Tesla has captured the brand of electric car, in the way that the Prius has the best brand for hybrid. The Prius wasn't even the first hybrid car, but it was f

Tesla has captured the brand of electric car, in the way that the Prius has the best brand for hybrid. The Prius wasn't even the first hybrid car, but it was first very popular one. Anyone that drove it was making a statement about the environment and it has remained a strong brand despite a plethora of hybrid models Mercedes will probably make great electric cars. But there will be people for a long time forward who will buy a Tesla to make a statement.