With its sales cratering in the West, the electric vehicle giant is making a high-stakes pivot to the world's third-largest auto market.

Tesla’s long-awaited India debut comes as the government considers lowering EV import duties in a U.S. trade deal.

Tesla is entering the Indian electric vehicle market with its first showroom in Mumbai, launching with the Model Y at a premium price due to import du

Experts told CNBC that Tesla will compete in the premium segment of the market with the likes of BMW, rather than with local EVs like those from Tata Motors.

Tesla inaugurated its first showroom in India on Tuesday, located in Mumbai. The launch was followed by a dramatic showcase on Wednesday when Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde drove a Tesla car into the state legislature premises,

The Tesla Model Y Pearl White Multi-Coat RWD costs Rs 62,02,640 in Delhi and Rs 62,03,140 in Mumbai. While the RWD Long Range is priced at Rs 70,10,640 in Delhi and 70,11,140 in Mumbai.

Elon Musk's electric dream finally rolls into India with a flashy showroom in Mumbai’s upscale Bandra Kurla Complex. Here’s what’s inside, what it’ll cost you, and where it’s heading next.