Live Blog Tesla Range Anxiety Live Blog NEW YORK (TheStreet) –– Tesla Motors is attempting to put an end to fears that its Model S electric vehicle will ever run out of power, at least according to CEO Elon Musk. Earlier in the week, Musk tweeted that he hoped to "end range anxiety," a common problem for owners of electric vehicles. Range anxiety is the feeling drivers get when the battery starts to draw down and the ability to recharge may be difficult or in some cases, not possible. Tesla has worked hard to try to end range anxiety by introducing a network of Supercharger stations, which would recharge the battery of the Model S for free. After charging the Model S for half an hour at a Supercharger, Tesla claims the car can go an additional 170 miles before being recharged again. There are now 401 Supercharger stations across the country. In Europe, good portions of Germany, the United Kingdom, France, Norway and Sweden are covered. By 2016, the company hopes to have the majority of North America covered, with continued expansion in Europe. The entry-level Model S gets 208 miles per charge, while the bigger battery pack allows the Model S to extend its range to 265 miles. But Musk seemed to hint that could be expanded, potentially helping sell additional vehicles. TheStreet is live-blogging the event, starting at 11:45 a.m. Must Read: Tesla's Model X: Everything We Know
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