Tesla
unveils the
Model 3, its
mass-market electric car
HAWTHORNE, California — The
Tesla Model 3, the company's "affordable"
mass-market electric vehicle, is finally here.
In keeping with virtually every
Tesla unveiling to date, Elon Musk took to the stage a bit later than promised. Likely, his tardiness did **t scare off any potential buyers; People have been in line to plunk down a deposit for the
Model 3
for days.*In fact, demand has been so high, Musk opened up online order forms early — and to
additional countries — Thursday evening.
SEE ALSO:
Why the Tesla Model 3 will make or break the company
Claiming the
Model 3 will have a five star rating in all categories, Musk said the
Model 3 will have a range of 215 miles — 15 miles more than his original promise. He also said even the base
Model will be able to go from*0 to 60mph in less than 6 seconds.
Read more...
More about
Tesla,
Elon Musk,
Model 3,
Tesla Motors, and
Cars