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Electric vehicles, drones reshape future military mobility; Tesla China business sale rumours
Electrification and unmanned systems are gaining ground in military mobility as warfare changes, with Ukraine introducing an electric motorcycle that can charge drones and the U.S. Department of Defense moving to develop reusable bomber drones. Separately, speculation has grown over a possible separation of Tesla’s China business, though Elon Musk denied it was discussed. Tesla also opened 10 Supercharger sites in Japan’s Kyushu region for free after a strong quake.
Mobility
Tesla China business spin-off rumours spread; Musk says \'never discussed\'
Elon Musk denied reports that Tesla is preparing to split its U.S. and China operations, writing on X that the issue was never discussed and calling it fake news. The controversy grew after the Wall Street Journal reported executives were told to prepare for scenarios including a spinoff, sale or closure. The report cited efforts to draw clearer boundaries between the two businesses amid geopolitical risks.
Mobility
Tesla launches six-seat Model Y L in South Korea from 64.99 million won
Tesla Korea will introduce the long-wheelbase, three-row, six-seat electric SUV Model Y L to the domestic market from April 3. The launch comes as sales of the Model S and Model X have been halted, in a strategic lineup reshuffle positioning the Model Y L as a new main model. The Model Y L is longer and has an extended wheelbase, with a redesigned six-seat interior. Prices start at 64.99 million won.
