Around 2003, two engineers set out to build a car, inspired by the GM’s scrapped EV-1 (sold under the Saturn badge) they sought to build a new electric vehicle. The two collaborated to combine high efficiency batteries with a powertrain that would allow for amazing performance without sacrificing charge. From that project the first Tesla Roadster was born, and the once dead electric car was revived!

Their project would go on to be funded by legendary entrepreneur Elon Musk, his influence would push Tesla to experiment with new technologies and materials. As the company continued to grow their strategy became clear, to develop a mass produced all-electric luxury sports car. In 2010 Tesla launched an Initial Public Offering (IPO), they were the first American automotive company to do so since Ford way back in 1956. Since going public Tesla Inc has risen to a market cap valuation of over 300 Billion dollars, making it the highest valued automotive company on earth. By focusing their strategies like a tech company, always striving to build new technology and innovate, they have shook up the automotive world, forcing all the previous giants to play catch up.

Despite the efforts of Nissan, Chevrolet, BMW, and more. Tesla has remained a world leader in EV technology and development. They have even gone as far as to make their tech “Open Source” meaning all code and schematics are publicly available for ambitious engineers to parse and improve upon. Tesla’s first entry into the mass production market was the Model S, a 4 door luxury sedan which became the foundation for their following models. Since then they have expanded their inventory with the Model X Luxury SUV, the Model 3 an affordable standard compact, and most recently the Model Y SUV. As competitors released vehicles like the Nissan Leaf, BMW i3, and Chevrolet Volt. The remarkable thing about Tesla’s development is their response has never been to reactively generate a new model of vehicle, instead they provide wireless updates to the software of their cars. This combined with one of the most efficient torque delivery systems in the world means that almost any model of Tesla can now be outfitted with their Lamborghini esque “Ludicrous Mode,” which can launch the electric juggernaut at a breakneck rate. In addition to their outstanding software development, Tesla’s electric components are now used in other brand’s vehicles. Most notably, powertrain components manufactured by Tesla Inc can be found in the new Smart ForTwo Electric Drive, and Toyota Rav4 EV. Tesla is also known to have developed the world’s first self driving technology, and through their Open Source philosophy, this tech will be adopted by other car manufacturers around the world. By the year 2020, Tesla now sells nearly 100,000 vehicles per year. Each one equipped to ensure your wheels will be electrically propelled anywhere your family needs, surrounded by state of the art technology, comfort, and quality. What started as an ambitious project to create an electric sports car has now become a global automotive giant. In addition, Tesla has future plans to release an updated Roadster 2, using the utmost in performance technology to propel its customers from 0-100km/h in 1.9 seconds. With performance like that you can count on CanadaWheels to be there for you when your electric powertrain needs new wheels and tires to reliably transfer that insane power to the road. At CanadaWheels, we are committed to bringing all sorts of customers the optimal buying experience for their wheels, tires, parts, and accessories. In the same way that drivers have come to trust Tesla, so can they trust us to provide a hands on experience that is efficient, affordable, and still loaded with passion for the road.

If you ever have a special request for your Tesla, and you can’t find it within CanadaWheels’ inventory, we invite you to contact us. Our pros are always standing by during business hours to answer any questions you may have.

Give your vehicle the treatment it deserves, through CanadaWheels’ award winning fulfillment and support network, the Tesla of your dreams is possible. Take control of your car’s wheel buying experience, and let us at CanadaWheels guide you into an optimized package that will meet your needs and keep your driving experience positive for years to come.