Tesla is bolstering its presence in the Indian electric vehicle market with the upcoming launch of its second retail center in the country. This new Tesla Experience Centre is scheduled to open on August 11th at the WorldMark 3 campus in Aerocity, Delhi. This location will serve customers in the National Capital Region, an area crucial for India’s EV initiatives. The opening follows the recent inauguration of its first showroom in Mumbai’s Maker Maxity Mall on July 15th. The Mumbai launch event included Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who welcomed Tesla to the state and invited the company to establish research and development and manufacturing facilities. The Aerocity center is nearing completion, with estimated monthly rent around Rs 25 lakh. Images of the outlet have already surfaced, reflecting the brand’s premium image. Currently, Tesla offers only the Model Y in India, with prices starting at Rs 59.89 lakh (ex-showroom). The Model Y is available in two variants: Standard rear-wheel drive with a 60 kWh battery, offering a 500 km WLTP-certified range, and Long-range rear-wheel drive with a 75 kWh battery, providing up to 622 km range. Deliveries are being prioritized in cities like Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, and Gurugram, with vehicles delivered directly to homes via flat-bed trucks. Tesla has also updated its website, enabling vehicle registration across all states and union territories, expanding its reach. The Full Self-Driving (FSD) feature is listed as an optional add-on at Rs 6 lakh, although it will be introduced in India at a later date. The Model Y launch also coincides with the debut of Tesla’s India website, demonstrating the company’s commitment to expanding in India despite existing challenges related to EV policies and infrastructure.
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