A replacement Model Y is allegedly being prepared by Tesla under the codename "Project Juniper." It might include an improved powertrain and an entirely new design.
According to reports, under the codename "Project Juniper," Tesla is getting ready to release a revamped Model Y in 2019. The announcement follows rumors that the business was planning a major redesign of its entry-level Model 3 sedan, which is beginning to age. The redesigned Model 3, code-named "Project Highland," is scheduled to go on sale in September 2023, while its official release year may be 2024. According to reports, the change would assist Tesla in lowering the cost of manufacturing the Model 3 vehicle after the business was obliged to execute Recent price reductions have been made in response to heightened competition from both domestic and foreign businesses.
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As part of its aspirations to expand its current range with new looks and features, it has been stated that Tesla is now working on a complete redesign of its Model Y crossover. According to reports, the new Model Y will have a revised body, updated interiors, and an improved powertrain, making it more appealing than the current model, which recently underwent a significant $13,000 price reduction. According to the Reuters article, production of the new model is anticipated to begin in October 2024, and Tesla is reportedly already seeking updated quotations from suppliers for external and interior parts.NEWS: The investigation into the Tesla Model Y crash in Chaozhou from November has concluded (video below). The investigation found that the accelerator was pressed 100% of the time & that the brakes were never applied. It was driver error. Autopilot was not engaged. pic.twitter.com/EV6LQfGoRH
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Arrival of the updated Model Y in 2024
It's not yet obvious exactly how "Juniper" would change from the current model, but it could increase the consistency across various models of the vehicle made in various parts of the world. One such modification would see the business supply a structural battery pack with all models of the car rather than just a few of the ones created at the Austin Gigafactory. Tesla now produces the Model Y in all of its facilities, including those in Austin, Shanghai, and Berlin.
The new Model 3 is rumored to begin manufacturing in the third quarter of this year, while the updated Model Y is only anticipated to begin production next year. According to Reuters, the revamp will affect the Model 3's exterior and drivetrain, suggesting that it could be a significant update similar to the upcoming Model Y. The main goal of the revisions is likely to be cost-cutting, but customers will also be looking for new hardware and significant design improvements.
In a report from January 2023, After the Ford F-Series, Chevrolet Silverado, Ram Pickup, Toyota RAV4 and Toyota Camry in terms of overall sales, it is now the best-selling EV in the United States and the sixth best-selling car overall. The Model Y is already a huge hit with consumers; the additional modifications may only increase its appeal in the upcoming years.
Source: Reuters
