Teslas Musk: Michigan Car Dealers Back Anti-Consumer Law

Teslas Musk: Michigan Car Dealers Back Anti-Consumer Law

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The transcript discusses a legislative bill in Michigan that could prevent Tesla from selling cars directly to consumers, requiring a dealer network instead. This comes shortly after Elon Musk unveiled Tesla's latest electric vehicle, an all-wheel drive model that accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 3.2 seconds. The conversation highlights the demand for all-wheel drive vehicles, especially in colder regions, and notes the success of Tesla's rear-wheel drive Model S in Nordic countries, particularly Norway. The dual motor all-wheel drive is presented as a significant advancement.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main issue discussed in Elon Musk's tweet regarding Michigan auto dealers?

They are trying to promote electric vehicles.

They are attempting to pass a law that benefits consumers.

They are supporting Tesla's direct sales model.

They are trying to block Tesla from selling directly to consumers.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

By what date does Michigan Governor Rick Snyder need to make a decision on the bill?

November 15th

October 21st

November 1st

October 15th

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the acceleration capability of the new electric vehicle unveiled by Musk?

0 to 60 in 2.8 seconds

0 to 60 in 5.0 seconds

0 to 60 in 3.2 seconds

0 to 60 in 4.5 seconds

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which region is there a high demand for all-wheel drive vehicles?

The Southwest

The Southeast

The Northeast

The Midwest

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country has the highest sales per capita for Tesla's rear-wheel drive Model S?

Denmark

Norway

Finland

Sweden