Tesla Motors opens doors


	Tesla Motors opens doors

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5-5-2008 12:29 PM

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5-6-2008 11:33 AM

AcesLucky

I'm still thinking this is a hoax. It sounds too good to be true. And I'd wonder the cost of a full charge vs those miles per charge compared with cost of miles per gallon.

I'm just not convinced yet. It's an extraordinary claim this car maker makes. Let's hope he's right!

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