Tesla's Giga Mexico is expected to take 12 to 15 months to build
EsperJohnathan (Edited by Not a Tesla App)
Tesla is set to construct a new Gigafactory in Mexico, with an extended construction timeline of 12 to 15 months. This is longer than the record-breaking nine months it took to build Giga Shanghai but for a good reason. Governor Samuel García Sepúlveda revealed that the longer construction time is due to the company working on a new production line for Tesla's upcoming compact car, which is expected to be a smaller version of the Model Y.
Developing a New Production Line
In an interview with Milenio Televisión, Governor García Sepúlveda explained the reason behind the extended construction period: "In the beginning, there was talk that they wanted to break the nine-month Shanghai record, but with the meetings, we have been having, the model they want to bring out, which is the economic model that is going to be sold massively, is going to require a whole new production line."
The production line is currently in the workshop stage, and the construction will commence once completed. Governor García Sepúlveda revealed that Nuevo León was ready to start in November 2022, awaiting the final rendering of the plant for necessary adjustments. "Since November, when they practically gave us the green light, we moved in turbo, in water, in electricity, in gas, in school and connectors. We are ready, we have to wait for the final render to adapt, polish and start the projects that Nuevo León has been ready to start since November, and as soon as Tesla tells us to go ahead, we will start," he said.
Largest Gigafactory and a New Sustainable City Model
The Governor highlighted that the Santa Catarina plant will not only be Tesla's most enormous, surpassing Texas, but the largest in the world. "This is going to be the largest Gigafactory in dimension worldwide, even bigger, by far, than the one in Texas, which is the biggest today," he said. In addition, the arrival of Tesla in the state will bring a new sustainable and connected city model.
This significant investment will benefit Santa Catarina and neighboring cities and states. García Sepúlveda sees a bright future for Nuevo León, as it is destined to become the world hub of electromobility.
With the construction of the Tesla Gigafactory Mexico underway, the region is poised to become a global center for electromobility and sustainable innovation. While the construction of Tesla Gigafactory Mexico is taking longer than Giga Shanghai, focusing on a new production line for the company's $25k compact car is an exciting development.
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Tesla has officially filed construction permits for its first Semi Megacharger site located near the 405 and 110 freeway corridors in California. This location is just outside Carson, CA, near the Port of Long Beach—one of the busiest ports in the U.S.
The site, located at 19300 S Hamilton Avenue, will primarily feature Megachargers designed to support Tesla’s electric truck fleet. Additionally, Tesla plans to include a small lounge facility with vending machines, restrooms, and other amenities for drivers.
Semi-Public
This site is considered “public” because it’s the first Megacharger location built on publicly accessible land, conveniently situated off a major highway. Previous Megacharger sites have been installed at private corporate facilities, making them inaccessible to the general public.
Despite being in a public location, Tesla plans to keep these Megacharger units exclusive to the Tesla Semi, unlike Superchargers, which are gradually opening to other EV manufacturers. While the Megacharger standard—MCS—is an open standard like NACS, Tesla’s Megachargers will remain off-limits to other trucks.
Megacharger
The Megacharger features a large, square-shaped connector, a sharp contrast to the NACS design. This is due to the unique operating specifications of the MCS connector, which supports charging between 750kW and 1,000kW. This incredible power could potentially add up to 400 miles (of the Semi’s 500-mile range) in just 30 minutes of charging.
With such rapid charging capabilities, the Tesla Semi’s downtime will be drastically reduced, allowing for more efficient operations and less time spent charging.
With volume production expected to begin in late 2025 or early 2026, the Tesla Semi is poised to become one of the company’s biggest products. We’re excited to see more Semis on the road—and hopefully, many more Megacharger sites in the near future.
The Cybertruck has finally received an official crash safety rating—and to the surprise of many critics, it’s outstanding. Tesla has announced that the Cybertruck earned a 5-star Overall Crash Safety Rating from the NHTSA.
Even more remarkable, the Cybertruck holds the lowest overall probability of injury and the lowest rollover risk of any pickup truck ever tested by the agency. Skeptics have long questioned its safety, arguing that its rigid design lacks crumple zones and could endanger occupants. But these results prove otherwise. Let’s break it down!
The Test
Sawyer Merritt
The 2024 and 2025 Tesla Cybertruck—both the AWD and Cyberbeast variants—were tested under the New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) standards, which evaluate vehicle crashworthiness and restraint systems through various types of impacts.
Tesla has long prioritized safety, not only through advancements in active safety with FSD but also by designing vehicles with robust structural protection. The Cybertruck incorporates the Cybercell structural battery and internal crash cans to improve crash performance.
Its front and rear Gigacastings are engineered to channel impact forces into internal structures that collapse, functioning similarly to crumple zones in traditional vehicles. This design directs energy away from occupants and critical components. First, the internal crash cans absorb the force, and if needed, the Gigacasting collapses—both of which are replaceable, making the Cybertruck more repairable when compared to other modern vehicles.
Euro NCAP
Sawyer Merritt
While the Cybertruck has now earned a North American NCAP rating, it has yet to receive a Euro NCAP rating. Tesla has not submitted the Cybertruck for testing in Europe, as its sharp-edged stainless steel panels do not currently meet European regulations.
Tesla does plan to bring the Cybertruck to Europe eventually, but doing so will likely require significant exterior modifications to soften its edges and comply with safety standards. Once those changes are made, the Cybertruck should have no trouble acing the Euro NCAP tests.
After such a long wait, it’s great to finally see the Cybertruck’s crash test results—and with a 5-star rating, Tesla deserves credit for its impressive engineering. Safety has always been a cornerstone of Tesla’s design philosophy, and the Cybertruck continues that tradition as one of the safest vehicles on the road.
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