Tesla Stock Heads for Weekly Gain. Why This China Graphite Tariff Could Affect EV Prices.

China's Ministry of State Security says it is cracking down on alleged smuggling of rare earths materials that it says threaten national security.

The six or seven-seat crossover is a growing market in China. Will the three-row Model Y be enough to compete?

China has put export restrictions on technologies critical for producing electric vehicle batteries, in a move to consolidate its dominance in the sector that has contributed to the country’s lead in the global EV race.

As Tesla’s sales decline following Musk’s forays into US politics and amid a lack of new models, BYD has overtaken it to become the world’s largest manufacturer of EVs. Its annual revenues surpassed $100 billion for the first time in 2024.

According to a report by CarNewsChina, Tesla is getting ready to launch a new variant of the Model 3 in China. A filing with the country’s ministry of industry and information technology (MIIT) reveals the

The Model Y L is 4,976 millimeters long (196 inches), which makes it about 179 mm (7.0 inches) longer than the regular Model Y. Its 1,920 mm width is identical to the five-seater version but the 1,668 mm height makes it about 40 mm taller. The 3,040 mm wheelbase (120 inches) also makes it about 50 mm longer (2.0 inches) between the axles.

Tesla has reportedly started production of a six-seat variant of the refreshed Model Y at Giga Shanghai, and it has a longer wheelbase and a distinct body style

Tesla has unveiled a new and improved version of its Model Y that brings more comfort, more performance and a longer wheelbase.