The American automaker previously confirmed that the base electric vehicle remains in development and continues to evolve. At the same time, there is still no estimated date for the start of serial production, so when exactly the range of Tesla models will be replenished is currently unknown.
The prospect of a more affordable Tesla-branded electric vehicle has been around for longer than many would like to admit, and reports of its development have ranged between encouraging and controversial.
In general, a budget model with a price of up to $25,000 can significantly increase the company's sales. However, the release date of the novelty, which fans have already called Model 2, is currently unknown, and there is no official teaser of the car's appearance.
Carscoops designers, however, created an unofficial interpretation of the model and gave the car a five-door body that resembles both a hatchback and a compact crossover.
The budget model will likely compete with electric hatchbacks like the VW ID.3 and MG4, as well as similar-sized crossovers like the Renault Megane E-Tech and the upcoming Nissan Leaf. However, there is no answer to the question of whether the model will appear at all.