Tesla has begun deliveries for its Mannequin Y crossover SUV, the corporate introduced on Twitter Monday, matching analyst expectations on timing.

Tesla's announcement comes as many corporations are being pressured to revise their product timelines, and shift their manufacturing plans because the COVID-19 pandemic shuts down regular enterprise operations world wide.

The accomplishment marks a win for Tesla, which has beforehand fallen wanting self-imposed, begin of supply deadlines. Customers have posted photos and feedback to Tesla Motors Membership, a significant on-line discussion board for Tesla homeowners, indicating that they've obtained their Mannequin Y autos, or scheduled deliveries quickly, even amidst the pandemic.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk instructed shareholders on the corporate's third-quarter earnings name that Tesla was "forward of schedule on Mannequin Y preparations in Fremont, and...