Will Tesla Model S be domestically produced?

[DelIsla]

Tesla Model S is not domestically produced. Tesla Model S is a mid-to-large luxury car under the Tesla brand, and it is a pure electric vehicle. Tesla is a pure electric vehicle manufacturer originating from Silicon Valley, USA. Tesla's vehicle lineup includes Model 3, Model S, Model X, and Model Y. More details about Model S are as follows: 1. Tesla Model S has two versions: one is the Long Range version, and the other is the Performance version. Both the Long Range and Performance versions are dual-motor vehicles. Tesla Model S has one motor on the front axle and another on the rear axle. 2. The front motor of the Long Range version has a maximum power of 202 kW and a maximum torque of 404 Nm. The rear motor has a maximum power of 285 kW and a maximum torque of 440 Nm. The front motor of the Performance version has a maximum power of 202 kW and a maximum torque of 404 Nm. The rear motor has a maximum power of 375 kW and a maximum torque of 650 Nm. 3. Tesla Model S uses ternary lithium batteries across the entire lineup. These batteries represent the future trend, as most pure electric vehicles use them. Ternary lithium batteries have higher energy density and are lighter in weight. The cathode of ternary lithium batteries is made from ternary materials. 4. Tesla Model S features a double-wishbone independent suspension at the front and a multi-link independent suspension at the rear. The double-wishbone suspension enhances the car's handling and driving feel.

[McAmir]

The topic of domestic production for Tesla Model S has been drawing much attention lately. From what I understand, premium models like the Model S and Model X are still being manufactured at US factories. The Shanghai Gigafactory currently focuses on Model 3 and Model Y production - these volume-sellers have seen significant price drops after localization, with exceptionally strong sales. As for the Model S, being a flagship model with relatively low production volume, imported units suffice. Coupled with the high costs of restarting production lines, domestic manufacturing seems unlikely in the near term. However, should demand for premium EVs surge dramatically in the Chinese market someday, Tesla might reconsider its production line strategy.

[Matt]

Personally, I think the possibility of Model S being domestically produced is quite low. Tesla's current strategy is very clear: the Shanghai factory is dedicated to producing high-volume, affordable models to fully leverage supply chain and cost advantages. For a premium car like the Model S, which is priced around 700,000 to 800,000 RMB, even if it were domestically produced, it might only be cheaper by about 100,000 RMB. However, the sales volume simply wouldn't justify the cost of retooling the production line. Moreover, the efficiency of the U.S. factories is already quite high and can fully meet global demand. If we're talking about domestic production, it would be more realistic to expect a facelift of the Model 3 or a new affordable model instead.

[McMarcus]

From a technical perspective, the Model S is indeed difficult to localize in the short term. The new Model S Plaid version uses a three-motor system, and the battery pack is also specially designed. The production lines at the Shanghai factory are all built according to the specifications of the Model 3/Y, and significant investment would be required to reconfigure them. Additionally, the technology for high-end components is more mature in the U.S., and relocating them would involve restructuring the supply chain. The experience with the localized Model 3 has shown that initial quality control adjustments take considerable time. Unless Tesla is truly committed to producing its full lineup in China, the priority for localizing flagship models like the Model S is not high.