Electric Cars and Tesla's Vision

The speaker discusses the unexpected journey of starting Tesla, initially believing it would fail. The goal was to change the perception that electric cars are unattractive and slow. Despite the high chance of failure, the speaker emphasizes the importance of trying if the cause is significant enough.

What was the initial expectation about Tesla's success?

• It would most likely fail.

• It would be moderately successful.

• It would be highly successful.

• It would break even.

What false perception about electric cars did Tesla aim to address?

• They are expensive.

• They are difficult to maintain.

• They are ugly and slow.

• They are unsafe.

What did people commonly compare electric cars to?

• Sports cars

• Golf carts

• Luxury cars

• Motorcycles

Why did the founder of Tesla decide to start the company despite expecting failure?

• To make a lot of money.

• To compete with other car manufacturers.

• To prove a point about electric cars.

• To create a new market.

According to the founder, when should you try something even if failure is likely?

• When it is important enough.

• When it is profitable.

• When it is easy to do.

• When it is popular.