Tesla gears up for India entry as Elon Musk expands hiring efforts

Tesla posts job openings in India, signaling market entry

After years of delays and roadblocks, Tesla Inc. appears to be making a serious push toward its India debut, with 13 job openings listed on LinkedIn. This move comes shortly after Tesla CEO Elon Musk met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the US, reviving discussions about Tesla’s entry into the Indian market.

The job postings cover both customer-facing and operational roles, with positions available in Mumbai and Delhi, indicating that Tesla is preparing for an official launch.

Tesla’s job openings in India

Tesla is looking to fill positions across multiple departments, including sales, service, and operations.

Roles available in Mumbai & Delhi

• Service Technician
• Service Advisor
• Tesla Advisor
• Parts Advisor
• Customer Support Specialist

Roles exclusive to Mumbai

• Customer Engagement Manager
• Delivery Operations Specialist

Additional positions

• Inside Sales Advisor
• Customer Support Supervisor
• Order Operations Specialist
• Service Manager
• Business Operations Analyst
• Store Manager

Tesla’s long-standing interest in India

For years, Tesla and India have been in talks regarding the company’s entry into the market. However, high import duties on foreign-made cars were a major hurdle. Previously, import taxes on luxury EVs were as high as 110%, making Tesla’s vehicles prohibitively expensive.

To attract global EV manufacturers, the Indian government recently lowered the basic customs duty on EVs priced above $40,000 from 110% to 70%. This move is expected to make India a more viable market for Tesla.

India, the third-largest emitter of greenhouse gases, has committed to net-zero emissions by 2070. The growing middle-class and high-income consumer base makes India a promising EV market despite its early-stage infrastructure compared to China.

Tesla’s global strategy and India’s EV market

Tesla’s decision to expand into India comes at a crucial time. The company recently reported its first annual drop in EV sales in over a decade, prompting a search for new growth markets.

India’s EV market is still developing, with 100,000 electric cars sold last year, compared to China’s 11 million sales. However, demand is expected to rise as the country pushes for EV adoption and infrastructure development.

Political and trade considerations

Tesla’s India plans coincide with PM Narendra Modi’s meeting with Elon Musk and former US President Donald Trump in Washington. Following the meeting, Trump stated that India had agreed to begin negotiations to address the US trade deficit and increase military purchases, including potential F-35 fighter jet deals.

Meanwhile, Musk’s role in Trump’s government has sparked discussions about the intersection of his business and political interests. Last month, Italy confirmed discussions with Musk’s SpaceX for a secure telecommunications deal, following Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s meeting with Trump in Florida.

What’s next for Tesla in India?

With hiring underway, Tesla’s entry into India appears imminent, though the exact timeline remains unclear. The company’s long-standing concerns about policy and infrastructure will be key factors in its final decision to launch operations in the country.

If Tesla moves forward, India could become a major market for the EV giant, aligning with the nation’s sustainability goals and economic ambitions.

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