Tesla appoints Lamborghini's Sharad Agarwal as India head
Tesla just named Sharad Agarwal, former Lamborghini India head, as its new country head.
The move signals Tesla's shift from remote management to having someone local at the helm, hoping to jumpstart growth in a market where sales haven't taken off yet.
Why Tesla is in a pickle in India
Tesla's India journey has been bumpy—despite launching the Model Y this July, only 61 units sold in September.
High import taxes have kept prices out of reach for most people, while BMW and Mercedes-Benz are outselling Tesla by a wide margin.
Agarwal's experience could be key to unlocking luxury EV market
Agarwal spent nearly 10 years growing Lamborghini's presence across 60+ Indian cities and also worked with Classic Legends under Mahindra & Mahindra.
His deep experience with luxury brands could help Tesla connect better with affluent buyers in India's tricky EV scene.
Local leadership could help Tesla navigate India's tricky EV landscape
Until now, Tesla managed things from afar and struggled against established rivals.
With Agarwal on board, the company hopes for a fresh start—and maybe finally some real momentum—in one of the world's fastest-growing car markets.