FAQs about Tesla

Tesla is known for revolutionizing the electric vehicle (EV) industry, creating high-performance electric cars, and innovating in energy solutions like solar panels and battery storage.

Tesla was founded in 2003 by Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning. Elon Musk joined shortly after as an early investor and became the face of the company.

Elon Musk is not a co-founder by origin but became one legally after early involvement. He is the CEO and has been instrumental in shaping Tesla’s vision and growth.

Tesla currently offers:

• Model S – Luxury sedan
• Model 3 – Affordable sedan
• Model X – Luxury SUV
• Model Y – Compact SUV
• Cybertruck – Upcoming futuristic pickup
• Roadster (2nd Gen) – Upcoming electric supercar
• Tesla Semi – Electric truck for freight

Tesla cars offer long-range batteries, autopilot/self-driving features, over-the-air software updates, and unmatched performance—all powered 100% by electricity.

Autopilot is Tesla's advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS) that helps with steering, acceleration, and braking. It's a step toward full self-driving, but still requires driver attention.

Range varies by model. As of 2025, the Model S Long Range can go over 400 miles on a full charge.

You can charge a Tesla at home using a wall connector or on the road using Tesla’s Supercharger network, which offers rapid charging.

Superchargers are Tesla’s high-speed EV charging stations. They can add up to 200 miles of range in just 15–30 minutes depending on the vehicle.

No. Tesla also develops solar panels, Solar Roof, and Powerwall home batteries to store solar energy.

Yes. Tesla has turned consistent profits since 2020 and is one of the most valuable automakers in the world.

Tesla has Gigafactories in:

• Fremont, California (USA)
• Austin, Texas (USA)
• Shanghai (China)
• Berlin (Germany)
• Nevada (for batteries)

As of now, Tesla hasn’t officially launched in India. However, there are ongoing discussions and possible future entry into the Indian market.

Tesla’s mission is “to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.”

Prices vary:

• Model 3 starts around $39,000 USD
• Model S can go over $90,000 USD
  Prices may vary by location, configuration, and availability.