Tesla shows us what the Model S looks like on the inside (video)

We’ve recently had the chance to get closer than ever with the Model S , taking off the covers from a rolling prototype and gazing longingly at the fingerprints on its giant, Tegra-powered 17-inch central display inside. Now Tesla is showing what else is inside — inside the sheet metal, though. Tesla and its VP of Vehicle Engineering, Peter Rawlinson, have taken the time to release three videos showing the construction and development of the car, giving us a tantalizing view of the frame. Looking at the above picture the amount of cross-bracing on the front structure is impressive, resulting in what should be a very twist-averse chassis that loves being slung through the twisties. What remains to be seen, however, is how well it will hustle the weight of its battery pack around. We’re just going to wait for a test drive to find out. Continue reading Tesla shows us what the Model S looks like on the inside (video) Tesla shows us what the Model S looks like on the inside (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 07 Jan 2011 14:50:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink

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