Nov 1, 2007

Tesla Roadster - electric sports car


Do you want to take a ride on a car that burn rubber, not fuel? Introducing Tesla Roadster, the fastest electric car in the world. The Tesla Roadster gets its power from 6,831 lithium-ion battery cells. It offers the power of a sports car but doesn't use even a single drop of fuel.



The body design is based on the English company Lotus Elise. One of the unique features of the car is the gear stick with just two gears, one for the first 100km/h and the other for anything beyonde that. Other features is like a stereo system with Bluetooth and iPod connection.



Specs :
  • Power : 185 kW
  • Top Speed : 210 km/h
  • Acceleration (0-100km/h) : 4.2s
  • Maximum Torque : 260 Nm
  • Engine : 3-phase motor
  • Energy storage : 6,831 Lithium-Ion cells
  • Battery life : approx. 160,000 km
  • Battery charging time : 3.5 hours
  • Max. range : 400 km

Visit Tesla Motors website at http://www.teslamotors.com for more information. By the way, enjoy this video.

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