TESLA BRINGS CHINESE MODEL 3S TO CANADA AT RECORD LOW

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SAT, MAY 2, 2026

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Tesla has begun selling Chinese-manufactured Model 3s in Canada, pricing the Premium Rear-Wheel Drive variant at $39,490 CAD (approximately $29,000 USD)—the lowest price point ever for the vehicle.

The vehicles are produced at Tesla's Giga Shanghai factory and represent a significant price reduction compared to previous Model 3 offerings in the Canadian market. The move leverages Tesla's established manufacturing capacity in China to expand affordability across North America. The $39,490 CAD starting price undercuts previous Model 3 entry points, making the vehicle more accessible to cost-conscious EV buyers in Canada. Production efficiency gains at Giga Shanghai have enabled Tesla to reduce manufacturing costs while maintaining margins. This expansion marks Tesla's continued strategy of using its global manufacturing network to optimize pricing by region. The Chinese-made vehicles meet Canadian market requirements and regulatory standards.

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