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Elon Musk unsuccesfully appealed to Trump to roll back tariffs, says US newspaper
Washington DC, April 8: Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, who heads the US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), had appealed to American President Donald Trump to reconsider the retaliatory import tariffs, the Washington Post reported, citing sources.
Protesters target 277 Tesla locations in US over Elon Musk's government role, demand resignation
Washington, DC, March 30: Protesters across the United States and Europe have gathered outside Tesla dealerships to express their opposition to billionaire Elon Musk's involvement in the US government, Al Jazeera reported.
Suspect arrested, charged in connection with Tesla arson attack in Las Vegas
Los Angeles, March 28: A Las Vegas resident has been arrested and charged in connection with a violent Tesla arson attack in the Nevada city earlier this month, authorities said.
Global passenger vehicle infotainment system sales to surpass 105 mn annually
New Delhi, March 24: Global passenger vehicle (PV) infotainment system sales grew 3 per cent (on-year) in 2024, according to a new report released on Monday.
US President Trump says he will pay out of his pocket to the astronauts who got back from space
Washington DC, March 22: US President Donald Trump said that he would pay the astronauts for their overtime stay in space out of his own pocket after learning that astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore got USD 5 per day for their extra time spent in space.
Pulling back Musk's overreach, Trump acknowledges he could have conflicts
New York, March 22: In a sign of US President Donald Trump pulling back Elon Musk's overreach, the President has acknowledged his possible conflict of interest after his reported briefing on US war plans for China was scrapped.
Trump says people sabotaging Teslas may go to jail for up to twenty years
Washington DC, March 21: US President Donald Trump said on Friday that people who are caught sabotaging Tesla cars may stand a chance to go to jail for up to twenty years. He made the announcement in a post on Truth Social.
US Attorney General calls violent attacks on Tesla property nothing short of domestic terrorism
Washington, DC, March 19: US Attorney General Pam Bondi has called the recent violent attacks on Tesla property "nothing short of domestic terrorism" and vowed to investigations that impose severe consequences on those involved in these attacks, including those operating behind the scenes to coordinate and fund these crimes.
Tesla seeks certification for two electric car models it wants to sell in India
New Delhi, March 14: Elon Musk-led Tesla Inc. has initiated the process for the certification and homologation of two of its electric cars in India, which is an essential requirement for all vehicles before they can be sold in the country.
Trump buys beautiful red Tesla at White House alongside patriot Musk
By Reena Bhardwaj, Washington, DC, March 12: US President Donald Trump bought a red Tesla from the company's CEO and Department of Government Efficiency Head Elon Musk - all in front of a line of shiny Tesla vehicles showcased temporarily at the White House's South Lawns.
US President Trump to buy Tesla car as mark of support for Elon Musk
Washington DC, March 11: US President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) endorsed his support for the Head of Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), Elon Musk, saying that he would buy a brand new Tesla the following morning.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk showcases redesigned Model Y with enhanced features on X
New Delhi, March 10: Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently reposted a video highlighting the newly redesigned Tesla Model Y, showcasing its cutting-edge specifications and futuristic features.
Tesla & BYD will give little competition to domestic manufacturers: Anand Rathi
New Delhi, March 7: The Indian passenger vehicle (PV) sector is unlikely to see significant disruption from fresh competition in the medium term, according to a report by Anand Rathi.
Protests against Elon Musk hit Tesla stores across US
Boston, March 2: Across the US, protests erupted outside Tesla dealerships, targeting CEO Elon Musk in response to his controversial actions and his close alignment with President Donald Trump.
Amitabh Bachchan reveals why Tesla might not come to India
Mumbai, Feb 25: Despite his busy working schedule, Amitabh Bachchan has kept his social media game strong. Through his latest Instagram post, the 'Paa' actor revealed why Tesla might not come to India.
India job postings by Tesla shows renewed focus on country's growing EV market
New Delhi, Feb 25: The recent job postings by Elon Musk-led Tesla across various roles highlights the American electric vehicle (EV) and clean energy company's renewed focus on establishing a foothold in India's rapidly growing EV market, a report showed on Tuesday.
Global brokerages give thumbs up to India's evolving EV policy
New Delhi, Feb 24: Global brokerages and financial services majors have hailed India's evolving electric vehicle (EV) policy which would help companies like Tesla to enter the country in a seamless way.
