Tesla’s ‘affordable’ Model 3 and Y debut
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Tesla's Battery Day showcased significant advancements in engineering, manufacturing, and battery technology, highlighting the new Plaid Model S and a future $25,000 electric vehicle. The event revealed three key takeaways that extend beyond just batteries.
Thanks to significant upgrades to its battery technology, Tesla's 2026 Model 3 will be capable of a WLTP range of 750km (in Long Range Rear Wheel Drive
A new battery storage power plant near Alvin boasts its aim to improve ERCOT grid reliability, and Tesla's battery product is being used as key equipment on the project.
Tesla Giga Shanghai's only needs ~2.5 hours to build a Model YL end-to-end. This is a 75% reduction from Tesla's pre-2023 internal KPIs of 8-10 hours,