Tesla: News

Tesla is an American electric automobile manufacturer headquartered in Palo Alto, California. Named after the famous scientist and inventor Nikola Tesla, the company was founded in 2003 by Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning. Elon Musk, who had invested major funds at the beginning, took over as the CEO in 2008. In 2009, Tesla began the production of its first car, the Roadster, which was followed by the Model S (sedan), Model X (SUV), Model 3 (sedan), and Model Y (crossover). Apart from the EVs, the company also manufactures battery energy storage, solar panels, as well as solar roof tiles.

25 Mar 2025

Elon Musk

Tesla's EU sales down 47% this February—Musk to blame?

Tesla's EV sales in Europe have plummeted, falling 49% in January and February as compared to the same period last year.

25 Mar 2025

BYD

BYD outsells Tesla: A look at their latest tech innovations

BYD has beaten Tesla in annual revenue for 2024. The Shenzhen-based company's revenue jumped a whopping 29% to an impressive CNY 777 billion ($107 billion).

24 Mar 2025

Elon Musk

Who is Ross Gerber—Tesla investor demanding Musk's resignation as CEO?

Tesla investor Ross Gerber has publicly called for Elon Musk to step down as CEO of the electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer.

23 Mar 2025

Electric Vehicles

Can Tesla thrive in India's competitive EV market?

Tesla's long-speculated entry into India is finally taking shape, with plans for showrooms in Mumbai and Delhi and potential manufacturing in Maharashtra.

23 Mar 2025

Tesla Cybertruck

Tesla Cybertrucks vandalized during New Orleans Mardi Gras parade

In a shocking turn of events, two Tesla Cybertruck owners saw their vehicles vandalized during the Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans.

23 Mar 2025

China

Pentagon launches investigation into leaks following Musk's visit

The Pentagon has launched an investigation, including polygraph tests, to find leakers within its ranks.

22 Mar 2025

India

Why Tesla wants others to make its cars in India

US electric vehicle (EV) giant, Tesla, is said to be looking at a contract manufacturing deal in India as part of its entry strategy.

22 Mar 2025

Donald Trump

Elon Musk offers $100 to Wisconsin voters ahead of election

Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, known for his association with Donald Trump, has launched a cash reward scheme for Wisconsin voters.

Tesla vandalism suspects could face 20 years in prison

Three people accused of vandalizing Tesla's cars, dealerships, and charging stations across the US could face serious legal consequences.

20 Mar 2025

Tesla Cybertruck

Tesla recalls 46,000 Cybertrucks as body panels could fly off

Tesla has started recalling as many as 46,096 Cybertruck vehicles in the US.

19 Mar 2025

Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz cars in India might become costlier from April

Mercedes-Benz is mulling a price hike for its cars in India this April, owing to the continuous depreciation of the Indian Rupee against the Euro.

19 Mar 2025

Elon Musk

This website is doxing Tesla owners across the US

A doxing website called "Dogequest" is exposing the personal information of Tesla owners across the US.

19 Mar 2025

California

Tesla can now offer ride-hailing service in California

Tesla has been granted a transportation charter-party carrier permit by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).

18 Mar 2025

Elon Musk

Tesla halts Cybertruck deliveries as glued panels come apart

Tesla has reportedly put a hold on the delivery of its futuristic Cybertruck after several owners complained about the vehicle's trim pieces coming unglued.

16 Mar 2025

Germany

Tesla under fire for allegedly withholding salaries of sick workers

Tesla is under fire for allegedly withholding salaries of sick employees at its German factory.

15 Mar 2025

Tesla Model Y

Tesla developing cheaper, smaller Model Y to rival Chinese EVs

Tesla is preparing to launch an affordable variant of its best-selling Model Y in China.

15 Mar 2025

Elon Musk

SpaceX's Starship to depart for Mars in 2026

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk recently announced the company's Starship rocket would embark on a journey to Mars at the end of 2026.

14 Mar 2025

Donald Trump

Tesla warns of retaliatory tariffs amid Trump's aggressive trade policies

Tesla has warned that retaliatory tariffs could impact not just itself but also other major American exporters.

12 Mar 2025

Donald Trump

Trump labels attacks on Tesla stores as domestic terrorism

US President Donald Trump has condemned recent acts of vandalism at Tesla showrooms.

12 Mar 2025

Elon Musk

Trump buys Tesla but he isn't allowed to drive—Here's why

US President Donald Trump has got himself a new Tesla car, a red Model S, for roughly $80,000.

11 Mar 2025

Elon Musk

Kia Motors deletes controversial ad mocking 'crazy' Elon Musk

Kia Motors has removed an advertisement that featured one of its electric vehicles with a bumper sticker ridiculing Tesla owner Elon Musk.

11 Mar 2025

Elon Musk

World's richest person, Elon Musk, has lost $132B this year

Elon Musk, the richest man on the planet, has seen his fortune plummet this year.

11 Mar 2025

Donald Trump

Trump says he's buying a Tesla car to support Musk

US President Donald Trump has said he will buy a new Tesla car to support Elon Musk.

11 Mar 2025

Elon Musk

Tesla shares crash 15%, now down over 50% since December

Tesla's stock has taken a major hit, falling 15.4% to close at $222.15 on Monday in the US. This is the electric vehicle manufacturer's toughest trading day since September 2020.

10 Mar 2025

Elon Musk

How anger toward Musk is fueling attacks on Tesla facilities 

In recent days, Tesla facilities across the United States have been hit by a wave of violent protests and attacks.

