What is the strategy of Tesla Motors? How does its business model differ from that of the leading automakers?

In the market for plug-in electric vehicles, how do the resources and capabilities of Tesla compare to those of the established automakers?

Explain the rationale for Teslas strategy. To what extent does this represent an optimal response to Teslas strengths and weaknesses relative to the established automakers?

Assess Teslas decision to make available its patents to other companies.