The ENTIRE History of Tesla in 13 Minutes (From $0 to Flying Car)

How did Tesla go from a struggling electric-car startup to one of the most influential companies in the automotive industry? In this documentary, we explore the entire history of Tesla—from its early beginnings and the development of the original Roadster to the Model S, the Model 3 production crisis, global expansion, and the company's ambitions beyond electric vehicles. Tesla's journey was never simple. Financial pressure, manufacturing challenges, leadership controversies, fierce competition, and enormous expectations repeatedly tested the company. Discover the decisions, risks, failures, and breakthroughs that helped Tesla reshape the electric-vehicle industry—and the challenges that could determine its future. This is the story of how Tesla changed the way the world thinks about cars. Welcome to World Told, where we explore the stories behind the companies, people, and decisions that change our world. Subscribe to World Told for cinematic documentaries about the world's most influential companies. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 — The Silence at the Red Light 00:45 — The EV Graveyard 02:15 — Before Elon: The Origins 04:45 — 2008: Near Death 06:00 — Model S & The Supercharger Moat 07:30 — The Secret of Tesla 08:45 — Production Hell & Growth Sprint 11:00 — Cybercab & The Roadster Return 12:15 — Why It Matters 💬 QUESTION OF THE DAY: What was the first electric car you ever rode in? Let us know in the comments! 📌 This video is intended for educational and documentary purposes. It explores Tesla's history and business developments using publicly available information. #Tesla #TeslaHistory #BusinessDocumentary