Detroit 2009: Tesla talks Model S, Daimler deal and Roadster production update

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Auto Blog: EV/Plug-in , Tesla Motors , Detroit Auto Show Click to enlarge We posted earlier today about what Tesla Motors’ CEO Elon Musk told us about the Model S and the deal with Daimler for the smart ed . Musk spoke at the Tesla Motors during a press conference here at the Detroit Auto Showthis afternoon and gave a little more information that’s worth sharing. First, the deal for the 1,000 smart eds we heard about earlier might only be the tip of the iceberg. Musk said that Tesla could supply the packs for “tens of thousands” of electric smarts if the testing of the first thousand goes well. Musk made it a point to add that he and Tesla are proud to be working with Daimler. One reason he worked to create Tesla Motors in the first place, Musk said, was to revolutionize electric car technology. This deal does exactly that, and we might soon hear more such announcements. Musk said Tesla is looking for another one or two strategic partners, either domestic or international companies, to work with. The whole Detroit vs. Silicon Valley thing is not the way to move forward, he said. There’s much more after the jump. Gallery: Detroit 2009: Tesla powertrain [Source: Tesla] Continue reading Detroit 2009: Tesla talks Model S, Daimler deal and Roadster production update Detroit 2009: Tesla talks Model S, Daimler deal and Roadster production update originally appeared on AutoblogGreen on Tue, 13 Jan 2009 18:16:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds .Car Blog Green|Car Blog Green|Car Blog Green