May 24, 2013
The Future of Luxury will be the theme of a Querciabella wine tasting in Copenhagen that breaks with convention in more ways than one. On May 31st, a small group of fine wine connoisseurs will gather at Tesla Motors' showroom in the Danish capital for an exclusive sneak peek of the Silicon Valley electric car company's ... Continue reading
May 23, 2013
by Gualberto Ranieri Auburn Hills May 22, 2013; On May 22, 2013, Tesla, a California-based EV manufacturer, said it has repaid a DoE loan adding: âTesla will be the only American car company to have fully repaid the government.â (http://www.teslamotors.com/about/press/releases/tesla-repays-departmen t-energy- ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports: Tesla Model S Earns Top Overall Test Score
May 9, 2013
The Tesla Model S, an all-electric luxury sports car, has earned the highest score in Consumer Reports' ratings: a 99 out of 100. The $89,650 EV, built by a small automaker in Palo Alto, California, performed better, or just as well overall, as any other vehicle--of any kind--ever tested by Consumer Reports. "The Tes ... Continue reading
Tesla Introduces Resale Value Guarantee
May 3, 2013
PALO ALTO, Calif. 03/05/13; Tesla Motors announced today that it is raising the Model S resale value guarantee to be the highest of any premium sedan brand made in volume (excludes rare, low volume or limited edition vehicles). Buying a Model S through the Tesla financing offering now comes with a guarantee that the re ... Continue reading
Nutson's Nuggets - Automotive News April 22-28, 2013 Just In-Case You Were Snoozing
Apr 28, 2013
* We've been waiting in great anticipation for GM to announce pricing on the fabulous new Corvette Stingray introduced at the Detroit auto show and due in dealer showrooms later this summer. The base price for the coupe will be a mere $51,995 including the $995 destination charge. The convertible will be $56,995. Price ... Continue reading
Epic Delivers First Production TORQ EV to Former Tesla Executive
Apr 13, 2013
Epic EV delivered the first production TORQ EV Roadster to San Francisco resident and former Tesla Director of Communications David Vespremi at its headquarters over the weekend. 'and I don't have to own a pickup truck or trailer to do it' In development since 2010, the novel 3-wheel, open top, high-performance elect ... Continue reading
Apr 5, 2013
Here are the 2013 vehicles sold in the U.S that can get 40+ MPG combined Highway and City Driving Notice there are only SEdans, Wagons and One SUV that meets the great MPG criteria. ... Continue reading
Tesla Motors Boosts Production Capabilities with Mentor Graphics Electrical Design Software
Feb 23, 2013
Mentor Graphics Corporation today announced that electric car manufacturer Tesla Motors has standardized on the Mentor Graphics Capital toolset for 12-volt electrical systems design. After evaluating alternative solutions, Tesla concluded that the Capital toolset matched the two key selection criteria: strong electrica ... Continue reading
Hey Mac What's Up? - Tesla Skips Chicago Show Amid $$ Crunch
Feb 13, 2013
By Mac Gordon Editor at Large Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel Chicago February 13, 2013; Tesla Motors' make-or-break crusade to weather the auto show season and avoid a U.S. Bankruptcy Court came to the crisis stage during the Chicago show in early February. Despite Federal Department of Energy loans of $465 million a ... Continue reading
January 2013 Electric Vehicle Sales Continue To Short Out
Feb 4, 2013
Electric Vehicle Sales Sputter; Ford Offers Focus Incentives Electric vehicles and plug-in electric hybrids are off to a tough start in January, after a disappointing 2012. General Motors Co. said Friday sales of its plug-in hybrid Chevrolet Volt rose 89 percent to 1,140 over January 2012. But that's still much lower t ... Continue reading
Tesla Motors Announces Major European Distribution Center in the Netherlands
Dec 12, 2012
New facility will serve as final Model S assembly point, vehicle distribution hub and regional service center As a key step towards beginning worldwide distribution of Model S, Tesla Motors announced today that it will begin operations this month at its new European Distribution Center in Tilburg, Netherlands. This new ... Continue reading
Henny Hemmes The Auto Channel's Senior European Editor Appointed World Car of the Year Jurist
Dec 10, 2012
Henny Hemmes, the Auto Channelâs senior European editor, has been installed as a juror for the World Car Awards. The WCA is a program initiated by, organized by, and conducted by automotive journalists from all over the world for the election of the World Car of the Year (WCOTY). Henny is part of the 7-member inte ... Continue reading
High Gear Media Names Best Cars To Buy 2013: Ford Fusion, Porsche Boxster, and Tesla Model S
Dec 10, 2012
High Gear Media today named three cars as its "Best Cars to Buy 2013" the Ford Fusion, the Porsche Boxster and the Tesla Model S. The awards were named by expert editors from High Gear Media's premium destination sites The Car Connection, Motor Authority, and Green Car Reports. The Ford Fusion was named The ... Continue reading
Tesla's Model S Named Best Car for 2013 by WealthTV
Nov 28, 2012
LOS ANGELES AUTO SHOW - Having difficulty determining what to get the car enthusiast in your life this holiday season? Well don't even sweat it because Wealth TV, thanks to Telsa Motors, is ready to help. Wealth TV, the premiere luxury lifestyle and entertainment network, recently announced that Telsa's Model S has e ... Continue reading
2012 Electric Vehicle Ownership Experience Study
Nov 11, 2012
Westlake Village CA November 8, 2012; J.D. Power and Associates Reports:To Increase Electric Vehicle (EV) Sales, Automakers Must Address Economic Challenges, Not Just Tout Environmental Advantages Lower Fuel Bills and Special Rates from Utility Companies Are among Ways Electric Vehicles Owners May Save Money WESTLAKE V ... Continue reading
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