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Tesla releases list of Model 3 premium features, including an optional glass roof
With Tesla's final Model 3 reveal set to take place sometime in July, we won't have to wait long to see what the final version of Tesla's highly-anticipated mass market EV is going to look like. In the interim, Tesla a few days ago released an updated product sheet comparing the Model 3's specs to the Model S. In doing so, we were able to glean a treasure trove of information about what the Model 3 will bring to the table. For example, we learned that the Model 3 won't be anywhere close to as fast as the Model S, hardly a surprise given the car's $35,000 price tag. Specifically, the Model 3 will feature a 0-60 MPH time of 5.6 seconds. As far as range is concerned, the entry-level Model 3 will be able to go 215 miles on a single charge.
Amid a slew of other details, one of the more interesting data points from Tesla's product sheet relayed that the Model 3 will be a lot less customizable than the Model S. Whereas the Model S is currently available in more than 1500 different configurations, the Model 3 will have fewer than 100 configuration options available. While this may disappoint some prospective buyers, it's actually an incredibly smart move on Tesla's part. Remember, Tesla has a bad habit of missing production deadlines. That said, anything Tesla can do to help streamline the production process is a step in the right direction. Historically, Tesla has shot itself in the foot by being overly ambitious with a new release, with the delays and technical problems surrounding the Model X launch being a prime example.
Having said that, it's not as if the Model 3 will come in a one-size-fits-all type of package. On the contrary, some intriguing configuration options will exist. To this point, Tesla recently updated its product sheet with a few examples of premium features Model 3 buyers will be able to purchase.
That updated list now reads:
Full Self-Driving Capability
Aluminum and Steel Body
Coil Suspension
Optional Glass Roof
18″ or 19″ Wheels
As a point of comparison, some of the Model S features that will not be available on the Model 3 include a HEPA Filtration System, Smart Air Suspension, a panoramic sunroof, auto-presenting door handles, and 21-inch performance wheels.
Portland Republican says party should use militia groups after racial attack
As tensions continue in Portland following the racially charged murder of two men on Friday, the top Republican in the city said he is considering using militia groups as security for public events. Taliesin Myrddin Namkai-Meche, 23, and Rick Best, 53, were stabbed to death and 21-year-old student Micah David-Cole Fletcher was injured when they came to the aid of two women being subjected to hate speech on public transport.
President Trump finally calls Portland attack 'unacceptable'—but slyly avoids his base
On Friday, two men, Ricky John Best and Taliesin Myrddin Namkai-Meche, were brutally murdered while trying to confront someone hurling anti-Muslim epithets on a commuter train in Portland. The two have been widely hailed as heroes, but not by President Donald Trump — until Monday. Trump broke his silence with a tweet from the @POTUS handle. Forgive us if this doesn't seem to have come from Trump himself. The Twitter account of Vice President Mike Pence also jumped in to comment. The violent attacks in Portland on Friday are unacceptable. The victims were standing up to hate and intolerance. Our prayers are w/ them. — President Trump (@POTUS) May 29, 2017 Well said, Mr. President. Our thoughts and prayers are with the heroes in Portland and the loved ones they left behind. https://t.co/M2Zb68ykx5 — Vice President Pence (@VP) May 29, 2017 "The violent attacks in Portland on Friday are unacceptable,” the President wrote. “The victims were standing up to hate and intolerance. Our prayers are w/ them.” The statement was issued to his professional account, not his personal one which most of his alt-right base follows. Prior to posting the tweet, the president spent days tweeting from his personal account about the issues most important to him, including the fake news media, leaks, false sources and the Montana congressional race. As of now, the FBI does not yet consider the crime a hate crime. The suspect, Jeremy Joseph Christian, has shared social media posts in the past encouraging political violence and Nazism. Trump's tweets today...4 About Fake News1 Congratulating a man who assaulted a reporter1 About Europe trip0 Denouncing Portland attack — Tony Posnanski (@tonyposnanski) May 28, 2017 People couldn't help but notice the president's delay in posting the response, and where he chose to post the apology. His personal twitter account, which boasts 30 million followers, is known for its active alt-right base—who may not be happy to see their President tweeting about an attack some in their community find dubious. The significance of the choice to post this one from @potus but not from @realdonaldtrump won't be lost on the fanatics. https://t.co/VqwAS20EIZ — southpaw (@nycsouthpaw) May 29, 2017 WATCH: The original 'Alien' gets a trailer recut as a comedy
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