Tesla Model S

Tesla’s Model S debuted in Manhattan on April 30th.  If only I had $50k that I didn’t need, I’d love to pick one of these up.  Electric cars have been around a long time, but Tesla really gets it right.  There is no reason in the world that electric has to equal boring.  Both Tesla cars are incredible pieces of technology that are changing the way people think about electric cars.  The Roadster does 0 to 60 in under 4 seconds,  tops out at 125 MPH, and will go 244 miles on a charge.  Although I’d like to see more range, 244 miles is a little less than a standard tank of gas on most luxury cars so will do.

The Model S is a little slower 0 to 60, (does it in 5.6 seconds) but is no slouch.  It has a 300 mile range, seats 7, and has a new “quick charge” mode that can recharge the battery in 45 minutes (at 480v – it will charge slower at 120v).  It also has a 17″ touch screen with internet access and streaming audio in addition to what you would expect from an on board computer.

The Model S is a beautiful car to – very sleek looking – looks like a Maserati or an Aston Martin.  I’m mostly a 4×4 guy, but both Tesla make me want to go back to 2WD!

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