UK Market Loses Model X and S
Tesla has made the decision to discontinue production of right-hand-drive versions of its Model S saloon and Model X SUV for the UK market. The move comes as a result of the mechanical and logistical complexity involved in converting the vehicles to right-hand drive. Instead, Tesla will focus on offering these models solely as left-hand-drive vehicles, allowing the company to streamline production processes and improve overall quality more effectively.
A representative from Tesla confirmed this decision, stating that customers who currently have reservation orders in the UK will have the option to purchase a left-hand-drive car from existing inventory. Alternatively, they can receive a £2000 credit (€2000 in Ireland) towards a Tesla Model 3 or Model Y, or they can choose to cancel their order altogether.
To provide an opportunity for Model S and Model X reservation holders to experience the left-hand-drive vehicles, Tesla has launched events in London between May 28 and June 30, allowing customers to test drive these models.
The transition to offering left-hand-drive cars in the UK market also means that customers can now place orders for the high-performance Plaid models, which were previously limited to the standard dual-motor cars since their unveiling in 2021. The current stock of Model S Plaid in the UK is priced from £114,930, while the X Plaid starts from £124,780.
It’s worth noting that Tesla has not yet fully scaled production of the updated Model S and Model X, as it has for their smaller counterparts, the Model 3 and Model Y. In fact, the company produced significantly more Model 3 and Model Y vehicles in 2022, with 1,298,434 units compared to just 71,177 units of the Model S and Model X. In the first quarter of 2023, Tesla built 421,371 Model 3s and Ys, along with 19,437 Model Ss and Xs.
While Tesla’s decision to discontinue right-hand-drive versions of the Model S and Model X may disappoint some UK customers, it is a strategic move by the company to optimize production and enhance efficiency. By focusing on left-hand-drive vehicles, Tesla aims to better meet demand, improve quality control, and provide customers with a more seamless experience. As the electric vehicle market continues to evolve, Tesla remains committed to offering innovative and high-performing vehicles to its customers in the UK and beyond.
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