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Tesla announced parts shortage as the factor that caused the company to miss its initial sales target for the first quarter of 2016. The company, however, retains its guideline for the full year as it already solved the root of the problem accordingly.

More than 137,000 people have submitted a $1,000 deposit for pre-order of Tesla’s recently unveiled electric car ‘Model 3’. The pre-booking figure suggests Tesla’s ability for achieving its pre-set goal for selling 5,000 cars by 2020. Following the revelation, Tesla stock has been witnessed to increase by 60% during extended hour trading on Wednesday.

In a plan to boost sales, Tesla increased the price of its after sales service. The company also prevent Tesla owners to transfer their extended warranty when reselling their cars.

Tesla denies rumor that the electric car maker will launch two new models in March. However, the company will build a third generation platform for its vehicle to support its sedan and SUV model.

Tesla's stock went up 8.5 percent to $226 after reporting their third quarter earnings where it delivered more cars than expected. Reuters reported that the car company will boost up the production of its electric cars after its Model X SUV saw a strong rollout, bringing its stock up 9 percent even as it reported its biggest loss in ten quarters.