An Analysis of Tesla's Disruptive Innovation Strategy

With the rapid development of new energy vehicles, governments and automobile manufacturers are generally aware that environmental protection is an important direction for the development of the future automotive industry, and Tesla, as a representative of the global new energy electric vehicles, has great research significance. In the fierce environment of the automobile market, Tesla has won the leadership position with many innovations. Therefore, the company is considered a disruptive innovation by the public. This paper focuses on whether Teslas innovation is disruptive innovation, and studies Teslas disruptive innovation strategy through literature reading and qualitative analysis. This paper discusses the definition of disruptive innovation, Teslas current innovation status and explores the difference between it and incremental innovation. This paper draws the conclusion that Tesla is a disruptive innovation by considering whether it creates a value network as a breakthrough point. Finally, the paper puts forward some suggestions, including extending the product line, adjusting its price to maintain its competitive advantage and innovation, adjusting the channel level based on local markets, provide more extreme and detailed experiential marketing and after-sales service, so as to promote Tesla's sustainable innovation.