http://gas2.org/2015/02/12/tesla-model-x-beta-prototype-spotted-testing/ Tesla Model X Beta Prototype Spotted Testing Christopher DeMorro 2015/02/12
[images / yobigd20 http://gas2.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/model-x-prototype-1.jpg (X Beta) http://gas2.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/model-x-prototype-4.jpg http://gas2.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/model-x-prototype-5.jpg http://gas2.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/model-x-prototype-3.jpg http://gas2.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/model-x-prototype-2.jpg ] During last night’s quarterly report call, Elon Musk mentioned that though the public wouldn’t see the final, finished Tesla Model X before deliveries began, there were already about 30 “beta” prototypes testing on the roads. Coincidentally, one of these prototypes was spotted by a Tesla Motors Club forum member, just hours ahead of Musk’s big call. The camo-clad Model X prototype shows much of the same design as the original concept, barring the addition of real sideview mirrors as opposed to the video cameras Musk would prefer. You can clearly make out the falcon-wing doors, which are partly responsible for the repeated delays of Model X deliveries. From the back, it looks a lot like other crossovers and SUVs on the road with a fat booty and high waistline. The front end also looks a like like the Model S sedan, which should come as no surprise since the two vehicles share a platform. Last night Musk mentioned that there are features on the Model X the public doesn’t even know about yet. Considering features we already know about, like the falcon-wing doors, towing capacity (a first for a production electric vehicle), Dual Motor all-wheel drive, and an optional third row of seating, it’s hard to imagine what Musk might have in store. For those Tesla Model X reservation holders, these spy pics are the closest we’ll get to seeing the electric SUV before deliveries begin later this year. [© gas2.org] http://cleantechnica.com/2015/02/12/tesla-model-x-pictures-testing/ Tesla Model X Spy Pics, + No Motor Show Unveiling Due To “Different Features” February 12th, 2015 by Zachary Shahan ... http://evobsession.com/tesla-model-x-beta-spy-shots-6-pictures-special-features-no-show-delivery/ Tesla Model X Beta Spy Shots (6 Pictures), & Special Features = No Show Before Delivery February 12th, 2015 by Zach ... http://ecomento.com/2015/02/13/spy-shotstesla-model-x/ Spy shots of Tesla Model X EV appear February 13, 2015 Steve Hanley ... http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/34067-Where-is-the-Model-X-Test-Mule-Is-there-one/page53 yobigd20 http://www.bidnessetc.com/34746-tesla-motors-inc-model-x-beta-version-spotted-in-california/ Tesla Motors Inc Model X Beta Version Spotted In California By: George Zack Feb 12, 2015 Tesla Motors is facing the heat today, after the automaker posted disappointing fourth-quarter 2014 financial results, missing both analysts’ revenue and earnings per share estimates. In other news, a member of Tesla Motors Club forum shared a photo of a beta version of Model X, spotted in California a few days back. The picture reveals a four wheel electric SUV in a pitch black color, gliding across the streets. Model X’s door mirrors can be seen in the photo, which will most likely be replaced with video cameras to make the design aerodynamic. It is thought the door mirrors pulls back the vehicle to boost maximum drive range. Second photo of Model X reveals the rear-view of the vehicle, where the gullwing doors can be clearly seen. On display is the width of the gullwing doors, which are touching the rooftop of the vehicle. The automaker has been delaying the launch of the EV for almost a year. At first, the Palo Alto-based automaker announced the Model X would hit markets by late 2013, but later the launch was delayed to “somewhere in 2014.” Last month, Tesla Motors Inc CEO Elon Musk confirmed the Model X will be on roads by the third-quarter this year. In its 4QFY14 earnings release on Wednesday, the company announced that currently 30 beta version of Model X have been built, and are currently in the testing phase. So far, the crash results of the beta version have been great, and will meet up to “high safety standards set by Model S.” The company’s press release further mentioned that Release Candidate Model X will be tested in March, which will have a design close to the final version. The vehicle will be all wheel drive (AWD), and carry similar dual electric motors that are used in Model S. 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