Improved Tesla Model S among world's fastest-accelerating cars, company says

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Company announces new versions of electric car models S and X P100D with extended battery range - though Elon Musk admits: 'It is a very expensive car'

Tesla has announced new versions of its electric Model S and Model X cars with faster acceleration and a longer battery range. The company claims that its Model S P100D is the third-fastest-accelerating...

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