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Several problems: The time in Ellensburg would add, what? maybe two hours to the 4 or 5 hour drive, making it 6 or 7 hours, each way, plus an overnight, just to see and drive the S. Even 4 hours is a LONG time driving. 6 or 7 is very hard for me. (I do it for my summer trips up to Canada for hiking, but once there I am there for six weeks, with only a couple of hours getting between hiking lodges, so the payoff for the long drive is much greater.) And as much as I enjoy driving the Roadster, 6 hours alone in the car is hell. If I had a girlfriend who wanted to do it, that would make a big difference. And finally, if someone else happens to be using the HPC in Ellensburg, that could add several hours more to the trip.
Actually, I'd fly before I'd drive. But I guess I don't want a test drive in an S badly enough to fly to Seattle for it. I flew there for the day when I test-drove the Roadster, but that was because I was serious about buying one if the test-drive was satisfactory. (Which, of course, it was.)
I really cannot see how SpaceX would affect TSLA stock one way or another. I get it that there is technology sharing, but I don't think the market is sophisticated enough or focused enough to take that into account amid the whims and vagaries of the market.
I've already posted that I now own 200 shares of TSLA. My average basis is 28.62. I won't say what percentage of my portfolio that is because I don't care to divulge its size, but this is a small amount for me. I've paid as high as 35 and as low as 23.73 with other purchases in between. Clearly, I am not good at spotting highs and lows, which is why I don't trade in individual stock issues unless I have non-investment reasons for wanting a stock. I.e., I just like the company.
This will bump the stock today, I'm sure:
| Tesla Motors to Begin Customer Deliveries of Model S on June 22nd World's First Premium Electric Sedan Ahead of Schedule PALO ALTO, CA -- (Marketwire) -- 05/22/12 -- Tesla Motors (NASDAQ: TSLA) will begin delivering Model S, the world's first premium electric sedan, to customers on June 22nd, 2012. Several customers will receive their cars that day at an invitation-only event at the Tesla Factory in Fremont, California. In its Q1 financial results communicated earlier this month, Tesla announced Model S would begin deliveries ahead of the July timeframe originally communicated. "In 2006 our plan was to build an electric sports car followed by an affordable electric sedan, and reduce our dependence on oil," said Elon Musk, Tesla Motors CEO and Chief Product Architect. "Delivering Model S is a key part of that plan and represents Tesla's transition to a mass-production automaker and the most compelling car company of the 21st century." Model S is the first premium sedan designed from the ground up to take full advantage of electric vehicle architecture. A revolutionary powertrain sits under the floorboard of Model S, creating an ultra-low center of gravity. Paired with an aluminum body engineered for superior handling, Tesla has created a vehicle that will raise the bar for vehicle handling and efficiency while meeting the highest standards for safety. Without an internal combustion engine or transmission tunnel, the interior of Model S has more cargo space than any other sedan and includes a second trunk under the hood. Model S seats five adults and two children in optional rear facing seats and accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in as little as 4.4 seconds. The interior features a 17" in-dash touchscreen with internet capabilities, allowing for streaming radio, web browsing and navigation. With the most energy-dense battery pack in the industry and best-in-class aerodynamics, Model S has the longest range of any electric car in the world. Model S comes with three battery pack options to fit the unique needs of different drivers. Tesla will be publishing regular updates about the event on June 22nd, as described in this company blog post. Model S test-drive events will begin rolling out to select North American cities in July. Tesla will be ramping up production throughout 2012 and plans to deliver 5,000 vehicles by year end. Reservations for the premium electric sedan currently exceed 10,000. Customers can reserve a Model S at one of Tesla's retail stores or online. About Tesla Tesla's goal is to accelerate the world's transition to electric mobility. Palo Alto, California based Tesla designs and manufactures EVs and EV powertrain components for partners such as Toyota and Daimler. Tesla has delivered more than 2,250 Roadsters to customers worldwide. Model S, the first premium sedan to be built from the ground up as an electric vehicle, begins deliveries in June 2012. Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements in this press release, including statements regarding the initial delivery date of Model S, Model S safety, Model S test drives and Model S production in 2012, are "forward-looking statements" that are subject to risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements are based on management's current expectations, and as a result of certain risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those projected. Various important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements, including the risks and uncertainties identified under the sections captioned "Risk Factors" and "MD&A" in Tesla's Form 10-Q filed on May 10, 2012. Tesla disclaims any obligation to update information contained in these forward-looking statements. Add to Digg Bookmark with del.icio.us Add to Newsvine Press Contact Shanna Hendriks Tesla Motors 650-681-5179 Source: Tesla Motors, Inc. |
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I kept debating yesterday and just didn't go for it. I saw that crash testing was complete last night at about 8 and then I couldn't sleep most of the night and kept having weird space x dreams. (probably didn't help that I was watching the Ancient Alien Astronaut Theorists show before bed)
Of course the stock price was gonna bounce and by the time I managed to get onto slow wifi $30.30 ow.
oh well this is a pretty exciting day I think... crash testing done, test drives and deliveries soon, ..........
....and Scottie will finally rest in Space
-Scott
Of course the stock price was gonna bounce and by the time I managed to get onto slow wifi $30.30 ow.
oh well this is a pretty exciting day I think... crash testing done, test drives and deliveries soon, ..........
....and Scottie will finally rest in Space
-Scott
Wow, it's just shot up to almost 31. I'm glad I bought that last 50 shares at 28. But I don't regret not having bought more. I cannot predict the market, and I could not have known this (or any other given drastic move) would happen. I bet it goes back down a bit now and settles somewhere above where it ended yesterday. But I wouldn't actually bet by selling any of my shares. I guess the crash-test results gave it a boost. It's nowhere near where it was, but it's above my basis. 
I'm pretty sure that the firm delivery date has at least as large a positive as the crash test results. Frankly, I'm surprised it's only up to $31, especially given the happy mood in the market overall this morning.
How many "shorts" will get burned if it steadily goes up over the next month to say $40? How does that work exactly? I'm wondering if we'll see a squeeze during the run up to shipping on the 22nd.
I'm really hoping to see the stock hit at least $35 again, but $44 would be better so I could get the Performance version:tongue:
spread the word!!
I was thinking at least $45 ...or $145 then the performance would be no problem
Tesla CEO tweets that crash testing is complete, Model S production ready to roll -- Engadget
I was thinking at least $45 ...or $145 then the performance would be no problem
Tesla CEO tweets that crash testing is complete, Model S production ready to roll -- Engadget
Given it was at $40 not all that long ago, I'd guess nothing will change there. Once Tesla delivers, all bets are off though. Tesla's press release said "multiple" cars being delivered on 6/22, so this isn't just a single car for show in June, this is serious delivery beginning.
Between SpaceX and this I'm practically jittery. I wanted so bad to be an astrophysicist when I was a kid, but didn't quite have the mathematical chops (i=i+1 I could do, so I'm a programmer) so the SpaceX flight literally brings tears to my eyes as the kid in me gets excited. Add in the Tesla bit and I really should have skipped the morning caffeine...
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Couldn't stay up for the launch at 12:44 am PT but, got goosebumps just watching the launch video early this morning. There are other videos here of the atmosphere at SpaceX after the launch. Elon's a rock star!As for TSLA, I think $40-$45 is beckoning. If there are no hiccups (major bugs with the cars), we are looking at well north of that in the next few months.
You are definitely right, you're a programmer. A mathematician would have said i=sqrt(-1). :smile:
(And an EE major would say I=V/R.)
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