The revolutionary Tesla Roadster came along from the wish of the company’s founder to have a road going electric sports car that would not cost the earth. The parent company, founded in California three years ago, then designed and developed the innovative electric drive system. The majority of the development and testing work is taking place in the UK, using some of the world’s best automotive expertise and facilities. The car will be manufactured in Hethel, Norfolk by Lotus, then shipped to the US for sale.

If you think electric power equals the performance of an electric milk float, think again. The battery power delivers maximum torque from the commencement of acceleration. The Tesla reaches 60 mph in around 4 seconds and has a top speed of over 130 mph. With a range of 200 miles and a charge time of under four hours, the Telsa provides many reasons to really enjoy the open road.

For one day only, this state-of-the-art electric sports car took its place with other low carbon transport technologies as part of the Green Wheels Motor Show in England. The Tesla Roadster made its guest appearance on Wednesday 28th March, 2007.