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Tesla had a good day-by Howard Wedgle

In the first day of taking pre-orders for the new Model 3, Tesla today brought in more than $130 million, just in deposits.  That represents more that $4.5 billion at the base price of $35,000 per car.  Not too shabby, when those people, who plucked down $1000 to reserve the car won’t see it until sometime in 2017.  Not much is known about the car other than its’ supposed to have a range between charges of 215 miles.  We’re expecting it to come in more than two colors.

If you’re a future Tesla Model 3 owner, ColoradoGrandparent.com wants to hear your thoughts.  Please contact Howard at 303.750.3114.

Virgin America might be up for sale

According to the San Francisco Business Times (http://www.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/news/2016/03/23/virgin-america-considers-sale-va.html), the company has hired an investment bank, Bloomberg News reported.  Just recently, Virgin America launched a direct flight from San Francisco to Denver, with Sir Richard Branson on board and Mayor Michael Hancock on board the inaugural flight.

The stock (VA: NASDAQ) is currently at $33.82.

Boulder County Launches Discount Electric Car and Bike Purchase Program

County residents can access significant discounts for electric vehicles and electric bikes

Boulder County, Colo. – Boulder County and its municipalities are providing another reason to purchase an electric vehicle or electric bike. By reducing the price of electric cars and electric bikes while educating the community, Boulder County is providing a greater incentive for people to leave the gas pump. The program, Benefits Boulder County, launched a residential solar deal earlier last month with Namaste Solar. [Read more…]

Lion Cubs now in primary yard

Lion cubs on exhibit_554x250Denver Zoo’s adventurous lion cubs, Kalu and Kamara, have been introduced to the primary yard of Benson Predator Ridge! Guests can expect to see the brother and sister outside, along with the rest of the pride, in either the primary or maternity yards, virtually any time the weather is above freezing temperatures – from opening until 4 p.m., though the pride is not expected to be viewable on January 26. When the weather is chilly, they will have indoor access to warm up. Kalu and Kamara were born last September to Sango and Neliah, marking the first birth of cubs at the Zoo since 2006.