Tesla Projects Positive Year for German Factory Despite Market Challenges

The Grünheide plant overcomes setbacks and protests, maintaining optimism about future growth and production capacity.

Tesla's Grünheide factory expects a positive year despite a declining German electric vehicle market, with production serving 37 global markets.
The plant faced disruptions in 2024, including a power supply attack, protests, and regional instability affecting supply chains.
Tesla has paused expansion plans for the Grünheide site due to market uncertainties but states production can still increase without additional infrastructure.
The company highlights workforce investments, including permanent contracts for temporary workers and a 4% wage increase, though it resists union-backed collective agreements.
Environmental concerns persist, with Tesla reducing water consumption and finalizing a new wastewater agreement, while addressing criticism from local activists and residents.