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What is Tesla on Uncommon?
Tesla, Inc. is an American manufacturer of electric vehicles, energy storage solutions, and solar products, founded in 2003 by Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpe...
Tesla
To Accelerate the World's Transition to Sustainable Energy
Founded by Martin Eberhard and Marc TarpenningPalo Alto, California, USA
In Uncommon
813
Public vehicles
8
Models
1
Owner
$56K
Typical value
$16K–$127K
Value range
The story
Tesla, Inc. is an American manufacturer of electric vehicles, energy storage solutions, and solar products, founded in 2003 by Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning. The company's mission is to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy through innovative electric cars that combine performance, range, and cutting-edge technology. Tesla's Model S, Model 3, Model X, and Model Y have redefined consumer expectations for electric vehicles, while the upcoming Cybertruck and Roadster promise to further push the boundaries of design and performance in the EV market.
To Accelerate the World's Transition to Sustainable Energy
History
Tesla was founded in 2003 by Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning with the goal of proving that electric cars could be better than gasoline-powered ones. Elon Musk joined as chairman after leading the initial Series A funding round in 2004. The company's first product was the Tesla Roadster (2008), a high-performance electric sports car based on the Lotus Elise chassis. The Model S sedan (2012) established Tesla as a major player in the automotive industry with its long range and impressive acceleration. The more affordable Model 3 (2017) became one of the best-selling electric cars globally. The Model X SUV (2015) introduced falcon-wing doors and advanced safety features. The Model Y crossover (2020) has quickly become a bestseller. Tesla continues to innovate with plans for a new Roadster, the Cybertruck pickup, and advancements in battery technology.
On track
Tesla does not participate in traditional motorsport series; however, its vehicles have been used in various racing events and challenges that showcase their performance capabilities. The Tesla Model S P100D set a quarter-mile record for production electric cars at 10.9 seconds in 2017. Tesla has also hosted drag racing events at its Gigafactory in Nevada, where owners can test their vehicles' acceleration against each other. Additionally, Tesla vehicles have been featured in time attack events and hill climbs, demonstrating their potential as high-performance machines despite their unconventional powertrains. While Tesla has not pursued formal motorsport competition, its cars have undeniably made an impact on the performance landscape and continue to challenge traditional notions of what a high-performance vehicle can be.
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- 2021108
- 2018107
- 202296
- 201676
- 202068
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- Mostly Unmodified112
- California-Owned59
- Some Modifications40
- Full Self-Driving Capability34
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- Sedan1
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