Tesla unveils world’s first mass-produced, highway-capable EV
Posted by PhoenixEV on Mar 26, 2009 in EV News, Manufacturers | 0 comments
HAWTHORNE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE) —Tesla Motors is now taking orders for the Model S, an all electric family sedan that carries seven people and travels 300 miles per charge. The Model S, which carries its charger onboard, can be recharged from any 120V, 240V or 480V outlet, with the latter taking only 45 minutes. By recharging their car while they...
Read MoreManufacturers: BG Automotive Group
Posted by PhoenixEV on Mar 12, 2009 in Manufacturers | 0 comments
Next in our manufacturers series is a small and inexpensive car from BG Automotive Group called the C100. The C100 is a 4 door hatchback that can go up to 45 MPH and 60-120 miles on a charge. While the speed may be a turn-off to some, those in urban will certainly like the price: $15,995 – $17,995 depending on options. The BG Automotive web site states...
Read MoreTesla to Open Midwest Regional Sales & Service Center in Chicago
Posted by PhoenixEV on Mar 3, 2009 in EV News, Manufacturers | 0 comments
The Chicago store — which will open this spring — is at 1053 W. Grand Ave., near the Kennedy Expressway in the River West neighborhood. The site is visible from the Ohio Street off-ramp and offers convenient access from the suburbs and further afield. The location gives prospective customers the opportunity to experience Tesla’s best-in-class...
Read MoreTesla Motors to Produce All-electric Luxury Sedan in California
Posted by PhoenixEV on Oct 17, 2008 in EV News, Manufacturers | 0 comments
SAN JOSE, Calif. – Tesla Motors Inc. plans to build a $250 million facility to manufacture a zero-emission luxury sedan in the heart of Silicon Valley. The nation’s leading all-electric car company will also relocate its corporate headquarters and research and development efforts to a consolidated campus in San Jose, Calif. Tesla President and CEO...
Read MoreTesla Motors Selects BorgWarner for Production of New Gearbox for Tesla Roadster
Posted by PhoenixEV on Sep 9, 2008 in EV News, Manufacturers | 0 comments
SAN CARLOS, Calif., Sep 09, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Tesla Motors Inc. has selected BorgWarner Inc. for the production of a single-speed gearbox for the Tesla Roadster and is initiating a ramped-up production rate. So far, 27 customers have taken delivery of Roadsters. Tesla engineers developed the specifications for the new gearbox and provided them to...
Read MoreManufacturers – Fisker Automotive
Posted by PhoenixEV on Sep 6, 2008 in Manufacturers | 0 comments
Continuing our Manufacturers series, Fisker Automotive was founded in 2007 as a joint venture between Fisker Coachbuild, LLC and Quantum Technologies with a mission to make a difference not only in the automotive industry, but in the environment as well. Fisker plans to produce the Karma, a plug-in hybrid luxury car that combines the best in performance, styling...
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