Musk plans to launch Model Y crossover in early 2020; Tesla losses grow in Q1 Musk plans to launch Model Y crossover in early 2020; Tesla losses grow in Q1 May 2, 2018 dzadmin Comments 0 Comment Tesla could begin production of its Model Y small crossover in early 2020, CEO Elon Musk said. Tesla also said it lost another $785 million during the first quarter — nearly double the $397 million loss from a year ago.