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Sharp sues Tesla for violation of network gear patents

Japanese tech group seeks to bar imports of 3 Tesla models

Sharp is suing Tesla to block imports of three models.   © Reuters
HISASHI IWATO, Nikkei staff writer | Japan

OSAKA -- Sharp has filed a lawsuit against Tesla in Japan, claiming the U.S. electric vehicle giant infringed on patents for onboard communication equipment.

The complaint, filed against Tesla's Japanese unit in Tokyo District Court, seeks an injunction against imports of three Tesla vehicle models.

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