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Tesla Model S / by Oachs, Emily Rose,author.(CARDINAL)403028;

Includes bibliographical references and index.A quiet ride -- History of Tesla -- Tesla Model S -- Technology and gear -- Today and the future."Engaging images accompany information about the Tesla Model S. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Ages 7-12.760LAccelerated Reader ARDescription based on print version record and CIP data provided by publisher; resource not viewed.

Subjects: Tesla Model S automobile;

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Tesla Model S / by Rea, Amy C.,author.(CARDINAL)427512;

Includes bibliographical references (pages 30) and index.Taking the Tesla Model S for a ride -- History of the Model S -- What makes the Model S special -- A car from the future.The Ultimate Supercars series looks at some of the most iconic sports cars, their history and how they stand out among the rest.Accelerated Reader AR

Subjects: Informational works.; Tesla Model S automobile;

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Tesla model S / by Diaz, Julio,author.(CARDINAL)627871;

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Subjects: Electric automobiles; Tesla Roadster automobile;

Available copies: 4 / Total copies: 5

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Tesla / by Hamilton, Sue L.,1959-author.(CARDINAL)364736;

Includes bibliographical references (page 47) and index."This title introduces the Tesla. Readers will learn about the Tesla's history, models, special features, technical specs, and prevalence in popular culture. Large dynamic photos illustrate easy-to-read text, Xtreme Facts give additional information, and an Xtreme Challenge quiz shows what you've learned!"--990L

Subjects: Illustrated works.; Automobiles; Electric automobiles; Sports cars; Tesla automobiles;

Available copies: 5 / Total copies: 6

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Electric cars / by Rusick, Jessica,author.(CARDINAL)826722;

Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.Speed and stealth -- Why electric? -- Inspiring start -- Nissan leaf -- Tesla model 3 -- Lucid air -- The future's electric -- Timeline."This series explores electric cars, including why they are necessary, how they work, and the latest developments in the industry. A brief history of electric cars is included, and top builders, models, and market technologies are highlighted."--IG760L

Subjects: Illustrated works.; Informational works.; Electric vehicles; Electric automobiles;

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Ludicrous : the unvarnished story of Tesla Motors / by Niedermeyer, Edward,author.(CARDINAL)805487;

Includes bibliographical references and index.Introduction -- The startup who lived -- The top secret master plan: the accidental automaker -- The startup trap -- Making cars is hard -- Bailout -- Zero to 60 billion -- The lovers and the haters -- Solar, superchargers, and swap -- The autopilot pivot -- X marks the spot -- Defects, disclosure, and drama -- The remastered plan -- The machine that builds the machine -- Ludicrous mode -- The empire strikes back -- Conclusion.Tesla is the most exciting car company in a generation . . . but can it live up to the hype? Tesla Motors and CEO Elon Musk have become household names, shaking up the staid auto industry by creating a set of innovative electric vehicles that have wowed the marketplace and defied conventional wisdom. The company's market valuation now rivals that of long-established automakers, and, to many industry observers, Tesla is defining the future of the industry. But behind the hype, Tesla has some serious deficiencies that raise questions about its sky-high valuation, and even its ultimate survival. Tesla's commitment to innovation has led it to reject the careful, zero-defects approach of other car manufacturers, even as it struggles to mass-produce cars reliably, and with minimal defects. While most car manufacturers struggle with the razor-thin margins of mid-priced sedans, Tesla's strategy requires that the Model 3 finally bring it to profitability, even as the high-priced Roadster and Model S both lost money. And Tesla's approach of continually focusing on the future, even as commitments and deadlines are repeatedly missed, may ultimately test the patience of all but its most devoted fans. In Ludicrous, journalist and auto industry analyst Edward Niedermeyer lays bare the disconnect between the popular perception of Tesla and the day-to-day realities of the company -- and the cars it produces. Blending original reporting and never-before-published insider accounts with savvy industry analysis, Niedermeyer tells the story of Tesla as it's never been told before -- with clear eyes, objectivity and insight. -- Provided by publisher.

Subjects: Tesla Motors.; Automobile industry and trade; Electric vehicle industry;

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The Americans beautiful machines : the most iconic U.S. cars and their era. by Rong, Blake Z.,author.; Klanten, Robert,editor.(CARDINAL)291456;

Includes index.The automobile has been the backbone of American society over the last 100 years. The likes of Ford, Chrysler, and General Motors defined a new era for the USA, from transcontinental travel and suburban transportation to the great American road trip. But these cars were never just practical machines; they were part of the great American experiment and their citizens' pursuit of happiness. They represented a way of life, an expression of personality, and a means of making a living. Each era of American car culture spawned models that were perfect statements of their time. The Art-Deco-inspired airstream designs of the 1920s and '30s preceded the postwar optimism of road cruisers, while muscle cars of the 1960s characterized U.S. power on the world stage. The Americans--Beautiful Machines celebrates the likes of the Mustang, Gran Torino, Corvette, and many other classic models that put American cars firmly into the zeitgeist. From Model T all the way to the electric age of Tesla, automobiles have remained icons of American culture.--Back Cover.

