Tesla to Start Making Cars in India

Tesla is exploring the possibility of expanding its operations to India, aiming to replicate its success in China. The company has been in talks with local officials in Bangalore for about six months, considering setting up a car assembly plant and an R&D facility. Bangalore is seen as a potential hub for electric vehicles (EVs) in India, with its aerospace manufacturing talent. Although EV sales in India are currently less than 1%, there is potential for export. Tesla has not officially commented, but Elon Musk hinted at entering the Indian market.

What is one of Tesla's main goals in India?

• To replicate its success in China

• To manufacture aerospace components

• To develop software for electric vehicles

• To open a new headquarters

Why is Bangalore considered a strategic location for Tesla?

• It has a large consumer base for electric vehicles

• It is a hub for electric vehicles and has aerospace talent

• It offers the cheapest real estate in India

• It is the capital city of India

What percentage of vehicle sales in India are electric?

• Less than 1%

• 20%

• 5%

• 10%

What have analysts suggested about Tesla's plans in India?

• Tesla will not enter the Indian market

• Tesla plans to manufacture only luxury cars

• Tesla might use India as a base for exports

• Tesla will focus solely on the Indian market

How did Elon Musk indirectly confirm Tesla's entry into India?

• By announcing a partnership with an Indian company

• By tweeting in response to a report about Tesla's plans

• By launching a new electric vehicle model

• By holding a press conference in India