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Edinburgh Live
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- Edinburgh Live
Elon Musk's Tesla logo has hidden symbol - and people are only just realising
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Elon Musk's automotive giant Tesla, renowned for its electric vehicles, has an emblem that's become iconic, yet the true meaning behind the sleek 'T' logo remains a topic of intrigue. The prominent 'T' in the badge is not only a tribute to the brand's name but is also believed to symbolise the cross-section of an electric motor. The logo presents a modern, stylised version of the letter T, designed to reflect the inner workings of an electric motor. However, this detail had flown under the radar for many until it sparked a wave of curiosity on social media platforms like Reddit today. A Reddit user's question ignited the discussion: "Other than the obvious 'T', what does the Tesla logo represent? I've heard it resembles a particular part of the engine?". This prompted a cascade of guesses and theories among Redditors, with suggestions ranging from the plausible to the playful. Despite the rampant speculation, a clear-cut explanation had escaped the notice of many at first. Echoing a report by Mirror US, one commenter offered a likely theory: "The most plausible theory that I read was that it's part of a cross section of an induction motor.", reports the Mirror. Meanwhile, another Redditor whimsically proposed: "It resembles a cat nose." In a similar vein, someone else recounted their own search for clarity, remarking: "I was trying to look this up yesterday but I never thought to ask here. I could not find much." A fourth person also remarked: "It's fascinating to me how many plausible answers there are here. Whether it looks like a piece from an induction motor, or a power line, or a battery in an electrical schematic, or evokes the Model T, or is like Serbian axes, or even bears resemblance to Mr Tesla's face, it's clear that the logo is a great piece of design - regardless of whether it was intentional or not." The US-based firm, known for its electric cars and sustainable energy solutions, was first established as Tesla Motors in 2003 by Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning to pay tribute to the renowned inventor Nikola Tesla. By February 2004, Elon Musk led the initial investment round and took charge as chairman, before becoming CEO four years later. Despite the company's high profile, the true inspiration behind its emblem still prompts speculation. It's reported by AutoPi that RO Studio was responsible for creating the Tesla badge. Initially designed to sit within a shield motif, the decision was later made to ditch the shield for what is now the unmistakable "T." While it might look like a simple "T", the brand's honcho Mr Musk has suggested in an old tweet that the symbol stands for something more central to the company's core products: it is meant to represent the cross-section of an electric motor. AutoPi has shed light on the design of Tesla's emblem, stating: "The main body of the 'T' represents one of the poles that protrude from the rotor of a motor, while the second line on top represents a piece of the stator. It creates a decent approximation of an electric-motor cross-section by repeating the Tesla logo in a circle, with the top of each 'T' facing outward." Elon Musk is far more than just a significant figure at Tesla; he's one of its original founders, the chief executive, and the principal shareholder. By February 2025, he's expected to hold a hefty 12.8% stake in the company. While Musk may have the largest individual share, Tesla's financial backing comes from a variety of investors, including prominent institutional giants such as Vanguard and BlackRock.
Daily Mirror
26-05-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Elon Musk's Tesla logo has 'hidden symbol' - and people are only just realising
Tesla's logo is the letter T, which is widely believed to be stylised to represent a part of the electric motor - but some people have different ideas about what it looks like Elon Musk's car brand Tesla is a household name - yet mystery shrouds the meaning behind the brand's emblem. The letter T clearly is a nod to the name but it also said to represent the cross-section of an electric motor. The badge showcases an avant-garde, stylised iteration of the letter T, which aims to mirror the cross-section of an electric motor. But many users were unaware of this, and shared their interest on Reddit and other social media platforms today. Curiosity bubbled on Reddit when a user queried: "Other than the obvious 'T', what does the Tesla logo represent? I've heard it resembles a particular part of the engine?". The post sparked a flurry of speculation, with Redditors proposing various interpretations. Yet amidst the conjecture, there's a definitive explanation that eluded many initially. As reported by the Mirror US, one commenter speculated: "The most plausible theory that I read was that it's part of a cross section of an induction motor." Another whimsically suggested: "It resembles a cat nose." Another individual shared their recent quest for answers, stating: "I was trying to look this up yesterday but I never thought to ask here. I could not find much." A fourth individual also observed: "It's fascinating to me how many plausible answers there are here. Whether it looks like a piece from an induction motor, or a power line, or a battery in an electrical schematic, or evokes the Model T, or is like Serbian axes, or even bears resemblance to Mr Tesla's face, it's clear that the logo is a great piece of design - regardless of whether it was intentional or not." The American company, specialising in electric vehicles and clean energy, was originally founded as Tesla Motors in 2003 by Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning, honouring the famed inventor Nikola Tesla. Come February 2004, Musk spearheaded the initial round of investment and took the helm as chairman, later ascending to CEO in 2008. Despite its prominence, there remains some mystery around the meaning behind the brand's emblem. AutoPi reports state that it was RO Studio who came up with the Tesla insignia. Originally conceived to nestle within a shield icon, they eventually opted to scrap the shield concept in favour of the now iconic standalone "T." Although it might appear to simply be a "T", the symbol actually nods to the heart of the brand's offerings, or so Tesla's chief Mr Musk pointed out in a past tweet. The design aims to mirror the cross-section of an electric motor. AutoPi explains: "The main body of the 'T' represents one of the poles that protrude from the rotor of a motor, while the second line on top represents a piece of the stator. It creates a decent approximation of an electric-motor cross-section by repeating the Tesla logo in a circle, with the top of each 'T' facing outward." Mr Musk isn't just any big cheese at Tesla—he's a founding member, the head honcho, and the top shareholder. As of February 2025, it's forecasted that he'll own a substantial 12.8% slice of Tesla. Despite Musk holding the lion's share, the electric vehicle giant is also backed by various other investors, which includes big-name institutional heavyweights like Vanguard and BlackRock.
