Tesla resumes importing components from China
After a 90-day truce between the US and China, Tesla plans to resume importing critical components for its electric vehicles. This became possible after both sides reduced customs tariffs. However, as sources report, Elon Musk intentionally avoids publicizing this information due to President Trump’s controversial stance on trade policy.
According to insiders, the supply of parts for future Cybercab and Semi models will begin by the end of this month. Trial production of the Cybercab will start in October, with mass production scheduled for 2026. This model is expected to become the foundation for a robotaxi service.
Details about new models
Little is known about the Cybercab’s specifications: it will be a compact two-seater car without a traditional steering wheel or pedals. Sources report a battery smaller than 50 kWh, providing a range of approximately 300 miles (483 km).
“Tariffs harmed our investments in the US,” stated Tesla CFO Vaibhav Taneja.
As for the Semi truck, its full-scale production will begin next year at a new facility in Nevada. This site will significantly expand the company’s manufacturing capacity.
Despite sharing many views with Trump, Musk remains a proponent of free trade. As reported by media, he even attempted to persuade the president to reduce tariffs, but without success. Customs restrictions, as it turned out, complicated Tesla’s production expansion in America, as the company had to import equipment from China.