Tesla, Six-seater version of Model Y It has decided to start production in China by the end of 2025. In the Tesla factory in Shanghai Model Y production The intention is to increase capacity.

According to sources who did not want to be named, Tesla It told its suppliers to prepare for increased production. However, details of this plan have not yet been made public. It is stated that the plant is located on a 70-hectare site, pending approval for expansion.

New Competitors in China and Tesla’s Strategies

Model Ywas launched in 2020 and is currently being revamped as part of a project called ‘Juniper’. Tesla is focusing on this revamp process and is also developing self-driving vehicle technology and technology in the US. robotaxi It is also focusing on its projects. On the other hand, domestic competitors in China introduced four new models with larger interiors and affordable prices to challenge the Model Y. Among these models, Nio’s Onvo L60 and Zeekr’s 7X stand out.

This refreshed version will be released in early 2025, not this year as originally planned. The Model Y remains the best-selling vehicle across all engine types in China. Tesla will be in China by the end of this year Fully automatic driving It aims to increase its sales by introducing this feature and expects that Model Y will further enhance its competitiveness in the market with this new feature.