The concept of electric cars is not a new one, but Tesla Motors and its founder Elon Musk are bringing a whole new mindset to the space — the company's Model S sedan couples the eco-friendly electric engine with performance and luxury that has largely eluded electric vehicles thus far. Follow along with the story of the Model S here, from its announcement back in late 2011 to our two-day test drive up the California coast, and beyond.
This is Tesla's D: an all-wheel-drive Model S with 'autopilot'
A new top of the line
Power play: how Tesla's unprecedented battery demand could energize US manufacturing
Can Elon Musk build a better battery market?
Going the distance: driving the Tesla Model S in the real world
Elon Musk's first sedan can take you on an adventure, for better and worse
First Tesla Model S deliveries set for June 22nd
Tesla is saying that the first delivery of the Model S electric sedan will happen on June 22nd. The news follows last night's tweet from CEO Elon Musk verifying that the all-electric sedan received a 5-star safety rating in crash tests and was therefore approved for sale to the public.
Tesla releases revised Model S range stats: up to 350 miles at 55 mph
Tesla Motors has released revised range figures for the two top-of-the-line models of its forthcoming Model S sedan, with the car now quoted as being capable of up to 350 miles at 55 mph.
Tesla Model S electric sedan pricing and options announced, starts at $57,400
Tesla Motors has announced final pricing and option details for the much-anticipated Model S electric sedan, which will start at $57,400.
