Tesla found a way to get out of environmental regulations at its Texas gigafactory

Tesla's gigafactory outside Austin won't have to follow the city's environmental regulations. The EV company was granted an exemption thanks to a new state law.Elon Musk has said the property will be an "ecological paradise," but Tesla has a history of violating the environment.  NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read preview Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on ...