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.

19 Mar 2024

Elon Musk

Elon Musk says using ketamine helps manage 'negative chemical state'

In an interview, Tesla's CEO Elon Musk confessed to using prescribed ketamine and asserted its "beneficial impact on investors," as reported by Reuters.

15 Mar 2024

Indian Government

India slashes EV import taxes, boosting Tesla's market entry plans

In a significant policy shift, the Indian government has decided to reduce import taxes on electric vehicles (EVs).

14 Mar 2024

Elon Musk

Tesla paid no income taxes while its executives received billions

Tesla, the electric vehicle giant, didn't pay any federal income taxes from 2018 to 2022 despite earning $4.4 billion during this period, as per a watchdog report.

13 Mar 2024

California

Tesla, Ford, and Mercedes's self-driving systems fail safety tests

US-based Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has revealed that most driver-assist systems from leading automakers have failed to meet safety standards.

12 Mar 2024

Cybercrimes

Tesla EVs vulnerable to theft via Wi-Fi hijacking, say researchers

Security researchers at Mysk Inc. have discovered a significant cybersecurity flaw in Tesla's charging stations, which could potentially allow hackers to steal vehicles.

10 Mar 2024

India

No special treatment for Tesla or any other company: Goyal

India's Commerce and Industry Minister, Piyush Goyal said that the nation will welcome all global electric vehicle manufacturers to establish operations in India.

05 Mar 2024

Elon Musk

Jeff Bezos dethrones Elon Musk as world's richest person

Elon Musk has been dethroned as the world's richest person by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos.

04 Mar 2024

Porsche

Porsche to reveal 'most dynamic' Taycan EV on March 11

Porsche is gearing up to introduce the most powerful Taycan yet on March 11.

28 Feb 2024

Tesla Roadster

0-100km/h in 1 second: Elon Musk teases new Tesla EV

Tesla's new Roadster will go from zero to 96km/h in under a second, the company's CEO Elon Musk has revealed in a post on X.

28 Feb 2024

Tesla Model Y

2024 Tesla Model Y aces IIHS crash test

Tesla's 2024 Model Y has earned the prestigious "top safety pick +" award from the US-based safety watchdog, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

26 Feb 2024

VinFast

After Tesla, VinFast seeks lower EV import tax in India

Vietnam-based VinFast is seeking a two-year reduction in India's import duties on electric cars while its local plant is being built.

23 Feb 2024

VinFast

Tesla-rival VinFast to soon begin construction of India EV plant

VinFast is set to begin construction of its integrated electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing facility in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, on February 25.

16 Feb 2024

Tesla Cybertruck

Several Tesla Cybertruck owners complain of early rusting issue

Several Tesla owners in California have noticed early signs of rust in their Cybertruck, sparking concerns about the stainless steel bodies of the hyped EV.

15 Feb 2024

Elon Musk

Elon Musk's SpaceX moves incorporation from Delaware to Texas

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has revealed that the company has shifted its state of incorporation from Delaware to Texas, in the US.

14 Feb 2024

Tesla Model 3

Tesla employee with full self-driving enabled killed in car crash

Back in 2022, Tesla employee and Elon Musk fan Hans von Ohain, tragically died when his Model 3 crashed and caught fire.

08 Feb 2024

Tesla Cybertruck

Tesla Cybertruck's first software update improves handling and charging

US-based EV maker Tesla has released the first major software update for its popular electric pick-up, the Cybertruck.

08 Feb 2024

Tesla Model Y

Tesla sold just 1 car in South Korea last month

In January, Tesla faced a major slump in South Korea, selling just one car, a Model Y, in the country.

05 Feb 2024

Elon Musk

Elon Musk urged to go to rehab, claims WSJ

Last month, the Wall Street Journal made allegations of Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk's involvement with illegal drugs, including MDMA, and cocaine.

