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Tesla, Inc. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Aug 3, 2011)

Filed August 3, 2011For Securities:TSLA

Summary

Tesla Motors, Inc. (TSLA) filed an 8-K on August 3, 2011, to report its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2011. The key information provided to investors is contained within the Second Quarter 2011 Shareholder Letter, which is attached as an exhibit to this filing. This letter details the company's financial performance and operational updates during the quarter. Investors should note that this filing primarily serves as a notification of the release of the shareholder letter. The detailed financial figures, operational achievements, and forward-looking statements are expected to be found within that accompanying document. As this is an 8-K reporting the release of financial results, it is crucial for investors to review the referenced Shareholder Letter for a comprehensive understanding of Tesla's status in Q2 2011.

Key Highlights

  • 1Tesla Motors filed an 8-K on August 3, 2011, announcing its Q2 2011 financial results.
  • 2The primary content is the Second Quarter 2011 Shareholder Letter, attached as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 3This filing serves as a notification mechanism for the release of the detailed Q2 2011 financial information.
  • 4The information furnished under Item 2.02 is not considered 'filed' for Section 18 purposes but is publicly available.
  • 5The Chief Financial Officer, Deepak Ahuja, signed the report.
  • 6The filing is for Tesla Motors, Inc., incorporated in Delaware.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly announce and provide access to Tesla Motors' financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2011, through the attached Shareholder Letter.

The detailed financial results and commentary for Q2 2011 are contained within the 'Second Quarter 2011 Shareholder Letter,' which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

The information furnished under Item 2.02 is provided for informational purposes and is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, unless expressly incorporated by reference into a registration statement or other filing.

The report was signed by Deepak Ahuja, Tesla Motors' Chief Financial Officer, indicating his authorization for the release of this financial information.