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Tesla already takes over 10% of Canada’s Chinese EV import quota in first window
Tesla has quickly taken advantage of Canada’s new Chinese EV import quota system, accounting for over 10% of the total quota in the first allocation window. According to Global Affairs Canada data, 2,910 EVs have been imported from China under this system, nearly all Tesla Model 3 vehicles produced at Giga Shanghai. The current quota allows up to 24,500 Chinese EVs to be imported until August 31, 2026, and Tesla has already used about 12% of this allocation. The large arrival of Model 3s at Canadian delivery centers shows Tesla is securing inventory while quota space remains, potentially consu
- Tesla imported 2,910 Chinese EVs in Canada’s first quota window
- Quota allows up to 24,500 Chinese EVs until August 2026
🔎 Why it matters: Canada’s Chinese EV quota system and the Tesla Model 3 from Giga Shanghai explain Tesla’s rapid use of 12% of the available quota.
📈 Upside: Tesla secures inventory in Canada by utilizing the quota before it fills up.
📉 Risk: The Canadian government may cap Tesla’s quota due to its fast consumption.
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