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 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 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 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, […]
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 […]
Tesla China has announced it has launched a time-limited Full Self-Driving (FSD) transfer policy. While Tesla has not launched FSD in China yet, the company still lets customers purchase the software at 64,000 RMB ($8,900 USD), while Enhanced Autopilot is also available at 32,000 RMB (via @Tslachan). Only FSD is allowed to be transferred to […]
Tesla announced on Wednesday it has reached a new milestone at its Giga Shanghai factory in China. The efficient and productive Giga Shanghai has made its 1 millionth Model Y electric compact SUV. An image shared by @ChrisZheng001 shows Tesla employees surrounding a Model Y, while a battery celebrates the 1 million milestone. Employees are […]
Tesla China reported sales of 93,680 electric vehicles (EVs) in June, with 19,468 units destined for export, as per recent data published by the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA). This data released on Monday showed Tesla delivered 74,212 vehicles in China for the month of June, marking a 4.78% decline from the same month last […]
In a surprising turn of events, the China Association of Auto Manufacturers (CAAM) has withdrawn a pledge made by 16 automakers, including Tesla, Nio, Li Auto, and Xpeng, to abstain from “abnormal pricing”. The pledge, organized by CAAM and made just two days prior, was seen by some as an indication of a ceasefire in […]
Tesla is reportedly laying off some battery production workers at its Giga Shanghai plant, according to sources familiar with the matter, speaking with Bloomberg. This move comes amidst a fierce price war in China, where car manufacturers are heavily discounting their vehicles. The US electric carmaker began notifying employees on the cell assembly lines of […]
Tesla has announced a new incentive for prospective buyers in China, the world’s largest market for electric vehicles (EVs). The company will offer a cash bonus equivalent to nearly $500 to new buyers of its top-selling EVs if they are referred by an existing owner, starting on July 7, 2023. The cash rebate of 3,500 […]
Tesla and 15 Chinese automakers vowed to steer clear of abnormal pricing and promote “core socialist values” at an industry conference in Shanghai. The move comes just months after Tesla initiated a price war that sent shockwaves through China’s electric-vehicle industry. The automakers, including Tesla, pledged to contribute to China’s economic growth and to maintain […]
Tesla’s production in China has seen a remarkable uptick, growing almost 20% in June and helping the company’s record-breaking quarterly sales performance. According to preliminary data from the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) on Tuesday, Tesla’s output from Gigafactory Shanghai was a total of 93,680 cars in June 2023. This figure marks a significant increase […]
Tesla is gearing up for another record-breaking quarter in China, with an anticipated sale of around 155,000 vehicles between April and June, marking a 13% surge from the first quarter. This bullish forecast, however, is shadowed by the growing challenge from domestic competitors such as BYD, as per analysts. Despite the impressive sales projection, Tesla’s […]
Tesla is reportedly encouraging numerous Chinese suppliers to establish factories in Mexico, reports unnamed sources speaking to 36kr. The urgency of this transition, according to industry insiders, lies in Tesla’s ambitious plan to emulate its efficient Giga Shanghai overseas. Tesla suppliers, including the Xusheng Group, have already revealed intentions to build factories in Mexico this […]
