I agree Norbert. If I were tesla, I'd apply (or at least publicly state it) closer to the launch of the S to help silence the uproar
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I think it would be a clever move to demonstrate the Model X prototype near end of 2012, then apply for a loan to finalize development (e.g. building and crash testing prototypes), and rolling out (e.g. homologation in markets abroad, opening more stores). That would serve as a solid point to those opposing any loan.
But with Tesla stating they have enough to finish S and X, people would jump on the inconsistency of their statements.
Yes, I can see it working in that scenario, though it might be better to push the idea that it's for Bluestar
If I were Tesla I would push the bluestar first, then an updated roadster, and then the model X. I believe that Toyota has the X market covered with Tesla drive trains in the Rav 4 EV.
There is a point in Model X competing against the new RAV4 EV. Let's not get to discuss how Model X will or will not blow any other SUV out of the water - wrong thread.
As the Model X is based on the "skateboard" platform, Tesla speaks about "just" $100m for development, then selling another 15k cars/y. That's easy money, plus the increased volume will help R&D. They need medium volume for the "skateboard" platform to do the bluestar platform on their own financial resources, which is a requirement to apply for ATVM loans.
As the Model X is based on the "skateboard" platform, Tesla speaks about "just" $100m for development, then selling another 15k cars/y. That's easy money, plus the increased volume will help R&D. They need medium volume for the "skateboard" platform to do the bluestar platform on their own financial resources, which is a requirement to apply for ATVM loans.
Financially it makes complete sense to do the X first. Basically takes the same platform and potentially doubles their revenue. No-brainer.
Another very interesting article.
If Tesla can work on Bluestar, or whatever it would have been, fine, without the loan, all the better. So was there a very recent decision, or did SFGate miss it again? Probably doesn't matter anymore at this point.
SFGate update reflecting Elon Musk quotes:
Tesla loan: On second thought, never mind. | Fossils Energy and Clean Tech | an SFGate.com blog
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There will apparently be videos from Elon's SpaceX presentation at the National Press Club, but I haven't found a good link yet.
Here is a page with quick notes/transcript:
RLV and Space Transport News Elon Musk presentation at National Press Club
Tesla loan: On second thought, never mind. | Fossils Energy and Clean Tech | an SFGate.com blog
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There will apparently be videos from Elon's SpaceX presentation at the National Press Club, but I haven't found a good link yet.
Here is a page with quick notes/transcript:
RLV and Space Transport News Elon Musk presentation at National Press Club
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