Tesla seeks import duty relief in India until local factory is built
High import duty on CBU car will make Tesla car very expensive in India
Electric carmaker Tesla is seeking import duty relief from the Indian government until the company establishes a local manufacturing unit in the country, Autocar Professional reported citing a Twitter post by Elon Musk, CEO of the company. Replying to a query on Tesla’s plan to enter the Indian automotive market, Musk said, “In discussions with the government of India requesting temporary relief on import penalties/restrictions until a local factory is built.” Musk has not yet specified any timeline for its foray into the Indian market.
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