# Automotive ECOmplishments The Tesla Convoy Marks Unprecedented 500th Electric Car By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-06-15 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesla-convoy-500-electric-car References: [swipelife](http://swipelife.com/2009/06/11/tesla-commemorative-convoy/) & [autobloggreen](http://www.autobloggreen.com/2009/06/08/convoy-of-tesla-roadsters-in-california-commemorates-500th-deliv/) Sometimes it seems as though we have to sacrifice beauty for environmentally friendliness. Somehow the [Tesla](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avinya) [Roadster](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yamaha-tricera) never got caught up in the mix. In Los Angeles, to celebrate the company's 500th produced electric car and the one-year anniversary of the first retail store, Tesla Roadster owners gathered for a drive on the Tesla Convoy. It is a remarkable feat that Tesla has managed to produce 500 [electric cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ev-auto-brand) in such a short existence. Based out of San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico, Tesla and the Roadster will be expanding to New York, Chicago, Miami, Washington DC, London, Munich and Monaco. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Electric Vehicle Revolution:** The Tesla Convoy's celebration of the 500th electric car highlights the growing trend towards mass adoption of electric vehicles. - **Sustainable Transportation:** Tesla's achievement in producing 500 electric cars showcases the increasing demand for environmentally friendly transportation options. - **Luxury Green Vehicles:** The success of the Tesla Roadster proves that consumers are willing to embrace sustainable technologies without compromising on style and performance. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** The automotive industry has the opportunity to capitalize on the shift towards electric vehicles and develop innovative solutions that meet consumer demand for sustainability. - **Energy:** The growing adoption of electric vehicles presents the energy industry with the opportunity to expand renewable energy sources and develop infrastructure to support the charging needs of electric vehicles. - **Retail:** As Tesla expands its retail stores to new locations, the retail industry can explore partnerships and collaborations to provide a seamless customer experience for purchasing and servicing electric vehicles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Limited-Run Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ace-classic-electric.md) - [Sporty Fully-Electric Vehicle Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abarth-500e.md) - [Strict Low-Emission EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avinya.md) - [EV Brand Diner Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesla-diner.md) - [Curvaceous Electric Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curvaceous-electric-concept-cars.md) - [Inaugural Midsized Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-5.md) - [Fully Electric Grand Tourers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-grand-tourer.md) - [All-Electric Luxury Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allelectric-luxury-car.md) - [Exquisitely Elegant Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elegant-electric-car.md)