when was the first tesla model s made
Tesla Model S The Model S was styled by Franz von Holzhausen, who previously worked for Mazda North American Operations.[31] The car was codenamed WhiteStar during research and preliminary development.[1][2][3] It was officially announced in a press release on June 30, 2008.[32][33] The prototype vehicle was displayed at a press conference on March 26, 2009.[34] Exclusive premier of their Model S electric car was held at their Menlo Park store on April 8, 2009.