Founding of Tesla Motors
Tesla Motors was founded by engineers Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning in San Carlos, California, with the goal of producing electric vehicles.
2003
2004
Elon Musk Joins Tesla
Elon Musk joined Tesla as Chairman of the Board after leading the company's initial Series A funding round, investing $6.5 million.
2006
Unveiling of the Tesla Roadster
Tesla unveiled its first electric car, the Roadster, which could travel more than 200 miles on a single charge, a significant milestone for electric vehicles.
2008
First Delivery of Tesla Roadster
Tesla delivered the first Roadster to a customer, marking the company's entry into the automotive market.
2010
Tesla IPO
Tesla went public on June 29, 2010, with an initial public offering (IPO) on the NASDAQ, raising $226 million.
2012
Launch of the Model S
Tesla launched the Model S, a full-sized all-electric sedan that received widespread acclaim for its performance and safety features.
2013
Supercharger Network Expansion
Tesla began expanding its Supercharger network, providing fast-charging stations across North America, Europe, and Asia.
2015
Introduction of the Model X
Tesla introduced the Model X, an all-electric SUV known for its falcon-wing doors and advanced safety features.
2016
Acquisition of SolarCity
Tesla acquired SolarCity, a solar energy services company, for $2.6 billion to enhance its clean energy product offerings.
2017
Launch of the Model 3
Tesla launched the Model 3, a more affordable electric car aimed at the mass market, with a starting price of $35,000.
2019
Unveiling of the Cybertruck
Tesla unveiled the Cybertruck, an all-electric pickup truck with a futuristic design and advanced capabilities.
2020
Tesla Becomes the World's Most Valuable Automaker
Tesla's market capitalization surpassed that of Toyota, making it the most valuable automaker in the world.
2021
Launch of the Model S Plaid
Tesla launched the Model S Plaid, the fastest production car in the world, with a 0-60 mph time of under 2 seconds.
2022
Opening of Giga Berlin and Giga Texas
Tesla opened two new Gigafactories, Giga Berlin in Germany and Giga Texas in the United States, to increase production capacity.
2023
Tesla Semi Deliveries Begin
Tesla began deliveries of the Tesla Semi, an all-electric Class 8 truck designed for long-haul freight transport.
2024
Expansion into Energy Storage
Tesla expanded its energy storage solutions with the launch of the Megapack XL, aimed at providing large-scale energy storage for utilities and businesses.
