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Tesla disputes report claiming low production at Giga Berlin
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Tesla's Giga Berlin factory produced over 200,000 vehicles in 2025, according to plant manager Andre Thierig, countering a media report that estimated output at around 149,000 units. The dispute arises amid declining Model Y sales in Europe and tensions ahead of works council elections. Thierig highlighted quarterly production increases and future expansion plans.
Tesla has advertised a senior electrical design engineer position at Gigafactory Berlin, marking the first such Cybercab-related hardware role in Europe. The role focuses on developing circuit boards for autonomous robotaxi vehicles. The job posting highlights work on low-voltage hardware systems.
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In a video interview with Giga Berlin plant manager André Thierig, Tesla CEO Elon Musk detailed expansions including battery production, Cybercab robotaxis, Semi trucks, and Optimus robots—but warned plans depend on the factory avoiding IG Metall influence in upcoming works council elections, amid production drops and slumping European sales. He assured the site would not close.