Tesla Model Y Not Coming in 2019
Tesla CEO Elon Musk somewhat cleared the air on the upcoming Model Y crossover.
Amid strange comments and dismissing some questions altogether, Musk did manage to share some real information about the company. He dismissed a Reuters report that claimed Tesla was planning to begin production of the Model Y in November 2019, saying “The Reuters report is based on nothing. We will not be starting production of Model Y next year.” Instead, you can expect the new crossover to start closer to two years from now, making early 2020 a more likely prospect.
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Musk also clarified that the company hasn’t decided where the Model Y will be built yet, but it definitely won’t be made in Fremont. The American automaker plans on making a decision on a second Tesla factory possibly next quarter, but no later than fourth quarter.
Tesla is also expected to announce the location of a new Gigafactory in China. Musk said that all future Gigafactories will incorporate vehicle production, suggesting Tesla will start producing vehicles in China.
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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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Surprise Surprise. They are cashless and rudderless just like ISIS. What a difference two years makes.
I want Tesla to succeed. Maybe Elon Musk needs to lie low and focus on making the company money. I realize its all a distraction. I wish he would shut his mouth.