Comments on: Tesla investor Steve Jurvetson drives off in the first Model S

By: Jeffrey Fritz Crunk

Jeffrey Fritz Crunk — Sun, 10 Jun 2012 16:10:43 +0000

Fred, you would have made a big splash with that comment as a steerage passenger addressing a first class passenger on one of the early trans-Atlantic passenger ships. A really big splash.

By: Markus Roder

Markus Roder — Sat, 09 Jun 2012 09:46:09 +0000

Fred, your whining is disgusting.

Yes, this man is more successful than all of us. Now you can choose if you want to emulate him or cry about it.

Next, he bought a car that actually drives progress towards cleaner energy, better transportation and more employment for Americans. Yes, just like the first computers, mobile phones and Flat screen TVs, it is a bit more expensive than the AVERAGE American can afford – but well within reach for those who buy BMW, Mercedes, Lexus and Cadillac. Do you whine about the buyers of those vehicles, too? What do THEY do to drive development towards transportation electrification?

Or is it just because you want EVERY electric car to be a $15,000 econobox? Well, I’ve got news for you – a decent battery for >200 mile range costs more than that. So you will find NO company selling you their product for a loss. Once again, you can cry about that or try to do better yourself.

By: YuriG

YuriG — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 13:26:18 +0000

Buying this car makes a much larger statement than any 80,000 dollar donation. People will see it on the road and it will generate public interest in electric vehicles. In 7 years the battery will still work, but at around 80% capacity. So instead of 265 miles per charge it will go 212 miles. Of course this isn’t practical for the average man, but it is a stepping stone. As it was stated earlier, the roadster was released first at $100K, now the Model S at $50K, and the next Tesla model after the X will be priced around $30K.

By: fred

fred — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 02:37:21 +0000

Well how nice that this guy can whip out a check for around $100K. Why not buy a $20K car like the rest of us and donate the remaining $80K to charity if you’re that rich? What happens in 7 years time when the battery is worn out? You’re up for how much to buy a new one? Still not very practical for normal people with limited money.

By: Jurvetson

Jurvetson — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 15:34:54 +0000

The base model of the Tesla Sedan has a lower total cost of ownership than a Ford Taurus. And Pat is directionally correct.

By: jpa

jpa — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 15:08:50 +0000

it’s a stepping stone to get to a affordable, sustainable car. Someone has to pay for that R&D.

By: Pat Patterson

Pat Patterson — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 14:52:28 +0000

This car is half the price of the last one. The next car will be half the price of this. Iterate until affordable.

By: Bob

Bob — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 13:18:56 +0000

What good is a sustainable vehicle that the masses can’t afford. Might as well drive a Porsche.

By: Mike Kijewski

Mike Kijewski — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 12:46:15 +0000

Don’t brick it.

By: Jan Leeman

Jan Leeman — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 04:03:48 +0000

Congrat – Steve!
Jantheman