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Tesla Motors, a manufacturer of high-performance electric cars, has passed a significant milestone in passing the 500 mark in 2008 model year Roadster reservations. “We are currently planning to produce 800 of the first model year Roadsters, said Darryl Siry, VP of Sales, Marketing and Service at Tesla Motors, “The fact that more than 560 are already accounted for demonstrates the tremendous demand for the 2008 Tesla Roadster.”

Many Tesla Roadster customers already own hybrid gasoline cars, and have purchased the Roadster to get the best of styling, performance and efficiency, with the Roadster being twice as energy efficient as the Prius.

“One common misconception is that because of the high performance aspects of the car, it must not be as efficient as hybrid models on the market, such as a Prius,” notes Siry, “This is actually not true. Because of the unique all-electric design, the Roadster offers supercar performance yet is twice as energy efficient as the Prius. For customers who want to make a strong statement about energy efficiency, the Roadster offers the opportunity to have the best of both worlds.”

“We have also had a number of recent buyers tell us that they were in the market for a performance car like a Porsche 911 or BMW M6 when they learned of the Tesla Roadster. These customers are choosing the Roadster over traditional sports car platforms with an understanding that the power delivery and handling dynamics of the Tesla Roadster are second to none.”

Early customers have also pointed to the historical value of the first model year Roadster. “The first model year of any significant new platform tends to carry with it the thought that it may one day become a collectable. Certainly, with an all-new model from an all-new American car company and a revolutionary all-electric powertrain, there are a lot of customers interested in the 2008 Roadster as an instant classic with historical value.”

Tesla Motors to Open Auto Sales and Service Center in Menlo Park

The City of Menlo Park announced on July 31 that Tesla Motors has entered into an agreement to open a sales showroom and servicing operation at 300 El Camino Real in the City of Menlo Park. An arrangement has been finalized with the property owner, Stanford University, to lease this site to Tesla Motors, manufacturer of the Tesla Roadster electric car. The 2.6-acre property was formerly leased by Anderson Chevrolet, which closed its operation there in February 2006.

Tesla Motors, a manufacturer of beautiful, high-performance electric vehicles, chose Menlo Park after an extensive search for its Northern California sales and service center. “The location has great visibility with the types of people who are likely to consider buying a Tesla, and is also very well suited for our sales and service plans,” said Mike Harrigan, Vice President of Customer Service & Support for Tesla Motors. “It’s ideal for us,” he added.

"Tesla Motors is an exceptionally good fit for Menlo Park," says Mayor Kelly Fergusson, "Tesla's vehicles and corporate philosophy are consistent with Menlo Park's history and culture of innovation, high-tech investment, and emphasis on green technology." She added, "Tesla is a keystone in creating a 'Green Alley' destination shopping area for alternative energy vehicles and green retail on El Camino Real."

“Stanford is pleased with the successful lease negotiations with Tesla Motors and we are happy to welcome them as a new tenant,” said Leonie Batkin, Director of Property Services for the Office of Stanford Real Estate.

According to David Johnson, Business Development Manager for the City of Menlo Park, the city estimates that the dealership could be open for business before the end of the year. Immediate steps toward the anticipated opening are already underway with the City’s Planning and Building Department. Since this is a permitted use on El Camino Real, a General Plan amendment and Zoning Ordinance change are not necessary.

Tesla Motors, headquartered in the City of San Carlos, will soon begin production of its first in a series of environmentally friendly vehicles, the Tesla Roadster. Tesla promotes its Roadster as a revolution in automotive design, as it is the first vehicle to successfully combine beautiful styling, high performance and zero emissions. The Tesla Roadster accelerates from 0 to 60 in about 4 seconds, has a range of over 200 miles, and produces zero emissions. A 4-door sedan is also under development with an expected release in 2010.

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