO’s shares dropped 9.6% to HK$49.05 (US$6.27), following […]