Record High Again! Tesla Shanghai Factory Deliveries Break 85,000 in May

At the beginning of each month, major automakers reveal their report cards, and the "good student" Tesla is no exception.

According to the latest data from the China Passenger Car Association, Tesla Shanghai Factory deliveries in May exceeded 85,000 units, the highest single-month delivery this year.

This Tesla Shanghai Gigafactory was established in Lingang in 2019, completing the entire process of groundbreaking, production launch, and delivery in that year. It is now already Tesla's global production powerhouse, contributing more than half of the brand's deliveries. Whether sold domestically or exported overseas, most originate from here. The local parts rate exceeds 95%, with a car rolling off the line every 30-plus seconds on average. The so-called "Tesla Speed" is no mere talk.

So, what contributed to this record-breaking delivery this time?

First, the overseas market contributed significantly. The main models Model 3 and Model Y have consistently ranked high in premium pure electric rankings in Thailand, South Korea, Hong Kong and Macao, etc., so demand is naturally substantial.

Returning to the domestic market, regarding auto financing plans, Tesla recently launched an "Easy Loan" service, lowering the purchase threshold and stimulating many hesitant users to place orders.

Additionally, the charging network. Tesla has opened its Superchargers to vehicles of other brands, with over 1,000 stations, starting from 1.5 yuan/kWh, usable nationwide. No matter what brand of car you drive, having an extra charging option on the road allows many consumers hesitant about recharging to put their worries aside.

To be honest, in the current highly competitive environment for new energy vehicles, Tesla being able to achieve this result indeed shows some real skill.

However, after capacity and speed increase, the test on quality will be greater. Whether subsequent quality control remains stable is also a concern for many.

Plus, there are many uncertain factors overseas such as policies and tariffs, so export business may not always go smoothly.

So, do you think it can maintain this good performance in the second half of the year? Let's chat in the comments.