Tesla Motors signed a production contract on with Group Lotus

Tesla Motors signed a production contract with British car manufacturer Group Lotus to produce the chassis for its first-ever vehicle, the Tesla Roadster. This collaboration marked a critical step in Tesla’s early development, providing the fledgling American EV company with the manufacturing expertise and facilities needed to bring its vision of a high-performance electric sports car to life. Lotus contributed not only production capabilities but also engineering support, helping Tesla adapt the lightweight chassis of the Lotus Elise to accommodate its revolutionary electric drivetrain. This strategic partnership allowed Tesla to focus on its core innovation—the electric powertrain—while relying on Lotus’s well-established experience in vehicle design and assembly. The result was the Tesla Roadster, launched in 2008, which stunned the auto industry by offering over 200 miles of range per charge—an unprecedented feat at the time. The Lotus-Tesla partnership is now seen as a key turning point that enabled Tesla to enter the market quickly and establish credibility as a serious player in the automotive world. #MomentsOfLife #MoofLife_Moment #MoofLife #TeslaRoadster #GroupLotus #EVHistory #ElectricInnovation #GreenDriving #AutomotiveMilestones