An American automotive manufacturer that produces exclusively battery electric vehicles. Their platforms are characterized by floor-mounted battery packs, integrated high-voltage drive units, and heavy reliance on centralized touchscreen interfaces for vehicle controls. They utilize a proprietary fast-charging network and advanced driver assistance systems.
Heard on the job
We need to put the Tesla in tow mode before we can winch it onto the flatbed.
Related terms
EV
An electric vehicle uses one or more electric motors for propulsion instead of an internal combustion engine.
Tesla-swap
Converting a traditional combustion vehicle to electric power using a salvaged Tesla powertrain.
Tesla-swapped
Describes a vehicle that has been retrofitted with an electric motor and battery from a Tesla.