Tesla Model 3 production in Gigafactory 3 to hit 3k/week after 2019 start, says Shanghai official

By Simon Alvarez Posted on July 3, 2019 The idea of Tesla producing the Model 3 at Gigafactory 3 in Shanghai before the end of the year is starting to become more and more realistic. With Gigafactory 3’s Phase 1 construction now completed, a Shanghai official has stated that the massive factory will begin producing …

Tesla Gigafactory 3’s substation rises ahead of target Model 3 production

By Simon Alvarez Posted on June 24, 2019 With Gigafactory 3’s Phase 1 buildout completed, Tesla’s electric car production facility continues to evolve.  Recent drone flyovers of the expansive Shanghai site have even revealed that a substation is currently being built. Sightings of workers with ABB Robotics uniforms in the area also hint at sections …

Tesla’s owner-volunteers from China mobilize to help end-of-Q2 deliveries

By Simon Alvarez Posted on June 17, 2019 Tesla’s second-quarter deliveries in China are getting a rather unexpected boost, thanks to a number of electric car owners who are volunteering their time to help the company hand over as many vehicles as possible before the end of the month. Tesla is currently attempting to set …