02 Feb 2024

Elon Musk

Meet Richard Tornetta, drummer who challenged Musk's $56bn pay package

Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package has been deemed unfair to Tesla shareholders, due to a lawsuit led by Richard Tornetta.

01 Feb 2024

Elon Musk

Elon Musk's Tesla sued for hazardous waste mishandling in California

Tesla is currently facing a lawsuit filed by 25 California counties, including Alameda, Los Angeles, San Joaquin, and San Francisco.

31 Jan 2024

Elon Musk

Why Elon Musk won't receive his $56bn package from Tesla

A judge in the US state of Delaware has canceled a whopping $55.8 billion pay deal for Tesla CEO Elon Musk, which was granted in 2018.

28 Jan 2024

Bernard Arnault

Bernard Arnault surpasses Elon Musk as world's richest person

Bernard Arnault, the head honcho of luxury goods giant LVMH, has dethroned Tesla CEO Elon Musk to become the world's wealthiest individual, per Forbes.

27 Jan 2024

Elon Musk

Tesla to buy AMD chips amid AI hardware expansion: Musk

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has shared plans to buy chips from Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) for a major investment in artificial intelligence (AI) computing hardware.

26 Jan 2024

Elon Musk

Tesla's valuation plummets $80bn after Musk warns of slowing sales

Tesla's stock took a nosedive of over 12% on Thursday, causing a staggering $80 billion loss in market value.

25 Jan 2024

Elon Musk

Tesla tanks 6% on disappointing Q4 results, slower future growth 

Tesla's fourth quarter revenue saw a modest 3% growth, falling short of analysts' predictions as automotive revenue only rose by 1% compared to the previous year.

Tesla to launch new $25,000 EV next year

Tesla is gearing up to launch a new affordable electric vehicle (EV) called "Redwood" by mid-2025, as per industry insiders.

24 Jan 2024

Apple

Apple Car set for 2028 launch with reduced self-driving capabilities

Apple's highly anticipated "Apple Car" project has shifted gears from a fully autonomous car to an electric vehicle (EV) more akin to Tesla's offerings.

18 Jan 2024

Electric Vehicles

Tesla's India entry stalled as local firms resist lower duties

Tesla's ambitious plans to enter the Indian market are stalled again, as the government has not yet agreed to reduce import taxes on electric vehicles (EVs).

16 Jan 2024

Elon Musk

Elon Musk seeks greater control of Tesla for AI development

Elon Musk, Tesla's CEO, wants a 25% voting control in the company before diving into artificial intelligence (AI) projects.

13 Jan 2024

Elon Musk

Tesla in talks to enter India with whopping $30B investment

Elon Musk-led Tesla is in advanced talks to invest $30 billion in India's electric vehicle (EV) sector over the next five years, per Hindustan Times.

12 Jan 2024

Electric Vehicles

Red Sea conflict: Tesla suspends production at Berlin Gigafactory

Tesla has decided to halt most of its production at the Berlin-based Gigafactory from January 29 to February 11.

10 Jan 2024

Tesla Model 3

Tesla Model 3 Highland debuts in US with premium features

Tesla has officially launched the updated Model 3 Highland in the US market. The order book is now open and deliveries will start within a month.

08 Jan 2024

Elon Musk

'Not even trace quantities': Elon Musk denies drug use allegations

Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, has refuted claims of using illegal drugs like LSD, cocaine, ecstasy, and ketamine.

07 Jan 2024

Elon Musk

Musk was probably 'under influence' when tweeting about Tesla's privatization

In August 2018, Elon Musk shocked Tesla shareholders when he tweeted about "considering" taking the company private.

05 Jan 2024

China

Tesla recalls over 16 lakh EVs exported to China 

Tesla is recalling over 16 lakh electric vehicles (EVs) exported to China, including its S, X, 3, and Y models.

05 Jan 2024

Samsung

Samsung, Tesla collaborate for SmartThings Energy integration: What it means

Samsung is teaming up with Tesla to link SmartThings Energy with Tesla products like Powerwall home battery.

