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Tesla vs. Tesla Power: The Trademark Battle Unfolds

Elon Musk's Tesla Inc. has taken legal action against Gurugram-based Tesla Power India Ltd for trademark infringement, as revealed by a Delhi High Court record. The electric vehicle (EV) giant, headquartered in Delaware, United States, alleges that the Indian company is unlawfully using the trade names "Tesla Power" and "Tesla Power USA." Quoting a Tesla Power representative, Reuters reported that it has been present in India much before Musk’s Tesla and had all government approvals. In response, Tesla Power has asserted that it has no plans to manufacture EVs and will not market any other entities' EVs under the disputed trademark. Despite this, Tesla Inc. contends that the Indian company continued to use its brand name even after receiving a cease-and-desist notice in April 2022, prompting the lawsuit. The Delhi High Court has granted Tesla Power three weeks to submit written responses following the presentation of supporting documents. The next hearing is...