Tesla teases 'Model Y' small SUV electric car for 2019

Michael Holder
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Elon Musk gives first glimpse of electric car mooted to go on sale from 2019 at annual Tesla shareholder meeting

Tesla has given an early glimpse of its forthcoming 'Model Y' estate passenger car at its annual shareholder meeting, as well as hinting at future plans to develop an electric truck. Presenting to shareholders...

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