Even with reduced duty, the cheapest Tesla car will cost Rs 35-40 lakhs in India
New Delhi, February 22: As Tesla is soon planning to enter in India, even after the reduction in the import duty to below 20 per cent, the cheapest car of Tesla will cost around Rs 35 to 40 lakh, says a report by CLSA, a global capital market company.
Tesla needs to produce cars in India to scale, keep price between Rs 25-30 lakh: CLSA
New Delhi, Feb 21: In order to scale in the expanding Indian electric vehicle (EV) market, US major Tesla will need to manufacture its cars within the country and price them in the Rs 25 lakh-Rs 30 lakh range, global brokerage CLSA said on Friday.
Centre likely to modify new EV policy as Tesla gears up to enter India
New Delhi, Feb 21: As Tesla prepares to enter India this year, the government is likely working on to modify the terms of a new policy that promotes manufacturing of electric vehicles (EVs) in the country.
Tesla likely to enter India with fully-built, pricier Model Y, scouting for showrooms
New Delhi, Feb 19: With Tesla finally gearing up to enter India later this year, the Elon Musk-run electric vehicle (EV) major is set to take a "top-down approach" - launch expensive models in the country first and then follow it up with the cheaper vehicles.
Musk calls himself 'Tech-Support' for Trump, slams US bureaucracy for fighting against people's will
Washington DC, February 19: Tesla CEO and DOGE Head, Elon Musk, opened up on the delay in the implementation of the executive orders signed by US President Donald Trump, blaming the US bureaucracy for it and said they are "fighting against the will of the people".
5 carmakers to recall over 76,000 vehicles for faulty parts
Seoul, Feb 19: Kia, BMW Korea and three other carmakers will voluntarily recall more than 76,000 vehicles to fix faulty components, the transport ministry here said on Wednesday.
India able to manufacture affordable EVs at scale: Mahindra's Anish Shah on Tesla plans
Mumbai, Feb 18: As electric car major Tesla ramped up hiring in India after the successful meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Elon Musk in the US last week, Mahindra & Mahindra said on Tuesday that the country has the ability to not only manufacture EVs at scale but also at a lower cost.
Elon Musk's Tesla kicks off hiring in India amid strengthening ties with government
Mumbai, February 18: Elon Musk owned Electric car maker Tesla Inc. has officially begun its hiring process in India, marking a significant step towards its long-anticipated entry into the domestic market.
Tesla ramps up hiring in India after Elon Musk-PM Modi meet in US
New Delhi, Feb 18: After the successful visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the US, Elon Musk-run Tesla has ramped up hiring in India, a market where it is slated to enter anytime soon.
Delight to meet Elon Musk's family: PM Modi after call-on by Tesla CEO accompanied by his kids
Washington DC, February 14: Tesla CEO Elon Musk called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi with his family at the Blair House in Washington DC on Thursday and discussed strengthening collaboration between Indian and US entities in innovation, space exploration, artificial intelligence, and sustainable development.
PM Modi meets Tesla CEO Elon Musk at Blair House
Washington DC, February 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Tesla CEO Elon Musk at the Blair House in Washington DC, on Thursday.
PM Modi to meet Elon Musk at White House on Thursday
Washington, Feb 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to meet Elon Musk, the billionaire who has emerged as a close and trusted ally of US President Donald Trump, during his visit to the White House on Thursday.
PM Modi likely to meet Elon Musk during US visit
New Delhi, Feb 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, slated to visit the United States this month to meet President Donald Trump, is also likely to see Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk.
4 carmakers to recall over 340,000 vehicles for faulty parts
Seoul, Jan 23: Hyundai Motor, Kia and two other carmakers will voluntarily recall over 340,000 vehicles due to faulty components, the transport ministry said on Thursday.
Say No to Olaf Scholz: Elon Musk ahead of Germany's snap elections
Texas, January 12: Tesla CEO Elon Musk has called on the people of Germany to "say no" to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. His statement comes after Germany's ruling Social Democrats (SPD) on Saturday announced Scholz as the party's candidate for federal elections set to take place on December 23.
Sales of imported cars in South Korea decline for 2nd year in 2024
Seoul, Jan 6: Sales of imported cars in South Korea fell for the second straight year in 2024, while hybrid vehicles emerged as the top-selling fuel type for the first time, industry data showed on Monday.
Las Vegas: Electric vehicle explodes outside Trump International Hotel
Las Vegas, January 2: An electric vehicle caught fire outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas on Wednesday (local time), according to officials and videos on social media.