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.
Sam Altman eyes refund after waiting 7-years for Tesla Roadster
Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, has requested a refund on his reservation for the much-anticipated Tesla Roadster.
Is a flying Tesla electric car on the way?
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has announced his plan to unveil a prototype of a flying car before the end of this year.
Tesla Cybercab to make Asian debut at Shanghai expo
Tesla is all set to showcase its Cybercab at the China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai from November 5-10.
Tesla missed out on 1M EV sales. Reason? Elon Musk
A recent study has revealed that Elon Musk's controversial political actions since acquiring Twitter (now X) in 2022 have had a major impact on Tesla's US sales.
Musk may quit Tesla without $1T pay package
Tesla Chair Robyn Denholm has warned shareholders that Elon Musk may resign as CEO if his proposed $1 trillion performance-based pay package is not approved.
Why US government is probing Tesla's 'Mad Max' driving mode
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking information from Tesla about its "Mad Max" driver assistance mode, as part of an ongoing investigation into the company's Full Self-Driving (FSD) system.
Samsung to play bigger role in manufacturing Tesla's AI chips
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has announced that Samsung Electronics will play a bigger role in manufacturing chips for the electric car maker.
Elon Musk wants strong influence over Tesla's robot army
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has expressed his desire for a strong influence over the company's ambitious "Optimus" robot project.
Tesla posts $28B revenue in Q3 2025, profit falls 37%
Tesla has posted a profitable third quarter, with $1.4 billion in net income on $28.1 billion in revenue.
Tesla has started showing ads in its cars
Tesla has started showing in-car advertisements, the latest being a promotion for Disney's film, Tron: Ares.
2025 BMW i3 electric sedan will offer an 800km range
BMW is all set to launch its first fully electric member of the 3 Series family, the i3.
How much will Tesla pay Musk?
The Delaware Supreme Court is set to hear arguments in a long-running legal battle over Tesla CEO Elon Musk's unprecedented compensation package.
How Tesla plans to reverse its sales decline in Europe
Tesla has launched new "Standard" versions of its popular Model Y and Model 3 cars in Europe.
US probes 2.9M Teslas with full self-driving over traffic violations
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an investigation into 2.88 million Tesla vehicles with Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities.
Tesla's pay package could give Musk billions despite missed targets
Elon Musk's unprecedented pay package from Tesla could see him pocket billions even if he doesn't meet revolutionary targets.
Tesla launches new entry-level Model Y and Model 3 EVs
Tesla has unveiled two new entry-level variants, the Model Y Standard and Model 3 Standard. The launch comes as part of an effort to boost sales after a challenging period for the company.
Tesla to launch new affordable EV tomorrow: What to expect
Tesla has teased an upcoming event on October 7, sparking speculation about the possible unveiling of an affordable electric vehicle (EV).
Why Tesla's insurance arm is staring at legal action
Tesla's insurance division is facing legal action from the California Department of Insurance (CDI) for allegedly denying or delaying customer claims.
Watch: Tesla's Optimus robot can now do Kung Fu
Elon Musk has released a new video showcasing the prowess of Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot.
Tesla shareholders, state officials urge rejection of Musk's $1T pay
A coalition of Tesla shareholders and state officials has urged investors to reject Elon Musk's proposed $1 trillion pay package at the company's November meeting.
Tesla sued after Cybertruck traps teen in fiery crash
Tesla is facing a lawsuit from the family of Krysta Tsukahara, a 19-year-old college student who died in a Cybertruck crash last year.
Elon Musk becomes first person with $500B net worth
Elon Musk has become the first person in history to reach a net worth of over $500 billion, according to Forbes.
Maruti overtakes Ford, GM, Volkswagen to become 8th most-valuable carmaker
Maruti Suzuki has achieved a major milestone in the global automotive industry by becoming the eighth most valuable carmaker in the world.
Tesla FSD v14 is coming, Musk says it feels 'sentient'
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has announced that the much-anticipated Full Self-Driving (FSD) Version 14 will be released in its early wide release next week.
