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Tesla refers primarily to Tesla, Inc., an American electric vehicle and clean energy company founded in 2003 by Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning, with notable early involvement from Elon Musk. The company is renowned for producing electric cars, battery energy storage systems, and solar products. Tesla's mission is to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. The brand is recognized for its innovative technologies, such as autonomous driving capabilities and high-performance electric vehicles. Tesla also produces energy solutions for homes and businesses, including solar panels and the Powerwall battery system, aiming to promote renewable energy usage and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Additionally, the term "Tesla" can refer to Nikola Tesla, the inventor and electrical engineer whose contributions significantly influenced the development of AC (alternating current) electricity systems, but in the context of modern usage, it is predominantly associated with the automotive and energy company.