Tesla Company Building Model S
The company has teamed up with Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger to say it has changed its mind about building its four-door sedan, now called Model S, in New Mexico, a decision that reflects its commitment to local economic development and job creation. This strategic partnership not only aims to enhance their production capabilities but also underscores the importance of leveraging state resources and infrastructure to support innovation in the automotive industry. By shifting its production focus to New Mexico, the company is optimistic about tapping into a skilled workforce and potential collaborations with local suppliers, fostering a sustainable growth model that aligns with both its corporate values and the state’s economic interests.
June 2008 We Start
June 30, 2008, Tesla Motors has officially announced that it will be building a state-of-the-art plant for manufacturing its highly anticipated electric sedan, codenamed WhiteStar, in California instead of New Mexico, a decision that reflects the company’s strategic vision for the future. The company stated this on Monday, emphasizing that the choice of California, known for its innovative tech ecosystem and commitment to sustainable energy, aligns perfectly with Tesla’s mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. This new facility is expected to create thousands of jobs and contribute to the local economy while showcasing cutting-edge electric vehicle technology that promises to revolutionize the automotive industry.
The startup, based in San Carlos, Calif., said it wants the new manufacturing center to be close to its headquarters. This is for the rollout of the second car model in its company history. For Tesla originally considered building the plant in New Mexico, which offered strong incentives.
Tesla Model S
Tesla will market the sedan as Model S. It would cost $60,000 to consumers before any tax credits or other incentives. Model S will be all electric, with a drive range of about 225 miles per charge. The company had discussed in April making both an electric and a plug-in hybrid model (see Tesla’s Second Unveiling).
Tesla plans to begin producing the four-door, five-passenger car in 2010. The company is looking at two locations in the San Francisco Bay Area for the new plant. Darryl Siry, Tesla’s vice president of sales and marketing, declined to name the two locations.
Source: Tesla Motors
