Tesla Commits to European Supercharger Expansion
Tesla has committed to expanding its Supercharger locations and service centers in Europe as it continues to grow worldwide.
At the Geneva Motor Show, the American electric automaker announced that it will open over 30 new service centers and stores across the continent while rapidly expanding its Supercharger network so Model S drivers can travel long distances across Europe for free.
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Last year, Tesla delivered 22,477 vehicles to customers worldwide and expects that by the end of this year, its combined sales in Europe and Asia will be almost twice as high as sales in North America alone. Right-hand-drive versions of the Tesla Model S is expected to arrive in the UK shortly, which is part of the automaker’s projected growth in Europe.
“By the end of this year, we expect you will be able to travel almost anywhere in Europe using only Superchargers,” said Tesla co-founder and CEO Elon Musk.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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