For Tesla, a big hand to restart new Shanghai factory

A Model 3 inside Tesla's factory in Shanghai on Jan. 7. Chinese government officials helped the U.S. carmaker secure scarce supplies that allowed it to reopen the new plant at a time when many rivals were still shut down because of efforts to contain a deadly virus. (REUTERS)

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Bloomberg

March 17, 2020 07:20 PM

After the coronavirus outbreak caused a nationwide shortage of face masks in January, Chinese officials were quick to ensure that Tesla Inc. wouldn’t be left without.

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