This post probably has more photos than any other post on this site, but it is proof that I have seen many Tesla Model S examples within an approximate one-year period. I know there are still a few people who haven't seen one in person, and if any of those few are from California, I find it very surprising since there are lots of them here. I read that apparently Seattle has the most Teslas (Model S and Roadster) per square mile than anywhere in the U.S. and more Teslas are sold in Norway than any other country on Earth (In Norway, gas is $10/gal.). Just last month the Tesla Model S was launched in select right-hand drive markets (i.e. Hong Kong, UK, Australia). For the first several months that it was on sale, the Model S outsold other EVs and plug-ins, such as the Nissan Leaf and Chevy Volt, as well as a few premium brands. Also in the gallery, I drove by Tesla's main factory and headquarters in Fremont, California back in early February, and I came across two Tesla Superchargers so far: one in Gilroy and one in Tejon Ranch, the latter located south of Bakersfield and approximately one hour north of Los Angeles. The Tesla Superchargers are free to use; the only restriction is that you have to be a Tesla owner to access them. In other news, Saleen unveiled their iteration of the Tesla Model S at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance last weekend. Dubbed the Foursixteen, it has a significant power upgrade over the stock Model S. Cosmetic changes to the Foursixteen that differentiate it from the standard Model S include a new front fascia that resembles one of a Porsche Panamera and McLaren MP4-12C combined, and a small rear wing. I think it looks pretty nice. Overall, I would have to say the Tesla Model S is the most innovative car of the 21st Century. It is economical, practical, and quick. Inside, a 17-inch touchscreen adorns the center console, which looks as if an iPad was glued into the dashboard. Select Tesla Model S's come with two child seats in the very back of the car, adding on to the original seating arrangement for five adults. In addition, the Model S is one of the only vehicles that I would say placing a gas engine under the hood and taking out the battery would ruin its appeal. Finally, all of the Model S examples displayed above were spotted in California except for the two painted red, which were in Beijing back in June.
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