Subjects: Illustrated works.; Automobiles; Automobiles; General Motors automobiles.; Ford automobile.; Chevrolet automobile.; Chrysler automobile.;

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100 dream cars : the best of my ride / by Baime, A. J.(Albert J.),author.(CARDINAL)350923;

This collection of stories profiling one hundred beautiful vehicles (and their owners) is the ultimate gift book for car lovers. New York Times best-selling author and popular Wall Street Journal "My Ride" columnist A.J. Baime selects the one hundred cars, motorcycles, and other vehicles to fill the dream garage. Stunning photography and Baime's engaging essays celebrate everything drivers love about their cars--from technical specifications to satisfy gearheads to intangibles like a driver's relationship with his or her car--making it truly "my ride." You want fast? Step on the gas in a Koenigsegg CCX, '87 Lamborghini, or 1970 Pontiac GTO. You want classic? Here are the keys to a '62 Corvette, '57 Thunderbird, or 1930 BMW--the oldest Bimmer in the United States. You want cool? Take a '64 Shelby Cobra, Tesla Model X, or Aston Martin Vulcan for a spin. You want one-of-a-kind? How about a '52 Seagrave fire truck, '73 VW Thing, or the Batmobile? You also get to meet the owners. There's the story of a pizza-delivery man who dodges polar bears in his Hyundai in Barrow, Alaska; an NBA star who endures Los Angeles traffic by having his Tesla drive for him; and a retired Kentucky entrepreneur with a 22-foot-long 1937 Cadillac, which he calls "the biggest, baddest car that could exist."

Subjects: Illustrated works.; Antique and classic cars; Automobiles;

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A man & his car : iconic cars and stories from the men who love them / by Hranek, Matt,author.(CARDINAL)837184;

"Man-about-town and NYC men's style fixture Matt Hranek is back with his second book, A Man & His Car. Here is a beautiful homage to an object of men's obsession, told in firsthand original interviews. Jay Leno, a major car collector and the host of Jay Leno's Garage, shares the story of his oldest car, a 1955 Buick Roadmaster that he bought for $350, which he literally slept in before getting his break in L.A. Kevin Costner reveals that he got so attached to the iconic Shelby Mustang he drove in the movie Bull Durham, he bought it for his own personal collection. Franz von Holzhausen, chief designer at Tesla, who worked hand in hand with Elon Musk to design the Tesla Model S prototype, says that his love of cars started when he was two (as evidenced by a picture of him sitting in a high chair drawing a car). And as for Snoop Dogg and his 1965 Cadillac "Snoop DeVille" convertible-do we even need to explain? A Man & His Car includes visits to some of the most exclusive collections in the world-from that of the Petersen Automotive Museum to those of car manufacturers from Fiat to Alfa Romeo-giving us access to Steve McQueen's favorite car, a 1956 Jaguar XKSS; the 1971 DeTomaso Pantera that Elvis purchased for his then-girlfriend Linda Thompson (and which has two bullet holes in the steering wheel and one in the driver's-side floorpan from when, after an altercation with Thompson, Presley fired three rounds into the interior when the car wouldn't start); and a super-rare, 24-karat-gold-plated 1980 DeLorean DMC-12, a model that was sold exclusively to American Express Gold Card members through the 1980 American Express catalog, for an astronomical $85,000 (equivalent to more than $250,000 today). Exquisite photos of each car accompany each story, and since cars naturally hold more detail than watches, there will be more photos in this book-of the cars head-on, of their hood ornaments and wheels, and of course full-body shots. With Hranek's storytelling, the cars become more than just vehicles for transportation and status symbols; they represent pop-culture moments, pioneering achievements, heirlooms, friendships, and more."--

Subjects: Anecdotes.; Automobiles;

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The electric vehicle revolution : the past, present, and future of EVs / by Wilson, Kevin A.(Writer on automobiles),author.;

First Sparks: Electric propulsion vies with steam power and internal combustion for prominence in the early auto industry -- Gilded Age Status: Automotive pioneers probe battery power, but electrics remain the province of wealthy, urban consumers-as Ford's Model T begins to change the world -- Success into the Shadows: Despite EV successes, the early auto industry evolves to favor gasoline cars and forges a partnership with the oil industry -- An Idea That Won't Die: As the internal combustion engine establishes dominance in the interwar years, a select few electric visionaries persist -- Fifty Years in the Shade: Irrelevant in the marketplace, the idea of the electric car regularly resurfaces among hobbyists and those concerned about the oil industry's viability -- Oil Shocks: Space Age technological advances and the oil crises plant a seed that will take decades to germinate -- The Pivot Point: How GM's EV1 happened, why it faltered, and how it became the basis that culminated with the first Tesla roadster -- Halfway There: The proliferation of hybrids, especially the plug-ins, familiarizes the industry and public with electric propulsion -- Tesla Rising: A clear-eyed view of Tesla Motors and the responses of the conventional auto industry, rival start-ups, and regulatory agencies -- The Dam Breaks: The rush to electrify has nations and companies declaring the end of internal combustion, but this radical transition isn't as easy as throwing a switch."The Electric Vehicle Revolution explores the exciting, fast-changing technology and design in the electric-vehicle world, forecasts what the future may hold, and provides an eye-opening look back at a history stretching to Victorian days"--

Subjects: Electric automobiles; Electric vehicles;

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