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Tesla Motors Fights a Very Bad Review

After months of "best car" awards and glowing reviews of the Tesla Model S luxury electric car, the New York Times' John Broder published a dissenting opinion . Tesla CEO Elon Musk then accused Broder of deliberate fabrications and trying to stall the car out on purpose.

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By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

After months of "best car" awards and glowing reviews of the Tesla Model S luxury electric car, the New York Times' John Broder published a dissenting opinion. Tesla CEO Elon Musk then accused Broder of deliberate fabrications and trying to stall the car out on purpose. Technology writer Will Oremus has been following the dispute with potential impact on the future of a much-hyped industry for Slate.com.

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    former KCRW broadcaster

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    Sonya Geis

    Senior Managing Editor

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    Will Oremus

    technology reporter for the Washington Post

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