Sharp sues Tesla for violation of network gear patents

Japanese tech group seeks to bar imports of 3 Tesla models

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Sharp is suing Tesla to block imports of three models. © Reuters

HISASHI IWATO, Nikkei staff writer

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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