Nummi was a joint venture between General Motors Co. and Toyota
Although production of the Model S sedan is not expected to begin
contestant until 2012, Tesla spokeswoman Khobi Brooklyn said new equipment needed to make electric cars has already been brought in. She said about 70 workers have been hired.
The work force is expected to be around 1,200 when production reaches its peak."This plant was really the one that we always hoped we could get but really didn't think we could ever afford," said Musk.
Nummi was a joint venture between General Motors Co. and Toyota until the Detroit auto giant filed for bankruptcy last year. Tesla is now in a partnership with Toyota.
