The Tesla online reveal of the prototype Model S EV sedan got a lot of attention earlier this year. The company has been working away on developing the car but still no set sale date has been targeted. But to show progress, new images of the forthcoming four door have been released.
These pictures show a refined front end that the company says represents the styling direction for future Tesla products. The sweeping roof line creates a dramatic profile but still retains a large interior volume for passengers. The shape strives for aerodynamic efficiency and the engineers have even made the [...]

New York City’s first Tesla Motors showroom opens today in a former art gallery in Chelsea. If the news of a new auto dealership opening in the midst of hundreds of others around the country shutting their doors seems like odd timing, for Tesla it’s the perfect opportunity. We reported last year on the first ever Tesla showroom opening in California and since then the company has steadily been following through with expansion plans. The New York City area already has a solid base of Tesla roadster owners and the need for a facility in the area was clear.

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Treehugger reports that electric car maker Tesla Motors will have one of their new Model S cars on display April 30th and May 1st at the Plaza Hotel in NYC. A company representative will also be on hand both days to answer questions about the car and take reservations.
Tesla founder and CEO, Elon Musk will also appear on David Letterman Wednesday night and he will be bringing the car to the studio.
The NY promotional blitz is part of Tesla’s effort to introduce the new model and to consumers. Tesla has used media creatively in the past to build brand exposure. [...]

Images of the partially uncovered Model S have been circulating for some time. Today, Tesla finally unveiled its first ground up production vehicle. The Model S will sell for an anticipated $49,900, up to 300-mile range and a 45-minute QuickCharge capability.
The standard Model S does 0-60 mph in under six seconds and will have an electronically limited top speed of 130 mph, with sport versions expected to achieve 0-60 mph acceleration well below five seconds. A single-speed gearbox delivers effortless acceleration and responsive handling. A 17-inch touchscreen with in-car 3G connectivity allows passengers to listen to Pandora Radio or consult [...]