Impact of Internationalization Strategies in the Electric Vehicle Industry: A Case Study of Tesla
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The global electric vehicle (EV) industry has been changing rapidly in recent years, mainly because of rising environmental concerns and the global push for sustainability. Although many studies have focused on the development of EVs, how leading companies shape their global strategies through international expansion is still not fully discussed. This study uses Tesla as a typical case to examine how global expansion strategies reshape firm performance, affect market dynamics, and alter local country ecosystems in the EV field. It focuses on analyzing how Tesla’ s growth affects its operations as well as surrounding environments, filling a research gap. Based on public reports and academic studies, this study examines Tesla’ s international expansion as a typical case. It primarily covers where Tesla has focused its efforts, how it entered those markets, how it adapted to local conditions, and what it changed in terms of economy, regulation, and competition for those parts of the world. The findings indicate that fast expansion and flexibility to act help Tesla respond quickly to cute challenges in local environments. At the same time, Tesla’s worldwide activities have shaped local regulations, supply chain arrangements, and the behaviour of other companies in the same industry. Overall, this study provides insights into the functioning of global strategies within the EV sector and some recommendations for other companies aiming to expand into international markets.
Author: Biwen Cai
Institution: Newcastle University
Language: English
Subfield: Strategy and Management
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4410875267