EXCLUSIVE: TESLA SETS PRODUCTION RECORD AT GIGA SHANGHAI

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This episode of Tesla Daily focuses heavily on Tesla's August production and sales figures from Giga Shanghai, reporting a new record of 76,605 vehicles produced, surpassing previous records and even exceeding Q2's total production in just two months. The reviewer highlights the impressive ramp-up of the Model Y line, which added 10,000 vehicles per month in output after a short downtime, equating to billions in potential revenue. Despite some downtime for upgrades, Shanghai's production is on track to hit a run rate of nearly 1.05 million vehicles annually. The analysis also touches on domestic sales and exports, noting a continued backlog. Other news includes Tesla expanding hiring for its Megapack factory, Elon Musk's comments on improving Tesla service, and Tesla polling for new Supercharger locations. General automotive news covers a new van production partnership between Mercedes-Benz and Rivian, and GM's EV Equinox details. Finally, there's speculation about potential Starlink connectivity collaboration between SpaceX and Apple.