Tesla Roadster

Had my first close encounter with a Telsa Roadster today, in the company parking lot of all places.  Well, bonuses were paid out on March 15.  At any rate, it's a great looking car.  Very low slung profile, narrow, and with a cockpit of an interior.  And 900 pounds of batteries!

Some specs from the Telsa Motors web site:

• 0 to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds
•  375 volt AC induction air-cooled electric motor with variable frequency drive
• Top speed: 125 mph (electronically limited)
•  Output 288 peak horsepower (215kW) and 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) of torque. Redline at 14,000 rpm.
• 236 miles per charge
• Zero emissions

First time I've seen horsepower related to kilowatts!  See more here . . .