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Even if you’ve been hiding under a rock, chances are you still know all about the meteoric rise of Tesla (TSLA). Over the last decade, Elon Musk’s pioneering EV company has completely redefined the market—and the true origins of Tesla’s success story can be traced directly back to two particular car models.
The Model turned out to be the ultimate disruptor when it launched in 2012, demonstrating that electric cars could outperform traditional luxury vehicles in speed, range, and flash. Then, the Model X rolled out a couple of years later, with its premium SUV capabilities, helping Tesla go mainstream.