How Tesla emerged from the brink of bankruptcy to become America's coolest car company

Tesla Motors officially changed its name on Wednesday.

The company, known for its impressive electric cars, will now simply go by Tesla Inc.

While it may seem like a small change, the move marks a symbolic shift for the company. For the last few years, Tesla has been pushing beyond electric cars into new areas of business, specifically energy storage and generation.

But Tesla's journey to becoming this new company has not always been easy. While the company has celebrated plenty of achievements, it has also experienced its fair share of setbacks.

Here's a breakdown of the company's most defining moments since its founding.