Brexit Be Damned: Rumors Abound That Tesla Is Looking To Build A Site In The UK

The rumor that Tesla is looking for a location for a factory in the UK is gaining traction as there are now local reports that Musk went to visit the UK last weekend.

Last week, we reported on local reports in the UK that Tesla was working with the government to look for a site to build an “electric vehicle (EV) research, development, and manufacturing plant.”

The Department for International Trade (DIT) confirmed that it is looking for a site for a facility-related to electric vehicles, but they didn’t say it was for Tesla.

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atc98092 - 6/9/2020 1:58:35 PM

+4 Boost

Might make sense. Build a plant there and use it to supply all RHD markets.

USNA1999 - 6/9/2020 6:38:10 PM

+3 Boost

Great business decision for Tesla.

supermoto - 6/9/2020 9:19:09 PM

+1 Boost

In other words, Telsa is seeking a free factory in another location.

qwertyfla1 - 6/10/2020 9:37:55 AM

+1 Boost

Why build in the UK with the heavy Union mafia mentality and expense factor when neighboring EU countries offer much cheaper labor rates -ditto Germany? Not getting the logic here. What is my simpleton, meth brain missing? RHD/LHD cars can easily be made on the same line with modern day robotics...