Tesla could open factory in Europe, Musk says

The Model S, shown, is currently Tesla's only vehicle.The automaker expects to launch an electric SUV next year.

June 12, 2014 05:00 AM

LONDON -- Tesla Motors is planning to build a factory in Europe once sales of its electric cars reach 160,000 a year in the region, CEO Elon Musk said.

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