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Despite challenges, San Carlos' Tesla Motors says it hopes to complete nearly 1,000 all-electric Roadsters by year’s end and to open three retail outlets, including one in Santa Monica. Related story: Mini E lease program has electric vehicle fans all charged up

Despite challenges, San Carlos’ Tesla Motors says it hopes to complete nearly 1,000 all-electric Roadsters by year’s end and to open three retail outlets, including one in Santa Monica.

Related story: Mini E lease program has electric vehicle fans all charged up  (Robert Durell/ Los Angeles Times)

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California companies like Tesla Motors Inc. and Fisker Automotive have big plans for the electric car -- despite the many potholes that lie ahead.

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