tesla
Tesla refers primarily to Tesla, Inc., an American electric vehicle and clean energy company founded by Elon Musk, JB Straubel, Martin Eberhard, Marc Tarpenning, and Ian Wright in 2003. The company is named after Nikola Tesla, the Serbian-American inventor and electrical engineer known for his contributions to the development of alternating current (AC) electrical systems. Tesla, Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells electric vehicles, battery energy storage systems, solar products, and related services. Its mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. The company's electric vehicles are noted for their performance, innovative technology, and environmental focus. Tesla also markets software and energy solutions, advocating for a renewable energy future. The term "Tesla" can also colloquially refer to the vehicles themselves or the technology associated with the brand.