Tesla WhiteStar

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WhiteStar is the codename of a planned electric car from Tesla Motors. It is expected to be the second vehicle produced by the company, after its Tesla Roadster electric sportscar. Release is anticipated for the 2010 model year[1].

The WhiteStar is being designed as a high performance electric sedan, competing with such cars as the BMW 5-series. This is primarily in order to justify the high costs of high density lithium ion batteries. This business model follows that of the the high performance Tesla Roadster sportscar, which is priced close to $100,000 USD.

Initial pricing is estimated at $50,000 for the standard model or $65,000 for a premium model with greater performance and range. Profits from the WhiteStar are expected to fund development of a more affordable third vehicle codenamed "BlueStar".

Construction of the assembly factory in Albuquerque, New Mexico was supposed to begin in April 2007 but has been delayed.[2][3] While the chassis, body, motor and energy storage system will likely be unique to Tesla Motors,[4] Albuquerque provides a central location for shipping.[5]

The government of New Mexico is contemplating ordering 100 WhiteStars at the direction of Governor Bill Richardson.[6]

  1. ^ Tesla Motors Secures $45 Million Series D Investment
  2. ^ Tesla Motors press release - announcement of Albuquerque plant
  3. ^ The Albuquerque Tribune Editorial: Don't hold your breath on Tesla Motors plant
  4. ^ Darryl Siry responds to rumor on Jalopnik forum
  5. ^ Tesla Motors blog post regarding Albuquerque decision
  6. ^ Tesla Motors to build assembly plant in New Mexico to produce WhiteStar electric sports sedan
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