When was the last time you a SMART car (Mercedes-Benz signature electric car) drove past you and had you saying to yourself, “dude, that is one hot car!” – not likely. If you’re like me, instead you probably said, “hmmm, not bad, I could probably fit into some tight parking spots downtown and save some money on gas”. Yesterday, Tesla Motors (San Carlos, CA), announced that Daimler (Mercedes-Benz) bought 10% of its company; making Daimler part of one of the world’s leading electric vehicle companies. Read the press release

Telsa Motors
Tesla Motors Inc. makes electric vehicles with exceptional design, performance and efficiency, while conforming to all North American and European safety, environmental and durability standards. The Roadster has a 0-to-60 mph acceleration of 3.9 seconds yet is more energy efficient than a Toyota Prius. Tesla expects to begin producing the all-electric, zero-emission Model S sedan in late 2011.

If you’ve never heard of Tesla Motors before, here’s a photo of their latest electric car, the Model S (S = Sedan):

Now, if this car drove past me, there’d be no doubt I’d be saying, “dude, that is one hot car!”.

Model S Specifications:

• 300 mile range
• 45 minute QuickCharge
• 0-60 mph in 5.6 seconds
• Seats 7 people
• More Cargo space than sedans
• 2X as efficient as hybrids
• 17 inch infotainment touchscreen

Tesla Motors Ranks First in Google for “Electric Cars”

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Superb Job Tesla Motors! I can’t wait to see one of your cars at a car show one day.