CEO Elon Musk said its new Model Y variant, launched in China, may never enter production domestically, citing the rise of self-driving vehicles.

Tesla is quietly walking back one of the more polarizing changes it introduced with the updated Model 3 Highland.

China is one of the largest EV markets in the world and an important market for Tesla. Competition is increasing and a smartphone company is the latest to challenge Tesla.

The first "World Humanoid Robot Games" wrapped up Sunday. Humanoid athletes competed in dance battles, martial arts, track and field events such as the 400-meter and 1500-meter races and long jump, and soccer.

Tesla China has priced its six-seat Model Y variant about 30 per cent higher than its basic edition and has started accepting orders from customers who prefer spacious, long-range electric vehicles (EVs) for family use.

Tesla is shipping the Model 3 in China with a turn signal stalk while also offering it as a retrofit to owners who have already taken delivery of their vehicles