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Tesla Cybertruck Heading to China for Showroom Displays
The buzz surrounding Tesla’s Cybertruck expansion has reached new heights with rumors circulating about its arrival in China—not for sale, but as an eye-catching store display. This speculation has been fueled by discussions within a dedicated Cybertruck chat group, which includes nearly 500 members, all holding preorders for the futuristic vehicle, with many eager to […]
Tesla Drops Prices for Model 3 and Model Y in China
Tesla has lowered the price of select trims of its Model 3 and Model Y vehicles in China, as of January 12, 2024. Price drops range from 2% and up to nearly 6%, depending on vehicle. Clearly Tesla is trying to increase demand in China. Check out the price changes below… Model 3 Model 3 […]
Tesla China Hits Record-Breaking Performance in Q4 2023
Tesla China has reported an impressive performance for the fourth quarter of 2023, setting new records in vehicle deliveries and insurance registrations. According to the latest data, Tesla China’s units based on insurance registrations have seen a significant year-over-year increase, rising from 440,793 units in 2022 to 610,074 units in 2023. That’s a year-over-year increase […]
Tesla Renews Insurance Subsidy for Model 3 in China
Tesla has announced the renewal of its insurance subsidy program for the Model 3 in China, following the end of a previous incentive that expired on December 31. The renewed subsidy, effective from January 1 to January 31, offers customers a RMB 6,000 ($845) discount on insurance for the rear-wheel-drive version of the Model 3, […]
Tesla Expands in Shanghai with Megapack Battery Factory
Tesla has officially inaugurated its new mega factory project in Shanghai, capable of producing 10,000 Megapacks annually, the company announced on Friday. The project’s initiation was marked by a land acquisition signing ceremony on Friday morning in Shanghai, heralding what Tesla describes as a “milestone project.” The Megapack, a powerful battery designed for energy storage […]
Tesla’s China Factory Sees 30% Annual Sales Jump in November
Tesla has reported a remarkable sales performance in China for the month of November. The company successfully sold 82,432 vehicles that were manufactured from its Giga Shanghai factory. This figure is part of a significant upward trend in Tesla’s sales within the country, notes @Tslachan. Specific breakdowns of actual production, retail and export numbers are […]
Tesla China 2023.38.8, 2023.38.9 Update Release Notes
Tesla has released new software updates for the 2024 Model 3 refresh in China, enhancing security and adding several new features. The updates, versions 2023.38.8 (new Model 3) and 2023.38.9, have been distributed in batches to the vehicles, according to info shared by a reader with Tesla North. These updates localized for China include updates […]
Tesla China Hikes Model Y Price, Debuts Insurance Promos
Tesla China has announced a price increase of 2,000 yuan for the Model Y Long Range, now starting at 306,400 yuan. This marks the fifth consecutive price hike for the model, following a similar increase on November 21. The Model Y Long Range had previously seen its price rise to 302,400 yuan on November 8. […]
Tesla Prepares for FSD Beta Rollout in China
Tesla has officially announced that preparations for the rollout of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) Beta in China are currently in progress. This development comes from a CLS CN reporter’s inquiry (via @ray4tesla) to Tesla about the launch, and follows recent speculations sparked by changes in Tesla’s online manuals in China. Although the company has not […]
Tesla Increases Price of Model Y in China, Again
Tesla has increased the price of its Model Y in China on Monday evening. The Model Y Long Range has increased in price by 2000 yuan ($282 USD), now priced at 304,400 yuan. Here is the price history of the Model 3 and Model Y in China over the past month or so (in yuan): […]
Polestar to Use Tesla’s Supercharger Network in China
Polestar has announced a strategic partnership with Tesla to connect to its Supercharger network in China. The announcement, made by Polestar China CEO Shen Ziyu, positions Polestar as one of the first partners to share Tesla’s charging infrastructure in the region. This development is a significant step in Polestar’s plan to establish its own charging […]
Tesla Increases Price of Model 3/Y in China, Again
Tesla China has raised the prices of its Model 3 and Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles, marking the second increase within a month (via @Tslachan). Tesla North had heard rumors on Chinese social media that speculated a price increase was incoming and it happened last night. The latest adjustment sees the Model 3 RWD […]
Tesla Increases Price of Model 3 and Model Y in China
Tesla has adjusted the prices for the long-range versions of its Model 3 and Model Y vehicles in China, citing escalating costs as the primary reason for the change. The price adjustments follow a similar increase for the Model Y Performance at the end of the previous month. According to a statement from a Tesla […]
Here’s a Closer Look Inside Tesla’s Giga Shanghai Factory
Tesla’s Shanghai Gigafactory recently hit a significant production milestone, celebrating the manufacture of its two millionth electric vehicle just over a year after reaching its first million. The rapid production pace is attributed to strategic cost optimization and the integration of sophisticated automated machinery. During an exclusive tour for CGTN, Tesla staff revealed that the […]
Tesla Model Y Tops BEV Sales in China for September
The Chinese auto market is buzzing with plugin vehicles, recording over 776,000 sales in September, marking a 22% increase year-over-year. This surge in sales is the second consecutive monthly record, with predictions of the trend continuing for the rest of the year. The total sales for the year have already surpassed 5.4 million units, reports […]