You can’t buy a $7,000 solar-powered Tesla. Despite social media claims, Elon Musk didn’t make one
As of Nov. 19, PolitiFact found no evidence that Musk is releasing a solar-powered Tesla. Tesla uses lithium-ion batteries, not solar panels, in the electric cars it makes. Tesla also doesn’t have a vehicle that costs $7,000; the cheapest car on its website goes for almost $30,000.