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Old 08-22-2013, 09:46 AM   #2 (permalink)
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It is safer *because* it is an EV - there is no engine 'lump" in the front, so the entire structure can be used to absorb energy, and do so over a longer time period.

As you mentioned the low Cg is also possible *because* the Tesla Model S is an EV. It handles better *because* it is an EV. And it performs better because it is an EV. It is about 2X more efficient than a Prius. It is incredibly quiet and smooth.

The Tesla Model S is quite possibly the best car ever built.
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