Tesla Roadster Sport 2.5

 

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Tesla Roadster 2.5 upgrade model, introduced at the Goodwood Festival. Electric sports car Tesla Roadster 2.5 is priced from 101.500USD. The Tesla Roadster has arguably had a pivotal role in stockings public interest in electric vehicles, and in getting enthusiasts excited about Them. While the model returns for one more year fundamentally unchanged, it's now Officially Called the 2011 Tesla Roadster 2.5, signaling a number of Smaller improvements and upgrades.

A recent poll suggested 40% of Americans That were the resource persons interested in driving an electric car. Heavier, of course, being a relative term, since the Elise weighs just less than 2.000 lbs, while the Tesla, the electric drivetrain and all, is about 2.700 lbs.  Like all great sports cars, the Tesla is best driven under ideal conditions; glass smooth roads, sunny weather and little traffic. The weather held up, and the car performed admirably in stop-and-go Situations, but if you live in an area with poor roads, the Tesla Might Be a bit of a chore.

In city driving, the Tesla is quiet, comfortable and easy to maneuver. Unlike an exotic car, the Tesla seems a to inspire goodwill Among pedestrians and other motorists. With an estimated range of 250 miles the Tesla isn'ta long distance car, and your mileage May Vary. The Tesla Roadster 2.5 S is a massively impressive vehicle, Spacecraft more than sports car. Theories like global warming, peak oil and rising oil prices Should no longer bring to car fans heart palpitations. The Tesla shows just how good a zero-emission "green" technology can be.

 

Lotus Elise and Exige Recall Affects Most Tesla Roadster Models

Lotus Elise and Exige Recall Affects Most Tesla Roadster Models

As most of you may already know, the all-electric Tesla Roadster is based on the Lotus Elise with which its shares numerous parts including the rear hub flange bolts that have been deemed defective. According to the NHTSA, on some vehicles the bolts may be under-torqued and could become loose. The two companies issued separate notifications on the matter with Tesla saying that the recall affects 345 Roadster models manufactured between March 2008 and April 22, 2009 (out of a total of 400 cars sold until May 2009) while Lotus is recalling 27 Elise and Exige vehicles built from January 14 through May 5, 2009.

Both recalls are expected to begin in June. Tesla owners may contact the company at 1-877-888-3752 while Exige and Elise drivers can call Lotus at 1-800-245-6887.

Mercedes-Benz Parent Company to Announce New Electric Vehicle Partner - Could it be Tesla?

Mercedes-Benz Parent Company to Announce New Electric Vehicle Partner - Could it be Tesla?

In a few hours from now, Mercedes-Benz's parent company Daimler AG, will announce details on a new "strategic cooperation" for its electric car business. While the German firm did not disclose the name of its partner, rumor has it that it could be Tesla Motors as the two companies have already struck a deal for the Smart EV program which involves the outfitting of 1,000 electric Fortwos with Tesla's lithium ion battery pack and charging systems. We'll update this story as more details become available.

Mercedes-Benz Parent Company to Announce New Electric Vehicle Partner - Could it be Tesla?

Mercedes-Benz Parent Company to Announce New Electric Vehicle Partner - Could it be Tesla?

In a few hours from now, Mercedes-Benz's parent company Daimler AG, will announce details on a new "strategic cooperation" for its electric car business. While the German firm did not disclose the name of its partner, rumor has it that it could be Tesla Motors as the two companies have already struck a deal for the Smart EV program which involves the outfitting of 1,000 electric Fortwos with Tesla's lithium ion battery pack and charging systems. We'll update this story as more details become available.

Tesla Accepts More Than 700 Pre-Orders for Model-S in Two Weeks

Tesla Accepts More Than 700 Pre-Orders for Model-S in Two Weeks

In spite of the fact that the first examples of the Model S won't roll off the company's production line in California before late 2011, Tesla Motors has received 711 orders for its all-electric sports sedan in the two weeks that followed the unveiling of the car. The estimated base price of the Model S is $49,900 after a US federal tax credit of $7,500, with customers required to pay a $2,000 refundable deposit. There's also a Signature Edition that will be produced in 2,000 units which requires a hefty $40,000 reserve fee which is also refundable.

The Model S that can accommodate up to seven passengers -five adults and two children at the rear cargo area- features an electric drivetrain launching the sports sedan from zero to 60mph (96km/h) in 5.6 seconds and on to a an electronically limited top speed of 120 mph (209 km/h).

The sports sedan come with three available battery pack choices that offer a range of 160, 230, or 300 miles (257, 370 or 482 kilometers) per charge. The lithium-ion batteries can be recharged from any 120V, 208V or 240V outlet or quick-charged from an external direct current supply in 45 minutes.