Tesla to start pilot production of Model 3 cars on Feb 20: sources

Detroit

TESLA Inc has told suppliers it planned to begin test-building its Model 3 sedans on Feb 20, according to sources, a move that could allay concerns about the company meeting its target to start production in July.

The sources did not know how many of the highly anticipated vehicles Tesla aimed to build in February, but it would likely be a small number to test the assembly system and the quality of vehicle parts.