09 Mar 2025

Elon Musk

Musk accuses billionaires of funding protests at Tesla showrooms

Elon Musk has accused billionaires George Soros and Reid Hoffman of funding recent protests at Tesla showrooms.

08 Mar 2025

Elon Musk

Could Donald Trump's tariffs benefit Elon Musk's Tesla?

US President Donald Trump recently imposed new tariffs on Chinese goods and threatened a trade war with allies like Mexico and Canada.

06 Mar 2025

Apple

Steve Wozniak criticizes Musk's approach to US government cuts

Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak has publicly slammed the mass layoffs and budget cuts introduced by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

06 Mar 2025

Volkswagen

This €20k hatchback is Volkswagen's EV for the masses

Volkswagen (VW) has unveiled its most affordable electric car, the ID. EVERY1, in concept form.

05 Mar 2025

Europe

Only 0-emission cars will be sold in EU by 2035

The European Commission has reiterated its zero CO2 emissions target for all new cars sold in the European Union (EU) by 2035.

05 Mar 2025

Elon Musk

Musk, not BYD, is behind Tesla's sales crash in Germany

Tesla's sales in Germany have taken a major hit, crashing by 76% last month. Only 1,429 Teslas were registered during the period, the German Federal Motor Transport Authority reported.

04 Mar 2025

Elon Musk

Tesla offers free lifetime fast-charging to boost sluggish Cybertruck sales

Amid a slowdown in demand for its Foundation Series Cybertruck, Tesla has announced a new incentive for prospective buyers of the vehicle.

03 Mar 2025

Elon Musk

'Elon-ate-my-cat': Tesla owners using stickers to vent anger at Musk

Tesla owners are taking to "regret stickers" to show their displeasure at CEO Elon Musk's behavior.

02 Mar 2025

Electric Vehicles

Tesla to open first Indian showroom in Mumbai—Everything we know

Tesla, the famous electric vehicle (EV) maker headed by Elon Musk, has signed a deal to open its first-ever showroom in India.

02 Mar 2025

Elon Musk

Tesla faces the brunt as Musk goes all-in on DOGE

Elon Musk's electric vehicle company, Tesla, has become the epicenter of anti-DOGE protests in the US.

26 Feb 2025

Elon Musk

Elon Musk's net worth dropped by $22B

Tesla CEO Elon Musk saw his net worth plummet by $22.2 billion, his fourth-largest single-day loss.

25 Feb 2025

Tata Motors Ltd

Tata Avinya electric SUV to cost around ₹25L: Report

Tata Motors is gearing up to launch its Avinya electric SUV in India soon. It is likely to be priced at around ₹25 lakh (ex-showroom), as per Moneycontrol.

22 Feb 2025

Elon Musk

5 Indian billionaires among biggest wealth losers of 2025 

The world's richest people have experienced a major shift in their fortunes since the start of 2025, with most of them losing significant net worth.

22 Feb 2025

Electric Vehicles

How much will a Tesla EV cost in India?

Tesla is gearing up for its highly-anticipated entry into the Indian market. However, even with potential import duty reductions, Tesla's most affordable EV is likely to remain beyond the reach of the majority of Indian consumers.

22 Feb 2025

Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh woos Tesla for EV manufacturing unit

Andhra Pradesh is stepping up its efforts to woo Elon Musk's Tesla, to set up an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing unit in the state.

21 Feb 2025

BYD

Italy probes Tesla, Volkswagen, BYD over misleading EV performance claims

Italy's competition authority is now investigating four major automakers: BYD, Stellantis, Tesla, and Volkswagen.

21 Feb 2025

Auto

Tesla recalls 380,000 EVs over steering issue: Check affected models

Tesla has started recalling nearly 380,000 vehicles in the US over a power steering assist malfunction.

21 Feb 2025

Tata Motors Ltd

Auto stocks decline amid potential EV import rules favoring Tesla

Shares of leading Indian automakers Tata Motors, Mahindra and Mahindra (M&M), and Hyundai Motor India plummeted on February 21.

21 Feb 2025

Elon Musk

Musk's Starlink satellite internet service nears India launch

Elon Musk's satellite broadband company, Starlink, is on the cusp of getting a nod from India's space regulator.

21 Feb 2025

Elon Musk

Tesla's India launch imminent, but no local manufacturing plans yet

Tesla, the global electric vehicle (EV) giant led by Elon Musk, will be entering the Indian market in the next few months.

19 Feb 2025

Donald Trump

Potential Tesla factory in India 'very unfair' to US: Trump

US President Donald Trump has voiced his opposition to Elon Musk's possible plan to set up a Tesla factory in India.

19 Feb 2025

Maharashtra

Maharashtra offers land to Tesla for making its EVs

The government of Maharashtra has pitched two possible locations, Chakan and Chikhali near Pune, for Tesla's next electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing facility.

19 Feb 2025

Amritsar

US advertises 'ASMR' video showing illegal immigrants in handcuffs, shackles 

The United States has released a video of how illegal immigrants are treated before they board a deportation flight from the country.

19 Feb 2025

Elon Musk

Tesla EVs—priced at around ₹21L—could arrive in India this April

Leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Tesla is gearing up to make its Indian debut as early as April this year.

18 Feb 2025

Elon Musk

Tesla is now hiring in India

In a major development, Tesla has launched a recruitment drive in India, indicating that the company is all set to enter the market.