Tesla Roadster Sport console

February 21, 2010

Tesla Roadster Sport console

This is the console inside the Tesla Roadster Sport I got to take a ride in. My first Tesla ride took place in Chicago. I rode Amtrak up there to be a part of the opening of the Tesla store in that city. In case you think the leg on the left is mine that isn’t the case. The left leg belongs to the Tesla employee driving. You can see when someone tells you the Tesla is a little close on elbow room they are right. At no time during my ride did I feel uncomfortable or to close to the other person. I could see where others might feel that way.

I’m sure I said this many times during my first ever Tesla Roadster ride. I don’t know how anyone would want to drive a gas or fossil fueled vehicle after taking a spin in a Tesla. I am fully aware that most electric cars don’t offer the performance of the Tesla. All I know is that my ride just increased my want to own an electric car. Because even though others may offer a less intense experience. There are many elements electric vehicles share.

Depending on which review you read or watch. Some people will say the Tesla Roadster is silent. Others will mention that you only hear the wind and road noise. A few do tell you about the electric engine whir when the vehicle accelerates. I wish I had the money to purchase a Tesla. Then I’d have the pleasure of hearing that whir everyday.

I’ll include a few other photos below. In one of them if you look to the left you will see the Tesla Motors keychain. The Chicago store gave these away during the opening event.