Tesla Motors shakes up the automobile industry on various fronts with the new all-electric Model S. Not only is the automaker bypassing the traditional dealership model of selling cars by opening up retails stores and taking Internet orders, but it’s also creating a splash by opening up refilling stations in California.
Critics rail against the government loan Tesla took in and warn on production numbers, but the rave reviews for the vehicle have tipped sentiment positive.
The statistics
Speed: 0 to 60 mph in 5.6 seconds
Range: A cozy 300 miles per charge at 55 mph.
Eco-friendly: Undeniable with 0 emissions.
Under the hood: A beefy 301-kW (416-horsepower) motor.
Sources: Automotive News, Wired
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