They should have followed Tesla and started with different manufacturer's chassis. The Tesla Roadster was just a Lotus Elise with electric drivetrain and stylis

They should have followed Tesla and started with different manufacturer's chassis. The Tesla Roadster was just a Lotus Elise with electric drivetrain and stylistic changes to some panels. Once they had the drivetrain down and some sales they could raise money for the factories or buy a flagging automaker