Tesla, Inc., founded by Elon Musk, JB Straubel, Martin Eberhard, Marc Tarpenning, and Ian Wright in 2003, has become synonymous with electric vehicles (EVs) and clean energy innovation. Based in Palo Alto, California, Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy through increasingly affordable electric cars and renewable energy products.
Tesla first gained widespread attention with the release of the Roadster in 2008, which proved that electric cars could be stylish and high-performing. This was followed by the Model S sedan in 2012, which won numerous awards and set new standards for electric vehicle range and performance. The Model X SUV introduced in 2015, and the Model 3, a more affordable mass-market vehicle launched in 2017, further cemented Tesla’s position in the automotive industry.
