Tesla commences allocating VIN numbers for Model Y cars from the Giga Berlin factory to customers in Canada
Tesla Begins Delivering Model Y Vehicles from Germany to Canada
Tesla has made a significant move in its Canadian operations, as it begins assigning Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) to Model Y vehicles produced at its Gigafactory Berlin in Germany. This shift marks a change from the previous supply chain, where Model Y units were primarily sourced from Fremont, California, or Giga Shanghai.
The decision to import Model Y vehicles from Germany comes as a result of tariff-related reasons, with deliveries to Canada expected to occur within the next several weeks. This aligns with Tesla's previously listed September-October estimated delivery windows for new orders.
The price adjustment and expanded options strongly suggest that Tesla will be sourcing Model Y units from Germany's Gigafactory. In early July, Tesla lowered the price of the Model Y Long Range All-Wheel Drive in Canada by $20,000, bringing it down to $64,990. Additionally, the company introduced the new Diamond Black paint option for the Model Y in Canada, which had only been available in the U.S. until then.
The news comes as a relief to Canadian customers who have been waiting for clarity on delivery timelines after months of pricing uncertainty and supply questions. Canadian buyers have started receiving notifications through the Tesla app that their Model Y VINs have been allocated. A VIN assignment is typically one of the final steps before delivery, indicating that shipments from Germany may have already begun or are in transit.
Giga Berlin, Tesla's German factory, has been ramping up production. It recently hit milestones such as producing its 100,000th refresh Model Y. The increased output capacity and proximity to major shipping routes make it well-positioned to serve Canada while balancing supply in Europe.
However, the shift in supply chain comes amidst a cooling trend in EV adoption in Canada due to rising costs and reduced federal and provincial incentives. Despite this, the Model Y, an electric SUV exclusively produced by Giga Berlin, remains a popular choice among Canadian consumers.
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In a positive development, the 2026 Tesla Model Y from Giga Berlin has been approved for Quebec's $4,000 EV rebate. This rebate could help to offset some of the costs associated with EV ownership, making the Model Y a more attractive option for Canadian consumers.
As Tesla continues to expand its operations and introduce new models, it will be interesting to see how the company adapts to changing market conditions and consumer preferences. The shift in Model Y deliveries to Canada from U.S. supply to European imports is a significant step in this direction, and it will be exciting to see how this move impacts Tesla's Canadian market share in the coming months.
