Tesla Roadster’s Journey Ignites an Electric Revolution

In February 2008, the first Tesla Roadster emerged, a triumph for Elon and Ze’ev—the business magnate celebrated by leading a convoy of Roadster prototypes down California’s Highway 101. Production began two months later, marking a new era for electric vehicles. It was celebrated as a milestone for the company and a watershed for the new era of electric vehicles.

However, challenges arose. Priced at over $100K, the Roadster boasted a 244-mile range but required a laborious 24-hour charge from a standard wall outlet. Despite setbacks, Tesla persevered, propelling the electric vehicle revolution.

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