Tesla co-founder Elon Musk defends retail strategy

Tesla co-founder Musk: "We must be able to create and execute a business model that allows us to advance the knowledge of EVs in a convenient, accessible, no-pressure environment." (BLOOMBERG:/Bloomberg)

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Amy Wilson

October 22, 2012 05:00 AM

Tesla Motors Inc. co-founder Elon Musk is defending the electric vehicle maker's retail strategy from charges that it runs afoul of state laws.

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