Tesla CEO Elon Musk said that his company will build first European plant for the production of electric cars in Berlin. In addition, Tesla will create a specialized engineering and design centers in the German capital.
Previously, Musk said that he is going to start production of cars in Europe in 2021.
These steps are caused by the fact that Tesla, which has recently invested heavily in a Chinese factory, is facing a growing competition in the market of electric vehicles.
According to the Mask, his plant will be located near the new Berlin airport.
He said in his Twitter that the European company will collect batteries, powertrains and vehicles starting with model Y.
Will build batteries, powertrains & vehicles, starting with Model Y
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) November 12, 2019
Elon Musk in a hurry to Europe the growing demand of electric vehicles in this region of the world. the Wound was reported that in the coming years in Germany, France, Spain and Italy will be built large factories for the production of electric vehicles.
in addition, about 16 large enterprises for the production of lithium-ion batteries are currently under construction and should start in Europe by 2023.