Musk's Tesla can now test its robotaxis in Arizona
Tesla has received the green light from the Arizona Department of Transportation to start testing its autonomous robotaxi vehicles.
Alibaba enters robotaxi market with investment in ride-hailing firm Hello
Alibaba Group has made a strategic investment in Hello, a ride-hailing company backed by its fintech affiliate Ant Group.
Panasonic's new battery tech could boost EV range by 25%
Panasonic, a leading Japanese electronics manufacturer and Tesla's battery supplier, has announced plans to develop a new type of high-capacity battery within the next two years.
Who is Diego Pasini, the 20-year-old leading xAI's Grok team?
Diego Pasini, a 20-year-old who has quickly risen in the tech world, has been appointed as the head of the data annotation team at Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company, xAI.
Tesla redesigning door handles following safety probe
Tesla is working on a redesign of its door handles, Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen told Bloomberg.
Tesla faces investigation as faulty door handles leave kids trapped
The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an investigation into Tesla's electric-powered door handles.
Tesla avoids trial by settling two fatal Autopilot crash cases
Tesla has settled two lawsuits stemming from fatal accidents in California in 2019, court documents show.
Musk buys Tesla shares worth $1B: Here's why it matters
Elon Musk has responded to Tesla's board of directors' unprecedented pay package proposal of $1 trillion by buying $1 billion worth of Tesla stock.
Tesla defends record $1 trillion pay package for Elon Musk
Tesla's board chair Robyn Denholm has defended the company's proposed $1 trillion compensation plan for CEO Elon Musk.
Tesla discontinues cheapest Cybertruck variant after just 5 months
Tesla has quietly removed the rear-wheel drive (RWD) trim of its Cybertruck from online sales.
Tesla accidentally reveals full-form of Musk's xAI venture
Tesla's recent disclosure of Elon Musk's $1 trillion compensation plan has inadvertently shed light on the ambiguous branding of his AI venture, xAI.
Tesla sued for hiring H-1B visa holders over US citizens
Tesla, the electric vehicle company led by Elon Musk, has been accused of favoring H-1B visa holders over American citizens in its hiring and firing practices.
Musk's political activities haven't hurt sales: Tesla chair
Tesla's board chair, Robyn Denholm, has rejected the idea that Elon Musk's political activities have hurt sales at the electric vehicle (EV) maker.
Tesla can now start testing its robotaxis in Nevada
Tesla has received a testing permit from the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles.
Amazon's Zoox is offering free robotaxi rides in Las Vegas
Amazon's autonomous vehicle division, Zoox, has officially launched its robotaxi service in Las Vegas.
Decomposing, chopped up body found in singer D4vd's Tesla
The New York-born singer and songwriter D4vd (20), who is currently on his Withered world tour, has been in the news after a decomposing body was discovered in his car at a Los Angeles tow yard.
Tesla's US market share hits 8-year low: What's the reason?
Tesla's market share in the United States has hit an eight-year low, according to data from Cox Automotive.
Tesla has almost stopped spending on ads on X
Tesla has almost stopped advertising on Elon Musk's social media platform, X.
Tesla proposes record $1 trillion compensation for CEO Elon Musk
Tesla has proposed a new compensation plan for its CEO, Elon Musk. The package, worth nearly $1 trillion, is unprecedented in corporate America.
Tesla Model Y deliveries begin in India: Check prices, features
Tesla has officially started delivering its Model Y electric SUV in India.
Musk's new master plan centers on AI creating sustainable abundance
Tesla has released its latest strategic vision, the 'Master Plan Part 4.' The company describes this as a blueprint for achieving "sustainable abundance."
Tesla's India launch underwhelms with around 600 orders since July
Tesla's much-anticipated entry into the Indian market has been underwhelming, with only a little over 600 cars booked since mid-July.
Why Tesla's European sales fell for the 8th consecutive month
Tesla's sales slump in Europe has continued for the eighth consecutive month, according to data from France.