Tesla closes $82.5M Series F to accelerate retail expansion
Tesla finalized an $82.5 million Series F round in September 2009, with proceeds described as supporting retail expansion for Model S sales and service locations.
Evidence notes
- Tesla reported an $82.5 million Series F funding round in September 2009.
- The round included Daimler, Fjord Capital Partners, Aabar, and other investors.
- Tesla said proceeds would support retail expansion tied to Model S commercialization.
Company context
Tesla is an automotive and AI company developing Optimus, a general-purpose humanoid built on its autonomy, battery, and vertically integrated manufacturing stack.