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This event caused long queues of potential buyers in northern Bogota, which spread on social networks.
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That is why President Pietro pointed out what happened. He talked about electric cars and stated that he would “buy” one if he knew how to drive.
“These are the lines in Bogota to buy an electric car. “If I knew how to drive a car, I would buy an electric car.”President Gustavo Pietro said.
The Colombian president stated that people who do not have the possibility to purchase an electric car can continue to use public transportation.
“For those of us who cannot afford to buy, I recommend pushing for electric public transportation and rail.”This was stated by the Head of State.
During the first weekend of Tesla’s presence in Colombia, the interest generated by the brand was reflected in the activity of social networks and in the attendance observed since its debut on November 20.
What happened on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at the Andino Shopping Center has heightened expectations among those who closely follow the company’s progress in the country.
Reports collected during those days indicated that many people arrived in the T area, a sector known for its uniqueness in Bogotá. The main motive that prompted many to form long queues, Some last up to an hour, and the interest was to see the Tesla cars on display live.
In the north of the city, several recordings showed how, despite the high temperatures, a crowd of people waited impatiently to observe the electric cars up close and learn about the technological innovations that distinguish the company.
Since Tesla’s arrival in Colombia, this has sparked an immediate reaction from President Gustavo Petro, who welcomed the opening of Elon Musk’s company operations in the country and sent a direct message to the businessman.
In a public statement via his account X, The President stressed Colombia’s role in producing and exporting electric cars.
“There is already an installation of Colombian, Japanese, Chinese and French companies that have been installed with the production capacity of 180,000 electric cars that will be produced in Colombia for the local market and for export,” said President Pietro.
The Colombian president stressed that the American businessman “understands Colombia’s potential.”
“I welcome Elon Musk, I think he has understood the Colombian potential. Petro wrote through his official account: “Hydrocarbon vehicles will pay more customs duties when they enter the country.”
In this way, the President emphasized the attractiveness of the national market for electric mobility and reiterated the tax incentive for less polluting technologies.
Information about Tesla’s launch in the country was developed by Analytic evaluationwhich detailed that the automaker’s official debut will take place during the 2025 International Auto Show, which will be held from November 14 to 23 in Corferias, Bogotá.
According to the same portal, Karen Scarpetta, who was responsible for WeWork in Latin America, said: He will lead the brand’s local strategy focused on technology, sustainability and user experience.
Tesla formalized its presence in Colombia through Tesla Motors Colombia SAS, a company registered with the Bogotá Chamber of Commerce on January 4, 2024.
Among its activities it expects not only the marketing of new vehicles, but also the development of maintenance infrastructure, Repair and electrical energy, along with energy control solutions.
Internationally, Tesla has announced cheaper versions of the Model 3 and Model Y, which are part of its most popular portfolio and could arrive in Colombia. “The Model Y Standard and Model 3 Standard are here,” the company announced, with both cars priced at under $40,000.