03-26-2009, 12:11 PM
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Tesla electric sedan to be unveiled today
I can't quite say I'm "breathlessly" awaiting the car's unveiling, but I am very curious to see what they've got planned.
Supposedly today's the day the cover comes off.
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03-26-2009, 12:56 PM
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The Mercury News has a quote from the designer that gives more of an indication of what to expect in design/styling:
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The debut of the Model S is also one for Franz von Holzhausen, the celebrated designer lured by Tesla away from Mazda last year. In an interview this week, he said his move gives him the game-changing opportunity to design greener cars.
"My goal is not to provide a quirky, unique vehicle, but something very palatable, very marketable," he said. "I have no intention of designing a car for other designers. This is a mass-market car."
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http://www.mercurynews.com/business/...nclick_check=1
And: see this EM thread for discussion of the various teaser shots and Photoshop versions of the car:
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03-26-2009, 01:18 PM
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I'm interested just to see how the price stacks up against things like the i MiEV
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03-26-2009, 01:31 PM
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They're still claiming mid $50's USD. $49ish with government incentives.
Pics leaked on ABG:
More pics: AutoblogGreen |
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03-26-2009, 01:33 PM
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It sure is purdy. I like the tiny mirrors. Kinda wondering what is up with the propeller like wheels though.
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03-26-2009, 01:42 PM
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Blenders, to satisfy the uninitiated about things aero. :P
I like it too. See the rear diffuser? Probably functional, considering it'll have a completely smooth undertray. I'm looking forward to the Cd & A figures.
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03-26-2009, 02:05 PM
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It's almost as nice as a Tempo!
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03-26-2009, 02:28 PM
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Is it possible that the Tesla wheels are intended to pull air out from under the car like the late lamented AVS Shadow Can-Am car? The 'fan blades' are oriented that way...
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03-26-2009, 03:02 PM
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Is it possible that the Tesla wheels are intended to pull air out from under the car like the late lamented AVS Shadow Can-Am car? The 'fan blades' are oriented that way...
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Only if it drives in reverse. As pictured they will work to push air under the car. |
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03-26-2009, 03:28 PM
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Oh, yeah. It's that darned visual dyslexia.
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