Matt Inman Pays Homage to the Tesla Model S Car with a Comic
Laura McQuarrie — May 16, 2014 — Autos
References: theoatmeal & psfk
One comic on The Oatmeal that's getting a lot of attention as of late is one that describes 'What it's Like to Own a Tesla Model S' car.
The ode to the Tesla Model S comes in the form of an illustrated guide that takes you through the car's best features. As fun and entertaining it is to read about the "Intergalactic Spaceboat of Light and Wonder," as described by The Oatmeal's creator Matt Inman, there's also a purpose to it.
Last year, Inman started a crowdfunding campaign, with the aim of saving Nikola Tesla’s former laboratory. Although $1.3 million was raised to save the land, that was about all it covered. With this comic, Inman attracted the attention of Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk, who has agreed to provide $8 million to put towards a museum honoring Nikola Tesla.
The ode to the Tesla Model S comes in the form of an illustrated guide that takes you through the car's best features. As fun and entertaining it is to read about the "Intergalactic Spaceboat of Light and Wonder," as described by The Oatmeal's creator Matt Inman, there's also a purpose to it.
Last year, Inman started a crowdfunding campaign, with the aim of saving Nikola Tesla’s former laboratory. Although $1.3 million was raised to save the land, that was about all it covered. With this comic, Inman attracted the attention of Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk, who has agreed to provide $8 million to put towards a museum honoring Nikola Tesla.
Trend Themes
1. Electric Vehicle Comics - Creating illustrated stories to showcase the benefits of electric vehicles can help to educate and entertain consumers, driving further adoption of green transportation options.
2. Crowdfunding Campaigns with a Purpose - Creating crowdfunding campaigns that resonate with a target audience can help to raise awareness and funds for a specific cause or project.
3. Museum Revitalization - Collaborating with innovative companies that support a particular cause or mission can help to bring attention and resources towards revitalizing historical landmarks or institutions.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Automotive companies can leverage creative marketing techniques such as comics to generate consumer interest and boost brand awareness.
2. Crowdfunding - Crowdfunding platforms can assist in raising awareness and funds for a variety of projects, giving new ideas and causes a chance to flourish.
3. Museums and Historical Sites - Museums and historical sites can benefit from corporate partnerships to receive much-needed funding to revitalize spaces and bring in more visitors.
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