Tesla Model 3 tagged posts

We have got some insider news about Tesla’s compact sports sedan: the Model 3.

According to an engineer who works in Tesla and in charge of the AWD drivetrain development, the Model S P85D/85D/60D are byproduct of the Model X.

But for the Model 3, it looks like the initial cost estimate from CEO Elon Musk is too optimistic. Tesla told the media they are planning to sell the model 3 in the price range around $35,000. Below is a rendering of the Model 3 concept.

However, there are some major issues happened inside Tesla now:

1. The battery pack supplier – Panasonic, raised the price of the battery

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Today Tesla release information regarding their entry-level sports car, presumably aiming at competitors such as the BMW 3-sereis and Mercedes-Benz C class etc. Below are information confirmed:

– New car will be called: Model III
– 20% smaller than the Model S
– Starting around $35,000
– 200 mile range from a full charge
– Will use lithium-ion batteries