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Tesla’s Model Y Long Range (Y L) has recently received approvals for sale in Australia and the Netherlands, hinting at a broader rollout across Europe and Australia. While the vehicle isn’t yet publicly available, these approvals usually precede sales by a few months.
In Australia, the Y L variant will be offered with both front- and rear-wheel drive options, although pricing remains unconfirmed. Tesla's Shanghai Gigafactory remains the sole production site, but international approvals indicate a likely launch in Q2 2024.
Market Challenges and Tesla’s Strategic Moves
Despite recent market headwinds, Tesla remains active:
- Opening Gigafactory Manchester Trafford in the UK, a massive delivery and refurb hub.