Tesla Motors Details Strategy for Major European Offensive

Tesla Motors has revealed its ambitious strategy for speeding up the rollout of its electric Roadster in Europe, including an appearance at the 2008 Paris Auto Show in October and the Top Marques Monaco auto show later this month.

He also noted that new rules that simplify the homologation of electric vehicles across the European Union -- set for introduction in April 2009 -- also played a part.

"The Tesla Roadster (will debut in Europe) as a special limited edition in 2009, ahead of our original schedule." - Darryl Siry, company official