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06-30-2008, 10:30 AM
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Did they really make an announcement about motor production from Taiwan? I only recall that they had moved battery pack assembly from Thailand.
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Yes you're right. My mistake. |
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06-30-2008, 10:36 AM
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In my opinion, the Albuquerque thing was announced much too early. At that time, even the Roadster wasn't anywhere near being finished, so it doesn't make sense to start buying land and buildings for a car that's still barely more than an idea.
I can't remember what sort of WhiteStar news was expected in first-half '08, but if they get it out today, they still technically achieve that goal...
The overseas stuff coming back is not a surprise, and is not unique to Tesla. The decline of the dollar and rising cost of shipping makes domestic manufacturing more attractive. I actually think these sorts of moves are, on a broader scale, going to be key to the economic recovery in this country. They won't help the trade deficit until we get off oil, though...
-Ryan
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06-30-2008, 11:14 AM
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06-30-2008, 12:33 PM
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Just starting now
Not a lot of new info really...
Last edited by dpeilow; 06-30-2008 at 12:55 PM..
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06-30-2008, 01:15 PM
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"Tesla's Model S will be a fully electric, five passenger, multi-use sport sedan with a driving range of approximately 225 miles on one charge. The projected cost of the Model S is $60,000."
They suggested the new plant would be in an Enterprise Zone. The zones are Siskiyou County, San Joaquin County, East Los Angeles, Salinas Valley, Kings County, Oakland, West Sacramento and Santa Ana. So, I would guess Kings County, Salinas Valley, or Oakland.
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06-30-2008, 01:21 PM
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Is it just me or is "Model S" an extremely boring name? Not that it really matters but Whitestar sounds a lot better in my ears :)
Cobos
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06-30-2008, 02:54 PM
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Yes, you can imagine the fun Robert Farago will have guessing what the S stands for.
Anyone want to start a Whitestar naming discussion? How about the TESLA SALINA (started from Tesla Salinas)
I think it is fair to assume that NM may have been expecting this announcement for some time: http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/futur...-promises.html
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06-30-2008, 03:22 PM
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Coverage from the usual sources:
Tesla press release: Tesla Motors - Press Releases
Ze'ev's blog post: Tesla Motors - think
He mentions NM:
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Naturally, decisions such as this leave some parties, in this case our friends in New Mexico, disappointed. We would like to extend our sincerest gratitude to Governor Richardson, his staff and all of the professionals in the economic development community in Albuquerque for all of their assistance and advice, which they provided us with over the past year.
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TTAC: Tesla To Build Sedan in California, Not New Mexico | The Truth About Cars
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It looks like New Mexico's SOL. The Land of Enchantment tempted Tesla with a $7m incentive package (or was that $20m?) to locate the plant for their sometime-or-other upcoming electric sedan. Despite a big announcement from the then-governor's office, Tesla's changed their mind.
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I have to say I'm disappointed with ABG's coverage. Three separate posts and very little information:
California Gov. Schwarzenegger to make WhiteStar announcement at Tesla today - AutoblogGreen
Tesla's WhiteStar will be called the Model S - more info soon - AutoblogGreen
Tax breaks for Tesla, Model S sedan to get 225 miles, cost $60k - AutoblogGreen
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06-30-2008, 03:55 PM
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Originally Posted by OhmExcited
"Tesla's Model S will be a fully electric, five passenger, multi-use sport sedan with a driving range of approximately 225 miles on one charge. The projected cost of the Model S is $60,000."
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That's interesting - either it's got a less powerful motor and a smaller battery, or the performance might be quite "interesting". Or the journalist made it up... |
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