Tesla Gets Backing from US President as Trump Buys Model S

US President Donald Trump has bought a Tesla Model S to show his support for Tesla in light of the latest attacks on the company; deliveries of new Model Ys have started in the US, and the company is hiring in India. That and more in today's Jowua roundup.

Trump Picks Tesla Model S

In recent weeks, more and more Tesla centers and car owners have come under violent attack. From peaceful calls to boycott the company's cars to attacks on property, and attacks on owners and reporters covering the event, it is all happening right now. The public is protesting Tesla CEO Elon Musk over his support for Trump's policies and his work in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which seeks to cut US spending.

In response to Musk's support for Trump, the US President has also expressed his support for Tesla. At an event near the White House, Trump said he loves Tesla and said he would buy a Model S.

Tesla Celebrates New Model Y Deliveries in the US

After the start of deliveries of the new Model Y in China and Europe, the company also held ceremonies for its customers in the US. Official events with customers and top employees were held at Giga Texas and at the Fremont factory. However, the actual first deliveries began a week earlier.

Tesla Model 3 & Model Y Top UK Sales in February

Tesla sales in the UK increased significantly in February. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), 3,851 Model 3s (1,990) and Model Ys (1,861) were sold last month, leading to a 21% year-on-year sales increase. This made these models the UK’s second and third best-selling cars in February. 

Tesla Is Developing in India

Tesla is gearing up to enter the Indian market after years of unsuccessful attempts. The company recently leased space for its first showroom in Mumbai and is now hiring. A recruitment event was held on March 8, where Tesla is looking for sales consultants to help it strengthen its brand presence in the country.