03 Jan 2024

BYD

China's BYD replaces Tesla as world's top EV maker

Tesla's Q4 electric vehicle deliveries reached a record 4,94,989, but fell behind Chinese auto giant BYD, which delivered 5,26,409 vehicles.

01 Jan 2024

BYD

BYD challenges Tesla with record EV sales in Q4 2023

Chinese car manufacturer BYD made waves in the electric vehicle (EV) market by selling a record-breaking 526,409 EVs in Q4 2023.

29 Dec 2023

Tesla Cybertruck

First reported accident for Tesla's Cybertruck: Here's what happened

Less than a month from launch, Tesla's Cybertruck is involved in its first reported accident.

28 Dec 2023

Elon Musk

Tesla likely to set up first Indian factory in Gujarat

Tesla is expected to reveal its plans for an Indian plant at the Vibrant Gujarat Summit in January, with CEO Elon Musk in attendance, as reported by the Ahmedabad Mirror.

27 Dec 2023

Elon Musk

Tesla deliveries to fall short of Elon Musk's 2023 goal

Tesla is anticipated to announce a record-breaking quarter for electric vehicle (EV) deliveries, although it may not help CEO Elon Musk's ambitious goal of two million vehicles per year.

27 Dec 2023

BYD

China's BYD to overtake Tesla as leading EV maker

Chinese carmaker BYD is on the verge of outpacing Tesla as the top global seller of fully electric vehicles (EVs).

Robot at Tesla's Texas factory attacks engineer, digs its claws

A Tesla engineer was injured by a malfunctioning robot at the Giga Texas factory in the US.

27 Dec 2023

Tesla Model Y

Tesla's updated Model Y SUV to launch in 2024

Tesla is gearing up to launch an updated version of its popular Model Y SUV in 2024, as it faces growing competition from Chinese rivals.

26 Dec 2023

Auto

Tesla taps TSMC's 3nm chip design for next-gen Autopilot computer

Tesla has announced its involvement in the final stages of TSMC's 3nm chip design set for the upcoming year.

22 Dec 2023

Auto

Tesla is ready to build new Megafactory in China

Tesla has kicked off its Megafactory project in China by signing a land acquisition deal, marking a significant milestone for the company.

22 Dec 2023

Tesla Model S

Tesla recalls over 120,000 EVs over new safety scare

Tesla is recalling as many as 120,423 Model S and Model X electric vehicles (EVs) in the US due to a new safety concern.

22 Dec 2023

Tesla Cybertruck

'Not an experiment': Tesla's chief designer defends Cybertruck's quirky design

Tesla's chief designer, Franz von Holzhausen, defended the unique design of the Cybertruck, stressing that it helps promote the Tesla brand.

17 Dec 2023

Nissan

Nissan plans global export of China-developed EVs to rival BYD

Nissan Motor is gearing up to sell electric vehicles (EVs) developed in China on a global scale.

14 Dec 2023

Indian Government

Blow to Tesla: India unwilling to cut EV import tax

The Indian government has revealed that it has no plans to reduce taxes on imported electric vehicles (EVs), which could impact Tesla's entry into the market.

13 Dec 2023

Electric Vehicles

Tesla recalls over 2 million EVs to fix Autopilot-related issues

Tesla is recalling a whopping two million electric vehicles (EVs) in the US due to issues with the Autopilot system, which is designed to ensure the driver is paying attention during self-drive mode.

13 Dec 2023

Elon Musk

Tesla unveils Optimus Gen 2 robot, and yeah, it dances!

Tesla has unveiled the Optimus Gen 2, a revamped version of its humanoid robot.

08 Dec 2023

BYD

BYD Seal vs Tesla Model 3: Which EV is better

Chinese EV maker BYD has introduced its capable electric sedan, the Seal, in the North American region with a starting price tag of $44,600 (around Rs. 37.17 lakh).