07/20/2006
Tesla Roadster Pictures and Video
Using a unique two-speed manual transmission, the Tesla Roadster's power comes from a 3-phase, 4-pole AC induction motor coupled with the Power Electronics Module (PEM) which provides multiple functionality of inverting direct current to 3-phase alternating current, the charging system, and the regenerative braking system[via AutoBlogGreen]
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Motor: * 3-phase, 4-pole AC induction motor * 13,500 rpm maximum * Max Net Power: 185 kW * Max Torque: 180 lb-ft * Top speed: over 130 mph
Performance * 0-60 mph: around four seconds * 0-100 mph: under 11 seconds * Range: 200-250 miles per charge (estimated) * Home-based charging system (EVSE) with integral safety features
Transmission: * 2 forward speeds + reverse (by reversing the motor) * 1st gear: 4.20:1 * 2nd gear: 2.17:1 * Reverse by reversing the motor (speed electronically limited) * Final drive: 3.41:1
Exterior: * Body: Carbon fiber * Unique headlamp assemblies using proprietary HID low-beam and halogen high-beam lamp units * LED taillights, marker lights and direction indicator lights * Length: 155.4 / 3946 (in/mm)
