Tesla, Inc., founded in 2003 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, is a multinational company specializing in electric vehicles, energy storage, and solar energy solutions. The company's mission is to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. Tesla designs and manufactures electric cars and trucks, stationary battery energy storage devices for homes and grids, solar panels, and solar shingles. Its subsidiary, Tesla Energy, focuses on developing and installing photovoltaic systems and supplying battery energy storage systems globally.
Notable figures affiliated with Tesla include Elon Musk, a key visionary and CEO. The company has attracted significant investment from various institutional investors and venture capitalists. Tesla's achievements include pioneering mass-market electric vehicles with the Model S, Model 3, Model X, and Model Y, as well as advancing battery technology and energy storage solutions. Tesla's impact is profound, driving innovation in sustainable energy and influencing global automotive and energy industries towards greener practices.