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.
Xiaomi SU7 outsells Tesla Model 3 in China
Xiaomi's fully electric SU7 has become China's first-ever "Tesla killer," according to data from the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA).
Why Musk is raising Tesla's FSD subscription after ditching Autopilot
Elon Musk, the CEO of electric vehicle giant Tesla, has announced plans to raise the subscription prices for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software.
Musk returns to US politics after ugly spat with Trump
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and the world's richest man, is re-entering the political scene in the United States ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Tesla begins robotaxi rides with no human safety driver onboard
Tesla has launched driverless robotaxi rides in Austin, Texas.
AI could surpass human intelligence by 2031, warns Musk
Elon Musk has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) could surpass the combined intelligence of humanity within the next decade.
How AI data center boom is threatening auto supply chains
The automotive industry is facing a new threat to its supply chain, thanks to the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) data centers.
Dreaming of a Tesla? Model Y now costs ₹49,000/month
In a bid to boost sales in India, Tesla has introduced a new financing scheme for its popular Model Y.
From AI to Autopilot: What's fueling latest Altman-Musk clash
Elon Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman are embroiled in a fresh public spat unfolding on social media platform X.
Musk revives Tesla's Dojo 3 AI project: What is it?
Elon Musk has announced the revival of Tesla's Dojo 3 project, the third iteration of its proprietary supercomputer. The announcement comes after a year-long hiatus from the initiative.
xAI engineer quits days after tell-all interview about work culture
Sulaiman Khan Ghori, an engineer at Elon Musk's AI start-up xAI, has announced his departure from the company.
World's 12 richest people have more wealth than poorest half
The world's billionaires saw their collective wealth hit a record high of $18.3 trillion in 2025, according to charity organization Oxfam.
Hyundai hires Tesla's robotics chief to boost AI, automation efforts
Hyundai Motor Group has appointed Milan Kovac, a former Tesla vice president and expert in autonomous driving and robotics, as an advisor.
Tesla India offers discount on Model Y amid weak demand
Tesla is facing a tough time selling its electric cars in India.
Tesla ends one-time FSD sales, users forced to subscribe monthly
Tesla is set to change its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software into a subscription-only service after February 14.
Tesla refreshes 2026 Model Y with new features, third-row seating
Tesla has officially launched the 2026 Model Y with the return of the third-row configuration in the US.
Tesla to open its first south Indian showroom in Bengaluru
Tesla is all set to open its fourth showroom in India, with Bengaluru being the latest destination.
BMW to launch 3 new EVs in India this year
BMW is gearing up to launch three new electric vehicles (EVs) in India.
Ford is working on AI assistant and hands-free driving tech
Ford is developing an AI assistant for its smartphone app, with plans to integrate it into vehicles by 2027.
China's BYD to surpass Tesla as world's largest EV maker
BYD has achieved its annual sales target and is likely to have surpassed Tesla to become the world's largest electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer in 2025.
Musk donates $100M in Tesla shares to charity
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has donated 210,699 shares of Tesla worth around $100 million to charity.
Musk's 2026 plans for SpaceX, Neuralink, xAI and Tesla
Elon Musk's companies are gearing up for a groundbreaking year in 2026.
Tesla predicts lower sales for 2025, missing Musk's ambitious targets
Tesla has surprised the market by releasing sales forecasts that indicate a decline in deliveries for 2025.
5 Tesla predictions Musk made for 2025 that didn't happen
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has a history of making bold predictions about his company's future. However, not all of them have come true.
Top 18 billionaires add $745B to their fortunes in 2025
The world's ultra-rich saw their fortunes soar in 2025, as global equity markets rose steadily.
BYD on track to surpass Tesla in global EV sales
China's automotive giant BYD is all set to dethrone Tesla as the world's largest electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer in terms of annual sales.
Tesla may soon support Apple Car Keys feature
Tesla is reportedly developing functionality similar to Apple Car Keys, a feature that lets you unlock and start your car using an iPhone.
AI boom adds $550B to wealth of US tech billionaires
The artificial intelligence (AI) market boom has added over $550 billion to the fortunes of America's richest tech moguls this year.
You may soon talk to Gemini AI inside Waymo robotaxis
Waymo, the self-driving car company owned by Alphabet, is testing Google's Gemini AI chatbot as an in-car assistant in its robotaxis.
Tesla, running on Full Self-Driving, crashes during livestream
A Tesla vehicle crashed head-on while a driver was livestreaming a demonstration of the company's "Full Self-Driving" (FSD) system.
Indian-origin CFOs take lead at top global firms
In a major trend, Indian-origin finance chiefs are taking the reins of some of the world's largest corporations. From Tesla and Mastercard to other multinational firms, these leaders are increasingly shaping strategy at the highest levels.
Musk is now richer than Ambani and Adani combined!
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has left India's richest men Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani far behind in terms of wealth.
Musk is the first individual to surpass $700B net worth
Elon Musk has made history by becoming the first person ever to cross a net worth of $700 billion.
Delaware Supreme Court reinstates Musk's $56B Tesla pay package
The Delaware Supreme Court has reinstated Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package from 2018. The decision overturns a previous ruling by the state's Chancery Court.
Alphabet's Waymo seeks $15B funding amid robotaxi race with Tesla
Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet, is reportedly in talks to raise over $15 billion in a new funding round expected to complete early next year.
Tesla rival Rivian launches hands-free driving for R1 EVs
Rivian, the American electric vehicle manufacturer rivaling Tesla, has announced a major software update for its second-generation R1 EVs.
You can now use Tesla's 1st Supercharger station in Gurugram
Electric vehicle maker Tesla has opened its first-ever Supercharger station in Gurugram.
Tesla faces sales suspension over misleading Autopilot marketing
An administrative law judge has ruled that Tesla misled customers with its marketing of Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD) software.
Elon Musk's net worth crosses $600B for first time
Elon Musk has become the first person in history to have a net worth of over $600 billion.
Tesla starts testing robotaxis with no human safety drivers
Tesla has taken a major step toward its goal of launching a fully autonomous robotaxi service.
Tesla's latest product is $350 pickleball paddle you can't buy
Tesla has launched a new lifestyle product, but it's not a car accessory.
Used Tesla cars are not reliable at all, says study
Tesla has ranked last in a long-term used car reliability study conducted by Consumer Reports.
Tesla's self-driving software accused of running red lights, lane violations
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has flagged at least 80 cases of Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) software breaching road rules.
Tesla update lets drivers text while driving despite state laws
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has claimed that the latest version of his company's Full Self-Driving (FSD) driver-assistance software allows users to text and drive, depending on the context of surrounding traffic.
Musk reveals son is named Sekhar after Nobel-winning Indian-American astrophysicist
In a recent episode of the podcast "People by WTF," hosted by Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath, Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk revealed that his partner Shivon Zilis has Indian roots.