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Tesla Exonerated in Fatal 2022 Chinese Crash, Court Rules
Tesla has been cleared of any wrongdoing in a 2022 accident in China that resulted in two fatalities and three injuries, as reported by Shanghai Securities News. The incident, which took place in November of the previous year, involved a Tesla Model Y that was alleged by a social media influencer to have malfunctioned, leading […]
Tesla Registers Upgraded Model Y in China, Reveals New Specs
Tesla has officially registered an upgraded version of its Model Y with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). The registration documents disclose key specifications for the compact crossover electric SUV, which is manufactured at Tesla’s Gigafactory in Shanghai. According to the MIIT document, the new Model Y will have dimensions of 4,750mm in […]
Tesla Under EU Scrutiny for Possible Chinese Subsidies: Report
Tesla is at the center of an EU anti-subsidy investigation into electric vehicles imported from China, according to sources familiar with the matter, reports Bloomberg. The probe aims to assess the extent to which China has subsidized Tesla and other domestic manufacturers like BYD Co., SAIC Motor Corp., and Nio Inc. The investigation could lead […]
European Commission Launches Probe into Chinese EV Subsidies
The European Commission, the executive branch of the European Union (EU), announced on Wednesday an investigation into state subsidies provided to electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers in China. The announcement was made by Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, during her annual State of the Union address at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, […]
Polestar to Launch Smartphone in China, Because Why Not
Swedish electric vehicle manufacturer, Polestar, is set to release a branded smartphone in December, coinciding with the launch of its first sports utility vehicle (SUV) in China, the Polestar 4. The announcement emphasizes the company’s innovative approach in the electric vehicle market, integrating technology with transportation. The Polestar 4, an SUV coupe, will be the […]
Tesla Launches New Model 3 in China, Europe, Middle East
Tesla has launched its new Model 3 in China and it’s showing on the company’s website. It appears earlier leaks were indeed accurate. The starting Model 3 has a 4.4 second 0 to 100 km/h and an estimated CLTC range of 713km for the all wheel drive Dual Motor version. There’s a front camera in […]
Tesla’s Giga Shanghai Factory: Behind-the-Scenes Look [VIDEO]
In an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Tesla’s Giga Shanghai Factory, a rare glimpse at the production process of the Tesla Model Y was shown to South Korean YouTube channel, MOCAR (via @Tslachan). The nearly 18-minute video showcases the production process of a Model Y. It is definitely a sight to behold. Here are some of […]
Tesla Cuts Prices of Model S and Model X in China
Tesla has announced significant price cuts for its Model S and Model X vehicles in China. On the company’s Weibo account on Wednesday, Tesla said the Model X is now priced at 836,900 Chinese yuan ($114,677), down from its original 898,900 yuan. Similarly, the Model S now retails at 754,900 yuan, a decrease from the […]
Tesla Cuts Model Y Pricing in China, Debuts Model 3 Perk
Tesla has cut the prices of its Model Y compact crossover SUV in China, as of August 13, 2023. The price cuts only apply to the Model Y Long Range and Performance variants. The announcement, made on Weibo, detailed the price drops (via @Tslachan): Model Y Long Range: 313,900 CNY to 299,900 CNY (roughly $41,460 […]
Tesla Model S/X Seatbelt and Camera Recall Extends to China
Tesla has announced the recall of a total of 271 imported Model S and Model X electric vehicles (EVs) in China. The recall is being conducted to address issues related to seat belt and camera installations that could potentially pose safety hazards, reports CnEVPost. You may recall back in July, Tesla issued a similar recall […]
Tesla China Preps Model 3 ‘Highland’ for September: Rumour
Tesla’s Giga Shanghai is gearing up its “Highland” Model 3 launch, according to a series of tweets shared by Tesla China Analyst (@teslashanghai) on August 3, 2023. The automaker has already reportedly started trial production of the Model 3 refresh, and mass deliveries are slated to begin in September. This timeline is notably ahead of […]
Tesla Lures Shanghai Customers with $420 Shopping Vouchers
Tesla has launched a new incentive program in Shanghai, offering shopping vouchers worth 3,000 yuan ($420) to new customers. This initiative is a part of a broader local government program designed to stimulate consumption and revitalize the economy. The automaker plans to distribute these vouchers to 3,000 customers who order and register either a Model […]
Tesla’s China-Made EV Sales in July Surge 128% Year-Over-Year
Tesla’s sales of China-made electric vehicles (EVs) experienced a significant 128% year-over-year increase in July, even as the company faced a month-on-month drop of 31%, according to data from the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA). The automaker sold 64,285 China-made EVs in July, up from 28,217 in the same month last year. The increase is […]
Tesla Files Registration for ‘Highland’ Model 3/Y in China
Tesla has filed paperwork with the Chinese government for the approval of its redesigned ‘Highland’ Model 3 and Model Y. The news, while not officially announced by Tesla, suggests we may be getting close to the debut of these refreshed vehicles. Amy @SF___Tahoe, a Tesla investor and enthusiast, shared her excitement on social media, stating, […]
Tesla Vehicles Banned from China’s World University Games: Report
In a move that underscores the ongoing tension between Tesla and Chinese authorities, the electric vehicle manufacturer’s cars have been barred from certain parts of Chengdu, a major city in southwest China. The ban comes as the city prepares for a visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping for the commencement of the World University Games […]
