World record, California

Video tip: Drag Racing got a new Tesla Model S P100D and pitched its against a 650HP Corvette Z06 on the 1/4 mile. Suffice to say the Tesla set a new world record for an electric production car that night.
youtube.com via insideevs.com

Research tip: Nine reasons why electric buses and trucks make sense for California were outlined by a study by the Union of Concerned Scientists. Such vehicles would not only clear the air but also serve communities in need.
ucsusa.org (report as pdf) via alternet.org