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Tesla China Launches Free FSD Transfer Policy

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 Giga Shanghai Milestone: 1 Million Model Y Cars Made

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’s Domestic Sales in China Jump 75% in June Versus May

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 […]

Tesla and Chinese Automakers Retract Pricing Pledge

In a surprising turn of events, the China Association of Auto Manufacturers (CAAM) has withdrawn a pledge made by 16 automakers, including Tesla, Nio, Li Auto, and Xpeng, to abstain from “abnormal pricing”.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 […]
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Tesla Reportedly Laying Off Some Battery Workers at Giga Shanghai

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 Launches Cash Bonus for New Buyers in China

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 Joins Chinese Automakers in Pledge to End Price War

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 […]
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Tesla’s China Deliveries Make Up Over 50% of its Global Sales in Q2

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 to Hit Record Quarterly Sales in China: Analysts

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 Encourages Chinese Suppliers to Open Factories in Mexico: Report

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 […]

Chinese Startup Claims EV Battery Tech Beats Cold Weather

Greater Bay Technology, a Chinese battery startup, has announced a breakthrough development that could transform the electric vehicle (EV) industry – an all-weather battery capable of maintaining power and range even in the harshest cold climates. Dubbed the Phoenix, the novel cell is designed with superconducting materials and integrated with cutting-edge thermal management technology. According […]

Tesla’s China Sales Increased 142% Year-Over-Year in May

Tesla demonstrated solid growth in its China operations, with a 142% year-on-year surge in sales, as reported by the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) on Monday. In May, Tesla delivered 77,695 EVs made in its Shanghai factory, reflecting a modest 2.4% monthly increase from April’s figures. The remarkable annual growth comes in contrast to the […]

Tesla to Unveil New Model 3 with Elon Musk in China, Says Report

In the first visit to Tesla’s Shanghai factory in years, CEO Elon Musk is expected to offer an early preview of the company’s updated Model 3 sedan, according to sources who wished to remain anonymous, reports Bloomberg. The unveiling, which is set to take place on Thursday, will showcase the first off-the-line prototypes of the […]

Tesla Software Update to Fix Brake Concerns in 1.1M Cars in China

Tesla is set to launch its largest-ever “recall” in China, targeting a software flaw in over 1.1 million vehicles. The issue, concerning the regenerative braking system, can be fixed via an over-the-air (OTA) update. The so-called “recall” is slated to begin on May 29, 2023, reports CnEVPost. The over-the-air software fix will apply to both […]