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In anticipation of regulatory lag, Tesla plans to develop more conventional versions of their vehicles—possibly a new compact, cheaper car with a steering wheel and pedals—designed specifically to meet regional laws in markets like Europe and China. This flexibility will ensure Tesla maintains production momentum regardless of legal delays.
Scaling Production: Production targets and challenges
Tesla provided detailed projections for vehicle output:
2026: approximately 2.6–2.7 million units
2027: around 4 million units
2028: over 5 million units